Yamaha Tracer 700 versus Suzuki V-Strom 650

Make
Model
Make
Model
Make
Model
Yamaha

Yamaha Tracer 700

Crossover
Suzuki

Suzuki V-Strom 650

Adventure

Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2016 bis 2020
Built von 2005 bis 2024~
RRP 8.499 €
RRP 8.800 €
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Pros:
  • Engine
  • Processing
  • Comfort
  • Complete package
Pros:
  • Comfort
  • High-torque engine
  • Suitable for everyday use
  • Value for money
Cons:
  • Windscreen small
Cons:
  • No need for mixed tyres

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase: 1.404 mm
Length :
2.138 mm Height : 1.270 mm
Seat :
835 mm
Weight :
196 kg
Wheelbase: 1.560 mm
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: 689 ccm
Hub: 69 mm
Hole: 80 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

Performance

Maximum speed: 200 km/h
Performance: 75 HP at 9.000 U/Min
Torque: 68 NM bei 6.500 U/Min
Tank contents: 17 Litre
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

Chassis

Rear suspension:
Mono strut (travel 130 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm
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

Brakes

Front brake
Double disc ( 282 mm) Rear brake
Disc ( 245 mm)
Front brake
Double disc ( 310 mm) Rear brake
Disc ( 260 mm)

Simply good

Even at the end of our extremely enjoyable test kilometres, the conclusion remains the same: This is a good motorcycle. Suitable for everyday use, on long-haul flights, neither wind pressure nor an extreme knee angle, comfortable bench or operation that solves puzzles are annoying.

The Yamaha Tracer 700 is easy, fluffy and controlled. Yamaha. This is true, and this should come as little surprise, for the experienced and high-quality workmanship.

If you want to upgrade your tracer at the factory, you have a choice of various accessories and four packages. The range ranges from the larger windshield, sports exhaust to various containers and bags. But then there is an end to cheap: Full equipment raises the price to more than 12,000 euros.

The test bike was provided to us by Tecius & Reimers in Hamburg.

Tools:

Travel package€1248.95

Suitcase set

High windshield

Comfort bench

USB connection in the cockpit

 

Weekend package€772.95

ABS soft bags

High windshield

Tankpad

USB connection in the cockpit

 

Urban Package€439.95

USB connection in the cockpit

Luggage rack

Top Case

Backrest Sonzius

 

Sports Package419.95€

Short license plate holder

Guard

Price / Availability / Colours / Years of Construction

  • Price: 8.499€
  • Used (3 years old): 5,700€
  • Years of construction: since 2020
  • Availability: good
  • Colours: icon grey, sonic grey, phantom blue

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