Suzuki V-Strom 650 2021 vs. Yamaha Tracer 700 2020

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2021

Yamaha Tracer 700 2020

Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 650 2021 vs Yamaha Tracer 700 2020

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2021

Yamaha Tracer 700 2020

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 2021 compared to Yamaha Tracer 700 2020

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2021

Yamaha Tracer 700 2020

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2021

Yamaha Tracer 700 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	81 mm	Bore	80 mm
Stroke	Stroke	62.6 mm	Stroke	68.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	71 HP	Engine power	75 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,800 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	62 Nm	Torque	68 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.2	Compression Ratio	11.5
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	645 ccm	Displacement	689 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Travel	Travel	150 mm	Travel	130 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	159 mm	Travel	130 mm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel
Rake	Rake	64 degree	Rake	24.8 degree
Trail	Trail	110 mm	Trail	90 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	310 mm	Diameter	282 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	260 mm	Diameter	245 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Four pistons

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,275 mm	Length	2,138 mm
Width	Width	835 mm	Width	806 mm
Height	Height	1,405 mm	Height	1,270 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,560 mm	Wheelbase	1,404 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	815 mm	Seat Height	835 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	213 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	196 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2, A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Yamaha Tracer 700 2020

The Tracer 700 offers casual riding fun in many situations. The cheeky engine gives it a sporty touch, the upright riding position offers riding comfort. It is a good all-round machine. On long journeys, however, you have to accept some sacrifices.

Sporty feeling

playfully light ride

good brakes

low weight

easy to operate.

Chassis somewhat uncomfortable on bad roads

windshield a little too small on tours

handlebar position a little too low on long tours and off-road