Suzuki Marauder 800 vs Yamaha V-star 650
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Marauder 800 vs Yamaha V-star 650. Suzuki Marauder 800: 45 hp @ 6,500 rpm hp, 228 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 170 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Yamaha V-star 650: 40 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 228 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 160 km/h (estimated, note: governed by gearing and aerodynamics), Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Marauder 800
Yamaha V-star 650
Horsepower (hp)
45 hp
40 hp
Torque (Nm)
60 Nm
50 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
170 km/h
160 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
228 kg
228 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
45 hp @ 6,500 rpm
40 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
60 Nm @ 3,500 rpm
50 Nm @ 5,500 rpm
Top Speed
170 km/h (estimated)
160 km/h (estimated, note: governed by gearing and aerodynamics)
Weight
228 kg (wet/curb weight)
228 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
3.8 L/100km (approx. 26 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Marauder 800
7.5/10
"Reliable, undervalued cruiser that rewards patient used buyers."
Pros
+Near-indestructible V-twin engine
+Cheap used market prices
+Surprisingly nimble handling
Cons
−Carbs need regular attention
−Chrome pits with neglect
−Lacks character above 60mph
Yamaha V-star 650
7.5/10
"The most reliable cheap cruiser you can buy used today."
Pros
+Virtually unbreakable drivetrain
+Low accessible seat height
+Massive cheap aftermarket support
Cons
−Buzzy above 70mph
−Weak stock suspension
−Carb gums when neglected
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