Honda NC 750 X versus Suzuki V-Strom 650
Honda NC 750 X
Crossover
Suzuki V-Strom 650
Adventure
Year of construction / RRP / Test report
Built von 2014 bis 2025~
Built von 2005 bis 2025~
RRP 8.499 €
RRP 8.800 €
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Competitors
Pros:
- Practical storage compartment
- very accessible motorcycle
- Easy to use
- Good display with navigation connection via app
- nice sound
- more power than you expect
Pros:
- Comfort
- High-torque engine
- Suitable for everyday use
- Value for money
Cons:
- Windscreen not adjustable
- USB port not standard
- No turn signal reset
Cons:
- No need for mixed tyres
Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase: 1.525 mm
Length : 2.210 mm Height : 1.330 mm
Seat : 802 mm
Weight : 216 (max: 425 ) kg
Length : 2.210 mm Height : 1.330 mm
Seat : 802 mm
Weight : 216 (max: 425 ) kg
Wheelbase: 1.560 mm
Length : 2.275 mm Height : 1.405 mm
Seat : 830 mm until : 835 mm
Weight : 213 (max: 415 ) kg
Length : 2.275 mm Height : 1.405 mm
Seat : 830 mm until : 835 mm
Weight : 213 (max: 415 ) kg
Engine
Motor design: Number 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 745 ccm
Hub: 80 mm
Hole: 77 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 745 ccm
Hub: 80 mm
Hole: 77 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Motor design: V2 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 645 ccm
Hub: 63 mm
Hole: 81 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 645 ccm
Hub: 63 mm
Hole: 81 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Performance
Maximum speed: 173 km/h
Performance: 59 HP at 6.750 U/Min
Torque: 69 NM bei 4.750 U/Min Tank contents: 14 Litre
Consumption: 4 l
Reach: 403 km
Performance: 59 HP at 6.750 U/Min
Torque: 69 NM bei 4.750 U/Min Tank contents: 14 Litre
Consumption: 4 l
Reach: 403 km
Maximum speed: 185 km/h
Performance: 71 HP at 8.800 U/Min
Torque: 62 NM bei 6.500 U/Min Tank contents: 20 Litre
Consumption: 4 l
Reach: 488 km
Performance: 71 HP at 8.800 U/Min
Torque: 62 NM bei 6.500 U/Min Tank contents: 20 Litre
Consumption: 4 l
Reach: 488 km
Chassis
Frame type:
Tubular steel frame (steel) Front suspension:
Telescopic fork 41 mm (travel 120 mm) Rear suspension:
Central strut (travel 120 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 120/70-ZR17M/C
Rear tyres: 160/60-ZR17M/C
Tubular steel frame (steel) Front suspension:
Telescopic fork 41 mm (travel 120 mm) Rear suspension:
Central strut (travel 120 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 120/70-ZR17M/C
Rear tyres: 160/60-ZR17M/C
Frame type:
Bridges (bridge frame aluminum) Front suspension:
Telescopic fork 43 mm (travel 150 mm) Rear suspension:
Central strut (travel 159 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 19 M/C x MT 2.50 110/80R19 M/C 59V
Rear tyres: 150/70 R 17
Bridges (bridge frame aluminum) Front suspension:
Telescopic fork 43 mm (travel 150 mm) Rear suspension:
Central strut (travel 159 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 19 M/C x MT 2.50 110/80R19 M/C 59V
Rear tyres: 150/70 R 17
Brakes
Front brake
Double disc with radially mounted two-piston brake calipers (∅ 296 mm) Rear brake
Single disc with single-piston brake caliper (∅ 240 mm)
Double disc with radially mounted two-piston brake calipers (∅ 296 mm) Rear brake
Single disc with single-piston brake caliper (∅ 240 mm)
Front brake
Double disc (∅ 310 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 260 mm)
Double disc (∅ 310 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 260 mm)
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Companion for every day
The bottom line is that there is a clear thumbs up for the Suzuki V-Strom 650. At 8,390 euros, it is an all-round successful bike with very good manners, can be used everywhere and is fully suitable for travel.
Suzuki remains true to its reputation for building underrated bikes. Our recommendation for all those who are looking for a fully everyday bike with a very good price-performance ratio: Ride it absolutely test. Rarely has had so much fun with so little effort.
The test bike was provided to us by M.A.S. in Wilster.
