Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2022 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2022

Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2022 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2022
Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore77 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke62.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power120 HPEngine power49 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpm
TorqueTorque102 NmTorque60 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,400 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.3 Compression Ratio11.5
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement645 ccm

Suspension Front

AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

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
LengthLength2,240 mmLength2,290 mm
WidthWidth950 mmWidth840 mm
HeightHeight1,530 mmHeight1,390 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,520 mmWheelbase1,555 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height820 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)257 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)220 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity22 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2022

Kawasaki Versys 1000 S 2022

Versys stands for "versatile system" and that is exactly what the Kawasaki tourer actually represents. Comfort and sportiness, slow and fast, short and long - the Versys can do it all. The chassis responds superbly, the handling is absolutely effortless, the engine emotional and at the same time sensible. In this price range, it is hard to impossible to find a better compromise.

Engine is smooth yet emotional

high-quality chassis

terrific wind protection

great seat comfort

effortless handling

completely neutral behaviour when leaned over

Quickshifter works poorly at low revs

windshield adjustment cannot be operated while driving

cruise control takes some getting used to.

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

In principle, you can do anything with a V-Strom. It is, for example, a faithful hack'n moped that reliably gets you to work day after day. But it's also a weekend bike that you can take to the Kalte Kuchl or the Soboth on a Sunday. And of course, the V-Strom is particularly well suited for extended tours and trips.

Good-natured chassis

relaxed seating position

relatively powerful engine

aggressive exhaust trim

handguards

relaxed riding feel.

Not a really sophisticated look

windscreen a little too small.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 1000 S vs Suzuki V-Strom 650

Price Kawasaki Versys 1000 S

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Price Suzuki V-Strom 650

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