Suzuki V-Strom 650 vs Yamaha Tenere 700 World Raid
Suzuki V-Strom 650 vs Yamaha Tenere 700 World Raid side by side: power, weight, seat height, tank, range, A2 licence and prices. Model years: 2017-2026 and since 2026.
Key differences
- More power: Yamaha Tenere 700 World Raid (54 vs 52 kW)
- Weights are not directly comparable: Suzuki V-Strom 650 - 213 kg (wet or dry not stated); Yamaha Tenere 700 World Raid - 220 kg (kerb weight).
- Lower seat: Suzuki V-Strom 650 (835 vs 890 mm)
- Longer range: Yamaha Tenere 700 World Raid (about 290 vs 225 miles)
| Specs | Suzuki V-Strom 650 | Yamaha Tenere 700 World Raid |
|---|---|---|
| Years | 2017-2026 | since 2026 |
| Type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Licence | A2 with restrictor kit | A2 with restrictor kit |
| Engine | 645 cc, 2 cyl. | 689 cc, 2 cyl. |
| Power | 52 kW / 70 bhp | ✓54 kW / 72 bhp (best value) |
| Torque | 62 Nm at 6500 rpm | 68 Nm at 6500 rpm |
| Weight | 213 kg (wet or dry not stated) | 220 kg (kerb weight) |
| Seat height | 835 mm (low seat 810 mm) | 890 mm |
| Suspension travel | front 150 mm, rear 160 mm | front 230 mm, rear 220 mm |
| Max load | 202 kg (rider, passenger, luggage) | 174 kg (rider, passenger, luggage) |
| ABS | ABS | ABS |
| Drive / gearbox | chain, manual | chain, manual |
| Tank | 20 l | ✓23 l (best value) |
| Fuel use | 59 mpg (4.8 l/100 km) | ✓66 mpg (4.3 l/100 km) (best value) |
| Range on one tank | 225 miles | ✓290 miles (best value) |
| Used price (estimate) | £5,100 - £8,400 | £10,600 |
| New price (official German list, converted) | - | £11,800 |
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Yamaha Tenere 700 World Raid: Watch out
- Tall seat: 850 mm or more - see "Will your feet reach the ground?"
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