KTM 790 Adventure 2023 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023

KTM 790 Adventure 2023

KTM 790 Adventure 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023

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Overview - KTM 790 Adventure 2023 vs Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023

In terms of engine and drive train, the KTM 790 Adventure 2023 features an in-line engine with a bore of 88 mm and a stroke of 65.7 mm. It has an engine power of 95 HP and a torque of 88 Nm. The starter is electric and it has a chain transmission. The bike has 2 cylinders and a displacement of 799 ccm. On the other hand, the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023 has a V-type engine with a bore of 100 mm and a stroke of 66 mm. It has an engine power of 107 HP and a torque of 100 Nm. The starter is electric and it also has a chain transmission. The bike has 2 cylinders and a displacement of 1037 ccm.

When it comes to suspension, both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks in the front. However, the KTM 790 Adventure 2023 uses WP suspension with a diameter of 43 mm and a travel of 200 mm. The rear suspension is a swing arm with a monoshock and a travel of 200 mm. The suspension can be adjusted for preload. On the other hand, the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023 uses Kayaba suspension with a diameter of 43 mm and a travel of 160 mm. The rear suspension is also a swing arm with a monoshock and a travel of 160 mm. The suspension can be adjusted for preload and rebound.

In terms of chassis, the KTM 790 Adventure 2023 has a chromium-molybdenum frame that is tubular and load-bearing. It has a rake of 64.1 degrees and a trail of 107.8 mm. The Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023 has an aluminum frame that is twin tube. It has a rake of 64.7 degrees and a trail of 109 mm.

KTM 790 Adventure 2023

KTM 790 Adventure 2023

Both bikes have double disk brakes in the front. The KTM 790 Adventure 2023 has advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control. The Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023 also has ABS, ride by wire, and traction control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the KTM 790 Adventure 2023 has a front tire diameter of 21 inches and a rear tire width of 150 mm with a diameter of 18 inches. It has a wheelbase of 1509 mm and a seat height of 840 mm. The fuel tank capacity is 20 liters, providing a range of 476 km. The combined fuel consumption is 4.2 l/100km. On the other hand, the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023 has a front tire diameter of 19 inches and a rear tire width of 150 mm with a diameter of 17 inches. It has a wheelbase of 1555 mm and a seat height of 855 mm. The fuel tank capacity is also 20 liters, providing a range of 416 km. The combined fuel consumption is 4.8 l/100km.

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023

In terms of strengths, the KTM 790 Adventure 2023 has a rev-happy engine with impressive power and low fuel consumption. It also has excellent traction control regulation and effective wind protection with a wide range of settings. The bike has logical controls, agile handling, and precise ride. The brakes are effective and it offers comfortable on-road ergonomics with a well-dosed clutch. On the other hand, the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023 has a powerful motor and a high-quality electronics package. It offers excellent ergonomics and lavish standard equipment. The bike has intuitive operation of the electronics, long-distance comfort, and excellent wind and weather protection. The tire fitment is also good and it has a successful retro look.

In terms of weaknesses, the KTM 790 Adventure 2023 has a sporty Quickshifter+ that is only available at an extra cost. The chassis adjustment range is not too wide and the handlebar position is too low off-road. On the other hand, the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023 has a high weight and the ABS cannot be switched off or deactivated at the rear.

Overall, both the KTM 790 Adventure 2023 and the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023 offer impressive features and performance. The KTM 790 Adventure 2023 excels in terms of engine power and fuel consumption, while the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023 stands out with its high-quality electronics package and long-distance comfort.

Technical Specifications KTM 790 Adventure 2023 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023

KTM 790 Adventure 2023
Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore88 mmBore100 mm
StrokeStroke65.7 mmStroke66 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power107 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque88 NmTorque100 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,600 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.7 Compression Ratio11.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement799 ccmDisplacement1,037 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandKayaba
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel200 mmTravel160 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountDeflection
TravelTravel200 mmTravel160 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engineFrame typeTwin Tube
RakeRake64.1 degreeRake64.7 degree
TrailTrail107.8 mmTrail109 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,509 mmWheelbase1,555 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height855 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange476 kmRange416 km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.2 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.8 l/100km

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 790 Adventure 2023

KTM 790 Adventure 2023

The KTM 790 Adventure is still one of the sportiest mid-range touring enduros - if you are looking for a touring machine that is brutally nimble on and off road, you will find it here. At the same time, however, the chassis and engine offer sufficient comfort and good manners to keep the rider from going mad even on longer liaison stages. The engine is wonderfully powerful for this class, fuel consumption is surprisingly low and the driving aids are even on a higher level than usual. The ergonomics are fine on the road, the off-road ergonomics could even be a little less radical. Overall, however, the 790 Adventure offers a really good price/performance ratio and great riding performance.

Rev-happy engine with impressive power

low fuel consumption

excellent traction control regulation

effective wind protection with a wide range of settings

logical controls

agile handling

precise ride

effective brakes

comfortable on-road ergonomics

well-dosed clutch.

sporty Quickshifter+ only at extra cost

chassis adjustment range not too wide

handlebar position too low off-road

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023

With the revision and expansion of the 1050 models, Suzuki now has the right big V-Strom for everyone. Those who know from the outset that they will stay almost exclusively on the road will find the standard model a reliable travel companion or even a buddy for all days; those who want to limit themselves less in their choice of routes and also want to ride regularly on unpaved terrain will now find the DE a good choice. The main argument, however, remains this engine, which with its 107 hp and above all its rich torque leaves hardly anything to be desired.

powerful motor

high-quality electronics package

excellent ergonomics

lavish standard equipment

intuitive operation of the electronics

long-distance comfort

excellent wind and weather protection

good tyre fitment

successful retro look

High weight

ABS cannot be switched off or deactivated at the rear

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 790 Adventure vs Suzuki V-Strom 1050

There are a few key differences between a KTM 790 Adventure 2023 and a Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023 is about 28% higher. Compared to Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023 there are more KTM 790 Adventure 2023 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 70 compared to 38. It takes less time to sell a KTM 790 Adventure with 72 days compared to 80 days for a Suzuki V-Strom 1050. Since model year 2019 1000PS.de editors have written 20 reviews for the KTM 790 Adventure and 10 reviews for the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 since model year 2020. The first review for the KTM 790 Adventure was published on 06/10/2018 and now has more than 53,600 views. This compares to more than 104,400 views for the first review on Suzuki V-Strom 1050 published on 30/01/2020.

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