Kawasaki Versys 650 2022 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023

Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023

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Overview - Kawasaki Versys 650 2022 vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023

Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 650 2022 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023

Kawasaki Versys 650 2022
Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore83 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke62.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power67 HPEngine power71 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpm
TorqueTorque61 NmTorque62 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,300 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio11.2
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement645 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel150 mmTravel150 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel145 mmTravel159 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
RakeRake65 degreeRake64 degree
TrailTrail108 mmTrail110 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFloating caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,165 mmLength2,275 mm
WidthWidth840 mmWidth835 mm
HeightHeight1,420 mmHeight1,405 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,415 mmWheelbase1,560 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height845 mmSeat Height815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)219 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)213 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

Kawasaki Versys 650 2022

Relaxed touring with plenty of comfort and enough potential for cornering fun - the Versys 650 is and remains a good choice among mid-range sport tourers. Although you will reach the top of the pass faster on the competition, you will enjoy getting back on the Kawa every time, which welcomes the rider with a high level of comfort and extensive equipment. If you enjoy touring and can get by with a little less power, the Versys 650 is a good choice!

Agile handling

Adjustable chassis

Accessible engine

Electronics update for 2022

Comfortable seating position

Absolutely suitable for long journeys

Low consumption, high range

Engine struggles with weight

Windshield only adjustable with two hands

No cruise control available

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 Kawasaki Versys 650 vs Suzuki V-Strom 650

Price Kawasaki Versys 650

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