Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2017 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2017

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2017

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017

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Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2017 vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017

The Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2017 and the Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017 are both enduro motorcycles from Suzuki, but they have some key differences in terms of technical specifications and strengths.

Starting with the engine and drive train, the V-Strom 1000 has a larger engine with a displacement of 1037ccm compared to the V-Strom 650's 645ccm. This results in the V-Strom 1000 having more power with 101 HP compared to the V-Strom 650's 71 HP. The V-Strom 1000 also has more torque with 101 Nm compared to the V-Strom 650's 62 Nm. Both bikes have a V-twin engine type and use a chain transmission.

In terms of suspension, the V-Strom 1000 has an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension with a diameter of 43mm and a travel of 160mm. The V-Strom 650 has a telescopic fork front suspension with the same diameter and a slightly shorter travel of 150mm. Both bikes have a swing arm rear suspension with a monoshock and a travel of 160mm for the V-Strom 1000 and 159mm for the V-Strom 650.

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2017

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2017

Both bikes have an aluminum frame with a twin tube design. The V-Strom 1000 has a slightly steeper rake of 64.5 degrees compared to the V-Strom 650's 64 degrees. The trail measurement is also slightly different, with the V-Strom 1000 having 109mm and the V-Strom 650 having 110mm.

In terms of brakes, both bikes have double disk front brakes. The V-Strom 1000 has advanced rider assistance systems such as traction control, while the V-Strom 650 has ABS as standard.

Both bikes have a 19-inch front tire diameter and a 17-inch rear tire diameter. The rear tire width is also the same at 150mm. The wheelbase is slightly longer for the V-Strom 650 at 1560mm compared to the V-Strom 1000's 1555mm. The seat height is also lower for the V-Strom 650 at 830mm compared to the V-Strom 1000's 850mm. The kerb weight with ABS is lighter for the V-Strom 650 at 213kg compared to the V-Strom 1000's 232kg. Both bikes have a fuel tank capacity of 20 liters.

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017

In terms of strengths, the V-Strom 1000 has a powerful engine, good brakes with lean angle ABS, traction control, and a stable and comfortable chassis. It also has good wind protection and is highly suitable for touring. The V-Strom 650 also has a lively and economical engine, balanced handling, good wind protection, and traction control and ABS as standard. Both bikes have extensive instrumentation with a gear indicator and a 12-volt socket in the cockpit area. They also have a reasonable price.

However, the V-Strom 1000 has a noticeable set-up torque when braking in curves, while the V-Strom 650's traction control in mode 2 is very restrictive.

In conclusion, the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2017 and the Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017 have their own strengths and weaknesses. The V-Strom 1000 offers more power and torque, while the V-Strom 650 is more economical. Both bikes have similar features and are suitable for different types of riders based on their preferences and needs.

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2017 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2017
Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeV
BoreBore100 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke66 mmStroke62.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power101 HPEngine power71 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpm
TorqueTorque101 NmTorque62 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque4,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.3 Compression Ratio11.2
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,037 ccmDisplacement645 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel160 mmTravel150 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountDeflection
TravelTravel160 mmTravel159 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTwin Tube
RakeRake64.5 degreeRake64 degree
TrailTrail109 mmTrail110 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsTraction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

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
LengthLength2,280 mmLength2,275 mm
WidthWidth930 mmWidth835 mm
HeightHeight1,470 mmHeight1,405 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,555 mmWheelbase1,560 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)232 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)213 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2017

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2017

What the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 could do very well before, the new V-Strom 1000 and V-Strom 1000XT can also do very well: a well-balanced motorbike that does not shy away from sporty riding with good long-distance capability. In addition, there are now ultra-modern features such as lean angle ABS and Combined Brake System, which make riding even safer and faster. Suzuki takes criticism seriously, the windshield has been enlarged and, in keeping with the trend, the V-Strom 1000 now comes in a slightly more off-road XT version with wire-spoke wheels, which not only increase stability but also the cool look - especially with the golden rims of the yellow paintwork. Besides all these advantages, the low price remains the absolute killer argument for the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 / XT.

Powerful engine

good brakes with lean angle ABS

Combined Brake System

traction control

stable and at the same time comfortable chassis

good wind protection

high suitability for touring

complete instruments including gear indicator

12 volt socket in the cockpit area

hand protectors and engine guard as standard

reasonable price.

Noticeable set-up torque when braking in curves

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017

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 1000 vs Suzuki V-Strom 650

There are a few key differences between a Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2017 and a Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2017 is about 11% higher. Compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017 there are more Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2017 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 10 compared to 4. It takes less time to sell a Suzuki V-Strom 650 with 89 days compared to 105 days for the Suzuki V-Strom 1000. Since model year 2005 1000PS.de editors have written 40 reviews for the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 and 38 reviews for the Suzuki V-Strom 650 since model year 2005. The first review for the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 was published on 7/23/2002 and now has more than 6,300 views. This compares to more than 4,000 views for the first review on Suzuki V-Strom 650 published on 9/16/2003.

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