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Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021 vs. Moto Guzzi V85 Strada 2024

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021

Moto Guzzi V85 Strada 2024

Moto Guzzi V85 Strada 2024

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Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021 vs Moto Guzzi V85 Strada 2024

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021

Moto Guzzi V85 Strada 2024

Moto Guzzi V85 Strada 2024

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021 compared to Moto Guzzi V85 Strada 2024

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021
Moto Guzzi V85 Strada 2024
Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021
Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021
Moto Guzzi V85 Strada 2024
Moto Guzzi V85 Strada 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeV
BoreBore81 mmBore84 mm
StrokeStroke62.6 mmStroke77 mm
Engine powerEngine power71 HPEngine power80 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque62 NmTorque83 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque5,100 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.2 Compression Ratio10.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeToughened
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder2
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesOHV
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement645 ccmDisplacement853 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel150 mmTravel170 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountdirect
TravelTravel159 mmTravel170 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

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

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,275 mmLength2,240 mm
WidthWidth835 mmWidth950 mm
HeightHeight1,405 mmHeight1,300 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,560 mmWheelbase1,530 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)216 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)230 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity23 l
Top SpeedTop Speed185 km/hTop Speed195 km/h
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021

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

Moto Guzzi V85 Strada 2024

Moto Guzzi V85 Strada 2024

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT vs Moto Guzzi V85 Strada

Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT

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Price Moto Guzzi V85 Strada

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