Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2016 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2016

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Overview - Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2016 vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2016

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Technical Specifications Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2016 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2016

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2016

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	81 mm	Bore	81 mm
Stroke	Stroke	62.6 mm	Stroke	62.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	72 HP	Engine power	67 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,400 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,800 rpm
Torque	Torque	64 Nm	Torque	60 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,400 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,400 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.5	Compression Ratio	11.5
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Displacement	Displacement	645 ccm	Displacement	645 ccm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Twin-Spar

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	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	80 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	160 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,130 mm	Length	2,290 mm
Width	Width	760 mm	Width	840 mm
Height	Height	1,080 mm	Height	1,390 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,445 mm	Wheelbase	1,555 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	785 mm	Seat Height	820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	14.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	22 l
Top Speed	Top Speed	200 km/h	Top Speed	180 km/h
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2016

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

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

A very well-equipped Suzuki, the likes of which you don't see every day. From the extensively integrated electronics to the pleasant riding experience, you basically have everything you need for motorcycling.

Relatively low overall weight

pleasant sound

positive ergonomics and seat comfort

strong, well-controllable brakes

ABS

well equipped.

The engine does tend to slow down with a passenger on long journeys.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius vs Suzuki V-Strom 650

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