BMW R 1200 GS 2006 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2006

BMW R 1200 GS 2006

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

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Overview - BMW R 1200 GS 2006 vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2006

BMW R 1200 GS 2006

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS 2006 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2006
Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power100 HPEngine power49 HP
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement645 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

WheelbaseWheelbase1,519 mmWheelbase1,555 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height820 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity22 l
Top SpeedTop Speed205 km/hTop Speed180 km/h
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS 2006

BMW R 1200 GS 2006

Either it was a stroke of luck or the best developers were at work - handlebars, geometry, seat, knee angle, footrests - it just fits really well for the majority of Central Europeans. All in all, there is still no motorbike that can kill the GS.

Optimal wind protection

comfortable seat

good posture

positive ergonomics

weather robust

quiet chassis.

Seat a little too low.

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

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.

Good-natured chassis

relaxed seating position

relatively powerful engine

aggressive exhaust trim

handguards

relaxed riding feel.

Not a really sophisticated look

windscreen a little too small.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS vs Suzuki V-Strom 650

Price BMW R 1200 GS

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