Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2012 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012

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Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2012 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2012

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	74.5 mm	Bore	81 mm
Stroke	Stroke	57.3 mm	Stroke	62.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	185 HP	Engine power	67 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	12,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,800 rpm
Torque	Torque	116.7 Nm	Torque	60 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	10,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,400 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.8	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	999 ccm	Displacement	645 ccm

Suspension Front

Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload

Suspension Rear

Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload

Chassis

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

Brakes Front

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

Brakes Rear

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

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	80 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	190 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	50 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,045 mm	Length	2,290 mm
Width	Width	710 mm	Width	840 mm
Height	Height	1,130 mm	Height	1,390 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,405 mm	Wheelbase	1,555 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	810 mm	Seat Height	820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	22 l
Top Speed	Top Speed	295 km/h	Top Speed	180 km/h
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2012

It may well be that the market for 1000cc superbikes is shrinking, and it may also be true that the current price structure reserves this motorbike category for a very elite class. But for those who value the greatest possible acceleration and the highest fun factor, the Suzi is a comparatively good value.

Pleasant, cosy engine

powerful transmission

sporty, comfortable seating

light-footed handling

well-tuned chassis.

Radically close-cut geometries

technically somewhat improvable.

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