Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023

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Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012
Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore81 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke62.6 mmStroke62.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power67 HPEngine power71 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpm
TorqueTorque60 NmTorque62 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,400 rpmRpm at Torque6,300 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio11.2
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
DisplacementDisplacement645 ccmDisplacement645 ccm

Suspension Front

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin-SparFrame typeTwin Tube

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 width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,290 mmLength2,275 mm
WidthWidth840 mmWidth835 mm
HeightHeight1,390 mmHeight1,405 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,555 mmWheelbase1,560 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)220 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)213 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity22 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

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

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023

The small V-Strom 650 is not only visually close to the big V-Strom 1000 with its pronounced duckbill, stacked headlights and extensive instruments. The equipment does not correspond at all to what is understood by "cheap entry": traction control, lively Euro4 engine, harmonious handling and additional techno-gadgets such as Low RPM Assist or Suzuki Easy Start System. To the delight of the customers, the price is kept within reasonable limits.

Lively, economical engine

balanced handling

good wind protection

traction control and ABS as standard

looks in the style of its big sister

extensive instrumentation with gear indicator

12-volt socket in the cockpit area

good price.

Traction control in mode 2 very restrictive

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

Price Suzuki V-Strom 650

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Price Suzuki V-Strom 650

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