Suzuki V-Strom 800 2023 vs. Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 800 2023

Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 800 2023 compared to Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 800 2023

Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 800 2023

Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line crankpin offset	Engine type	In line crankpin offset
Bore	Bore	84 mm	Bore	81 mm
Stroke	Stroke	70 mm	Stroke	63.93 mm
Engine power	Engine power	83 HP	Engine power	80 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,250 rpm
Torque	Torque	78 Nm	Torque	70 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,800 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.8	Compression Ratio	13.5
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
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
Can be restricted for A2 licence	Can be restricted for A2 licence	Yes	Can be restricted for A2 licence	Yes
Displacement	Displacement	776 ccm	Displacement	659 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Showa	Brand	Kayaba
Travel	Travel	150 mm	Travel	240 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Brand	Brand	Showa	Brand	Kayaba
Travel	Travel	150 mm	Travel	240 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Rake	Rake	64 degree	Rake	63.3 degree
Trail	Trail	124 mm	Trail	113.3 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	310 mm	Diameter	300 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	260 mm	Diameter	260 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Length	Length	2,345 mm	Length	2,220 mm
Width	Width	975 mm	Width	965 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,515 mm	Wheelbase	1,525 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	825 mm	Seat Height	860 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	223 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	204 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	18 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2, A	License compliancy	A2, A
Range	Range	454 km	Range	450 km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	4.4 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	4 l/100km

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable	Equipment	LED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 800 2023

The V-Strom 800 surprises with a high level of comfort, superior handling and sensible features ex works. The Adventure and DE versions in particular demonstrate touring expertise with character. If you are on the road a lot and attach importance to overview, comfort and utility, this is the right bike for you.

Well thought-out ergonomics with a good overview in city and touring mode

practical suspension with easily adjustable preload

standard features (such as heated grips and panniers) ideal for frequent riders

good balance between comfort and control

Limited tilt angle

Engine mapping very cosy

Rather nervous at low revs

Rough quickshifter

Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022

All in all, the well-equipped Tuareg 660 from Aprilia is not only a great touring enduro in the truest sense of the word for 11,990 euros in Germany and 13,490 euros in Austria, but also - if you like - a "Tenere with everything". For this, you have to dig a little deeper into your pocket. But you will quickly become familiar with the more accessible Tuareg, which makes it a good choice for those looking for their first adventures off the beaten track - without boring experienced riders, quite the opposite. In any case, the Aprilia is an enrichment for the Sequment and a good option for those who do not want to do without electronic riding aids even on an off-road oriented Reissenduro.

Handling and ergonomics

Good chassis components with decent suspension travel

Driving modes well tuned or differences well noticeable

Traction control easily adjustable even while driving

Cruise control as standard

The good quickshifter is not standard

The smart white-blue-red colour variant "Indigo Tagelmust" is at extra cost

The wind protection could be better

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki V-Strom 800 vs Aprilia Tuareg 660

Price Suzuki V-Strom 800

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