Suzuki has taken the wraps off the 2025 version of its V-Strom 800 range, and while the mechanical bits stay unchanged, the bikes now wear fresher, more vibrant colours. The update is purely cosmetic, aimed at giving the adventure-touring duo a visual boost while maintaining the same trusted performance and features.
V-Strom 800 DE
The V-Strom 800 DE, which is the more off-road oriented model in the range, gets a striking new paint update. The most eye-catching among them is the white and blue combination. To complement this, Suzuki has also painted the spoke wheels blue — giving the bike a sportier and more adventurous look.
In addition, there’s a gloss black variant with grey and red decals, offering a stealthier, more urban-friendly appearance. The campaign blue colour option from last year continues, but now with matching blue rims for added style points.
These colour schemes not only refresh the bike visually but also help it stand out in a sea of adventure motorcycles, especially in global and Indian markets where style plays a big role in buyer preference.
V-Strom 800 RE
The road-biased V-Strom 800 RE also gets a style revamp. It now comes in three new colour options:
- Metallic Grey
- Metallic Black with yellow decals
- Solid Red with black accents
These combinations add a more premium, sporty edge to the RE, which targets riders who spend more time on highways and city roads rather than off-road trails.
Unlike the DE, the RE skips the spoked wheels and comes with cast alloys, and the new colours enhance its road presence without going overboard.
No Mechanical Changes
Suzuki has left the engine, suspension, and feature set untouched for the 2025 model year. Both bikes continue to be powered by the same 776cc parallel-twin engine, which is known for its strong mid-range torque and touring capabilities. The cycle parts, ride modes, traction control, and other tech remain exactly the same.
This engine has already proven itself in the real world, both in terms of reliability and performance. It seems Suzuki is saving mechanical updates for a future model refresh, likely a couple of years down the line.
India Launch
The 2025 V-Strom 800 paint updates are expected to arrive in India later this year. While the changes are minor, they’ll help keep the bikes looking fresh on showroom floors. Suzuki is expected to announce a small price hike once the new colours are launched here, although the increase is likely to be modest.
For Indian adventure touring enthusiasts, the addition of more colour choices is always welcome, especially when the bikes themselves already offer a strong value proposition in their segment.
FAQs
What is new in the 2025 V-Strom 800?
Only new colour schemes; no mechanical updates.
What colours are added for the V-Strom 800 DE?
White/blue, gloss black/grey/red, and updated campaign blue.
What are the new colours for V-Strom 800 RE?
Metallic grey, black/yellow, and red/black.
Are there engine changes in the 2025 version?
No, the engine and features remain the same.
When will the 2025 version launch in India?
Expected later this year with a small price hike.
