Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015

Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012

Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015

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Overview - Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012 vs Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015

The Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012 and the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015 are both powerful enduro motorcycles with their own unique features and strengths.

Starting with the engine and drive train, the Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012 has a bore of 98 mm and a stroke of 79.5 mm, producing an engine power of 110 HP and a torque of 114.1 Nm. It has a transmission system with a prop shaft and a displacement of 1199 ccm. On the other hand, the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015 has a slightly larger bore of 100 mm and a shorter stroke of 66 mm, resulting in an engine power of 100 HP and a torque of 103 Nm. It utilizes a chain transmission system and has a displacement of 1037 ccm. Both motorcycles have powerful engines, but the Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012 has a slightly higher engine power and torque.

In terms of suspension, both motorcycles feature a monoshock rear shock absorber. However, the Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012 has a telescopic fork front suspension, while the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015 has an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension. This difference in front suspension design may result in varying levels of comfort and handling.

Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012

Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012

In terms of chassis, the Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012 has a central tube frame type, while the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015 has a twin-spar frame type. Both frame types offer their own advantages in terms of stability and durability.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have a front tire diameter of 19 inches and a rear tire width of 150 mm. The Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012 has a slightly smaller rear tire diameter of 17 inches compared to the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015. The wheelbase of the Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012 is 1540 mm, while the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015 has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1555 mm. The Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012 also has a higher kerb weight of 261 kg compared to the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015, which weighs 228 kg. Additionally, the Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012 has a larger fuel tank capacity of 23 liters, while the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015 has a slightly smaller fuel tank capacity of 20 liters.

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015

Moving on to the strengths of each motorcycle, the Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012 is praised for its powerful engine, pleasant and comfortable chassis, off-road resistance, and good design. The Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015, on the other hand, is commended for its powerful engine, traction control as standard, very good brakes, taut yet comfortable chassis, great touring capability, and complete instrumentation.

However, both motorcycles also have their weaknesses. The Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012 is criticized for its unsporting brake system and relatively high weight. On the other hand, the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015 is noted for its windshield creating turbulence on the head, the engine running out of breath in the upper rev range, and arbitrary optics.

In conclusion, both the Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012 and the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015 are powerful enduro motorcycles with their own unique features and strengths. The Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012 offers a comfortable and off-road resistant ride, while the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015 provides great touring capability and complete instrumentation. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015

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Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

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TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,255 mmLength2,285 mm
WidthWidth980 mmWidth865 mm
HeightHeight1,410 mmHeight1,410 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,540 mmWheelbase1,555 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)261 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)228 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity23 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012

Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012

Not a powerhouse, but always confident, always nippy. And also a very harmonious overall package that has no conspicuous negative outliers. Everything works well. And that is very good.

Powerful engine

pleasant, comfortable chassis

off-road resistant

good design.

Unsporting brake system

relatively high weight.

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015

In the large enduro segment, the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 occupies the position of the cheapest offer, yet you don't have to do without anything - even traction control and ABS are included as standard. Excellent brakes, great comfort and a wonderfully powerful V-twin engine are ingredients that should please almost everyone. The fact that it doesn't play in the top league with 100 hp is made up for by the wonderful power delivery, which ensures a relaxed climate on long journeys. Only the wind protection is not optimal with the original windshield; one should invest in the affordable, somewhat larger windshield.

Powerful engine

traction control as standard

very good brakes

taut yet comfortable chassis

great touring capability

complete instrumentation

Windshield creates turbulence on the head

the engine runs out of breath in the upper rev range, arbitrary optics

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser vs Suzuki V-Strom 1000

There are a few key differences between a Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012 and a Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2015. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser with 69 days compared to 76 days for a Suzuki V-Strom 1000. Since model year 2012 1000PS.de editors have written 5 reviews for the Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser and 40 reviews for the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 since model year 2005. The first review for the Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser was published on 5/31/2010 and now has more than 13,900 views. This compares to more than 6,300 views for the first review on Suzuki V-Strom 1000 published on 7/23/2002.

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