Kawasaki Versys 650 2018 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2023

Kawasaki Versys 650 2018

Kawasaki Versys 650 2018

Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2023

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 650 2018 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2023

Kawasaki Versys 650 2018
Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore83 mmBore100 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke66 mm
Engine powerEngine power69 HPEngine power107 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque64 NmTorque100 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio11.5
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement1,037 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,165 mmLength2,390 mm
WidthWidth840 mmWidth960 mm
HeightHeight1,400 mmHeight1,505 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,415 mmWheelbase1,595 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height880 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)216 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)252 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 650 2018

Kawasaki Versys 650 2018

The 2019 model year Kawasaki Versys presented itself as a comfortable, stable yet lively touring machine. The motorbike is versatile and offers high utility value. It is a fully-fledged touring machine that is a pleasure to ride on extended tours. The bike offers a terrific price/performance ratio.

Great travel comfort

pleasant and comfortable chassis

easy to use

seating position ready for touring

agile and light-footed handling.

Vibrations in the footpegs

response behaviour during transition from pushing and load operation

ABS cannot be deactivated

weight somewhat high

Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2023

With the revision and expansion of the 1050 models, Suzuki now has the right big V-Strom for everyone. Those who know from the outset that they will stay almost exclusively on the road will find the standard model a reliable travel companion or even a buddy for all days; those who want to limit themselves less in their choice of routes and also want to ride regularly on unpaved terrain will now find the DE a good choice. The main argument, however, remains this engine, which with its 107 hp and above all its rich torque leaves hardly anything to be desired.

powerful motor

high-quality electronics package

excellent ergonomics

very good gravel mode

off-road ABS

intuitive operation of the electronics

long-distance comfort

Successful retro look

high weight

Suspension travel could be greater

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 650 vs Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE

Price Kawasaki Versys 650

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