Suzuki SV 650 2023 vs. KTM 125 Duke 2021

Suzuki SV 650 2023

Suzuki SV 650 2023

KTM 125 Duke 2021

KTM 125 Duke 2021

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Overview - Suzuki SV 650 2023 vs KTM 125 Duke 2021

Suzuki SV 650 2023

Suzuki SV 650 2023

KTM 125 Duke 2021

KTM 125 Duke 2021

Technical Specifications Suzuki SV 650 2023 compared to KTM 125 Duke 2021

Suzuki SV 650 2023
KTM 125 Duke 2021

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore81 mmBore58 mm
StrokeStroke62.6 mmStroke47.2 mm
Engine powerEngine power73 HPEngine power15 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque64 NmTorque12 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,800 rpmRpm at Torque7,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.2 Compression Ratio12.8
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
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement645 ccmDisplacement125 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel125 mmTravel142 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel130 mmTravel150 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular
RakeRake65 degreeRake65 degree

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter290 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter230 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,445 mmWheelbase1,367 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height785 mmSeat Height830 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14.5 lFuel Tank Capacity13.4 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2, ALicense compliancyA1
RangeRange353 kmRange553 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions96 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions56 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.1 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption2.42 l/100km

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki SV 650 2023

Suzuki SV 650 2023

The Suzuki SV 650 has been on the market for 25 years, longer than any other motorbike. The engine has been updated to Euro5 and is now even more mature, which clearly fits in with the rest of the package. The SV 650 doesn't want to scare anyone, especially beginners. The chassis makes a solid, unagitated impression, the brakes require a lot of manual force to prevent unexpected overbraking. The look is timeless on the one hand, but on the other hand some components are really a bit outdated. On the other hand, the price is fair, as usual for Suzuki.

Last V2 powerplant in the class

beginner-friendly seating position

easy handling, timeless look

Brake requires manual force

no electronics on board apart from ABS

instruments moderately readable

KTM 125 Duke 2021

KTM 125 Duke 2021

Even in the Euro 5 version, the KTM Duke 125 is the motorbike to beat in the A1 class. Superior equipment, potent engine, good chassis, great display and fun Supermoto mode make not only the heart of 16-year-olds beat faster. The looks polarise, but let the observer clearly recognise the smallest Duke as such. The Duke 125 is not cheap, but it is worth the price.

lively engine

super-agile handling

Supermoto mode as standard

mature chassis

top brakes

sharp TFT display

connectivity (optional)

Optics not to everyone's taste

price high for a 125cc bike

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki SV 650 vs KTM 125 Duke

Price Suzuki SV 650

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Price KTM 125 Duke

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