Cruisers

2008Suzuki Intruder M800

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The 2008 Suzuki Intruder M800 is a muscle-styled mid-size cruiser from Suzuki. Its 805cc V-twin makes 55 hp and 69 Nm through a five-speed gearbox and shaft drive. A low 700 mm seat, 269 kg wet weight and 15.5-litre tank suit relaxed cruising.

Capacity: 805.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 245.0 kg
Seat height: 700 mm
Power: 55.0 HP (40.5 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering40%

City riding55%

Daily riding60%

Touring52%

Two-up45%

Track10%

Best for: Built for laid-back boulevard cruising and short-to-medium distance rides rather than speed or long-haul touring.
Built for: A classic V-twin cruiser character with laid-back torque delivery, a shaft drive for low maintenance, and styling that favors cool, unhurried riding over aggression.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders seeking sharp cornering ability, off-road capability, or high-speed sport performance.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Units

At 700mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2008 Suzuki Intruder M800, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 805.0 ccm
Power: 55.0 HP (40.5 kW)
Torque: 69.0 Nm (7.0 kgf-m)
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.2245 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 83.0 x 74.4 mm
Compression: 9.4:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Electronic
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Wet sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft
Clutch: Wet multi plate

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1655 mm
Overall length: 2370 mm
Overall width: 860 mm
Overall height: 1130 mm
Seat height: 700 mm
Dry weight: 245.0 kg
Wet weight: 269.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 15.50 litres
Ground clearance: 135 mm

Chassis & suspension

Front suspension: Inverted telescopic, coil spring
Rear suspension: Link type, oil damped, coil spring, spring pre-load 7-way adjustable
Rake (fork angle): 32.3°

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 300 mm
Rear brakes: Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes diameter: 180 mm
Front tyre: 130/90-M16
Rear tyre: 170/80-M15

Specs last verified against published sources: October 2026.

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2006	2008	2009	2011	2014	2016
Capacity	805 cc	805 cc	805 cc	805 cc	805 cc	805 cc
Dry weight	245 kg	245 kg	247 kg	247 kg	—	—
Seat height	700 mm	700 mm	700 mm	700 mm	700 mm	700 mm
Fuel capacity	15.5 L	15.5 L	15.5 L	15.5 L	15.5 L	15.5 L