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Suzuki Intruder C800 Limited Edition

Make Model	Suzuki Intruder C800 Limited Edition
Year	2005
Engine	Four stroke, 45°V-Twin, SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.
Capacity	805 cc / 49.1 cu in
Bore x Stroke	83 x 74.4 mm
Compression Ratio	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 Tyre	130/90-16
Rear Tyre	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 Litres / 4.5 US gal / 3.7 Imp gal
Review	Motorcycle News

The C800 provides a more traditional looking middle-weight cruiser, but because this is a Suzuki, you’re 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 engine’s 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 engine’s reliable, although a recall affected some models (both M800 and C800) when faulty ignition wiring threatened to cause engine failure. Make sure it’s been seen to. Build quality’s patchy: look after the chrome and avoid taking the Suzuki VZ800 Intruder out in winter, wherever possible.

Cruisers don’t come cheap but the Suzuki VZ800 Intruder represents good value against the stalwart Harley clan. It rides well and looks the part. Rivals include Yamaha’s Drag Star 650 Classic, at roughly the same price but it’s down on power, or Kawasaki’s mammoth VN900 Classic, which, while vast, is pokey.

The Suzuki VZ800 Intruder gives a comfortable, luxurious ride: there’s 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).