Aprilia Dorsoduro 900 2018 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2017

Aprilia Dorsoduro 900 2018

Aprilia Dorsoduro 900 2018

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2017

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2017

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Technical Specifications Aprilia Dorsoduro 900 2018 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2017

Aprilia Dorsoduro 900 2018
Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeV
BoreBore92 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke67.4 mmStroke62.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power95.2 HPEngine power71 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpm
TorqueTorque90 NmTorque62 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11 Compression Ratio11.2
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 cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement896.1 ccmDisplacement645 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel160 mmTravel150 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel160 mmTravel159 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTwin Tube

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,210 mmLength2,275 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,505 mmWheelbase1,560 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height870 mmSeat Height830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)212 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)216 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity11.5 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Aprilia Dorsoduro 900 2018

Aprilia Dorsoduro 900 2018

Aprilia's Dorsoduro 900 is a familiar candidate in the supermoto segment. Power and handling are not at the top of the field, but they are perfectly sufficient to make it a real fun bike for the country road. Moreover, the Dorsoduro is considered a comparatively rare motorbike, which is why you certainly won't get lost in the crowd at the motorbike meeting. The Aprilia Dorsoduro 900 is our recommendation for all those who want supermoto looks but also want to ride longer tours in a relaxed manner.

smooth engine

good sound

easy handling

extensive assistance systems

nice looks

could have a bit more power

high seat

high weight

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2017

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2017

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Aprilia Dorsoduro 900 vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT

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