Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012 vs. Honda NX500 2024

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012

Honda NX500 2024

Honda NX500 2024

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Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012 vs Honda NX500 2024

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012

Honda NX500 2024

Honda NX500 2024

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012 compared to Honda NX500 2024

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012
Honda NX500 2024

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore81 mmBore67 mm
StrokeStroke62.6 mmStroke66.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power67 HPEngine power48 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,600 rpm
TorqueTorque60 NmTorque43 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,400 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio10.7
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
DisplacementDisplacement645 ccmDisplacement471 ccm

Suspension Front

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,290 mmLength2,165 mm
WidthWidth840 mmWidth830 mm
HeightHeight1,390 mmHeight1,415 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,555 mmWheelbase1,445 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)220 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)196 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity22 lFuel Tank Capacity17.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012

Like the Kawasaki Versys, the small V-Strom is getting on a bit. The 1000 is so well done and easy to ride that you should consider taking the "big one" right away. In terms of versatility, however, the 650 is in no way inferior to the big V-Strom, and at a much lower price. But we wouldn't take it to the racetrack any more. And of course it has to cope with a heavy load more than a motorbike with 100+ hp.

Full torque

good sound

large tank

relaxed seating position

somewhat old-fashioned look

narrow handlebars

sluggish in bends

Honda NX500 2024

Honda NX500 2024

The Honda NX500 is a versatile A2 adventure bike that is particularly at home on tarmac and can offer a lot from everyday riding to relaxed touring. It has no major shortcomings, while at the same time offering many strengths, albeit not spectacular ones. On long journeys, the relaxed riding position and the good suspension, which also performs well on winding roads in combination with the improved brakes, are a delight. Pragmatists can look forward to low fuel consumption and a high range, and it can even cope with light off-roads.

Finely controllable, good-natured engine with linear power delivery

Good brakes

Good, well-balanced suspension

Comfortable seating position

High range

Agile handling

Never overtaxes the rider, but allows riding pleasure

Traction control can be easily deactivated

Transmission shifts very cleanly

Limited off-road capability

ABS not disengageable

somewhat low power and payload (185 kg) for riding with a pillion passenger

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 vs Honda NX500

Price Suzuki V-Strom 650

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