Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2022

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	81 mm	Bore	81 mm
Stroke	Stroke	62.6 mm	Stroke	62.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	67 HP	Engine power	71 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,800 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,800 rpm
Torque	Torque	60 Nm	Torque	62 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,400 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,300 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.5	Compression Ratio	11.2
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	645 ccm

Suspension Front

Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload

Suspension Rear

Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Twin-Spar	Frame type	Twin Tube

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

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

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	80 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 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	2,290 mm	Length	2,275 mm
Width	Width	840 mm	Width	910 mm
Height	Height	1,390 mm	Height	1,484 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,555 mm	Wheelbase	1,560 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	820 mm	Seat Height	815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	220 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	216 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	22 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l
Top Speed	Top Speed	180 km/h	Top Speed	185 km/h
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

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 V-Strom 650 XT 2022

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