Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021 vs. BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

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Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021 vs BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021 compared to BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2021
BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore81 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke62.6 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power71 HPEngine power105 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque62 NmTorque115 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque5,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.2 Compression Ratio12
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement645 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionStrut
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,275 mmLength2,210 mm
WidthWidth835 mmWidth915 mm
HeightHeight1,405 mmHeight1,450 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,560 mmWheelbase1,507 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height850 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
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

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Either it was a stroke of luck or the best developers were at work - handlebars, geometry, seat, knee angle, footrests - it just fits really well for the majority of Central Europeans. All in all, there is still no motorbike that can kill the GS.

Optimal wind protection

comfortable seat

good posture

positive ergonomics

weather robust

quiet chassis.

Seat a little too low.

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

Price Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT

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