Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023 vs. Ducati Scrambler Icon 2021

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2021

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2021

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Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023 vs Ducati Scrambler Icon 2021

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2021

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2021

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023 compared to Ducati Scrambler Icon 2021

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023
Ducati Scrambler Icon 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeV
BoreBore81 mmBore88 mm
StrokeStroke62.6 mmStroke66 mm
Engine powerEngine power71 HPEngine power73 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,250 rpm
TorqueTorque62 NmTorque66.2 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,300 rpmRpm at Torque5,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.2 Compression Ratio11
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 cylinder2
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDesmodromic
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement645 ccmDisplacement803 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel150 mmTravel150 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel159 mmTravel150 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTubular
RakeRake64 degreeRake66 degree
TrailTrail110 mmTrail112 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter330 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter245 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsCornering ABS

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 diameter18 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,275 mmLength2,100 mm
WidthWidth835 mmWidth855 mm
HeightHeight1,405 mmHeight1,150 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,560 mmWheelbase1,445 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height798 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)213 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)189 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity13.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange476 kmRange259 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions100 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions120.08 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.2 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption5.2 l/100km
Stationary noiseStationary noise86 dBStationary noise94 dB

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023

The small V-Strom 650 is not only visually close to the big V-Strom 1000 with its pronounced duckbill, stacked headlights and extensive instruments. The equipment does not correspond at all to what is understood by "cheap entry": traction control, lively Euro4 engine, harmonious handling and additional techno-gadgets such as Low RPM Assist or Suzuki Easy Start System. To the delight of the customers, the price is kept within reasonable limits.

Lively, economical engine

balanced handling

good wind protection

traction control and ABS as standard

looks in the style of its big sister

extensive instrumentation with gear indicator

12-volt socket in the cockpit area

good price.

Traction control in mode 2 very restrictive

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2021

Ducati Scrambler Icon 2021

While the many different motorbike genres are becoming increasingly blurred and overlapping, the Ducati Scrambler Icon is indeed the uncomplicated and robust scrambler promised in its name. The wide handlebars make for unbelievably easy handling, so it's easy to forgive the fact that the comfort-oriented chassis has no adjustable fork, while the shock absorber can at least be adjusted in rebound and spring preload. You also forgive the fact that the front single disc needs quite a bit of manual force; after all, it is very commendable that a cornering ABS is fitted as standard. The rest of the equipment, however, is again in keeping with the minimalist style, which is perhaps even a little exaggerated in the case of the (outdated) LCD instruments. All in all, however, the Scrambler Icon convinces above all with its successful appearance, which conveys what it's all about even when stationary: lifestyle instead of riding style!

Classic Ducati V2 engine with air cooling

comfortable seating position

easy handling

cornering ABS as standard

superb scrambler look.

Fittings poorly readable

not quite cheap

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 vs Ducati Scrambler Icon

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