Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023 vs. CFMOTO 800MT Explore 2024

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

CFMOTO 800MT Explore 2024

CFMOTO 800MT Explore 2024

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Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023 compared to CFMOTO 800MT Explore 2024

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023
CFMOTO 800MT Explore 2024
Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023
Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023
CFMOTO 800MT Explore 2024
CFMOTO 800MT Explore 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
Engine powerEngine power71 HPEngine power93.8 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,250 rpm
TorqueTorque62 NmTorque75 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,300 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
DisplacementDisplacement645 ccmDisplacement799 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Chassis

RakeRake64.2 degreeRake35 degree

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter260 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cruise control, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,275 mmLength2,234 mm
WidthWidth910 mmWidth853 mm
HeightHeight1,484 mmHeight1,277 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,560 mmWheelbase1,531 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height825 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)216 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)225 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l

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

CFMOTO 800MT Explore 2024

CFMOTO 800MT Explore 2024

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT vs CFMOTO 800MT Explore

Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT

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Price CFMOTO 800MT Explore

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