Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 vs. KTM 890 Adventure 2022

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

KTM 890 Adventure 2022
Vue d’ensemble - Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 vs KTM 890 Adventure 2022
The Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 and the KTM 890 Adventure 2022 are both enduro motorcycles that offer unique features and capabilities.
Starting with the engine and drive train, the Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 has a bore of 81 mm and a stroke of 62.6 mm, resulting in an engine displacement of 645 ccm. It generates 49 HP of engine power and 60 Nm of torque. The transmission is chain-driven. On the other hand, the KTM 890 Adventure 2022 has a larger bore of 90.7 mm and stroke of 68.8 mm, resulting in a displacement of 889 ccm. It offers a more powerful engine with 105 HP of engine power and 100 Nm of torque. Like the Suzuki, it also has a chain-driven transmission.
In terms of suspension, the Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 only offers preload adjustment for the rear suspension. On the other hand, the KTM 890 Adventure 2022 provides both preload and rebound adjustment for the rear suspension, allowing for more precise tuning and customization.

Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009
When it comes to the chassis, the Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 features an aluminum frame with a twin-spar design. The KTM 890 Adventure 2022, on the other hand, has a chromium-molybdenum frame with a tubular, load-bearing engine design. This design choice contributes to the KTM's comparatively lower weight, making it more agile and maneuverable.
In terms of brakes, both motorcycles feature double disk brakes at the front. This provides reliable stopping power and control.
Moving on to dimensions and weights, the Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 has a front tire diameter of 19 inches and a rear tire width of 150 mm. The rear tire diameter is 17 inches. It has a wheelbase of 1555 mm and a seat height of 820 mm. The fuel tank capacity is 22 liters. On the other hand, the KTM 890 Adventure 2022 has a larger front tire diameter of 21 inches and the same rear tire width of 150 mm. The rear tire diameter is 18 inches. It has a slightly shorter wheelbase of 1528 mm but a higher seat height of 850 mm. The fuel tank capacity is slightly smaller at 20 liters.

KTM 890 Adventure 2022
In terms of strengths, the Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 is praised for its good-natured chassis, relaxed seating position, relatively powerful engine, aggressive exhaust trim, handguards, and relaxed riding feel. On the other hand, the KTM 890 Adventure 2022 is commended for its proven and confident engine, comparatively low weight, improved chassis, more comfortable seat, combination of riding modes and ABS settings, excellent quickshifter, and the fact that it is made in Austria.
However, the Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 does have some weaknesses. It is criticized for not having a sophisticated look and having a windscreen that is a little too small. On the other hand, the KTM 890 Adventure 2022 has its own weaknesses, including a non-adjustable windshield, too little suspension travel for hard terrain, and many useful extras that come at an extra cost.
Overall, both the Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 and the KTM 890 Adventure 2022 offer their own unique strengths and weaknesses. It ultimately depends on the rider's preferences and priorities when choosing between these two enduro motorcycles.
Caractéristiques techniques Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 par rapport à KTM 890 Adventure 2022
Avantages et inconvénients en comparaison
Avantages et inconvénients en comparaison
Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009

En principe, on peut tout faire avec une V-Strom. C'est par exemple un fidèle "hack'n moped" qui vous emmène jour après jour au travail en toute fiabilité. Mais c'est aussi la moto du week-end, avec laquelle on peut faire le tour de la Kalte Kuchl ou de la Soboth le dimanche. Et bien sûr, le V-Strom est particulièrement adapté aux longs trajets et aux voyages.
KTM 890 Adventure 2022

Elle reste l'une des enduros de voyage les plus sportives du marché. Peu d'autres motos d'aventure de classe moyenne avec une roue avant de 21 pouces peuvent être manœuvrées avec autant de rapidité, de dureté et de précision que la KTM. Pour 2023, elle a été dotée d'un châssis révisé et désormais réglable, qui correspond toujours à son caractère sportif, mais qui assure un peu plus de confort en selle. Le moteur peut désormais être considéré comme définitivement au point. Avec son caractère puissant, sa réactivité propre et ses vibrations quasi inexistantes, le moteur de Mattighofen a de nombreux fans. Avec la mise à jour du modèle, une nouvelle électronique a fait son apparition sur la KTM. L'ABS et le contrôle de traction se règlent désormais de manière plus sensible et sont mieux configurés en fonction des modes de conduite. Le nouvel écran de 5 pouces offre toujours une vue d'ensemble parfaite.
Comparaison des prix Prix moyen du marché Suzuki V-Strom 650 vs KTM 890 Adventure
There are a few key differences between a Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 and a KTM 890 Adventure 2022. In terms of price, the actual average price of a KTM 890 Adventure 2022 is about 150% higher. A Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 experiences a loss of 20 USD in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 370 USD for a KTM 890 Adventure 2022. Compared to KTM 890 Adventure 2022 there are less Suzuki V-Strom 650 2009 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 6 compared to 30. It takes less time to sell a Suzuki V-Strom 650 with 43 days compared to 112 days for a KTM 890 Adventure. Since model year 2005 1000PS.de editors have written 38 reviews for the Suzuki V-Strom 650 and 16 reviews for the KTM 890 Adventure since model year 2021. The first review for the Suzuki V-Strom 650 was published on 9/16/2003 and now has more than 4,000 views. This compares to more than 59,500 views for the first review on KTM 890 Adventure published on 10/22/2020.