Suzuki Dr650se vs Yamaha Xt 660
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Dr650se vs Yamaha Xt 660. Suzuki Dr650se: 46 hp @ 6,400 rpm hp, 166 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 155 km/h (estimated, note: varies with rider weight and conditions), Motoryk rating 8.2/10. Yamaha Xt 660: 48 hp @ 6,000 rpm hp, 179 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 165 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Dr650se
Yamaha Xt 660
Horsepower (hp)
46 hp
48 hp
Torque (Nm)
59 Nm
60 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
155 km/h
165 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
166 kg
179 kg
Type
Dual-sport
Dual-sport
Horsepower
46 hp @ 6,400 rpm
48 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque
59 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
60 Nm @ 5,250 rpm
Top Speed
155 km/h (estimated, note: varies with rider weight and conditions)
165 km/h
Weight
166 kg (wet/curb weight)
179 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.8 L/100km (approx. 26 km/L typical real-world average)
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Dr650se
8.2/10
"The sensible dual-sport that quietly outlasts everything around it."
Pros
+Nearly bulletproof engine reliability
+Massive parts availability worldwide
+Excellent low-speed maneuverability
Cons
−Stock suspension disappoints experienced riders
−Tiny fuel tank range
−Highway cruising feels strained
Yamaha Xt 660
7.5/10
"A dependable workhorse that rewards sensible buyers willing to inspect carefully."
Pros
+Bulletproof engine longevity
+Excellent upright riding position
+Spoked wheels tubeless-convertible
Cons
−Valve clearances often neglected
−Fuel tap O-rings fail
−Uninspiring highway performance
Top 10 Accessories
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