BMW R 1200 GS 2016 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

BMW R 1200 GS 2016

BMW R 1200 GS 2016

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

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Overview - BMW R 1200 GS 2016 vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

BMW R 1200 GS 2016

BMW R 1200 GS 2016

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS 2016 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

BMW R 1200 GS 2016
Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore101 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke62.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power125 HPEngine power67 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,700 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpm
TorqueTorque125 NmTorque60 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,400 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio11.5
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement645 ccm

Suspension Front

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin Tube, Load-bearing engineFrame typeTwin-Spar

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble 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 diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width170 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,207 mmLength2,290 mm
WidthWidth953 mmWidth840 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,507 mmWheelbase1,555 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height820 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)238 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)220 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity22 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS 2016

BMW R 1200 GS 2016

A GS is at home almost anywhere - but only to a limited extent on the racetrack. It's a pleasure to feel the power of the partially water-cooled boxer twin cylinder on the exit of the bend - 125 hp only seems much weaker on paper than 150 or even 160 hp on the competition. With 125 Newton metres of torque, the acceleration from the bottom is superb anyway and the GS, at 238 kilos ready to ride, does not carry too much flab despite its bulky appearance. In very tight corners, the low centre of gravity also has a positive effect - the BMW R 1200 GS is very hard to crack! Even the front telelever suspension, which suppresses the front wheel's tendency to sink in under braking, fits perfectly into the GS's overall package and only slightly detracts from its sporty character.

powerful engine

low consumption

comfortable seating position

can also be used off-road

high reputation

Long and expensive surcharge side

Telelever front suspension takes some getting used to

Brake very sharp.

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

A very well-equipped Suzuki, the likes of which you don't see every day. From the extensively integrated electronics to the pleasant riding experience, you basically have everything you need for motorcycling.

Relatively low overall weight

pleasant sound

positive ergonomics and seat comfort

strong, well-controllable brakes

ABS

well equipped.

The engine does tend to slow down with a passenger on long journeys.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS vs Suzuki V-Strom 650

Price BMW R 1200 GS

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