Kawasaki Z 800 2016 vs. Suzuki SV 650 2017

Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Suzuki SV 650 2017

Overview - Kawasaki Z 800 2016 vs Suzuki SV 650 2017

Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Suzuki SV 650 2017

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z 800 2016 compared to Suzuki SV 650 2017

Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Suzuki SV 650 2017

Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Suzuki SV 650 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	71 mm	Bore	81 mm
Stroke	Stroke	50.9 mm	Stroke	62.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	113 HP	Engine power	76 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,200 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	83 Nm	Torque	64 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,100 rpm
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	806 ccm	Displacement	645 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	160 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,100 mm	Length	2,130 mm
Width	Width	800 mm	Width	760 mm
Height	Height	1,050 mm	Height	1,080 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,445 mm	Wheelbase	1,445 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	834 mm	Seat Height	785 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	13.8 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Overall, the Z800 delivered a sensational performance. Considering the fact that nothing was changed or optimised on the vehicle apart from the Remus rear silencer, a super final result.

Eye-catching, chunky look

confident acceleration

relaxed geometry

powerful brakes

Limited freedom of movement for the legs.

Suzuki SV 650 2017

The Suzuki SV 650 is accompanied by a long history of success that is sure to continue for a long time. Its supple V2 impresses with very smooth response and plenty of torque. Compact dimensions help to make the motorbike look very compact. This will be very convenient for beginners. The chassis also scores with playful handling. Unfortunately, the braking effect is not at the level one would expect from such a powerful vehicle.

Smooth engine

playful handling

great chassis

Brake too weak