Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012 vs. BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

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Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012 vs BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012 compared to BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012
BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore81 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke62.6 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power67 HPEngine power105 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque60 NmTorque115 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,400 rpmRpm at Torque5,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio12
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement645 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,290 mmLength2,240 mm
WidthWidth840 mmWidth990 mm
HeightHeight1,390 mmHeight1,525 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,555 mmWheelbase1,510 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height910 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity22 lFuel Tank Capacity33 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012

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

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

In the last 30 years of its development, the GS has learned everything you need to know to remain the best-selling motorbike over 500 cubic metres for years - worldwide!

easy to ride

33-litre tank

ergonomics

brakes

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Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 vs BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

Price Suzuki V-Strom 650

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