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

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

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

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

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

BMW R 1200 GS 2009
Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore101 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke62.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power105 HPEngine power49 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpm
TorqueTorque115 NmTorque60 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,750 rpmRpm at Torque6,400 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio11.5
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement645 ccm

Suspension Front

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,210 mmLength2,290 mm
WidthWidth915 mmWidth840 mm
HeightHeight1,450 mmHeight1,390 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,507 mmWheelbase1,555 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height820 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity22 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

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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