Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 vs. Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025

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Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 compared to Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	81 mm	Bore	77 mm
Stroke	Stroke	62.6 mm	Stroke	56 mm
Engine power	Engine power	49 HP	Engine power	135 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,800 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	60 Nm	Torque	112 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,400 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,600 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.5	Compression Ratio	10.3
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	1,099 ccm

Suspension Front

Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Aluminium

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Four pistons

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	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,290 mm	Length	2,270 mm
Width	Width	840 mm	Width	950 mm
Height	Height	1,390 mm	Height	1,530 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,555 mm	Wheelbase	1,520 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	820 mm	Seat Height	840 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	220 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	259 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	22 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	21 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

In principle, you can do anything with a V-Strom. It is, for example, a faithful hack'n moped that reliably gets you to work day after day. But it's also a weekend bike that you can take to the Kalte Kuchl or the Soboth on a Sunday. And of course, the V-Strom is particularly well suited for extended tours and trips.

Good-natured chassis

relaxed seating position

relatively powerful engine

aggressive exhaust trim

handguards

relaxed riding feel.

Not a really sophisticated look

windscreen a little too small.

Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025

With the new Versys 1100 SE, Kawasaki has certainly managed to ram a stick into the touring floor. With its solid engine and well-functioning systems, the green brand definitely manages to counter the price/performance ratio. With a high level of riding comfort, the new Versys 1100 SE is sure to expand its fan base and more than live up to the eternal slogan "Let the good times roll".

Good riding performance even with panniers

Good ergonomics

Good wind protection

Simple operation

USB-C socket very large and prominently and wobbly mounted Heated grip switch a little wobbly