Suzuki SV 650 2021 vs. Yamaha MT-09 2020

Suzuki SV 650 2021

Suzuki SV 650 2021

Yamaha MT-09 2020

Yamaha MT-09 2020

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Overview - Suzuki SV 650 2021 vs Yamaha MT-09 2020

The Suzuki SV 650 2021 and the Yamaha MT-09 2020 are both popular naked bikes that offer unique features and performance.

Starting with the Suzuki SV 650 2021, it is equipped with a V2 engine type that delivers 73 HP of power and 64 Nm of torque. The fuel system is injection-based, and it has a displacement of 645cc. The bike features a telescopic fork front suspension and a swing arm rear suspension with a monoshock absorber. The frame is made of steel, and it has a tubular frame type. The front brakes are double disk with a diameter of 290mm, and it comes with ABS as an advanced rider assistance system. The front and rear tires have a width of 120mm and 160mm respectively, with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1445mm, and the seat height is 785mm. The bike weighs 200kg with ABS and has a fuel tank capacity of 14.5 liters.

Suzuki SV 650 2021

Suzuki SV 650 2021

On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 2020 features an in-line engine type that produces a higher power of 115 HP and torque of 87.5 Nm. It also has an injection-based fuel system and a displacement of 847cc. The front suspension is an upside-down telescopic fork, and the rear suspension is a swing arm with a monoshock absorber. The frame is made of aluminum, and it has a twin tube frame type. The front brakes are double disk with a diameter of 298mm, and it also comes with ABS as well as additional advanced rider assistance systems such as a quickshifter and traction control. The front and rear tires have a width of 120mm and 180mm respectively, with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is slightly shorter than the SV 650 at 1440mm, and the seat height is higher at 815mm. The bike weighs 193kg with ABS and has a fuel tank capacity of 14 liters.

In terms of strengths, the Suzuki SV 650 2021 offers a confident V2 powerplant with character, a stable chassis, and a comfortable seating position. It also boasts easy handling and a timeless look. On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 2020 stands out with its powerful engine that provides plenty of torque. It also offers fine control of traction control, allowing riders to have a more controlled and enjoyable riding experience.

Yamaha MT-09 2020

Yamaha MT-09 2020

However, both bikes have their weaknesses. The Suzuki SV 650 2021 lacks electronic features apart from ABS, and its brake requires manual force. Additionally, the instruments on the bike are only moderately readable. On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 2020 does not have a blipper function, and its high handlebars provide little feedback. The bike also has a rough throttle response and early-regulating ABS.

In conclusion, the Suzuki SV 650 2021 and the Yamaha MT-09 2020 are both impressive naked bikes with their own set of strengths and weaknesses. While the SV 650 offers a stable and comfortable ride with a classic design, the MT-09 provides a more powerful engine and advanced rider assistance systems. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Suzuki SV 650 2021 compared to Yamaha MT-09 2020

Suzuki SV 650 2021
Yamaha MT-09 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore81 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke62.6 mmStroke59.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power73 HPEngine power115 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque64 NmTorque87.5 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,800 rpmRpm at Torque8,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.2 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
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement645 ccmDisplacement847 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TravelTravel125 mmTravel137 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel130 mmTravel130 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTwin Tube
RakeRake65 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail106 mmTrail103 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter290 mmDiameter298 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter245 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Quickshifter, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,140 mmLength2,075 mm
WidthWidth760 mmWidth815 mm
HeightHeight1,090 mmHeight1,120 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,445 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height785 mmSeat Height815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)200 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)193 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14.5 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2, ALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki SV 650 2021

Suzuki SV 650 2021

Not much has changed on the Suzuki SV 650 compared to its predecessor, five years ago. The engine has been updated to Euro5 and is now even more mature, which fits in perfectly with the rest of the package. The SV 650 doesn't want to scare anyone, especially beginners. The chassis makes a solid, unagitated impression, the brakes require a lot of manual force to prevent unexpected overbraking. The look is timeless on the one hand, but on the other hand some components are really a bit outdated. On the other hand, the price is fair, as usual for Suzuki.

Confident V2 powerplant with character

stable chassis

comfortable seating position

easy handling, timeless look

Brake requires manual force

no electronics on board apart from ABS

instruments moderately readable

Yamaha MT-09 2020

Yamaha MT-09 2020

Riding fast is possible, but exhausting. The high handlebars are counterproductive on the race track and require a lot of physical effort. The MT-09 can't keep up with the Street Triple R, even with WP suspension.

Powerful engine with plenty of torque

Fine control of traction control

No blipper function

High handlebars give little feedback

Rough throttle response

Early-regulating ABS

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki SV 650 vs Yamaha MT-09

There are a few key differences between a Suzuki SV 650 2021 and a Yamaha MT-09 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Yamaha MT-09 2020 is about 57% higher. Compared to Yamaha MT-09 2020 there are more Suzuki SV 650 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 13 compared to 8. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha MT-09 with 110 days compared to 111 days for the Suzuki SV 650. Since model year 2005 1000PS.de editors have written 25 reviews for the Suzuki SV 650 and 57 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 since model year 2013. The first review for the Suzuki SV 650 was published on 26/09/2008 and now has more than 14,200 views. This compares to more than 39,900 views for the first review on Yamaha MT-09 published on 10/06/2013.

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