Kawasaki Versys 650 2017 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 650 2016

Kawasaki Versys 650 2017

Kawasaki Versys 650 2017

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2016

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2016

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Overview - Kawasaki Versys 650 2017 vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 2016

Kawasaki Versys 650 2017

Kawasaki Versys 650 2017

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2016

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2016

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 650 2017 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 2016

Kawasaki Versys 650 2017
Suzuki V-Strom 650 2016

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore83 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke62.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power69 HPEngine power67 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpm
TorqueTorque64 NmTorque60 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,400 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio11.5
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement645 ccm

Suspension Front

AdjustmentAdjustmentReboundAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentReboundAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,165 mmLength2,290 mm
WidthWidth840 mmWidth840 mm
HeightHeight1,400 mmHeight1,390 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,415 mmWheelbase1,555 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height820 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)216 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)215 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 650 2017

Kawasaki Versys 650 2017

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2016

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2016

Like the Kawasaki Versys, the small V-Strom is getting on a bit. The 1000 is so well done and easy to ride that you should consider taking the "big one" right away. In terms of versatility, however, the 650 is in no way inferior to the big V-Strom, and at a much lower price. But we wouldn't take it to the racetrack any more. And of course it has to cope with a heavy load more than a motorbike with 100+ hp.

Full torque

good sound

large tank

relaxed seating position

somewhat old-fashioned look

narrow handlebars

sluggish in bends

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 650 vs Suzuki V-Strom 650

Price Kawasaki Versys 650

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Price Suzuki V-Strom 650

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