Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011 vs. Honda CB650R 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Honda CB650R 2023

Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011 vs Honda CB650R 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Honda CB650R 2023

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Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011 compared to Honda CB650R 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Honda CB650R 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Honda CB650R 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	81 mm	Bore	67 mm
Stroke	Stroke	62.6 mm	Stroke	46 mm
Engine power	Engine power	67 HP	Engine power	95 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,800 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	12,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	60 Nm	Torque	63 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,400 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.5	Compression Ratio	11.6
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	649 ccm

Suspension Rear

Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel
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	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,290 mm	Length	2,120 mm
Width	Width	840 mm	Width	750 mm
Height	Height	1,390 mm	Height	1,150 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,555 mm	Wheelbase	1,450 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	820 mm	Seat Height	810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	220 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	202.5 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	22 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	15.4 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

A very well-equipped Suzuki, the likes of which you don't see every day. From the extensively integrated electronics to the pleasant riding experience, you basically have everything you need for motorcycling.

Relatively low overall weight

pleasant sound

positive ergonomics and seat comfort

strong, well-controllable brakes

ABS

well equipped.

The engine does tend to slow down with a passenger on long journeys.

Honda CB650R 2023

Honda's CB650R proves brilliantly that four-cylinder naked bikes with little displacement are also a real source of joy on the country road. The engine tuning provides enough pressure from the hairpin bend and rewards with a wonderful four-cylinder shriek after a short wait. The chassis components offer a solid balance between everyday life and sportiness.

engine with good revving

adequate power

sporty seating position

wide handlebars

comfortable for everyday use

somewhat sluggish

display functional, but not exciting