Kawasaki Z 750 2010 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 1050 XT 2020

Kawasaki Z 750 2010

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 XT 2020

Overview - Kawasaki Z 750 2010 vs Suzuki V-Strom 1050 XT 2020

Kawasaki Z 750 2010

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 XT 2020

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z 750 2010 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 1050 XT 2020

Kawasaki Z 750 2010

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 XT 2020

Kawasaki Z 750 2010

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 XT 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	68.4 mm	Bore	100 mm
Stroke	Stroke	50.9 mm	Stroke	66 mm
Engine power	Engine power	106 HP	Engine power	107 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	78 Nm	Torque	100 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	8,300 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.3	Compression Ratio	11.5
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	748 ccm	Displacement	1,037 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube	Frame type	Twin Tube

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	Petal	Technology	radial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Length	Length	2,085 mm	Length	2,265 mm
Width	Width	805 mm	Width	940 mm
Height	Height	1,100 mm	Height	1,465 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,440 mm	Wheelbase	1,555 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	815 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	230 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	247 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z 750 2010

A good bike at a very good price, especially the upside-down fork is convincing.

improved torque curve

upside-down fork

aggressive engine

low price

high weight

4 hp less than the predecessor

not exactly effortless driving

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 XT 2020

Even though the new V-Strom 1050 has moved up in price to a league in which it has to be compared more with the competition than before, it has remained true to itself despite the most modern safety features, or rather, it has remained an uncomplicated motorbike that is ready for the big journey. Its favourite terrain is the road, which, thanks to the good chassis, can also be bad and bumpy. Off-road passages are no problem either, but those who regularly seek rougher terrain will be less likely to end up with the Suzuki due to its mighty weight. On paved roads, however, the mass can be moved surprisingly quickly and effortlessly. The addictive engine, the successful retro design and the extreme suitability for touring make the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 XT a top motorbike for long journeys.

powerful engine

wonderful ergonomics

good wind and weather protection

extensive accessories as standard

good initial tyre equipment

long-distance capability

successful retro look

High weight

ABS cannot be switched off

no quickshifter