Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2024 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2025

Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2024

Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2024

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2025

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2025

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Technical Specifications Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2024 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2025

Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2024
Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2025
Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2024
Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2024
Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2025
Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore67 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke46 mmStroke62.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power71 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power12,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpm
TorqueTorque63 NmTorque62 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque9,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,300 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.6 Compression Ratio11.2
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement645 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel150 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTwin Tube
RakeRake64.5 degreeRake64.2 degree
TrailTrail101 mmTrail110 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,120 mmLength2,275 mm
WidthWidth750 mmWidth910 mm
HeightHeight1,150 mmHeight1,484 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,560 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height810 mmSeat Height815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)202.5 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)216 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15.4 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange314 kmRange476 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions112 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions100 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.9 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.2 l/100km
Stationary noiseStationary noise97 dBStationary noise86 dB

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2024

Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2024

The Honda CB650R E-Clutch impressed in our 2024 long term test bike with its combination of a classic four-cylinder engine and state-of-the-art E-Clutch technology. It offers a balanced riding experience that is enjoyable both in everyday life and on sporty rides. Despite minor weaknesses, such as its higher weight and standard tyres, it remains a reliable and powerful naked bike that stands out above all for its comfort, user-friendliness and innovative technology.

Powerful and smooth-running four-cylinder engine Innovative E-Clutch system for comfortable gear changes

Good suspension for a sporty and comfortable rider

User-friendly ergonomics and intuitive TFT display

Higher weight compared to the competition

Standard tyres offer handling that could be improved

Slight vibrations at high revs

Suspension reaches its limits at very high speeds

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2025

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2025

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CB650R E-Clutch vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT

Price Honda CB650R E-Clutch

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Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT

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