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Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023 vs. Yamaha Tenere 700 Explore Edition 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

Yamaha Tenere 700 Explore Edition 2023

Yamaha Tenere 700 Explore Edition 2023

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Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023 vs Yamaha Tenere 700 Explore Edition 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

Yamaha Tenere 700 Explore Edition 2023

Yamaha Tenere 700 Explore Edition 2023

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023 compared to Yamaha Tenere 700 Explore Edition 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023
Yamaha Tenere 700 Explore Edition 2023
Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023
Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023
Yamaha Tenere 700 Explore Edition 2023
Yamaha Tenere 700 Explore Edition 2023

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore81 mmBore80 mm
StrokeStroke62.6 mmStroke65.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power71 HPEngine power73 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque62 NmTorque68 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,300 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.2 Compression Ratio11.5
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
DisplacementDisplacement645 ccmDisplacement689 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TravelTravel150 mmTravel190 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
TravelTravel159 mmTravel180 mm

Chassis

Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeDouble cradle

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter282 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter245 mm

Assistance Systems

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

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter21 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 diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,275 mmLength2,350 mm
WidthWidth910 mmWidth905 mm
HeightHeight1,484 mmHeight1,600 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,560 mmWheelbase1,590 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height860 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)216 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)211 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity16 l
RangeRange476 kmRange372 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions100 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions100 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.2 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.3 l/100km

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

The V-Strom 650 XT may be getting on a bit, but it's still a good bike. Especially if you don't need a colour display and don't intend to leave the paved road. The 650 is an easy motorbike to ride and is hardly ever out of its depth. What's more, this model has already proven itself a zillion times over, which underlines its durability and longevity.

Simple, uncomplicated bike

proven technology

good price/performance ratio

Design and equipment are a bit outdated

very limited off-road capability

Yamaha Tenere 700 Explore Edition 2023

Yamaha Tenere 700 Explore Edition 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT vs Yamaha Tenere 700 Explore Edition

Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT

Model year
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Price Yamaha Tenere 700 Explore Edition

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