Suzuki VL800 Volusia Limited: history, specs, pictures
The Suzuki VL800 Volusia Limited was a 4-stroke, liquid cooled, 45° V-twin, SOHC, 8-valves, TSCC Cruiser motorcycle produced by Suzuki in 2004. Max torque was 50.89 ft/lbs (69.0 Nm) @ 3500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 52.03 HP (38.8 KW) @ 6000 RPM.
| 'Suzuki VL800 Volusia Limited' | |
| Manufacturer | [[Suzuki]] |
|---|---|
| Production | 2004 |
| Class | [[:Category:Cruiser motorcycles|Cruiser]] [[Category:Cruiser motorcycles]] |
| Engine | 4-stroke, liquid cooled, 45° V-twin, SOHC, 8-valves, TSCC |
| Bore / Stroke | 83.8mm x 83.8mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.4:1 |
| Horsepower | 52.03 HP (38.8 KW) @ 6000RPM |
| Torque | 50.89 ft/lbs (69.0 Nm) @ 3500RPM |
| Fuel System | Mikuni BDSR34 carburetor |
| Transmission | Gear box: 5 speed, manual Final Drive: Shaft |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped Rear: Link-type, oil damped, 7-way adjustable spring preload |
| Brakes | Front: Single hydraulic discs Rear: Single hydraulic disc |
| Front Tire | 130/90-16 |
| Rear Tire | 170/80-15 |
| Wheelbase | 65.39 inches (1661 mm) |
| Length | 98.19 inches (2494 mm) |
| Width | 38.82 inches (986 mm) |
| Seat Height | 27.52 inches (699 mm) |
| Weight | 239.0 kg (wet) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
Engine
A 83.8mm bore x 83.8mm stroke result in a displacement of just 805.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive
The bike has a 5 speed, manual transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-disc, manual.
Chassis
It came with a 130/90-16 front tire and a 170/80-15 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single hydraulic discs in the front and a Single hydraulic disc in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped while the rear was equipped with a Link-type, oil damped, 7-way adjustable spring preload. The wheelbase was 65.39 inches (1661 mm) long.
2004 Suzuki VL800 Volusia Limited
The 2004 MY 2004 Suzuki Volusia 800 Limited introduces a smashing two-tone flame paint and studded seats for both passenger and rider, thus upping the game of this already cool-looking cruiser. Cue slash-cut dual exhausts, chrome accents contrasting with the darkened livery and frame.
Middleweight on displacement but with a premium feel, the 2004 MY Suzuki Volusia 800 Limited is a glorious choice for those in search of mannered power and great looks, coupled with everyday useability and long-range worthiness in a single package.