| Engine | Honda CB650R | Suzuki DL 1000 V-Strom |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 649 cc | 1037 cc |
| Max power | 94 hp (@12 000 RPM) | 99 hp (@8 000 RPM) |
| Max torque | 47 lb ft (@8 500 RPM) | 75 lb ft (@4 000 RPM) |
| Redline | 12 000 RPM | 9 200 RPM |
| Idling speed | 1 200 RPM | 1 200 RPM |
| Management | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Layout | DOHC Inline-4 | DOHC V-twin |
| Compression | 11.60:1 | 11.30:1 |
| Oil capacity | 2.56 quart | 2.93 quart |
| Spark plug type | LMAR8BI-9 | |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Valves | 16 | 8 |
| Bore | 67.0 mm | 100.0 mm |
| Stroke | 46.0 mm | 66.0 mm |
| Throttle bore | 32.0 mm | 45.0 mm |
| Weight to power | 4.74 lbs/hp | 5.10 lbs/hp |
| Power to weight | 527 hp/2500lbs | 490 hp/2500lbs |
| Battery type | 12V 8.6Ah | 12V 12Ah |
| Gearbox | Honda CB650R | Suzuki DL 1000 V-Strom |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sequential | Sequential |
| Clutch | Slipper | Wet |
| Drive | Chain | Chain |
| Chain type | 525 | RK525SMOZ8, 116 links |
| Gears count | 6 | 6 |
| Primary ratio | 1.69 | 1.838 |
| Final drive | 2.8 | 2.411 |
| 1. gear | 3.07 (61 mph) | 3.0 (52 mph) |
| 2. gear | 2.35 (79 mph) | 1.933 (81 mph) |
| 3. gear | 1.888 (99 mph) | 1.5 (104 mph) |
| 4. gear | 1.56 (120 mph) | 1.227 (127 mph) |
| 5. gear | 1.37 (137 mph) | 1.086 (143 mph) |
| 6. gear | 1.21 (155 mph) | 1.0 (156 mph) |
| Chasis | Honda CB650R | Suzuki DL 1000 V-Strom |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | Steel diamond frame | Aluminum |
| Front susp. | 41mm Showa, Separate Function Fork USD, 4.72 in travel | KYB 43mm USD, 6.30 in travel |
| Rear susp. | Showa monoshock, 5.04 in travel | Monoshock, 6.30 in travel |