Honda Xr 190l vs Suzuki Dr650
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Honda Xr 190l vs Suzuki Dr650. Honda Xr 190l: ~16 hp @ 8,000 rpm (estimated) hp, ~125 kg wet/curb weight (estimated) weight, top speed ~110 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 6.5/10. Suzuki Dr650: 46 hp @ 6,400 rpm hp, 166 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 155 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Honda Xr 190l
Suzuki Dr650
Horsepower (hp)
16 hp
46 hp
Torque (Nm)
15 Nm
54 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
110 km/h
155 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
125 kg
166 kg
Type
Dual-sport
Dual-sport
Horsepower
~16 hp @ 8,000 rpm (estimated)
46 hp @ 6,400 rpm
Torque
~15 Nm @ 6,500 rpm (estimated)
54 Nm @ 5,200 rpm
Top Speed
~110 km/h (estimated)
155 km/h
Weight
~125 kg wet/curb weight (estimated)
166 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
~2.5 L/100km or ~40 km/L (estimated, based on XR190S data)
3.5–4.5 L/100km (approximately 22–28 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Honda Xr 190l
6.5/10
"Honest, cheap transportation that beginners will genuinely appreciate before inevitably upgrading."
Pros
+Near-indestructible engine reliability
+Parts everywhere, dirt cheap
+Excellent fuel economy
Cons
−Suspension punishes heavier riders
−Rear drum needs constant adjustment
−Quickly outgrown by progressing riders
Suzuki Dr650
8.0/10
"The most reliable used adventure bike under four grand, full stop."
Pros
+Bulletproof simple engine
+Dirt cheap parts availability
+Massive aftermarket support
Cons
−Stock suspension genuinely disappointing
−Carburetor needs attention
−Vibration above 70mph
Top 10 Accessories
Picks that work on either bike.
