Kawasaki Vulcan S 2016 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2016

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2016

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

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Overview - Kawasaki Vulcan S 2016 vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2016

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2016

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Vulcan S 2016 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2016
Suzuki V-Strom 650 2011

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore83 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke62.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power61 HPEngine power67 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,800 rpm
TorqueTorque63 NmTorque60 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,600 rpmRpm at Torque6,400 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio11.5
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement645 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typePerimeterFrame typeTwin-Spar

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle 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 diameter18 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,310 mmLength2,290 mm
WidthWidth880 mmWidth840 mm
HeightHeight1,100 mmHeight1,390 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,555 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height705 mmSeat Height820 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)228 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)220 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity22 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2016

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2016

No matter which platform Kawasaki puts the 650 cubic two-cylinder in, the result is always a great motorbike! Even though the engine is unusually rev-happy for a cruiser, it results in a cruiser that actually qualifies as a sports cruiser when paired with the sporty chassis set-up. The only brake is the limited lean angle clearance, but this will not deter lovers of hearty footrest grinding. With such a good bike, we hope that Kawasaki will follow suit - after all, the Vulcan S has been with us almost unchanged since 2015.

powerful engine

chassis tuning with sporty Kawasaki DNA

real cruiser seating position

easy-to-read display

potential in tuning

Appearance a little outdated

moderate wind protection

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 Kawasaki Vulcan S vs Suzuki V-Strom 650

Price Kawasaki Vulcan S

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Price Suzuki V-Strom 650

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