Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2017 vs. Triumph Tiger 800 XCx 2015

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2017

Triumph Tiger 800 XCx 2015

Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2017 vs Triumph Tiger 800 XCx 2015

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2017

Triumph Tiger 800 XCx 2015

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2017 compared to Triumph Tiger 800 XCx 2015

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2017

Triumph Tiger 800 XCx 2015

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2017

Triumph Tiger 800 XCx 2015

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	81 mm	Bore	74 mm
Stroke	Stroke	62.6 mm	Stroke	61.9 mm
Engine power	Engine power	71 HP	Engine power	95 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,800 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,300 rpm
Torque	Torque	62 Nm	Torque	79 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,850 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.2	Compression Ratio	12
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	3
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	645 ccm	Displacement	799 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Compression, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Compression, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

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

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Riding modes, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,275 mm	Length	2,215 mm
Width	Width	835 mm	Width	865 mm
Height	Height	1,405 mm	Height	1,390 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,560 mm	Wheelbase	1,545 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	830 mm	Seat Height	845 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	216 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	221 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2017

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

Triumph Tiger 800 XCx 2015

The Tiger 800 XCx appears to be just the right size as a universal talent. The engine is definitely the cream of the crop. It is lively, rev-happy, powerful and sounds a little daring. Nevertheless, it is always comfortable and easy to ride. The rest of the bike seems to be on a par.

great engine that is practical in everyday life but also a lot of fun

easy to drive yet never boring

Individual details seem a touch too cheap