Kawasaki Versys 1000 2013 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 650 2013

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2013

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2013

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2013

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2013

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Overview - Kawasaki Versys 1000 2013 vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 2013

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2013

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2013

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2013

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2013

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 1000 2013 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 2013

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2013
Suzuki V-Strom 650 2013

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore77 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke62.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power118 HPEngine power67 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpm
TorqueTorque102 NmTorque60 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,700 rpmRpm at Torque6,400 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.3 Compression Ratio11.5
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement645 ccm

Suspension Front

AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

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 width180 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,235 mmLength2,290 mm
WidthWidth900 mmWidth840 mm
HeightHeight1,405 mmHeight1,390 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,520 mmWheelbase1,555 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height845 mmSeat Height820 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)239 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)220 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity22 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2013

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2013

With no other Bigenduro can you ride so hard on the knee and therefore end up way ahead on the grid. If you often feel attacked on your holiday trip, you should fight back with the Versys 1000. Which proves that big enduros and four-cylinders do get along.

Silky running powerplant

sporty, comfortable chassis

efficient wind protection

cushioned seat.

Slight tipping in curves takes some getting used to

arguable design

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2013

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2013

Like the Kawasaki Versys, the small V-Strom is getting on a bit. The 1000 is so well done and easy to ride that you should consider taking the "big one" right away. In terms of versatility, however, the 650 is in no way inferior to the big V-Strom, and at a much lower price. But we wouldn't take it to the racetrack any more. And of course it has to cope with a heavy load more than a motorbike with 100+ hp.

Full torque

good sound

large tank

relaxed seating position

somewhat old-fashioned look

narrow handlebars

sluggish in bends

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 1000 vs Suzuki V-Strom 650

Price Kawasaki Versys 1000

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Price Suzuki V-Strom 650

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