Kawasaki Vulcan S 2027 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2026

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2027

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2027

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2026

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2026

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Vulcan S 2027 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2026

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2027
Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2026
Kawasaki Vulcan S 2027
Kawasaki Vulcan S 2027
Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2026
Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore83 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke62.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power61 HPEngine power71 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpm
TorqueTorque62.4 NmTorque62 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,600 rpmRpm at Torque6,300 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio11.2
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement645 ccm

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 diameter18 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,310 mmLength2,275 mm
WidthWidth880 mmWidth910 mm
HeightHeight1,100 mmHeight1,405 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,560 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height705 mmSeat Height815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)229 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)216 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2027

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2027

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2026

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2026

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 Average Market Price Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT

Price Kawasaki Vulcan S

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Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT

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Current average market prices

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