Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2012 vs. Honda CB650F 2014

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2012

Honda CB650F 2014

Technical Specifications Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2012 compared to Honda CB650F 2014

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2012

Honda CB650F 2014

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2012

Honda CB650F 2014

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	81 mm	Bore	67 mm
Stroke	Stroke	62.6 mm	Stroke	46 mm
Engine power	Engine power	72 HP	Engine power	87 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,400 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	11,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	64 Nm	Torque	63 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,400 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.5	Compression Ratio	11.4
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	4
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Displacement	Displacement	645 ccm	Displacement	649 ccm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	160 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,130 mm	Length	2,110 mm
Width	Width	760 mm	Width	775 mm
Height	Height	1,080 mm	Height	1,120 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,445 mm	Wheelbase	1,450 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	785 mm	Seat Height	810 mm
Kerb Weight	Kerb Weight	202 kg	Kerb Weight	200 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	14.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17.3 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2012

The Suzuki Gladius SFV 650 is an honest, easy-to-understand bike with a strong confidence factor. It does not impress with extremes, but with its balance, suitability for everyday use and an engine that loses none of its charm even after years. A bike that gives pleasure for a lengthy period of time without demanding or boring its rider.

Good-natured and predictable engine character

very easy and intuitive handling

stable and neutral suspension in everyday and country road use

low seat height and balanced ergonomics

reliable and easy to modulate brakes

high confidence building for beginners and returners

durable transmission with robust base

Tightly padded seat on longer lengths

shock limited on bad roads and sporty riding style

feedback on rough bumps partly direct to the rider

standard suspension with limited adjustability

Honda CB650F 2014

The look is successful, the brakes surprisingly powerful, the chassis an impeccable compromise and the engine a smooth and confident comrade. For this coherent and high-quality combination, the introductory price of just under 8,000 euros is acceptable.

Excellent braking manoeuvres possible

successful, sporty appearance

upright, comfortable seating position.

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Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius vs Honda CB650F

Price Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius

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