Vstrom800DE owner here. I'm looking forward for your ultimate DR big800 build. Glad you did it on our behalf as this will trigger increase in accessory upgrades to the Vstrom800 out to the market. Since accessories for the 800DE is not as abundant compared to the other more popular brand models. Glad you kept the engine as is since it's what made this bike a truly underrated machine. Thanks and following your build in the days to come! All the best!

We also built an incredible V-Strom 800DE, and Mirco Bettini won the Lamas Rally 2024 with it. I absolutely love this bike, it's so underrated!

Never thought i would drool over a Suzuki v-strom and now here we are.

Proper build this one. Not just bolt-ons - actual development - nice.

watched this series in reverse - race vid first and now this, after marveling at the race outcome. Like others, didn't imagine getting excited about this bike - what an awesome build, well done Cycle World/Justin!

As an 800DE owner, thanks for making content on the bike. That said, you guys definitely bit off more than you could chew, but that makes things exciting. Race well, race safe. Wishing you all the best!

Wow, as a former VStrom owner I'm in awe of what you've done! I love it, and crossing my fingers for you man, sending excellent karma to you and your team!

Really nice !! Very happy to be part of this built 💪

It is really amazing to see the extent to which you went to do the build, sounds like it will be amazing. Best of luck Justin and team for the race🤞💪

I don't like the concept of boring the triple clamps... Maybe swapping the stem on the 450 clamps would be better... Thinning the material makes me nervous..

Asked this question as soon as V-Strom came out. Thank you so much for answering!!!! And what a awesome job you guys did, son of DR Big!! Edited to say; Suzuki fan since forever, they have been breaking my heart lately. ❤️ Cycle World sonce forever too!!!

Justin you’re the best brother. Can’t wait to follow your adventures with this bike in the NORRA! Ride safe my friend

You are definitely not afraid of a challenge. We will be looking for you on the podium!

I can’t see how it does.. looks so bad ass! Probably going to inspire more production bikes with this concept! I wish it all the best!

It’s GLORIOUS!!!

Nice to show how much goes into modifying a bike beyond simple bolt-on's. I've always enjoyed the major builds and appreciate it when the prices are for everything used because it shows that while a lot can be done, it isn't financially viable when buying a different bike that was built for the intended use (rally in this case) costs less. It shows what is possible when there is no budget limit. And few, if any, of us would ever build a copy of the full build.

Really impressed by the job done! Can't wait to see the bike running! 👍

Definitely one of the more interesting builds I’ve watched, honest, interesting and entertaining, can’t wait to see part two and the racing of, we’ll done!

Those handgrips are a pretty much worth mentioning! Progrip Rally grips - best grips IMHO. For any purpose!

I thought pretty much immediately about Stefan Hessler when began to watch the video. Can't wait for the next part!

Nice build. I looked at the new Vstrom 800 last year, but went with the Aprilia Tuareg because it was more off-road designed and capable out of the box. If Suzuki had you guys design the 800, I'd probably own it (if it was still affordable). Looking forward to see how your 800 performs.

sick build, cannot wait to see this - good luck from England

Great build so far Justin! Best of luck!

Superb video! Thank you. This is the bike for the job

The bike looks fantastic

Subbed. This is an awesome build! Excited to see more. Great job 💪🏼

Hessler rallye team has a full line up of parts to build this into a full rally bike. From my understanding Suzuki even worked with them a bit on the development of the 800. Awesome build, I like the rm fork swap.

Love the build, I can't wait to see it in action!

Wau 😀👍!! Looking good! Im all so V-strom owner. Im wery curios to see and hear how you projekt go and how the rally go allso! I keep 👍👍👍 to you and your team!!! You can do it 😎👊

Outstanding effort to invent something for the first time. Maybe Suzuki will be inspired to do a Rally version!

Why am I not suprised that Hessler was part of this projekt in some kind of way XD

It will be fun to watch an ADV-based bike run against more dirt-oriented setups. Good Luck!

2:35 A guy that makes that sound when he picks up something that's almost on the floor is going offroad racing!? Just kidding. You give the rest of us middle aged dad-bod's hope!

Awesome video and build!!!

Brilliant! So looking forward to seeing how this project works out. Liked and subscribed with notifications ON! Good luck guys!!

Nice build mate those bars didn't look too tall from what I could see I know it can make all the difference as it does on my KTM 690R Enduro not that there's much comparison. The bike would probably be a bit tall with an Adventure load on it but hey you got some excellent travel now both ends it will be amazing to ride in the bumps and jumps for sure. It's definitely going to be fun chucking a leg over but compared to the new 450 Enfield and the MT you got a rock solid machine right there in my opinion probably around the same weight give or take. Thanks for sharing this fantastic build with us cheers Happy Trails

Finally! Been waiting for this video since the IG posts

I want to see this bike run the “Race to Cabo!” 2024!!!

Vstrom 800DE owner.. Not a popular bike but man its a great bike.

