| Engine | Yamaha R7 | Suzuki SV650 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine code | CP2 | |
| Displacement | 689 cc | 645 cc |
| Max power | 73 hp (@8 750 RPM) | 75 hp (@8 500 RPM) |
| Max torque | 49 lb ft (@6 500 RPM) | 47 lb ft (@8 100 RPM) |
| Redline | 10 000 RPM | 10 000 RPM |
| Idling speed | 1 200 RPM | 1 200 RPM |
| Management | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Layout | DOHC Inline-2 | DOHC V-twin |
| Compression | 11.50:1 | 11.20:1 |
| Oil capacity | 2.18 quart | |
| Oil type | 10W40, 10W50 | |
| Spark plug type | NGK LMAR8A-9 | |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Valves | 8 | 8 |
| Bore | 80.0 mm | 81.0 mm |
| Stroke | 68.6 mm | 62.6 mm |
| Throttle bore | 39.0 mm | |
| Weight to power | 5.68 lbs/hp | 5.79 lbs/hp |
| Power to weight | 440 hp/2500lbs | 431 hp/2500lbs |
| Battery type | YTZ7S 12V 6Ah | YTX12-BS, 12V, 10Ah |
| Gearbox | Yamaha R7 | Suzuki SV650 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sequential | Sequential |
| Clutch | Slipper | Wet |
| Drive | Chain | Chain |
| Chain type | DID525V8 | |
| Gears count | 0 | 0 |
| Primary ratio | ||
| Final drive | ||
| 1. gear | 2.846 | |
| 2. gear | 2.125 | |
| 3. gear | 1.632 | |
| 4. gear | 1.3 | |
| 5. gear | 1.091 | |
| 6. gear | 0.964 |
| Chasis | Yamaha R7 | Suzuki SV650 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | Diamond steel frame | Trellis steel frame |
| Front susp. | KYB 41mm USD, 5.12 in travel | 41mm fork, 4.92 in travel |
| Rear susp. | Monoshock, 5.12 in travel | Link-type suspension |