Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012 vs. KTM 790 Adventure 2019

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012

KTM 790 Adventure 2019

KTM 790 Adventure 2019

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Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012 vs KTM 790 Adventure 2019

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012

KTM 790 Adventure 2019

KTM 790 Adventure 2019

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012 compared to KTM 790 Adventure 2019

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012
KTM 790 Adventure 2019

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore81 mmBore88 mm
StrokeStroke62.6 mmStroke65.7 mm
Engine powerEngine power67 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque60 NmTorque88 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,400 rpmRpm at Torque6,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio12.7
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
DisplacementDisplacement645 ccmDisplacement799 ccm

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTwin-SparFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,555 mmWheelbase1,509 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height830 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity22 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012

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

KTM 790 Adventure 2019

KTM 790 Adventure 2019

In my eyes, the KTM is the sportiest of all mid-range touring enduros. If you are looking for a touring machine that is brutally nippy on road and off-road, you will find it here. At the same time, however, the chassis and engine offer sufficient comfort and good manners to keep the rider from going mad even on longer liaison stages.

Engine with manners AND character

Enormously high chassis stability

Brakes without reproach

Tremendous off-road capabilities

Low average consumption.

Unattractive surcharge policy

original seat not optimally shaped

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 vs KTM 790 Adventure

Price Suzuki V-Strom 650

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Price KTM 790 Adventure

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