The Kove 800X Pro weighs 185kg wet, has a seat height of 865mm and 275mm of ground clearance, and makes 95hp. Expect about 58 mpg, for a range of around 255 miles from its 20-litre tank.
8/10
Holloway Green Lane Score
A genuine surprise: a twin-cylinder middleweight that's noticeably lighter than its rivals and properly capable off-road for the money. Rider ability, terrain, weather and tyre choice still move the real answer more than the bike alone does.
£8,499New, OTR
185kgWet weight
865mmSeat height
~255 miReal-world range
Holloway ratings
Four separate scores, not one blended number, so you can see what's actually driving it.
Beginner friendliness
4/5
Road usability
3/5
Technical off-road capability
4/5
Green-lane suitability
4/5
Full specs
Price (new, OTR)£8,499
Engine799cc
Power95hp
Torque80Nm
Weight (wet)185kg
Seat height865mm
Fuel tank20L
Real-world range~255 mi
Economy~58 mpg
Wheels (f/r)21" / 18"
Ground clearance275mm
Suspension travel (f/r)240mm / 240mm
ABSYes
Traction controlYes
Ride modesYes
Service interval5,000 miles
Licence requiredA
Stock tyre sizes (f/r)90/90-21 / 150/70-18
Stock tyresPirelli Scorpion Rally STR
Where the Kove 800X Pro sits
Wet weight against ground clearance for every bike in the finder that publishes both. Light and tall, top left, is where the easiest green lane bikes sit. Tap a dot to open that bike.
Figures are manufacturer claims. Clearance is measured differently by different makers, so treat small gaps as a draw.
Will your feet reach?
The Kove 800X Pro has a 865mm seat. Enter your inside leg for a rough idea of how much foot you'll get down when stopped.
A rough guide only. A wide seat needs more leg than a narrow one, the suspension settles 20 to 40mm under you, and boots add a little. Many bikes offer a low seat or lowering link. Sit on one before you buy.
Range against similar bikes
Real-world range from tank size and typical economy, against the bikes closest to it in weight and type. Out on the lanes, fuel stops are often further apart than on a road ride.
Range only. Hard off-road riding and headwinds use more fuel, so plan fuel stops with margin.
Tyres that fit the Kove 800X Pro
It runs a 90/90-21 front and a 150/70-18 rear, on Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR from the factory. 44 tyres in our Tyre Finder are made in at least one of those sizes, ranked by green lane score.
Sizes are for the standard UK model and can change between model years. Check the size on your own tyre sidewall, and ask your dealer before fitting a different size. Our size lists come from maker and retailer listings and can miss sizes, so a tyre shown for one end may still be made in your other size. Check the maker's size chart.
Owners describe the 800X Pro as a game-changer that shatters middleweight weight expectations. At just 185kg wet with a full 20-litre tank, riders report that it feels as light and flickable as a big single while delivering 95hp of twin-cylinder power. With 275mm of clearance and 240mm KYB suspension, it conquers technical green lanes with ease, though owners mention initial throttle response off idle can feel snatchy.
Pros for green laning
Class-leading low weight: weighs just 185kg fully fuelled, making it 25-45kg lighter than almost every other twin-cylinder adventure bike on the market.
Massive 275mm ground clearance: 240mm of fully adjustable KYB suspension travel clears deep ruts, boulders, and washouts cleanly.
Full 21"/18" tubeless spoked wheels: provides access to all aggressive enduro tyres with the convenience of roadside tubeless puncture repairs.
Potent 95hp twin: strong 80Nm of torque delivers rapid road-transit acceleration and instant front-wheel lift over trail obstacles.
Cons and limitations
Tall 865mm seat height: combined with a tall stance, touching down in deep ruts requires balance and confidence from shorter riders.
Abrupt low-rpm throttle response: initial on/off fueling right off idle can feel snatchy during slow, technical first-gear crawling.
Firm, flat rally seat: minimal seat padding makes long motorway link sections between lane clusters physically firm on the rider.
Smaller dealer network: an emerging manufacturer with a smaller UK dealer and parts distribution footprint compared to legacy brands.
Based on manufacturer specifications and independent motorcycle press reviews.
Remember: a rank here assumes reasonable stock tyres and a competent rider in decent conditions. The right tyres, or the wrong weather, can move a lane from easy to genuinely hard regardless of what bike you're on. Check a lane's own difficulty and hazards on the map before you go, don't rely on a bike score alone.
Find where to actually ride it
Browse legal green lanes and byways across England and Wales, filtered by difficulty, on Holloway's map.
