Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 650 2022

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2022

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 2022

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019
Suzuki V-Strom 650 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore77 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke62.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power142 HPEngine power71 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpm
TorqueTorque111 NmTorque62 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,300 rpmRpm at Torque6,300 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio11.2
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
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement645 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel150 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel144 mmTravel159 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
RakeRake65.5 degreeRake64 degree
TrailTrail102 mmTrail110 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFloating caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height50 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,100 mmLength2,275 mm
WidthWidth790 mmWidth835 mm
HeightHeight1,185 mmHeight1,405 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,560 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)235 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)213 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019

The nakedbike genes of the original Z1000 have fortunately been retained in the right areas, but the bike has been consistently tuned for touring suitability. An adapted seating position with a clearly comfortable seat (also and especially for the pillion rider), a finely controllable engine and sufficient wind protection provide the optimal basis for long, extensive and not least sporty rides. The rather compact knee angle might cause some of you to take an early break on long rides. In return, however, you get an upright riding position in which you can freely develop your upper body. The Z1000SX is a reduced to the essential touring bike with a top price-performance ratio! One thing in particular stood out: you don't always have to have all the electronic "helpers" on board to create a sporty bike that rides very well - a TOP sports tourer at a favourable price compared to the other two bikes!

Noticeable increase in power compared to the Versys 1000

Sensitive in-line four-cylinder that can be dosed in a controlled manner

The price-performance winner among the tested sports touring bikes

Ideal compromise between sportiness and touring capabilities

Electronically rather rudimentary

instruments not optimally readable in direct sunlight

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2022

The small V-Strom 650 is not only visually close to the big V-Strom 1000 with its pronounced duckbill, stacked headlights and extensive instruments. The equipment does not correspond at all to what is understood by "cheap entry": traction control, lively Euro4 engine, harmonious handling and additional techno-gadgets such as Low RPM Assist or Suzuki Easy Start System. To the delight of the customers, the price is kept within reasonable limits.

Lively, economical engine

balanced handling

good wind protection

traction control and ABS as standard

looks in the style of its big sister

extensive instrumentation with gear indicator

12-volt socket in the cockpit area

good price.

Traction control in mode 2 very restrictive

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z1000SX vs Suzuki V-Strom 650

Price Kawasaki Z1000SX

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