Suzuki V-Strom 650 versus Kawasaki Versys 650
Suzuki V-Strom 650
Adventure
Kawasaki Versys 650
Crossover
Year of construction / RRP / Test report
Built von 2005 bis 2024~
Built von 2007 bis 2024~
RRP 8.800 €
RRP 8.745 €
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Competitors
Pros:
- Comfort
- High-torque engine
- Suitable for everyday use
- Value for money
Pros:
- Very comfortable travel steamer
- Easy to use without a lot of bells and whistles
- Really good brakes!
- Stable, confidence-inspiring handling
- Large tank, low consumption, long range
Cons:
- No need for mixed tyres
Cons:
- Performance for two with luggage a bit scarce
- No cruise control available
Dimensions & Weight
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
Wheelbase: 1.415 mm
Length : 2.165 mm Height : 1.400 mm
Seat : 845 mm
Weight : 219 (max: 429 ) kg
Length : 2.165 mm Height : 1.400 mm
Seat : 845 mm
Weight : 219 (max: 429 ) kg
Engine
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
Motor design: Liquid-cooled four-stroke in-line two-cylinder 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 649 ccm
Hub: 60 mm
Hole: 83 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 649 ccm
Hub: 60 mm
Hole: 83 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Performance
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
Maximum speed: 190 km/h
Performance: 67 HP at 8.500 U/Min
Torque: 61 NM bei 7.000 U/Min Tank contents: 21 Litre
Consumption: 5 l
Reach: 467 km
Performance: 67 HP at 8.500 U/Min
Torque: 61 NM bei 7.000 U/Min Tank contents: 21 Litre
Consumption: 5 l
Reach: 467 km
Chassis
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
Frame type:
Bridge frame (steel) Front suspension:
41 mm upside-down telescopic fork (travel 150 mm) Rear suspension:
Horizontal back-link gas pressure shock absorber with remote access hydraulically adjustable spring base (travel 145 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 120/70ZR17M/C (58W)
Rear tyres: 160/60ZR17M/C (69W)
Bridge frame (steel) Front suspension:
41 mm upside-down telescopic fork (travel 150 mm) Rear suspension:
Horizontal back-link gas pressure shock absorber with remote access hydraulically adjustable spring base (travel 145 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 120/70ZR17M/C (58W)
Rear tyres: 160/60ZR17M/C (69W)
Brakes
Front brake
Double disc (∅ 310 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 260 mm)
Double disc (∅ 310 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 260 mm)
Front brake
Double Petal brake discs (∅ 300 mm) Rear brake
Single Petal brake disc (∅ 250 mm)
Double Petal brake discs (∅ 300 mm) Rear brake
Single Petal brake disc (∅ 250 mm)
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.
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