Ducati Multistrada 620 vs Suzuki Dl650 V-strom
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Ducati Multistrada 620
Suzuki Dl650 V-strom
Horsepower (hp)
62 hp
71 hp
Torque (Nm)
54 Nm
62 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
185 km/h
195 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
185 kg
216 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
62 hp @ 8,750 rpm
71 hp @ 8,800 rpm
Torque
54 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
62 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
185 km/h (estimated)
195 km/h
Weight
185 kg (wet/curb weight)
216 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L, typical real-world average)
5.0–5.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Ducati Multistrada 620
7.5/10
"Brilliant used buy only if service history is impeccable."
Pros
+Genuine Ducati character, reasonable cost
+Surprisingly torquey mid-range punch
+Excellent upright ergonomics
Cons
−Expensive desmo service intervals
−Electrical reliability questionable
−Neglected examples are money pits
Suzuki Dl650 V-strom
8.2/10
"The unglamorous Swiss Army knife that never, ever lets you down."
Pros
+Virtually indestructible engine
+Excellent long-distance fuel economy
+Cheap parts availability
Cons
−Uninspiring below 4,000rpm
−Stock suspension feels wallowy loaded
−Wind protection barely adequate
Top 10 Accessories
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