Yamaha XJ6 Diversion 2009 vs. Suzuki SV650X 2018

Yamaha XJ6 Diversion 2009

Suzuki SV650X 2018

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Technical Specifications Yamaha XJ6 Diversion 2009 compared to Suzuki SV650X 2018

Yamaha XJ6 Diversion 2009

Suzuki SV650X 2018

Yamaha XJ6 Diversion 2009

Suzuki SV650X 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	65.5 mm	Bore	81 mm
Stroke	Stroke	44.5 mm	Stroke	62.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	78 HP	Engine power	76 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	59.7 Nm	Torque	64 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	8,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,100 rpm
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	600 ccm	Displacement	645 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,120 mm	Length	2,130 mm
Width	Width	770 mm	Width	760 mm
Height	Height	1,210 mm	Height	1,080 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,440 mm	Wheelbase	1,445 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	785 mm	Seat Height	785 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17.3 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	13.8 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha XJ6 Diversion 2009

In addition to the half shell, the XJ6 Diversion also offers a main stand. Overall, it makes a solid impression. The colours suit it well and nothing stands in the way of longer tours. Riding comfort is naturally higher than on the XJ6 due to the wind protection. This is particularly noticeable at higher speeds.

rider-friendly performance characteristics

optimal clutch

playful handling

seat comfort

individual look

main stand

increased riding comfort.

Design components not too demanding

torque development

Suzuki SV650X 2018

Retro is trendy, retro is cool. The people at Suzuki have also recognised this, and although they are not launching many new products for 2018, they are launching a really cool one - the SV650X. Not much had to be changed to place it in the ranks of modern cafe racers: Headlight fairing, paintwork, side panels, saddle and low handlebar ends are enough for the great result. Above all, the front-wheel-oriented seating position suits it well, but does not make it significantly more uncomfortable. The suspension can only be adjusted at the rear, but the lively engine is a blast and the price is right.

Agile, lively and charismatic V2 engine

easy handling, easy to ride despite low handlebars

pleasant seating position with low saddle height

successful gear graduation

low weight

inconspicuous appearance

exhaust look

telescopic fork too soft

no anti-hopping clutch