Voge DS 625 X versus Suzuki V-Strom 650
Voge DS 625 X
Adventure
Suzuki V-Strom 650
Adventure
Year of construction / RRP / Test report
Built von 2025 bis 2025~
Built von 2005 bis 2025~
RRP 6.699 €
RRP 8.800 €
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Competitors
Pros:
- adjustable suspension from Kayaba
- Balanced handling
- Mixed tyres from Metzeler also suitable for light terrain
- nice twin sound
- Good standard equipment
- Cheap case set with top case available
- fantastic value for money!
Pros:
- Comfort
- High-torque engine
- Suitable for everyday use
- Value for money
Cons:
- Low payload
- No automatic turn signal reset
- No cruise control
- Disc can only be adjusted when stationary
Cons:
- No need for mixed tyres
Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase: 1.465 mm
Length : 2.230 mm Height : 1.395 mm
Seat : 845 mm
Weight : 222 (max: 385 ) kg
Length : 2.230 mm Height : 1.395 mm
Seat : 845 mm
Weight : 222 (max: 385 ) 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: Reihentwin 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 581 ccm
Hub: 64 mm
Hole: 76 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 581 ccm
Hub: 64 mm
Hole: 76 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: 180 km/h
Performance: 64 HP at 9.000 U/Min
Torque: 57 NM bei 6.500 U/Min Tank contents: 18 Litre
Consumption: 4 l
Reach: 463 km
Performance: 64 HP at 9.000 U/Min
Torque: 57 NM bei 6.500 U/Min Tank contents: 18 Litre
Consumption: 4 l
Reach: 463 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:
Kayaba 41mm up-side-down fork, fully adjustable (travel 174 mm) Rear suspension:
Central shock absorber, spring preload adjustable (travel 181 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 110/80-19
Rear tyres: 150/70-17
Tubular steel frame (steel) Front suspension:
Kayaba 41mm up-side-down fork, fully adjustable (travel 174 mm) Rear suspension:
Central shock absorber, spring preload adjustable (travel 181 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 110/80-19
Rear tyres: 150/70-17
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
2 Wave brake discs ø 298 mm with ABS (∅ 298 mm) Rear brake
1 Wave brake disc ø 240 mm with ABS (∅ 240 mm)
2 Wave brake discs ø 298 mm with ABS (∅ 298 mm) Rear brake
1 Wave brake disc ø 240 mm with ABS (∅ 240 mm)
Front brake
Double disc (∅ 310 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 260 mm)
Double disc (∅ 310 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 260 mm)
Result
Strong, what Voge can do with the DS 625 X for less than 7,000 euros (gross incl. transfer). This adventure bike is made of high quality and offers a lot of good hardware: e.g. an adjustable suspension from Kayaba, Nissin brakes and Metzeler tires - just to name a few things. So the equipment is good and Voge has also thought of a very respectable top-loader pannier set including a top case for only 1,299 euros.If you're worried that you're standing in front of some Billo bike from China, we can reassure you: The Voge DS 625 X is really well made and offers many pleasing details that are often only available from the competition for an extra charge. Would you like some examples? Engine guard, aluminum engine guard, fog auxiliary lights, tire pressure monitoring, running light indicators, center stand, hand guards, illuminated switches ... everything on board in series - for less than 7,000 euros.
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.
