Suzuki Intruder C800 Limited Edition
Manufacturer | Suzuki |
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Production | 2005 |
Engine | Four stroke, 45°V-Twin, SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder. |
Compression ratio | 9.4:1 |
Ignition type | Digital transistorized |
Transmission | 5 Speed |
Suspension | Front: Conventional telescopic fork, oil damped, coil-sprung Rear: Link type, mono-shock,spring preload adjustable |
Brakes | Front: Single 300 mm disc, 2 piston caliper Rear: 180 Drum |
Front Tire | 130/90-16 |
Rear Tire | 170/80-15 |
Wheelbase | 1655 mm / 65.2 in |
Seat height | 700 mm / 28.0 in |
Weight | 241 kg / 531 lbs |
Fuel capacity | 17 Liters / 4.5 US gal / 3.7 Imp gal |
Manuals | Service Manual |
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Engine
The engine was a Liquid cooled cooled Four stroke, 45°V-Twin, SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.. The engine featured a 9.4:1 compression ratio.
Chassis
It came with a 130/90-16 front tire and a 170/80-15 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single 300 mm disc, 2 piston caliper in the front and a 180 Drum in the rear. The front suspension was a Conventional telescopic fork, oil damped, coil-sprung while the rear was equipped with a Link type, mono-shock,spring preload adjustable. The Intruder C800 Limited Edition was fitted with a 17 Liters / 4.5 US gal / 3.7 Imp gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 241 kg / 531 lbs. The wheelbase was 1655 mm / 65.2 in long.
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Overview
Suzuki Intruder C800 Limited Edition
The C800 provides a more traditional looking middle-weight cruiser, but because this is a Suzuki, youre getting modern technology and performance.
A liquid-cooled engine with proper V-twin looks powers this beast, while rear suspension is hidden away, meaning you have the classic looks of a hard-tail. In addition, ownership is easy with a low maintenance driveshaft.
In typically
cruiser style, the long wheelbase and hefty bulk hardly make for
light handling but the Suzuki VZ800 Intruder's capable and
relatively easy to ride. The lack of ground clearance hinders any
mad antics anyway. Softly-sprung suspension adds to the Suzuki
VZ800 Intruder's sofa on wheels effect. You have to work the
brakes hard to haul it all to a stop, though.
The Suzuki VZ800 Intruder's well-proven engines been propelling Suzuki cruisers for a while now and has a reputation for reliability. With electronic fuel injection, power delivery is smooth and the pipes let off a good, throaty burble. The Suzuki VZ800 Intruder has loads of torque and it pulls well throughout the rev range. Cruises happily at 80mph.
Overall, the Suzuki VZ800 Intruder's engines reliable, although a recall affected some models (both M800 and C800) when faulty ignition wiring threatened to cause engine failure. Make sure its been seen to. Build qualitys patchy: look after the chrome and avoid taking the Suzuki VZ800 Intruder out in winter, wherever possible.
Cruisers dont come cheap but the Suzuki VZ800 Intruder represents good value against the stalwart Harley clan. It rides well and looks the part. Rivals include Yamahas Drag Star 650 Classic, at roughly the same price but its down on power, or Kawasakis mammoth VN900 Classic, which, while vast, is pokey.
The Suzuki VZ800 Intruder gives a comfortable, luxurious ride: theres a soft seat, footboards and sensibly-placed bars so you can cruise in comfort over long distances. LED tail light and USD forks plus a simple, modern dash and loads of chrome add up to an agreeable cruiser experience. Shaft drive makes life on the Suzuki VZ800 Intruder easier (and cleaner).
Make Model | Suzuki Intruder C800 Limited Edition |
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Year | 2005 |
Engine Type | Four stroke, 45°V-Twin, SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder. |
Displacement | 805 cc / 49.1 cu in |
Bore X Stroke | 83 x 74.4 mm |
Compression | 9.4:1 |
Cooling System | Liquid cooled |
Induction | Mikuni BDSR 34 carburetors |
Ignition | Digital transistorized |
Starting | Electric |
Max Power | 36.4 kW / 50 hp @ 6500 rpm |
Max Torque | 65 Nm / 6.6 kgf-m / 47.9 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm |
Transmission | 5 Speed |
Final Drive | Shaft |
Front Suspension | Conventional telescopic fork, oil damped, coil-sprung |
Rear Suspension | Link type, mono-shock,spring preload adjustable |
Front Brakes | Single 300 mm disc, 2 piston caliper |
Rear Brakes | 180 Drum |
Front Tire | 130/90-16 |
Rear Tire | 170/80-15 |
Dimensions | Length: 2395 mm / 94.3 in Width: 890 mm / 35.0 in |
Wheelbase | 1655 mm / 65.2 in |
Seat Height | 700 mm / 28.0 in |
Dry Weight | 241 kg / 531 lbs |
Fuel Capacity | 17 Liters / 4.5 US gal / 3.7 Imp gal |
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