Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC 2023 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC 2023

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021

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Technical Specifications Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC 2023 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC 2023
Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn line crankpin offsetEngine typeV
BoreBore97.6 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke80 mmStroke62.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power90 HPEngine power71 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpm
TorqueTorque110 NmTorque62 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque4,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11 Compression Ratio11.2
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,200 ccmDisplacement645 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter45 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel200 mmTravel150 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel200 mmTravel159 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTwin Tube
RakeRake25.8 degreeRake64 degree
TrailTrail121 mmTrail110 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter255 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,285 mmLength2,275 mm
WidthWidth840 mmWidth835 mm
HeightHeight1,200 mmHeight1,405 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,530 mmWheelbase1,560 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)230 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)216 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC 2023

Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT

Price Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC

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Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT

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