Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2015 vs. Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2015

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Overview - Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2015 vs Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2015

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Technical Specifications Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2015 compared to Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2015

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2015

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	81 mm	Bore	70 mm
Stroke	Stroke	62.6 mm	Stroke	58.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	72 HP	Engine power	45.4 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,400 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	64 Nm	Torque	42.6 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,400 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.5	Compression Ratio	11.3
Displacement	Displacement	645 ccm	Displacement	499 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	130 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	18 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	160 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch
Length	Length	2,130 mm	Length	2,250 mm
Width	Width	760 mm	Width	785 mm
Height	Height	1,080 mm	Height	1,100 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,445 mm	Wheelbase	1,520 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	785 mm	Seat Height	735 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	14.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	13 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2015

The Suzuki Gladius SFV 650 is an honest, easy-to-understand bike with a strong confidence factor. It does not impress with extremes, but with its balance, suitability for everyday use and an engine that loses none of its charm even after years. A bike that gives pleasure for a lengthy period of time without demanding or boring its rider.

Good-natured and predictable engine character

very easy and intuitive handling

stable and neutral suspension in everyday and country road use

low seat height and balanced ergonomics

reliable and easy to modulate brakes

high confidence building for beginners and returners

durable transmission with robust base

Tightly padded seat on longer lengths

shock limited on bad roads and sporty riding style

feedback on rough bumps partly direct to the rider

standard suspension with limited adjustability

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

The Kawasaki Eliminator 500 is a successful bike in a competitive price segment. The latest addition from the green brand offers easy handling and riding pleasure at an attractive price. Beginners, returning riders and smart bikers will all enjoy this urban cruiser. In my opinion, the Kawasaki Eliminator 500 could achieve cult status.

Handling, despite low ground clearance, an attack the twisties

Engine, good torque

Weight, 167 kg

Gearbox, excellent shifting

Seating position, comfortably neutral Driving licence class A2

Rear-view mirror, stylish but hardly any visibility to the rear tyres, IRC spongy, gives hardly any feedback

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius vs Kawasaki Eliminator 500

Price Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius

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