Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2022

Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012 vs Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2022

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Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	81 mm	Bore	100 mm
Stroke	Stroke	62.6 mm	Stroke	66 mm
Engine power	Engine power	67 HP	Engine power	107 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,800 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	60 Nm	Torque	100 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,400 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.5	Compression Ratio	11.5
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Displacement	Displacement	645 ccm	Displacement	1,037 ccm

Suspension Front

Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Twin-Spar	Frame type	Twin Tube

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	80 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,290 mm	Length	2,265 mm
Width	Width	840 mm	Width	870 mm
Height	Height	1,390 mm	Height	1,515 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,555 mm	Wheelbase	1,555 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	820 mm	Seat Height	855 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	220 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	236 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	22 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

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

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2022

In 2020, the V-Strom was improved in a number of ways. The look now fits the great motorbike better and also exudes more attention to detail. The heart of the bike, the engine, is still just as much fun as before. A great power unit! It doesn't overtax, but provides a lot of riding pleasure! It is suitable for everyday use, but also offers a lot of charisma!

Great V2 engine that is completely convincing in practice

good wind protection

pleasant seating comfort

great long-distance capability.

Deficits in the equipment - some details from the XT are unfortunately missed