Suzuki V-Strom 650 2015 vs. Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2015

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2015

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

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Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 650 2015 vs Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2015

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2015

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 2015 compared to Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2015
Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore81 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke62.6 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power67 HPEngine power69 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque60 NmTorque64 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,400 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio10.8
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement645 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentRebound

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentRebound

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 width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 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 mmWidth840 mm
HeightHeight1,390 mmHeight1,400 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,555 mmWheelbase1,415 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height840 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)215 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)216 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity21 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2015

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2015

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

Kawasaki Versys 650 2020

The 2019 model year Kawasaki Versys presented itself as a comfortable, stable yet lively touring machine. The motorbike is versatile and offers high utility value. It is a fully-fledged touring machine that is a pleasure to ride on extended tours. The bike offers a terrific price/performance ratio.

Great travel comfort

pleasant and comfortable chassis

easy to use

seating position ready for touring

agile and light-footed handling.

Vibrations in the footpegs

response behaviour during transition from pushing and load operation

ABS cannot be deactivated

weight somewhat high

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 vs Kawasaki Versys 650

Price Suzuki V-Strom 650

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Price Kawasaki Versys 650

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