Suzuki V-Strom 650 versus Kawasaki Versys 650

Make
Model
Make
Model
Make
Model
Suzuki

Suzuki V-Strom 650

Adventure
Kawasaki

Kawasaki Versys 650

Crossover

Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2005 bis 2024~
Built von 2007 bis 2024~
RRP 8.800 €
RRP 9.145 €
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Pros:
  • Comfort
  • High-torque engine
  • Suitable for everyday use
  • Value for money
Pros:
Cons:
  • No need for mixed tyres
Cons:

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
Wheelbase: 1.415 mm
Length :
2.165 mm Height : 1.400 mm
Seat :
845 mm
Weight :
219 kg

Engine

Motor design: V2 2 Cylinder
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

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
Maximum speed: 189 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:
466 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
Frame type:
Diamond 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)
Front brake
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.

Price / Availability / Colours / Years of Construction

  • Price: 8.390€
  • Used (3 years old): 6.600€
  • Years of construction: since 2017
  • Availability: good
  • Colours: red, yellow, black, blue