Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2018 vs. Kawasaki ER-6n 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2018

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2018

Kawasaki ER-6n 2012

Kawasaki ER-6n 2012

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Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2018 vs Kawasaki ER-6n 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2018

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2018

Kawasaki ER-6n 2012

Kawasaki ER-6n 2012

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2018 compared to Kawasaki ER-6n 2012

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2018
Kawasaki ER-6n 2012

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore81 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke62.6 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power71 HPEngine power72 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque62 NmTorque64 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.2 Compression Ratio10.8
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement645 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typePerimeter

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle 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 diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,275 mmLength2,110 mm
WidthWidth835 mmWidth770 mm
HeightHeight1,405 mmHeight1,110 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,560 mmWheelbase1,410 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height830 mmSeat Height805 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)216 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)208 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity16 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2018

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2018

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

Kawasaki ER-6n 2012

Kawasaki ER-6n 2012

The engine is hearty and a lot of fun, plus the ER shines with a Japanese meticulous finish and a fighting price.

Solid handling

high quality level

weak brake

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT vs Kawasaki ER-6n

Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT

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Price Kawasaki ER-6n

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