Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023 vs. BMW R 1250 GS 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023 vs BMW R 1250 GS 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

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Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023 compared to BMW R 1250 GS 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	Boxer
Bore	Bore	81 mm	Bore	102.5 mm
Stroke	Stroke	62.6 mm	Stroke	76 mm
Engine power	Engine power	71 HP	Engine power	136 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,800 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	62 Nm	Torque	143 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,300 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.2	Compression Ratio	12.5
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Prop shaft
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-air
Can be restricted for A2 licence	Can be restricted for A2 licence	Yes	Can be restricted for A2 licence	Yes
Displacement	Displacement	645 ccm	Displacement	1,254 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telelever
Diameter	Diameter	43 mm	Diameter	37 mm
Travel	Travel	150 mm	Travel	190 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Single swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	159 mm	Travel	200 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube	Frame type	Load-bearing engine
Rake	Rake	64.2 degree	Rake	62.9 degree
Trail	Trail	110 mm	Trail	109 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	310 mm	Diameter	305 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	260 mm	Diameter	276 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Anti-slipping control, Hill start assist, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control

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	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	170 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,275 mm	Length	2,207 mm
Width	Width	910 mm	Width	952.5 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,560 mm	Wheelbase	1,525 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	815 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Seat Height up to	Seat Height up to	855 mm	Seat Height up to	870 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	216 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	249 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l
Top Speed	Top Speed	185 km/h	Top Speed	200 km/h
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A
Range	Range	476 km	Range	421 km
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	100 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	110 g/km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	4.2 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	4.75 l/100km
Stationary noise	Stationary noise	86 dB	Stationary noise	88 dB

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

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

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

The BMW R 1250 GS presents itself as a very complete motorbike even in 2022. Confident and well-balanced, it convinces on intensive rides. The motorbike scores points with its wonderful engine, great ergonomics and practical riding aids including great app integration. However, in direct comparison with other touring enduros in the top league, it is now showing its first weaknesses in terms of equipment and the components installed. However, the 136 hp from the boxer engine is convincing in every situation.

Extremely torquey boxer engine

Comfortable seating position, suitable for long distances

Great app integration

Sophisticated operating concept

Great ergonomics

Many customisation options

Great handling with strong confidence in the front

Easy driveability.

Shifting is awkward at low revs

seat too lax

brakes and suspension no longer on a par with the strong competition.