Suzuki V-Strom 800DE vs Honda Africa Twin
Specs side by side, plus our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.
The Suzuki V-Strom 800DE and Honda Africa Twin are among the most cross-shopped adventure bikes of 2026. The Suzuki V-Strom 800DE undercuts the Honda Africa Twin by about $3,200, so value is squarely on the table. On paper the Honda Africa Twin leads on power with 101 hp. Below we put them head to head on price, performance, weight and seat height, then give our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.
Suzuki
Suzuki V-Strom 800DE
Our pickHonda
Honda Africa TwinThe verdict
The Honda Africa Twin edges it overall at 8.7/10, but the Suzuki V-Strom 800DE wins on best for new riders, so let how you ride decide.
Suzuki V-Strom 800DE
84 hp.
Honda Africa Twin
101 hp and 0.44 hp/kg, the strongest here.
Suzuki V-Strom 800DE
Our 8.4/10 at $11,599, the most bike per dollar.
Suzuki V-Strom 800DE
230 kg with an 855 mm seat, the easiest to throw around.
Honda Africa Twin
Our top score in this matchup at 8.7/10.
Cyan marks the best figure in each row. Specs are the most-cited for the current model; verify before relying on them.
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Suzuki V-Strom 800DE vs Honda Africa Twin: your questions answered
Which is faster, the Suzuki V-Strom 800DE or the Honda Africa Twin?
The Honda Africa Twin makes the most power at 101 hp and 105 Nm, giving it the edge on outright performance.
Which is cheaper, the Suzuki V-Strom 800DE or the Honda Africa Twin?
The Suzuki V-Strom 800DE is the most affordable here with an MSRP around $11,599.
Which is lighter, the Suzuki V-Strom 800DE or the Honda Africa Twin?
The Suzuki V-Strom 800DE is the lightest at 230 kg, which makes it the easiest to manage at low speed and in the bends.
Which is better for a beginner, the Suzuki V-Strom 800DE or the Honda Africa Twin?
For a new rider we'd point to the Suzuki V-Strom 800DE: 84 hp and 230 kg make it the most approachable of the group.
