| Engine | Suzuki SV650 | Yamaha MT-07 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine code | CP2 | |
| Displacement | 645 cc | 689 cc |
| Max power | 75 hp (@8 500 RPM) | 74 hp (@9 000 RPM) |
| Max torque | 47 lb ft (@8 100 RPM) | 50 lb ft (@6 500 RPM) |
| Redline | 10 000 RPM | 9 000 RPM |
| Idling speed | 1 200 RPM | 1 200 RPM |
| Management | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Layout | DOHC V-twin | DOHC Inline-2 |
| Compression | 11.20:1 | 11.50:1 |
| Oil capacity | 2.18 quart | |
| Oil type | YAMALUBE 10W40 | |
| Spark plug type | NGK LMAR8A-9 | |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Valves | 8 | 8 |
| Bore | 81.0 mm | 80.0 mm |
| Stroke | 62.6 mm | 68.6 mm |
| Throttle bore | 39.0 mm | 38.0 mm |
| Weight to power | 5.79 lbs/hp | 5.33 lbs/hp |
| Power to weight | 431 hp/2500lbs | 468 hp/2500lbs |
| Battery type | YTX12-BS, 12V, 10Ah | YTZ10S |
| Gearbox | Suzuki SV650 | Yamaha MT-07 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sequential | Sequential |
| Clutch | Wet | Wet |
| Drive | Chain | Chain |
| Chain type | DID525V8 | DID 525VX3 |
| Gears count | 0 | 6 |
| Primary ratio | 1.925 | |
| Final drive | 2.688 | |
| 1. gear | 2.846 (45 mph) | |
| 2. gear | 2.125 (60 mph) | |
| 3. gear | 1.632 (79 mph) | |
| 4. gear | 1.3 (99 mph) | |
| 5. gear | 1.091 (117 mph) | |
| 6. gear | 0.964 (133 mph) |
| Chasis | Suzuki SV650 | Yamaha MT-07 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | Trellis steel frame | Diamond |
| Front susp. | 41mm fork, 4.92 in travel | Telescopic fork, 5.12 in travel |
| Rear susp. | Link-type suspension | Monoshock, 5.12 in travel |