Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2023 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2022

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2022

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Overview - Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2023 vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2022

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2022

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2023 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2022

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2023
Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore77 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke62.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power142 HPEngine power71 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpm
TorqueTorque111 NmTorque62 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,300 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 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
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement645 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel150 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel144 mmTravel159 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
RakeRake65.5 degreeRake64.2 degree
TrailTrail102 mmTrail110 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble 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, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, 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 width190 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height50 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,100 mmLength2,275 mm
WidthWidth825 mmWidth910 mm
HeightHeight1,190 mmHeight1,484 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,560 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)235 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)216 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2023

A sports tourer of the old school. The Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX fulfils all the points you would expect from this bike category. Added to this is a comprehensive electronics package that offers everything you could wish for when travelling - and at no extra charge! The fact that the operation is perhaps not quite as intuitive as the competition already manages, is forgiven at the latest when you take a look at the price tag.

silky four-cylinder

comfortable yet sporty ergonomics

wind protection

standard electronics package

lots of stability thanks to full fairing

very accessible.

Engine needs revs

electronics could be more user-friendly

windshield only adjustable with two hands

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2022

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT

Price Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX

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