Royal Enfield Himalayan 2021 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017
Royal Enfield Himalayan 2021
Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017
Overview - Royal Enfield Himalayan 2021 vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017
The Royal Enfield Himalayan 2021 and the Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017 are both enduro motorcycles that offer unique features and capabilities.
In terms of engine and drive train, the Royal Enfield Himalayan 2021 has a single-cylinder engine with a bore of 78 mm and a stroke of 86 mm. It produces 24 HP of power and 32 Nm of torque. The bike is equipped with an electric starter and a chain transmission. On the other hand, the Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017 has a twin-cylinder engine with a bore of 81 mm and a stroke of 62.6 mm. It delivers a more powerful performance with 71 HP of power and 62 Nm of torque. It also features an electric starter and a chain transmission.
In terms of suspension, both motorcycles have telescopic forks in the front and swing arm suspension with monoshocks in the rear. However, the Royal Enfield Himalayan 2021 has a front fork diameter of 41 mm and a travel of 200 mm, while the Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017 has a front fork diameter of 43 mm and a travel of 150 mm. In terms of rear suspension travel, the Royal Enfield Himalayan 2021 offers 180 mm of travel, while the Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017 offers 159 mm. Both motorcycles have preload adjustment for the rear suspension.
Royal Enfield Himalayan 2021
In terms of chassis, the Royal Enfield Himalayan 2021 has a steel frame with a double cradle design, while the Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017 has an aluminum frame with a twin tube design. The choice of materials and frame design can affect the overall weight and handling characteristics of the motorcycles.
When it comes to brakes, the Royal Enfield Himalayan 2021 is equipped with a single disk brake in the front, while the Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017 has double disk brakes in the front. Both motorcycles feature ABS as part of their advanced rider assistance systems.
In terms of dimensions and weights, the Royal Enfield Himalayan 2021 has a front tire diameter of 21 inches and a rear tire width of 120 mm with a diameter of 17 inches. It has a wheelbase of 1465 mm and a seat height of 800 mm. The bike has a kerb weight of 199 kg and a fuel tank capacity of 15 liters. On the other hand, the Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017 has a front tire diameter of 19 inches and a rear tire width of 150 mm with a diameter of 17 inches. It has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1560 mm and a higher seat height of 830 mm. The bike has a slightly higher kerb weight of 213 kg but offers a larger fuel tank capacity of 20 liters.
Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017
In terms of strengths, the Royal Enfield Himalayan 2021 offers a good price/performance ratio, robustness, and decelerating capabilities. On the other hand, the Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017 has a lively and economical engine, balanced handling, good wind protection, traction control, and ABS as standard. It also has a stylish design resembling its bigger sister, extensive instrumentation with a gear indicator, a 12-volt socket in the cockpit area, and a good price.
In terms of weaknesses, the Royal Enfield Himalayan 2021 is criticized for its brakes and high weight. On the other hand, the Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017 has been noted for having a very restrictive traction control mode 2.
Overall, the Royal Enfield Himalayan 2021 and the Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017 offer different strengths and weaknesses. The Royal Enfield Himalayan 2021 is more affordable and robust, while the Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017 offers a more powerful engine, balanced handling, and additional features. The choice between the two motorcycles ultimately depends on the rider's preferences and priorities.
Technical Specifications Royal Enfield Himalayan 2021 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Royal Enfield Himalayan 2021
Since its release, the Royal Enfield Himalayan has enjoyed a large fan community thanks to its classic design and exemplary price-performance ratio. With the 2021 model year, practical details such as ABS that can be deactivated on the rear wheel or the small LCD display with arrow navigation have also been introduced. All in all, however, it remains what it has always stood for: a decelerating companion that is just as ready for the grand tour as it is to cut a good figure in front of the ice cream parlour in the city.
Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017
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.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Royal Enfield Himalayan vs Suzuki V-Strom 650
There are a few key differences between a Royal Enfield Himalayan 2021 and a Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017 is about 86% higher. Compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 2017 there are more Royal Enfield Himalayan 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 5 compared to 4. It takes less time to sell a Suzuki V-Strom 650 with 89 days compared to 140 days for the Royal Enfield Himalayan. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 22 reviews for the Royal Enfield Himalayan and 38 reviews for the Suzuki V-Strom 650 since model year 2005. The first review for the Royal Enfield Himalayan was published on 07/05/2018 and now has more than 77,300 views. This compares to more than 4,000 views for the first review on Suzuki V-Strom 650 published on 16/09/2003.
