Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2010 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2018

Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2010

Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2010

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2018

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2018

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Overview - Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2010 vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2018

Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2010

Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2010

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2018

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2018

Technical Specifications Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2010 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2018

Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2010
Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeV
BoreBore98 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke66 mmStroke62.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power94 HPEngine power71 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpm
TorqueTorque98 NmTorque62 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio9.8 Compression Ratio11.2
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
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
DisplacementDisplacement996 ccmDisplacement645 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTwin Tube

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonThree pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonThree pistonsPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height80 %
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
LengthLength2,305 mmLength2,275 mm
WidthWidth925 mmWidth835 mm
HeightHeight1,465 mmHeight1,405 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,555 mmWheelbase1,560 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height838 mmSeat Height830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)276 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)216 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity25 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2010

Honda XL 1000 V Varadero 2010

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda XL 1000 V Varadero vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT

Price Honda XL 1000 V Varadero

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Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT

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