Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023 vs. BMW R 1200 GS 2005

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023

BMW R 1200 GS 2005

BMW R 1200 GS 2005

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Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023 vs BMW R 1200 GS 2005

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023

BMW R 1200 GS 2005

BMW R 1200 GS 2005

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023 compared to BMW R 1200 GS 2005

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023
BMW R 1200 GS 2005

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power71 HPEngine power98 HP
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement645 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

WheelbaseWheelbase1,560 mmWheelbase1,519 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height840 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 2023

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2023

The small V-Strom 650 is not only visually close to the big V-Strom 1000 with its pronounced duckbill, stacked headlights and extensive instruments. The equipment does not correspond at all to what is understood by "cheap entry": traction control, lively Euro4 engine, harmonious handling and additional techno-gadgets such as Low RPM Assist or Suzuki Easy Start System. To the delight of the customers, the price is kept within reasonable limits.

Lively, economical engine

balanced handling

good wind protection

traction control and ABS as standard

looks in the style of its big sister

extensive instrumentation with gear indicator

12-volt socket in the cockpit area

good price.

Traction control in mode 2 very restrictive

BMW R 1200 GS 2005

BMW R 1200 GS 2005

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 vs BMW R 1200 GS

Price Suzuki V-Strom 650

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Price BMW R 1200 GS

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