Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2018 vs. Yamaha Tenere 700 Rally Edition 2020

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2018

Yamaha Tenere 700 Rally Edition 2020

Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2018 vs Yamaha Tenere 700 Rally Edition 2020

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2018

Yamaha Tenere 700 Rally Edition 2020

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Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2018 compared to Yamaha Tenere 700 Rally Edition 2020

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2018

Yamaha Tenere 700 Rally Edition 2020

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2018

Yamaha Tenere 700 Rally Edition 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	81 mm	Bore	80 mm
Stroke	Stroke	62.6 mm	Stroke	65.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	71 HP	Engine power	73 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,800 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	62 Nm	Torque	68 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.2	Compression Ratio	11.5
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	645 ccm	Displacement	689 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Travel	Travel	150 mm	Travel	210 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Travel	Travel	159 mm	Travel	200 mm

Chassis

Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube	Frame type	Double cradle

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	310 mm	Diameter	282 mm

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	260 mm	Diameter	245 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 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	18 inch
Length	Length	2,275 mm	Length	2,365 mm
Width	Width	835 mm	Width	915 mm
Height	Height	1,405 mm	Height	1,455 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,560 mm	Wheelbase	1,590 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	830 mm	Seat Height	895 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2018

The V-Strom 650 XT may be getting on a bit, but it's still a good bike. Especially if you don't need a colour display and don't intend to leave the paved road. The 650 is an easy motorbike to ride and is hardly ever out of its depth. What's more, this model has already proven itself a zillion times over, which underlines its durability and longevity.

Simple, uncomplicated bike

proven technology

good price/performance ratio

Design and equipment are a bit outdated

very limited off-road capability

Yamaha Tenere 700 Rally Edition 2020

It's no secret that the Ténéré 700 impresses with its simple, solid design. With the special "Rally" model, the Japanese are upgrading the touring enduro, which is particularly popular with off-road fans, in precisely this direction. Dakar styling, robust protective elements and Akrapovic rear silencer really make a statement. Plus the familiar Ténéré virtues. Makes you want to go on a trip around the world.

High-torque, reliable engine

Robustness and simplicity

Sharp Dakar look

Playfully easy handling.

Hard seat

Seat height challenging for small riders