Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2017 vs. Ducati Monster 696 2012

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2017

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2017

Ducati Monster 696 2012

Ducati Monster 696 2012

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Technical Specifications Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2017 compared to Ducati Monster 696 2012

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2017
Ducati Monster 696 2012

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore81 mmBore88 mm
StrokeStroke62.6 mmStroke57.2 mm
Engine powerEngine power72 HPEngine power80 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,400 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque64 NmTorque69 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,400 rpmRpm at Torque7,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio10.7
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDesmodromic
DisplacementDisplacement645 ccmDisplacement696 ccm

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height60 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,130 mmLength2,058 mm
HeightHeight1,080 mmHeight1,060 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,445 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height785 mmSeat Height770 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight202 kgKerb Weight185 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14.5 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2017

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2017

The Suzuki Gladius SFV 650 is an honest, easy-to-understand bike with a strong confidence factor. It does not impress with extremes, but with its balance, suitability for everyday use and an engine that loses none of its charm even after years. A bike that gives pleasure for a lengthy period of time without demanding or boring its rider.

Good-natured and predictable engine character

very easy and intuitive handling

stable and neutral suspension in everyday and country road use

low seat height and balanced ergonomics

reliable and easy to modulate brakes

high confidence building for beginners and returners

durable transmission with robust base

Tightly padded seat on longer lengths

shock limited on bad roads and sporty riding style

feedback on rough bumps partly direct to the rider

standard suspension with limited adjustability

Ducati Monster 696 2012

Ducati Monster 696 2012

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius vs Ducati Monster 696

Price Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius

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