I've had those Fasst adv pegs on my 701 for 5 years and they're still my favorite mod. In like them so much I bought their Pro Moto Impact pegs for my 300 too.

Good work! Stefan Hessler will be proud of your support! Greets from Germany! Keep on your good work!

Subbed! Looking forward to the next installment

That's pretty rad 🙂

Looks good!

Very, very good project. Keept it up. It will be a go-to down the line of the 800de. Respect!

i love crazy stuff like this

Toss those worthless headlights and put on something rally wicked. Would be nice to see an integrated tower lighted setup in addition to the stock or a stock replacement. Don't want to be racing at night without some type of improvement.

Bike build WOOHOO 👏🏼

Totally awesome build!! 800de owner here!

15th! great result!

perfect build

Hard work! Keep it up

nice work, strong Suzuki a real DR Big 2.0

Pure sickness!! You got this one, man that bike is bad.

I wish motorcycle "engineers" would watch videos like this, and understand THIS is what people wanted in the first place!

Absolutely want to see the finished bike.

This is like the old CW build projects they would do from time to time.

Awesome! I wonder when are you uploading the next video about this bike. Thank you

My favorite movie quote, from Star Trek 6, The undiscovered Country, when Sulu is in pursuit of the Klingon Bird-of-Prey that has assassinated Chancellor Gorkon. As they close: Sulu: In range? Helmsman: No yet, sir. Sulu: Come on. Come on. Helmsman: She'll fly a part. Sulu: Fly her a part, then! Please, fly that 800DE BIG a part!

That thing is super cool looks like something I would build.

Follow Hessler and Trail de Couvert...Wilbers build shocks for theirs

Bravo Je suis vacciné HONDA , j'ai dans mon garage un XRV 650 , un XRV 750 , un CAGIVA ELEFANT 900ie et ...un SUZUKI DR 800 . Les motos , c'est mon DADA . J'ai regardé avec beaucoup d'intérêt tes deux vidéos et de préparation de ton 800 DE et de ta BAJA , merci et un BON JOUR DEPUIS L' EUROPE.

Enjoyed video and good luck at race. I wonder though how much all those upgrades cost? Possibly more than actual bike…

could you put finnish subtitles... nowadays , they say , it can be done with a couple of clicks

Looking forward to some follow up builds. Hope you are planning to share your trials and tribulations in the lead up to and during the race.

Say, that's a nice bike...

Please share a final price for all the mods, or at least an estimate of what someone paying retail price would pay. I realize there's some pre production and custom mods here. It would give good context!

Wonder when seat concepts will be coming out with the 800de seats

This rocks! Good luck!! You'll want more fuel? Super cool to see you guys tackle this stuff. Can't wait for more!! Rock🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

Very enjoyable build!

nothing quite like dropping $25k on a build (above the bike purchase price)! haha

Firstly it's a privilege to see you and I hav been watching all your videos I need your help over choosing the between triumph tiger 850 and v-strom 800 de Since this both motorcycles appear to have similar spec on papers I need your help in deciding with respect to reliability , maintenance and resale value in the Indian market

Great video, I can't wait to see the next ep :)

You built a yellow KTM Super Enduro! 😊

The "rad" meter went of the scale!!!

You can do it!!!!

great vid

This bike is beautiful

Wonder if the original wheels from the DE V-Strom would fit my '02 DL 1000 V-Strom...

DUDE! ARE YOU JOKING? Hyperpro makes a full flagship shock for the DE, SU08-7AC, A full MX shock with HPA. smh

You have an awesome job.

K&N filters don't filter more. They in fact filter less by allowing more air through...

Pretty sick build for sure. Will def. have to follow for the full build and ride. I might have done something different. If the off set is similar or would compensate for the longer fork why not just use the RM clamps and make the stem from the DR fit that? Also could have used the lighter Mako360 with damper sub mount the RM clamps. Same concept as the flexx bars you have, but uses standard oversized tapered bars like the Protaper, that you can choose a bend that maybe adjusts for height or pulls back a bit. I have a Mako360 with a scotts damper on off road bike. I also have a 07 DR650 with a cogent shock and set up on it. As well as a Ohlins cartridge emulator valves up front It's been a very nice set up. I have shorter legs and have to do the same thing on my 650. Going to try those mouse balls for my next set on my off road bike.

¡Moto Chingon!

Cool build 👍👍

A list of parts and mods would be nice for all your builds in case any viewers wanted to do the same things to their bikes

Any chance of weighing it when finished?

Genial saludos cordiales desde Patagonia Chile.

For a germany guy as i am it's funny to See that the custum build rear Shock, Made in the US, is fitted with a german made spring by "Eibach"

Awesome build been thinking about a vstrom to go with my drz as a better road bike

Couldn’t find an 890 Adventure?

Loving your build.Just ordered my 800de and am curious to know who supplied your bashplate?

Good job, God bless

Good luck.

And the sound with the yoshimura??

❤ Suzuki lovers will love you :)

thanks

I wonder if your team could to the same custom to Transalp.

another dreams build i want but can't

cool video.