Suzuki V-Strom 650 2014 vs. BMW K 1200 R 2009

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2014

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2014

BMW K 1200 R 2009

BMW K 1200 R 2009

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Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 650 2014 vs BMW K 1200 R 2009

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2014

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2014

BMW K 1200 R 2009

BMW K 1200 R 2009

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 2014 compared to BMW K 1200 R 2009

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2014
BMW K 1200 R 2009

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore81 mmBore79 mm
StrokeStroke62.6 mmStroke59 mm
Engine powerEngine power67 HPEngine power163 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,250 rpm
TorqueTorque60 NmTorque127 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,400 rpmRpm at Torque8,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio13
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
DisplacementDisplacement645 ccmDisplacement1.157 ccm

Suspension Front

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentRebound

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentRebound

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin-SparFrame typeTwin Tube, Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height820 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity22 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2014

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2014

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

BMW K 1200 R 2009

BMW K 1200 R 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 vs BMW K 1200 R

Price Suzuki V-Strom 650

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Price BMW K 1200 R

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