Suzuki SV 650 2023 vs. Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2023

Suzuki SV 650 2023

Suzuki SV 650 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2023

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Overview - Suzuki SV 650 2023 vs Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2023

Suzuki SV 650 2023

Suzuki SV 650 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2023

Technical Specifications Suzuki SV 650 2023 compared to Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2023

Suzuki SV 650 2023
Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore81 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke62.6 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power73 HPEngine power142 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque64 NmTorque111 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,800 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.2 Compression Ratio11.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement645 ccmDisplacement1,043 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel125 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel130 mmTravel144 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
RakeRake65 degreeRake65.5 degree
TrailTrail106 mmTrail102 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter290 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter250 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height50 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,140 mmLength2,100 mm
WidthWidth760 mmWidth825 mm
HeightHeight1,090 mmHeight1,190 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,445 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height785 mmSeat Height835 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)200 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)235 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14.5 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2, ALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki SV 650 2023

Suzuki SV 650 2023

The Suzuki SV 650 has been on the market for 25 years, longer than any other motorbike. The engine has been updated to Euro5 and is now even more mature, which clearly fits in with the rest of the package. The SV 650 doesn't want to scare anyone, especially beginners. The chassis makes a solid, unagitated impression, the brakes require a lot of manual force to prevent unexpected overbraking. The look is timeless on the one hand, but on the other hand some components are really a bit outdated. On the other hand, the price is fair, as usual for Suzuki.

Last V2 powerplant in the class

beginner-friendly seating position

easy handling, timeless look

Brake requires manual force

no electronics on board apart from ABS

instruments moderately readable

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2023

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2023

A sports tourer of the old school. The Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX fulfils all the points you would expect from this bike category. Added to this is a comprehensive electronics package that offers everything you could wish for when travelling - and at no extra charge! The fact that the operation is perhaps not quite as intuitive as the competition already manages, is forgiven at the latest when you take a look at the price tag.

silky four-cylinder

comfortable yet sporty ergonomics

wind protection

standard electronics package

lots of stability thanks to full fairing

very accessible.

Engine needs revs

electronics could be more user-friendly

windshield only adjustable with two hands

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki SV 650 vs Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX

Price Suzuki SV 650

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