Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014 vs. Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

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Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014 vs Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

The Suzuki V-Strom 1000 model year 2014 and the Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE model year 2020 are both enduro motorcycles that offer a range of features and capabilities.

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014

Starting with the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014, it is equipped with a 1000cc engine that delivers 100 horsepower and 103 Nm of torque. It has a chain transmission and a displacement of 1037cc. The front suspension consists of an upside-down telescopic fork, while the rear suspension features a monoshock. The frame is made of aluminum, providing a sturdy and lightweight construction. It also comes with traction control as a standard advanced rider assistance system. The front tire has a diameter of 19 inches, and the rear tire has a width of 150mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase measures 1555mm, and the kerb weight with ABS is 228kg. The fuel tank capacity is 20 liters. Overall, the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014 offers a powerful engine, good brakes, a comfortable yet taut chassis, and great touring capability. It also has complete instrumentation. However, it has some weaknesses, including a windshield that creates turbulence on the head, an engine that runs out of breath in the upper speed range, and a somewhat confusable look.

On the other hand, the Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020 is equipped with a 1000cc engine that delivers 120 horsepower and 102 Nm of torque. It also has a chain transmission and a displacement of 1043cc. The front suspension consists of an upside-down telescopic fork, and the rear suspension features a monoshock. The frame is made of aluminum, providing a sturdy and lightweight construction. In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, the Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020 offers ABS, Ride by Wire, and a Quickshifter. The front tire has a diameter of 17 inches, and the rear tire has a width of 180mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase measures 1520mm, and the kerb weight with ABS is 257kg. The fuel tank capacity is 21 liters. The Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020 offers high riding comfort for both the rider and passenger, great wind and weather protection, and a high-quality chassis that can be adjusted precisely to meet the rider's requirements. The engine is well controllable and rev-happy, providing strong pull. However, it has some weaknesses, including a windshield that is too generously dimensioned at high temperatures, resulting in limited wind flow even at the lowest setting. Additionally, the display and mobile phone app cannot keep up with the competition.

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

In conclusion, both the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014 and the Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020 offer their own strengths and weaknesses. The Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014 is known for its powerful engine, traction control, good brakes, and comfortable yet taut chassis. It is also a great touring motorcycle with complete instrumentation. However, it has some drawbacks such as turbulence caused by the windshield and limited top-end speed. On the other hand, the Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020 offers high riding comfort, great wind and weather protection, and a high-quality chassis that can be adjusted precisely. Its engine is well controllable and provides strong pull. However, it has some drawbacks such as a generously dimensioned windshield at high temperatures and a display and mobile phone app that are not as advanced as the competition. Overall, both motorcycles have their own unique features and capabilities, and the choice between them would depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014 compared to Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014
Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore100 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke66 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power100 HPEngine power120 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque103 NmTorque102 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque4,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.3 Compression Ratio10.3
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,037 ccmDisplacement1,043 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Petal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsTraction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,285 mmLength2,240 mm
WidthWidth865 mmWidth950 mm
HeightHeight1,410 mmHeight1,530 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,555 mmWheelbase1,520 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)228 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)257 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity21 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014

In the large enduro segment, the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 occupies the position of the best value for money, yet you don't have to do without anything - even traction control and ABS come as standard. Excellent brakes, great comfort and a wonderfully powerful V-twin engine are ingredients that should appeal to almost everyone. The fact that it doesn't play in the top league with 100 hp is made up for by the wonderful power delivery, which ensures a relaxed climate on long journeys. Only the wind protection is not optimal with the original windshield; one should invest in the affordable, somewhat larger windshield.

Powerful engine

traction control as standard

very good brakes

taut yet comfortable chassis

great touring capability

complete instrumentation

Windshield creates turbulence on the head

the engine runs out of breath in the upper speed range

confusable look

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020

The Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE is a particularly well-designed representative of a type that is so difficult to categorise. In the end, it is simply a very good and universal motorbike. At the regulars' table, it will hardly score points with 120 hp. But in practice, all elements of the motorbike are designed and dimensioned in such a way that you enjoy riding it for a long time. On long tours, it has sufficient power, offers dynamic handling and high riding comfort. Compared to the competition, you hardly miss the power. Kawasaki should improve on the integration of a Navigatinos app in the display.

High riding comfort for rider and passenger

Great wind and weather protection

High-quality chassis can be adjusted very precisely to the requirements

Well controllable and rev-happy engine

Strong pull from the engine

At high temperatures, the standard windshield is too generously dimensioned - even at the lowest setting, you hardly get any wind at all

display and mobile phone app cannot keep up with the competition.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki V-Strom 1000 vs Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE

There are a few key differences between a Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014 and a Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020 is about 86% higher. Compared to Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE 2020 there are more Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 23 compared to 8. It takes less time to sell a Suzuki V-Strom 1000 with 90 days compared to 156 days for a Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE. Since model year 2005 1000PS.de editors have written 40 reviews for the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 and 12 reviews for the Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE since model year 2019. The first review for the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 was published on 23/07/2002 and now has more than 6,300 views. This compares to more than 25,500 views for the first review on Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE published on 06/11/2018.

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