Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT vs Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports Comparison

Updated: 27, Oct, 2023 04:43 AM

	Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT Ex-Showroom Price ₹ 8,85,000 * Delhi. May vary. POPULARITY This week: 10 views All time: 115200 views	Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports Ex-Showroom Price ₹ 16,01,500 * Delhi. May vary. POPULARITY This week: 7 views All time: 107684 views	Add a Bike to compare
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
	Kerb Weight
	216 kg	239 kg
	Fuel Tank Capacity
	20 litres	24.5 litres
	Wheelbase
	1560 mm	1558 mm
	Overall Length
	2275 mm	2307 mm
	Overall Width
	910 mm	963 mm
	Overall Height
	1405 mm	1523 mm
	Ground Clearance
	170 mm	210 mm
	Seat Height
	835 mm	810-830 mm
	Engine Oil Capacity
	3.0 litres	NA
COMFORT FEATURES
	Electric Start

	Pillion Footrest

	Step-up Seat/Split Seat

	Engine Kill Switch

	Mobile Charging Socket
		NA
	Pillion Grabrail

	Self Cancelling Indicators
		NA
MILEAGE AND TOP SPEED
	Mileage
	Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT mileage is 23.81 kmpl (company-claimed).	Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports mileage is 18 kmpl (approximate).
	Performance
	In terms of performance, the 650cc adventure motorcycle can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in around 5.5 seconds.	In terms of performance, the 1100cc adventure motorcycle can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in around 3.8 seconds.
	Top Speed
	Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT top speed is 190 kmph (approximate).	Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports top speed is 202 kmph (approximate).
ENGINE AND GEARBOX
	Engine cc (Displacement)
	645 cc	1082.96 cc
	Bore
	81.0 mm	92.0 mm
	Stroke
	62.6 mm	81.455 mm
	Number of Cylinders
	2	2
	Compression Ratio
	11.2:1	10.0:1
	Gearbox Type
	Constant Mesh	MT (Manual Transmission)
	Engine Details
	645cc, 2-Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC Engine	1082.96cc, Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke, SI Engine
	Number of Gears
	6	6
	Cooling
	Liquid Cooling	Liquid Cooled
	Emission Norms
	BS6-Compliant	BS6-Compliant
	Primary Reduction Ratio
	2.088 (71/34)	NA
	Lubrication
	Wet Sump	NA
	Fuel System
	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
	Final Reduction Ratio
	3.133 (47/15)	NA
	Ignition
	Electronic Ignition	NA
	Maximum Power
	70 HP @ 8800 rpm	97.89 HP @ 7500 rpm
	Maximum Torque
	62 Nm @ 6500 rpm	103 Nm @ 6000 rpm
INSTRUMENT CONSOLE FEATURES
	ABS Light

	Fuel Gauge
	Digital	Digital
	Tachometer
	Analogue	Digital
	Trip Meter
	Digital-2	Digital
	Speedometer
	Digital	Digital
	Odometer
	Digital	Digital
	Clock
	Digital	Digital
KEY FEATURES AND COMPETITORS
	Braking System
	2-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)	2-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)
	Key Features
	Advanced Traction Control System, Modes for All Conditions, Low RPM Assist, 12V DC Outlet	6.5-inch TFT Touch Screen Display, Bluetooth Smartphone/Audio Connectivity, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth Enabled Wireless Headsets, Cruise Control, Throttle By Wire System, Honda Selectable Torque Control System, Six Riding Modes, Selectable ABS & Cornering ABS, Emergency Stop Signal, Dual LED Headlights with DRL and Cornering Lights, Semi-Double Cradle Frame.
	Similar Bikes
	Kawasaki Versys 650, BMW F900XR	Kawasaki Versys 1000, BMW S1000RR, Ducati Multistrada 950S, Suzuki V-Strom 1000 XT, Triumph Tiger 950 Sport
BATTERY AND LIGHTING
	Pass Light

	Automatic Headlamp On (AHO)

	Battery Type
	Maintenance Free	Lithium Ion
	Head Light
	LED	Dual LED with DRL and Cornering Lights
	Tail Light
	LED	LED
MAXABOUT RATING AND OVERVIEW
	Design

	Performance
	In terms of performance, the 650cc adventure motorcycle can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in around 5.5 seconds.	In terms of performance, the 1100cc adventure motorcycle can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in around 3.8 seconds.
	Comfort

	Fuel Economy

	Features

	Build Quality

	Value for Money

BRAKES AND TYRES
	Tubeless Tyres

	Front Brake
	310mm Dual Discs	396mm Hydraulic Double Disc
	Rear Brake
	260mm Single Disc	306mm Hydraulic Disc
	Wheel Type
	Spoke	Spoke Wheels
	Front Tyre
	110/80-R19 M/C 59V	90/90-21 M/C 54H
	Rear Tyre
	150/70-R17 M/C 69V	150/70 R18 M/C 70H
	ABS
	2-Channel ABS	ABS 2-Channel with Rear ABS Off Switch
	Traction Control System
		NA
SUSPENSION AND CHASSIS
	Front Suspension
	Telescopic, Coil Spring, Oil Damped	Telescopic Forks
	Rear Suspension
	Link Type, Coil Spring, Oil Damped	Pro-Link
	Frame (Chassis)
	Aluminium Twin-Spar Frame	Semi Double Cradle
Miscellaneous Information
	Ex Showroom Price vs On Road Price
	Ex-Showroom Price is the Manufacturing Cost of the vehicle + Dealer/Seller Profit + GST (Goods and Service Tax) + Transportation Charges (from the manufacturing plant to the dealership). On the other hand, the On-Road Price is the actual cost you pay to the dealership to make the vehicle legal to run on the roads. It includes Ex-Showroom Price in your city + RTO Charges (Vehicle Registration) + One Time Road Tax + Insurance Charges. The On-Road Price also includes some optional things like if you opt for Genuine Accessories and Extended Warranty while buying a vehicle. Please note that the On-Road Price varies a lot across different states in India due to different percentage for the State Registration Charges.	Ex-Showroom Price is the Manufacturing Cost of the vehicle + Dealer/Seller Profit + GST (Goods and Service Tax) + Transportation Charges (from the manufacturing plant to the dealership). On the other hand, the On-Road Price is the actual cost you pay to the dealership to make the vehicle legal to run on the roads. It includes Ex-Showroom Price in your city + RTO Charges (Vehicle Registration) + One Time Road Tax + Insurance Charges. The On-Road Price also includes some optional things like if you opt for Genuine Accessories and Extended Warranty while buying a vehicle. Please note that the On-Road Price varies a lot across different states in India due to different percentage for the State Registration Charges.
Colour Options and Price in India
	2-Wheeler Type
	Adventure	Adventure
	Bike Variant
	2024 Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT	2024 Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports
	Availability Status in India
	Available	Available
	Latest Price in India
	2024 Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT price is Rs 8.85 lakh (ex-showroom).	2024 Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports price is Rs 16.01 lakh (ex-showroom).
	Colour Options
	Champion Yellow, Pearl Glacier White	Pearl Glare White Tricolour, Darkness Black Metallic
	Fuel Type
	Petrol	Petrol
	On Road Price
	2024 Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT on road price is Rs 10.19 lakh in Delhi, Rs 10.53 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 10.31 lakh in Kolkata and Rs 10.44 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest Suzuki dealership to get the exact on-road price quote in your city.	2024 Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports on road price is Rs 18.43 lakh in Delhi, Rs 19.06 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 18.66 lakh in Kolkata and Rs 18.90 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest Honda dealership to get the exact on-road price quote in your city.