Suzuki V-Strom 650 2010 vs. Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2010

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

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Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 2010 compared to Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2010

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2010

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	81 mm	Bore	84 mm
Stroke	Stroke	62.6 mm	Stroke	70 mm
Engine power	Engine power	67 HP	Engine power	83 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,800 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	60 Nm	Torque	78 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,400 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,800 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.5	Compression Ratio	12.8
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	776 ccm

Suspension Rear

Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,290 mm	Length	2,115 mm
Width	Width	840 mm	Width	775 mm
Height	Height	1,390 mm	Height	1,105 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,555 mm	Wheelbase	1,465 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	820 mm	Seat Height	810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	220 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	202 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	22 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2, A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2010

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.

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

For years, Suzuki was the brand that offered nice bikes at a good price/performance ratio. With the Suzuki GSX-8S, the brand is much more self-confident. It presents itself as high-quality, mature and places itself at the top of a hard-fought class. The unspectacular performance data and the relatively high weight tarnish the picture only briefly. During the test rides, the Suzuki was completely convincing. A really good motorbike.

Full-grown and high-quality overall concept

high-torque engine

first-class running culture, stable handling, overall very high-quality impression

Very good seat

Great nakedbike riding position

Good and precise quickshifter

high-quality controls

very good display

Suspension offers reserves for a wide range of uses despite lack of adjustment options

Good ergonomics

Quickshifter and gearstick require a little more operating force than usual

Motorbike somewhat heavier than other bikes in this class