Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2020 vs. Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2019

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2020

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2019

Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2020 vs Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2019

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2020

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2019

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2020 compared to Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2019

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2020

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2019

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2020

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	100 mm	Bore	88.9 mm
Stroke	Stroke	66 mm	Stroke	96.8 mm
Engine power	Engine power	107 HP	Engine power	68 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	6,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	100 Nm	Torque	96 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	3,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.5	Compression Ratio	10
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Belt
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	5
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	2
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	OHV
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	Air
Displacement	Displacement	1,037 ccm	Displacement	1,202 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	43 mm	Diameter	39 mm
Travel	Travel	160 mm	Travel	92 mm

Suspension Rear

Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Dual Shock
Travel	Travel	160 mm	Travel	41 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube	Frame type	Double cradle
Rake	Rake	64.7 degree	Rake	30 degree
Trail	Trail	109 mm	Trail	117 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Single disk
Diameter	Diameter	310 mm	Diameter	300 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	260 mm	Diameter	260 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	100 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	90 %
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	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch
Length	Length	2,265 mm	Length	2,200 mm
Width	Width	870 mm	Width	915 mm
Height	Height	1,515 mm	Height	1,240 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,555 mm	Wheelbase	1,515 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	855 mm	Seat Height	735 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	236 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	256 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	12.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2020

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

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron 2019

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki V-Strom 1050 vs Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200NS Iron

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