Suzuki GSX-S950 2025 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 650 2026

Suzuki GSX-S950 2025

Suzuki GSX-S950 2025

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2026

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2026

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Overview - Suzuki GSX-S950 2025 vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 2026

Suzuki GSX-S950 2025

Suzuki GSX-S950 2025

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2026

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2026

Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-S950 2025 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 2026

Suzuki GSX-S950 2025
Suzuki V-Strom 650 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore73.4 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke59 mmStroke62.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power48 HPEngine power71 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power6,100 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpm
TorqueTorque76 NmTorque62 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,250 rpmRpm at Torque6,300 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.2 Compression Ratio11.2
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch 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
Can be restricted for A2 licenceCan be restricted for A2 licenceYesCan be restricted for A2 licenceYes
DisplacementDisplacement999 ccmDisplacement645 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel150 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountDeflection
TravelTravel130 mmTravel159 mm
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTwin Tube
RakeRake65 degreeRake64 degree
TrailTrail100 mmTrail110 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced 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 width190 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height50 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,115 mmLength2,275 mm
WidthWidth810 mmWidth835 mm
HeightHeight1,080 mmHeight1,405 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,460 mmWheelbase1,560 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height810 mmSeat Height835 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)214 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)213 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2, ALicense compliancyA
RangeRange311 kmRange476 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions143 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions100 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption6.1 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.2 l/100km
Stationary noiseStationary noise88 dBStationary noise87 dB
Stationary noise over 95dBStationary noise over 95dBStationary noise over 95dB
Euro NormEuro NormEuro 5Euro NormEuro 5
PayloadPayload186 kgPayload202 kg
Maximum authorized weightMaximum authorized weight400 kgMaximum authorized weight415 kg
Ground clearanceGround clearance140 mmGround clearance170 mm

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki GSX-S950 2025

Suzuki GSX-S950 2025

The "small" GSX-S950 is damn close to the GSX-S1000, which is why it seems as if the proud surcharge for the 1000 will have to be properly justified. However, anyone who wants it to be as sporty as on the GSX-S1000 will already fail due to the somewhat too soft, non-adjustable suspension. However, this more comfortable design of the 950 fits the character of the engine very well. With (only) 95 hp, the engine, which is identical to the GSX-S1000, is designed for torque from below and in the middle; there is little point in stubbornly wriggling out. So if you are looking for a comparatively comfortable naked bike that is suitable for A2 and that can hardly be distinguished visually from the top model, you can save a lot of money!

Engine with plenty of punch from below

good sound

stable brakes

comfortable seating position

Chassis too soft and not adjustable

cockpit not easy to read in sunlight

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2026

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2026

The small V-Strom 650 is not only visually close to the big V-Strom 1000 with its pronounced duckbill, stacked headlights and extensive instruments. The equipment does not correspond at all to what is understood by "cheap entry": traction control, lively Euro4 engine, harmonious handling and additional techno-gadgets such as Low RPM Assist or Suzuki Easy Start System. To the delight of the customers, the price is kept within reasonable limits.

Lively, economical engine

balanced handling

good wind protection

traction control and ABS as standard

looks in the style of its big sister

extensive instrumentation with gear indicator

12-volt socket in the cockpit area

good price.

Traction control in mode 2 very restrictive

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki GSX-S950 vs Suzuki V-Strom 650

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