Suzuki V-Strom 650 2008 vs. Yamaha Tenere 700 2025

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2008

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2008

Yamaha Tenere 700 2025

Yamaha Tenere 700 2025

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Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 650 2008 vs Yamaha Tenere 700 2025

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2008

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2008

Yamaha Tenere 700 2025

Yamaha Tenere 700 2025

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 2008 compared to Yamaha Tenere 700 2025

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2008
Yamaha Tenere 700 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power67 HPEngine power73.4 HP
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement645 ccmDisplacement689 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

WheelbaseWheelbase1,540 mmWheelbase1,595 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height875 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity22 lFuel Tank Capacity16 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2008

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2008

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.

Yamaha Tenere 700 2025

Yamaha Tenere 700 2025

In 2025, the Tenere 700 features ride-by-wire, traction control and riding modes for the first time. Strictly speaking, it may have lost some of its unique selling point in the travel enduro market, its purist approach, but this does little to change its character. It is still the versatile, robust adventure bike that feels at home on loose surfaces and also cuts a fine figure on the tarmac. If the new electronic features are not a reason for increased interest in the new T7, then perhaps the many improvements in detail based on customer feedback are. A fixed tank cap, offset clutch cable mount, reinforced rear end and adapted fairings may not sound like much, but in practice they make the overall Tenere package more pleasant and practical than ever before. The next time I unintentionally activate the ABS on my old Tenere using the killswitch, I will miss the new T7.

Great, powerful engine

Beautifully responsive suspension

Many changes in detail that make the Tenere more practical than before

Easy to read, beautifully styled TFT display

ABS mode remains active when the emergency stop button is actuated

ABS button in the cockpit for quick deactivation of the ABS

Very good ergonomics for upright riding

No cruise control available for an extra charge

Strange indicator switches

No tubeless rims available

Somewhat limited space for large feet on the footrests

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 vs Yamaha Tenere 700

Price Suzuki V-Strom 650

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