Suzuki V-strom 1000 vs Suzuki V-strom 650 — which has more power?

Suzuki V-strom 1000 produces 99 hp @ 8,000 rpm; Suzuki V-strom 650 produces 71 hp @ 8,800 rpm. Suzuki V-strom 1000 wins by 28 hp.

Suzuki V-strom 1000 vs Suzuki V-strom 650 — which is faster?

Top speed: Suzuki V-strom 1000 210 km/h (estimated; manufacturer limited), Suzuki V-strom 650 185 km/h. Suzuki V-strom 1000 is the faster of the two.

Suzuki V-strom 1000 vs Suzuki V-strom 650 — which is lighter?

Weight: Suzuki V-strom 1000 228 kg (wet/curb weight), Suzuki V-strom 650 216 kg (wet/curb weight).

Suzuki V-strom 1000 vs Suzuki V-strom 650 — which is more fuel-efficient?

Fuel use: Suzuki V-strom 1000 5.5–6.5 L/100km (approx. 15–18 km/L, typical real-world average), Suzuki V-strom 650 4.5–5.5 L/100km (typical real-world average). Real-world economy varies by rider weight, traffic, and how hard the throttle gets twisted.

Suzuki V-strom 1000 vs Suzuki V-strom 650 — which is more reliable?

Motoryk rates Suzuki V-strom 1000 8.0/10 and Suzuki V-strom 650 8.5/10. Suzuki V-strom 650 scores higher on the overall verdict. Suzuki V-strom 1000 caveat: You want serious off-road or lightweight handling. Suzuki V-strom 650 caveat: You crave excitement, performance, or visual drama.

Suzuki V-strom 1000 vs Suzuki V-strom 650 — which is better for beginners?

Neither is a typical first-bike pick — Suzuki V-strom 1000 99 hp, Suzuki V-strom 650 71 hp. Consider a smaller-displacement bike for licensing year one.

Suzuki V-strom 1000 vs Suzuki V-strom 650 — which should I commute on daily?

Both can commute, but lighter weight and gentler power win in traffic. Suzuki V-strom 1000: 228 kg, 99 hp. Suzuki V-strom 650: 216 kg, 71 hp.

Suzuki V-strom 1000 vs Suzuki V-strom 650

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Suzuki V-strom 1000 vs Suzuki V-strom 650. Suzuki V-strom 1000: 99 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 228 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 210 km/h (estimated; manufacturer limited), Motoryk rating 8.0/10. Suzuki V-strom 650: 71 hp @ 8,800 rpm hp, 216 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 185 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.5/10.