Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 vs. KTM 790 Adventure 2019
Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009
KTM 790 Adventure 2019
Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 vs KTM 790 Adventure 2019
The Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 and the KTM 790 Adventure 2019 are both enduro motorcycles, but they differ in various aspects.
In terms of engine and drive train, the Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 has a bore of 81 mm and a stroke of 62.6 mm, while the KTM 790 Adventure 2019 has a larger bore of 88 mm and a stroke of 65.7 mm. This results in the KTM having a more powerful engine with 95 HP compared to the Suzuki's 49 HP. The torque is also higher in the KTM with 88 Nm compared to the Suzuki's 60 Nm. Both motorcycles have a chain transmission system.
In terms of displacement, the KTM 790 Adventure 2019 has a larger engine with a displacement of 799 ccm, while the Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 has a displacement of 645 ccm.
Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009
In terms of suspension, both motorcycles have rear suspension with preload adjustment.
In terms of chassis, the Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 has an aluminum frame with a twin-spar design, while the KTM 790 Adventure 2019 has a chromium-molybdenum frame with a tubular, load-bearing engine design. The KTM's frame provides higher chassis stability.
In terms of brakes, both motorcycles have double disk brakes at the front.
KTM 790 Adventure 2019
In terms of dimensions and weights, the KTM 790 Adventure 2019 has a larger front tire diameter of 21 inches compared to the Suzuki's 19 inches. The rear tire width is the same for both motorcycles at 150 mm, but the KTM has a larger rear tire diameter of 18 inches compared to the Suzuki's 17 inches. The KTM also has a slightly shorter wheelbase of 1509 mm compared to the Suzuki's 1555 mm. The seat height is slightly higher in the KTM at 830 mm compared to the Suzuki's 820 mm. The fuel tank capacity is higher in the Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 at 22 liters compared to the KTM's 20 liters.
In terms of strengths, the Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 has a good-natured chassis, relaxed seating position, relatively powerful engine, aggressive exhaust trim, handguards, and a relaxed riding feel. On the other hand, the KTM 790 Adventure 2019 has an engine with manners and character, enormously high chassis stability, brakes without reproach, tremendous off-road capabilities, and low average consumption.
In terms of weaknesses, the Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 has a not-so-sophisticated look and a windscreen that is a little too small. The KTM 790 Adventure 2019 has an unattractive surcharge policy and an original seat that is not optimally shaped.
Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 compared to KTM 790 Adventure 2019
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009
In principle, you can do anything with a V-Strom. It is, for example, a faithful hack'n moped that reliably gets you to work day after day. But it's also a weekend bike that you can take to the Kalte Kuchl or the Soboth on a Sunday. And of course, the V-Strom is particularly well suited for extended tours and trips.
KTM 790 Adventure 2019
In my eyes, the KTM is the sportiest of all mid-range touring enduros. If you are looking for a touring machine that is brutally nippy on road and off-road, you will find it here. At the same time, however, the chassis and engine offer sufficient comfort and good manners to keep the rider from going mad even on longer liaison stages.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 vs KTM 790 Adventure
There are a few key differences between a Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 and a KTM 790 Adventure 2019. In terms of price, the actual average price of a KTM 790 Adventure 2019 is about 96% higher. A Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 experiences a loss of 20 USD in one year and 470 USD in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 890 USD and 860 USD for a KTM 790 Adventure 2019. Compared to KTM 790 Adventure 2019 there are less Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 6 compared to 30. It takes less time to sell a Suzuki V-Strom 650 with 43 days compared to 101 days for a KTM 790 Adventure. Since model year 2005 1000PS.de editors have written 38 reviews for the Suzuki V-Strom 650 and 20 reviews for the KTM 790 Adventure since model year 2019. The first review for the Suzuki V-Strom 650 was published on 9/16/2003 and now has more than 4,000 views. This compares to more than 53,600 views for the first review on KTM 790 Adventure published on 10/6/2018.
