Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023

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Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023 vs Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023

The Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023 is a simple and uncomplicated bike that offers proven technology and a good price/performance ratio. It features a V-twin engine with a displacement of 645cc, producing 71 horsepower and 62 Nm of torque. The engine is paired with a chain transmission and has an electric starter.

In terms of suspension, the V-Strom 650 XT has a telescopic fork at the front with a diameter of 43mm and a travel of 150mm. The rear suspension consists of a swing arm with a monoshock, offering a travel of 159mm. Both the front and rear suspension have preload adjustment.

The chassis of the V-Strom 650 XT is made of aluminum and has a twin tube frame design. It has a rake of 64.2 degrees and a trail of 110mm. The braking system includes double disk brakes at the front. The bike also comes equipped with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS and traction control.

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

In terms of dimensions and weights, the V-Strom 650 XT has a front tire diameter of 19 inches and a rear tire width of 150mm with a diameter of 17 inches. It has a wheelbase of 1560mm and a seat height of 815mm. The kerb weight of the bike, including ABS, is 216kg. It has a fuel tank capacity of 20 liters, offering a range of 476km. The combined fuel consumption is 4.2 l/100km.

On the other hand, the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023 offers a more powerful motor with a displacement of 1037cc, producing 107 horsepower and 100 Nm of torque. It also features a V-twin engine with a chain transmission and an electric starter.

The suspension of the V-Strom 1050 includes an upside-down telescopic fork at the front with a diameter of 43mm and a travel of 160mm. The rear suspension consists of a swing arm with a monoshock, offering a travel of 160mm. Both the front and rear suspension have adjustment options for compression, preload, and rebound.

Similar to the V-Strom 650 XT, the V-Strom 1050 has an aluminum chassis with a twin tube frame design. It has a slightly steeper rake of 64.7 degrees and a trail of 109mm. The braking system includes double disk brakes at the front. In addition to ABS and traction control, the V-Strom 1050 also features ride by wire technology.

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023

In terms of dimensions and weights, the V-Strom 1050 has the same front tire diameter of 19 inches and rear tire width of 150mm with a diameter of 17 inches. It has a slightly shorter wheelbase of 1555mm but a higher seat height of 855mm. The kerb weight of the bike, including ABS, is 236kg. It has a fuel tank capacity of 20 liters, offering a range of 416km. The combined fuel consumption is slightly higher at 4.8 l/100km.

While the V-Strom 650 XT has a simple and uncomplicated design, the V-Strom 1050 offers a more powerful motor and a high-quality electronics package. It also provides excellent ergonomics, lavish standard equipment, and intuitive operation of the electronics. The V-Strom 1050 also offers better wind and weather protection, as well as long-distance comfort. Additionally, it has a successful retro look.

However, the V-Strom 650 XT has some weaknesses, including an outdated design and limited off-road capability. On the other hand, the V-Strom 1050 has a higher weight and the ABS cannot be switched off or deactivated at the rear.

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023
Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeV
BoreBore81 mmBore100 mm
StrokeStroke62.6 mmStroke66 mm
Engine powerEngine power71 HPEngine power107 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque62 NmTorque100 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,300 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.2 Compression Ratio11.5
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
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement645 ccmDisplacement1,037 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel150 mmTravel160 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountDeflection
TravelTravel159 mmTravel160 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTwin Tube
RakeRake64.2 degreeRake64.7 degree
TrailTrail110 mmTrail109 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,275 mmLength2,265 mm
WidthWidth910 mmWidth870 mm
HeightHeight1,484 mmHeight1,515 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,560 mmWheelbase1,555 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height855 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)216 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)236 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange476 kmRange416 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions100 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions112 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.2 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.8 l/100km
Stationary noiseStationary noise86 dBStationary noise88 dB

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

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

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023

With the revision and expansion of the 1050 models, Suzuki now has the right big V-Strom for everyone. Those who know from the outset that they will stay almost exclusively on the road will find the standard model a reliable travel companion or even a buddy for all days; those who want to limit themselves less in their choice of routes and also want to ride regularly on unpaved terrain will now find the DE a good choice. The main argument, however, remains this engine, which with its 107 hp and above all its rich torque leaves hardly anything to be desired.

powerful motor

high-quality electronics package

excellent ergonomics

lavish standard equipment

intuitive operation of the electronics

long-distance comfort

excellent wind and weather protection

good tyre fitment

successful retro look

High weight

ABS cannot be switched off or deactivated at the rear

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT vs Suzuki V-Strom 1050

There are a few key differences between a Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023 and a Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023 is about 49% higher. Compared to Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2023 there are more Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 73 compared to 38. It takes less time to sell a Suzuki V-Strom 1050 with 80 days compared to 189 days for the Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT. Since model year 2015 1000PS.de editors have written 11 reviews for the Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT and 10 reviews for the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 since model year 2020. The first review for the Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT was published on 4/9/2015 and now has more than 45,700 views. This compares to more than 104,400 views for the first review on Suzuki V-Strom 1050 published on 1/30/2020.

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