BMW F 800 GS Adventure 2016 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

BMW F 800 GS Adventure 2016

BMW F 800 GS Adventure 2016

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

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Overview - BMW F 800 GS Adventure 2016 vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

BMW F 800 GS Adventure 2016

BMW F 800 GS Adventure 2016

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

Technical Specifications BMW F 800 GS Adventure 2016 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

BMW F 800 GS Adventure 2016
Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore82 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke75.6 mmStroke62.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power86 HPEngine power71 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpm
TorqueTorque83 NmTorque62 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,750 rpmRpm at Torque6,300 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio11.2
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Can be restricted for A2 licenceCan be restricted for A2 licenceYesCan be restricted for A2 licenceYes
DisplacementDisplacement798 ccmDisplacement645 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engineFrame typeTwin Tube

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsSuspension electronically adjustableAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, 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 diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,305 mmLength2,275 mm
WidthWidth890 mmWidth910 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,578 mmWheelbase1,560 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height890 mmSeat Height815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)229 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)216 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity24 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 800 GS Adventure 2016

BMW F 800 GS Adventure 2016

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

The V-Strom 650 XT may be getting on a bit, but it's still a good bike. Especially if you don't need a colour display and don't intend to leave the paved road. The 650 is an easy motorbike to ride and is hardly ever out of its depth. What's more, this model has already proven itself a zillion times over, which underlines its durability and longevity.

Simple, uncomplicated bike

proven technology

good price/performance ratio

Design and equipment are a bit outdated

very limited off-road capability

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW F 800 GS Adventure vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT

Price BMW F 800 GS Adventure

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Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT

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