Yamaha Virago 535 vs Suzuki Vzr1800 Intruder M1800r
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Virago 535 vs Suzuki Vzr1800 Intruder M1800r. Yamaha Virago 535: 40 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 181 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 155 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Suzuki Vzr1800 Intruder M1800r: 127 hp @ 6,000 rpm hp, 347 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 200 km/h (electronically limited; estimated, as Suzuki did not publish an official figure), Motoryk rating 8.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Virago 535
Suzuki Vzr1800 Intruder M1800r
Horsepower (hp)
40 hp
127 hp
Torque (Nm)
44 Nm
163 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
155 km/h
200 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
181 kg
347 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
40 hp @ 7,500 rpm
127 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque
44 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
163 Nm @ 3,200 rpm
Top Speed
155 km/h
200 km/h (electronically limited; estimated, as Suzuki did not publish an official figure)
Weight
181 kg (wet/curb weight)
347 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L typical real-world average)
6.5–7.5 L/100km (approx. 13–15 km/L, real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Virago 535
7.5/10
"A brilliant starter cruiser if you buy smart and inspect carefully."
Pros
+Dead reliable when maintained
+Cheap parts everywhere
+Forgiving low-speed handling
Cons
−Carbs need attention always
−Charging system fails regularly
−Worn suspension almost universal
Suzuki Vzr1800 Intruder M1800r
8.0/10
"The best value muscle cruiser you can buy used today."
Pros
+Indestructible V-twin engine
+Shaft drive, zero hassle
+Stunning visual presence
Cons
−Serious heat from engine
−Heavy at low speeds
−Suspension soft with passenger
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