Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2016 vs. Yamaha XSR900 2016
Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2016
Yamaha XSR900 2016
Technical Specifications Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2016 compared to Yamaha XSR900 2016
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2016
The Suzuki Gladius SFV 650 is an honest, easy-to-understand bike with a strong confidence factor. It does not impress with extremes, but with its balance, suitability for everyday use and an engine that loses none of its charm even after years. A bike that gives pleasure for a lengthy period of time without demanding or boring its rider.
Yamaha XSR900 2016
The Yamaha XSR900 is a classic case of optical illusion – with its round headlight, angular fuel tank and mounted rear light, it clearly comes across as a retro bike. However, it’s no coincidence that its performance is reminiscent of the powerful mid-range naked bike, the Yamaha MT-09, as that is the extremely sporty basis for the XSR900. The engine is therefore a real force to be reckoned with, and the brakes, as you’d expect, bite with real ferocity. Fortunately, the engineers haven’t gone overboard with the suspension; the XSR900 offers plenty of comfort, and the upright riding position is more relaxed than one might expect given the engine’s powerful acceleration. Within the retro bike segment, the XSR900 is yet one of the sportiest models overall.
