Suzuki GSX-S950 2022 vs. Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2011

Suzuki GSX-S950 2022

Suzuki GSX-S950 2022

Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2011

Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2011

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Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-S950 2022 compared to Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2011

Suzuki GSX-S950 2022
Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2011

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore73.4 mmBore88 mm
StrokeStroke59 mmStroke74.2 mm
Engine powerEngine power48 HPEngine power50 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power6,100 rpmRpm at Max. Power5,700 rpm
TorqueTorque76 NmTorque78 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,250 rpmRpm at Torque3,700 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.2 Compression Ratio9.5
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears5
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement999 ccmDisplacement903 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeDouble cradle

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width130 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height50 %Rear tyre height70 %
LengthLength2,115 mmLength2,465 mm
WidthWidth810 mmWidth1,005 mm
HeightHeight1,080 mmHeight1,065 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,460 mmWheelbase1,645 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height810 mmSeat Height680 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki GSX-S950 2022

Suzuki GSX-S950 2022

The "small" GSX-S950 is damn close to the GSX-S1000, which is why it seems as if the proud surcharge for the 1000 will have to be properly justified. However, anyone who wants it to be as sporty as on the GSX-S1000 will already fail due to the somewhat too soft, non-adjustable suspension. However, this more comfortable design of the 950 fits the character of the engine very well. With (only) 95 hp, the engine, which is identical to the GSX-S1000, is designed for torque from below and in the middle; there is little point in stubbornly wriggling out. So if you are looking for a comparatively comfortable naked bike that is suitable for A2 and that can hardly be distinguished visually from the top model, you can save a lot of money!

Engine with plenty of punch from below

good sound

stable brakes

comfortable seating position

Chassis too soft and not adjustable

cockpit not easy to read in sunlight

Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2011

Kawasaki VN 900 Classic 2011

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki GSX-S950 vs Kawasaki VN 900 Classic

Price Suzuki GSX-S950

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