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Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023 vs. Kawasaki Vulcan S Special Edition 2017

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

Kawasaki Vulcan S Special Edition 2017

Kawasaki Vulcan S Special Edition 2017

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Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023 vs Kawasaki Vulcan S Special Edition 2017

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

Kawasaki Vulcan S Special Edition 2017

Kawasaki Vulcan S Special Edition 2017

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023 compared to Kawasaki Vulcan S Special Edition 2017

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023
Kawasaki Vulcan S Special Edition 2017
Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023
Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023
Kawasaki Vulcan S Special Edition 2017
Kawasaki Vulcan S Special Edition 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore81 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke62.6 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power71 HPEngine power61 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque62 NmTorque63 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,300 rpmRpm at Torque6,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.2 Compression Ratio10.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement645 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typePerimeter

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,275 mmLength2,310 mm
WidthWidth910 mmWidth880 mm
HeightHeight1,484 mmHeight1,100 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,560 mmWheelbase1,575 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height705 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)216 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)228 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2023

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

Kawasaki Vulcan S Special Edition 2017

Kawasaki Vulcan S Special Edition 2017

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT vs Kawasaki Vulcan S Special Edition

Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT

Model year
Current average market prices

Price Kawasaki Vulcan S Special Edition

Model year
Current average market prices

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