Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2020 vs. Ducati Multistrada 1260 S 2019

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2020

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2020

Ducati Multistrada 1260 S 2019

Ducati Multistrada 1260 S 2019

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Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2020 vs Ducati Multistrada 1260 S 2019

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2020

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2020

Ducati Multistrada 1260 S 2019

Ducati Multistrada 1260 S 2019

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2020 compared to Ducati Multistrada 1260 S 2019

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2020
Ducati Multistrada 1260 S 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeV
BoreBore81 mmBore106 mm
StrokeStroke62.6 mmStroke71.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power71 HPEngine power158 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque62 NmTorque129.5 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.2 Compression Ratio13
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDesmodromic
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement645 ccmDisplacement1,262 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter48 mm
TravelTravel150 mmTravel170 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel159 mmTravel170 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTubular
RakeRake64 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail110 mmTrail111 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter330 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter265 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Dynamic suspension, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,275 mmLength2,190 mm
WidthWidth835 mmWidth1,000 mm
HeightHeight1,405 mmHeight1,495 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,560 mmWheelbase1,585 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height825 mm
Seat Height up toSeat Height up to855 mmSeat Height up to845 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)216 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)235 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2020

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2020

The V-Strom 650 XT may be getting on a bit, but it's still a good bike. Especially if you don't need a colour display and don't intend to leave the paved road. The 650 is an easy motorbike to ride and is hardly ever out of its depth. What's more, this model has already proven itself a zillion times over, which underlines its durability and longevity.

Simple, uncomplicated bike

proven technology

good price/performance ratio

Design and equipment are a bit outdated

very limited off-road capability

Ducati Multistrada 1260 S 2019

Ducati Multistrada 1260 S 2019

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT vs Ducati Multistrada 1260 S

Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT

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Price Ducati Multistrada 1260 S

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