Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023 vs. Suzuki GSX 650 F 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

Suzuki GSX 650 F 2012

Suzuki GSX 650 F 2012

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Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023 compared to Suzuki GSX 650 F 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023
Suzuki GSX 650 F 2012

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore81 mmBore65.5 mm
StrokeStroke62.6 mmStroke48.7 mm
Engine powerEngine power71 HPEngine power85 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,500 rpm
TorqueTorque62 NmTorque61.5 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,300 rpmRpm at Torque8,900 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.2 Compression Ratio11.5
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
DisplacementDisplacement645 ccmDisplacement656 ccm

Suspension Front

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeDouble cradle

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,275 mmLength2,130 mm
WidthWidth910 mmWidth760 mm
HeightHeight1,484 mmHeight1,235 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,560 mmWheelbase1,470 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height770 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l
Top SpeedTop Speed185 km/hTop Speed205 km/h
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

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

Suzuki GSX 650 F 2012

Suzuki GSX 650 F 2012

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT vs Suzuki GSX 650 F

Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT

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Price Suzuki GSX 650 F

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