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Suzuki V-Strom 650XT vs Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX Comparison

Compare Suzuki V-Strom 650XT vs Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX to know which is better. Detailed bikes comparison on Suzuki V-Strom 650XT vs Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX; compare on-road price, performance and other features on bike comparison site.

V-Strom 650XT vs Ninja 1000 Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsV-Strom 650XTNinja 1000
Price7.91 L12.98 L
Power645.0 CC1043.0 CC
ClassOff RoadSports
Mileage25.20 KM/L17 KM/L
V-Strom 650XT
Suzuki V-Strom 650XT
*Ex-Showroom Price
7.91 L
Ninja 1000
Kawasaki Ninja 1000
*Ex-Showroom Price
12.98 L
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Suzuki V-Strom 650XT
ABS
7.91 L
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Kawasaki Ninja 1000
SX
12.98 L

Overview

Overall Rating
7.9
8.2
Design8.008.00
Performance8.008.50
Fuel Consumption7.006.50
Significance8.508.00
Safety7.508.00
Comfort8.009.00
Value For Money8.007.75

Specifications

Engine CC645.0 CC1043.0 CC
Max TorqueN/A111.00
Top SpeedN/A244 kmph
No. of Gears6 Gears6 Gears

Features

ABS and Switchable Traction Control Yes Yes
Assist And Slipper Clutch No Yes

Pros Cons of Suzuki V-Strom 650XT

Pros

  • Adventure ready styling
  • Great ride quality
  • Excellent straight-line performance

Cons

  • Not the best handler
  • Slightly pricier
  • Misses out new features

Verdict

The Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT comes with a revised engine that now meets Euro5 and BS6 emission norms. The 645 cc 90-degree, V-Twin engine now makes 70 bhp at 8800 rpm and 62 Nm of peak torque at 6500 rpm. The motor is paired with a 6-speed gearbox.The bike carries over its semi-digital instrument console, USB charger and 12-volt power socket. Keeping its performance and features in mind, it is one of the best middleweight adventure touring motorcycles in India.

Pros Cons Kawasaki Ninja 1000

Pros

  • Nimble handling
  • Comfortable riding position
  • Extremely value friendly

Cons

  • Massive exhaust
  • Lacks pillion seat comfort
  • Expensive spares

Verdict

The Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX remains one of the most accessible litre-class full-faired offerings on sale and the in-line four-pot motor makes for a highly likeable highway companion. Powered by a 1,043 cc liquid-cooled, four-pot motor that develops 140 bhp at 10,000 rpm and 111 Nm of peak torque at 8,000 rpm, the bike has a lot of electronic aids including ABS, cruise control, three-level traction control, Kawasaki Cornering Management function, quickshifter and more.

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