| The new VL800 Intruder from
Suzuki delivers traditional cruiser styling coupled with the benefits of
modern engineering.
A
wide, low fuel tank carries 16 litres of fuel which should make those
longer journeys less troublesome. A tank mounted speedometer
complete with an LCD fuel gauge, clock and indicator lights sits in an
attractive binnacle.
A down tube cradle frame combines
progressive single-shock rear suspension with traditional rigid-tail
looks and rides on a 1,645mm wheelbase which is the longest in it's
class.
Power
of course comes from a 45°
V-Twin. The VL800's engine displaces 805cc and has offset crank
pins for smoother running. Each cylinder head carries a single
overhead camshaft which operates four valves per cylinder. Liquid
cooling helps keep the show composed in all conditions. A single
34mm carburettor supplies the go-juice and is linked to a 3D mapped
digital ignition system makes sure it all gets burnt efficiently.
The VL800 make more torque below 5,000rpm than any Suzuki cruiser under
1,400cc has ever made. Peak torque it is an incredibly low
2,500rpm.
A
5-speed gearbox ensures the VL 800 turns less than 4,000rpm when
cruising at 100kph.
Shaft drive takes away the need for any messing around with chains and
such.
The staggered dual exhaust system are
chrome and sit on the right-hand side of the motorcycle.
Specifications.
Engine - 4-stroke liquid cooled 45° V-Twin
Bore x Stroke - 83x74.4mm
Compression Ratio - 10.0:1
Carburation - Mikuni BDSR34
Ignition - Electronic
Starter - Electric
Lubrication - Wet Sump
Gearbox - 5-speed
Frame - Double cradle
Rake/Trail - 33°/141mm
Front Suspension - Telescopic forks
Rear Suspension - Single shock, adjustable preload
Brakes - Single Disc with 2-piston caliper up front and drum out back
Fuel Tank - 16 litres
Length x Width x Height - 2,495 x 995 x 1,110mm
Wheelbase - 1,645mm
Ground Clearance - 145mm
Seat Height - 700mm
Available -
$11,490 |