In a recent move that’s piqued the interest of motorcycle enthusiasts, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) has issued an executive order to Suzuki Motor Corporation concerning four upcoming 2024 model year bikes.
- CARB filing in America suggest the arrival of a road focus V-Strom 800.
- The new variant possibly feature 19-inch front wheel with alloy rims tailored for the open road.
According to reports by RideApart, these certification documents shed light on the bikes’ engines and emissions compliance, offering a sneak peek into what Suzuki has in store for riders.
At the heart of this revelation lies Suzuki’s 776cc parallel twin engine, initially introduced for the 2023 model year in both the GSX-8S and the V-Strom 800DE. CARB’s focus on emissions ensures that bikes using the same engine are grouped together, hinting at potential similarities among these upcoming models.
Diving into the specifics, the CARB document lists four distinct machines for 2024, all utilizing the aforementioned 776cc engine. The four models mentioned are the V-Strom 800DE Adventure, V-Strom 800DE, V-Strom 800, and GSX-8S.
The V-Strom 800DE Adventure and V-Strom 800DE made their debut at EICMA 2022 as adventure-oriented offerings sharing the 776cc engine platform with the GSX-8S. The Adventure version further enhances the base V-Strom 800DE with quick-release panniers, a skid plate, and an accessory bar.
However, the intriguing discovery lies with the V-Strom 800, a model not previously mentioned during Suzuki’s 2022 EICMA showcase. While specifics remain a mystery, industry speculation suggests a focus on road prowess, potentially featuring alloy wheels and a 19-inch front wheel—distinctive elements tailored for on-road performance.
Despite these exciting prospects, Suzuki has yet to release official information or updates on the 2024 V-Strom 800DE and V-Strom 800DE Adventure models as of August 9, 2023. This has fueled anticipation regarding whether the unveiling of these models will also introduce the enigmatic V-Strom 800.
Pricing details for the upcoming 2024 models remain elusive, but drawing from the 2023 lineup, expectations lean towards a range akin to or slightly below the V-Strom 800DE.
(source: RideApart)
