Front headlight (high and low beam) is extremely unsafe and does not provide sufficient illumination for rider when operating at the posted speed limit. The beam of the headlights have dark spots that creates a very unsafe condition. Riding with low beam is extremely dangerous, and when the high beam is activated, it does little to solve the problem. I was forced to install auxiliary forward facing driving lights, but their operation on public roadways is a violation of state law.
2023 Suzuki V-Strom 800/800de: headlights failing or too dim
6 of the 8 complaints about the 2023 Suzuki V-Strom 800/800de describe headlights failing or too dim.
- owner complaints
- 6
- of this car's complaints
- 75%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? No recall or service bulletin covers this area of the car yet.
Headlights failing or too dim by model year
- 20243
- 20236
What owners say
The contact owns a 2023 Suzuki V-Strom 800 Motorcycle. The contact stated while riding at night at approximately 35 MPH, the low beam headlight was activated but failed to provide adequate illumination. The contact stated that low beam illumination was very narrow. The contact stated that the high-beam headlight operated as needed but the contact had to switch back to low-beam for oncoming vehicle. The contact had taken the motorcycle to a local dealer but was informed that the headlight was working as designed. The motorcycle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 4,500.
The contact owns a 2023 Suzuki V-Strom 800 Motorcycle. The contact stated while riding at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware that the headlight did not function as intended. The contact stated while riding at night, the headlight illumination was extremely dim and failed to provide adequate illumination to safely operate the motorcycle. The motorcycle was taken to the dealer. The motorcycle was not repaired. The manufacture was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was unknown.
Vehicle lighting is downright not safe at night. It's somewhat bright but the beam shape is the real issue. While turning the beam dips 'below' where you are cornering, so cannot see ANYTHING through the turn. Extremely dangerous. Adjusting the headlight up slightly helps, but only after it's adjusted high enough to blind other drivers. I honestly cannot believe the headlight was allowed out of the factory like this.
Factory low beam headlights do not adequately light the road to ride safely. Lights are adjusted according to owners manual. The amount of light is dangerously weak if rider is forced to ride at night. This bike should not be ridden at night with no city lights to assist visibility. High beams are far too narrow and only serve as warning lights during daylight hours.
The headlight disappears when turning corners. The motorcycle is unrideable at night. The dealership inspected it and they were horrified by it's lack of performance. I contacted the manufacturer and they seem to think that it is street legal. I just don't see how this is possible. Does testing/certification involve riding the machine?
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 2023 Suzuki V-Strom 800/800de headlights
Is headlights failing or too dim a common problem on the 2023 Suzuki V-Strom 800/800de?
6 of 8 owner complaints about the 2023 Suzuki V-Strom 800/800de (75%) mention headlights failing or too dim. The model year with the most reports is 2023.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2023 Suzuki V-Strom 800/800de?
There is no recall or service bulletin for this area of the car on record.
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