Suzuki SV 650 2023 vs. BMW F 900 XR 2020

Suzuki SV 650 2023

BMW F 900 XR 2020

Overview - Suzuki SV 650 2023 vs BMW F 900 XR 2020

Suzuki SV 650 2023

BMW F 900 XR 2020

Technical Specifications Suzuki SV 650 2023 compared to BMW F 900 XR 2020

Suzuki SV 650 2023

BMW F 900 XR 2020

Suzuki SV 650 2023

BMW F 900 XR 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	81 mm	Bore	86 mm
Stroke	Stroke	62.6 mm	Stroke	77 mm
Engine power	Engine power	73 HP	Engine power	105 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	64 Nm	Torque	92 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,800 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.2	Compression Ratio	13.1
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
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	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	645 ccm	Displacement	895 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	43 mm
Travel	Travel	125 mm	Travel	170 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	130 mm	Travel	172 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Twin Tube, Load-bearing engine
Rake	Rake	65 degree	Rake	60.5 degree
Trail	Trail	106 mm	Trail	105.2 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	290 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes

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	2,140 mm	Length	2,140 mm
Width	Width	760 mm	Width	815 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,445 mm	Wheelbase	1,518 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	785 mm	Seat Height	815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	200 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	211 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	14.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	15.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2, A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki SV 650 2023

The Suzuki SV 650 has been on the market for 25 years, longer than any other motorbike. The engine has been updated to Euro5 and is now even more mature, which clearly fits in with the rest of the package. The SV 650 doesn't want to scare anyone, especially beginners. The chassis makes a solid, unagitated impression, the brakes require a lot of manual force to prevent unexpected overbraking. The look is timeless on the one hand, but on the other hand some components are really a bit outdated. On the other hand, the price is fair, as usual for Suzuki.

Last V2 powerplant in the class

beginner-friendly seating position

easy handling, timeless look

Brake requires manual force

no electronics on board apart from ABS

instruments moderately readable

BMW F 900 XR 2020

The new BMW F 900 XR proves that it now needs no more than the middle class. With 105 hp, you are never underpowered in any situation and the two-cylinder offers enough elasticity to be both relaxed and very sporty on the road. Its solid quality and proven high-volume technology of the F 850 series make it a perfect companion if you want to be sporty on the road with a high level of comfort. As a basis, the equipment is sufficient, but the BMW accessories programme gives enough options to put together your dream motorbike (recommendation: Gearshift Assistant Pro!).

Resilient and powerful engine

Variable ergonomics

Sufficient wind protection

Great Brembo brakes

Stylish looks

Wide range of accessories

Behavioural sound

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