BMW F 650 GS 2011 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 650 2014

BMW F 650 GS 2011

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2014

Overview - BMW F 650 GS 2011 vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 2014

BMW F 650 GS 2011

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2014

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Technical Specifications BMW F 650 GS 2011 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 2014

BMW F 650 GS 2011

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2014

BMW F 650 GS 2011

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2014

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	82 mm	Bore	81 mm
Stroke	Stroke	75.6 mm	Stroke	62.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	71 HP	Engine power	67 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,800 rpm
Torque	Torque	75 Nm	Torque	60 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	4,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,400 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12	Compression Ratio	11.5
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	798 ccm	Displacement	645 ccm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular, Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Twin-Spar

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	100 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	140 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	80 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Length	Length	2,280 mm	Length	2,290 mm
Width	Width	890 mm	Width	840 mm
Height	Height	1,240 mm	Height	1,390 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,575 mm	Wheelbase	1,555 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	790 mm	Seat Height	820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	22 l
Top Speed	Top Speed	185 km/h	Top Speed	180 km/h
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 650 GS 2011

When it comes to optional extras, accessories and driver equipment, BMW is the benchmark for us. The driver can have his vehicle configured exactly to his wishes and also order the matching clothing at the same time.

Manoeuvrability

agility

low seat height can be reduced again

heated grips

comfortable seat

resale value.

Wind protection somewhat suboptimal compared to the F800.

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2014

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