Suzuki V-Strom 650 2015 vs. BMW R 1250 GS 2020

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2015

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2015

BMW R 1250 GS 2020

BMW R 1250 GS 2020

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Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 650 2015 vs BMW R 1250 GS 2020

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2015

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2015

BMW R 1250 GS 2020

BMW R 1250 GS 2020

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 2015 compared to BMW R 1250 GS 2020

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2015
BMW R 1250 GS 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore81 mmBore102.5 mm
StrokeStroke62.6 mmStroke76 mm
Engine powerEngine power67 HPEngine power136 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque60 NmTorque143 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,400 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio12.5
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
Can be restricted for A2 licenceCan be restricted for A2 licenceYesCan be restricted for A2 licenceYes
DisplacementDisplacement645 ccmDisplacement1,254 ccm

Suspension Front

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTwin-SparFrame typeLoad-bearing engine

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

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 diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,290 mmLength2,207 mm
WidthWidth840 mmWidth952.5 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,555 mmWheelbase1,525 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height850 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)215 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)249 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 2015

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2015

Like the Kawasaki Versys, the small V-Strom is getting on a bit. The 1000 is so well done and easy to ride that you should consider taking the "big one" right away. In terms of versatility, however, the 650 is in no way inferior to the big V-Strom, and at a much lower price. But we wouldn't take it to the racetrack any more. And of course it has to cope with a heavy load more than a motorbike with 100+ hp.

Full torque

good sound

large tank

relaxed seating position

somewhat old-fashioned look

narrow handlebars

sluggish in bends

BMW R 1250 GS 2020

BMW R 1250 GS 2020

The BMW R 1250 GS is the logical further development of the R 1200 GS - logical above all because one should not expect such a popular motorbike to be radically changed. Accordingly, the design has been changed cautiously, and the familiar options for the chassis and electronics have been retained. The new name R 1250 GS, however, promises a new engine - and it really is something! 136 hp at 7750 rpm and a whopping 143 Newton metres of maximum torque at 6250 rpm are an absolute blast! BMW has thus renovated the big GS almost perfectly: it remains clearly recognisable, has a little more electronics as standard, a still long list of surcharges (which customers like to tick from A to Z) and a now even better and more sovereign power plant - what more could you want?!

extremely high-torque boxer engine

good sound

comfortable seating position, suitable for long distances

stable braking performance

good weather protection

colour TFT display standard

LED headlights

Manageable standard equipment, long surcharge list

jagged appearance with little elegance

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 vs BMW R 1250 GS

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