Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011 vs. Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2022

Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011 vs Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2022

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Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011 compared to Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	81 mm	Bore	78 mm
Stroke	Stroke	62.6 mm	Stroke	62.1 mm
Engine power	Engine power	67 HP	Engine power	119 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,800 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	10,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	60 Nm	Torque	93 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,400 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.5	Compression Ratio	11.5
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Displacement	Displacement	645 ccm	Displacement	890 ccm

Suspension Front

Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Twin-Spar	Frame type	Twin Tube

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,290 mm	Length	2,175 mm
Width	Width	840 mm	Width	885 mm
Height	Height	1,390 mm	Height	1,430 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,555 mm	Wheelbase	1,500 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	820 mm	Seat Height	810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	220 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	220 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	22 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

A very well-equipped Suzuki, the likes of which you don't see every day. From the extensively integrated electronics to the pleasant riding experience, you basically have everything you need for motorcycling.

Relatively low overall weight

pleasant sound

positive ergonomics and seat comfort

strong, well-controllable brakes

ABS

well equipped.

The engine does tend to slow down with a passenger on long journeys.

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 2022

The Yamaha Tracer 9 GT with its inline three is extremely agile and sporty to ride, the 119 hp already behave extremely potent in the naked bike derivative Yamaha MT-09, on the touring Tracer 9 GT hardly less. Of course, the engineers in Japan are no beginners when it comes to touring qualities, and the Tracer 9 GT spoils you with comfort thanks to the electronically adjustable chassis and a very comfortable riding position including good weather protection. All in all, it is still quite a touring sportswoman. The look is unique, only the split mini-displays are a matter of taste.

Powerful engine with great tuning

light and stable handling

electronically adjustable chassis

comprehensive electronics package

good wind protection

great passenger comfort.

somewhat rough clutch

display takes some getting used to