For the 2011 model year, the Suzuki V-Strom 650 Traveller motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 416.7 lb (189 kg).
Suzuki V-Strom 650 Traveller weight overview
This is neither unusually light nor extremely heavy. For most riders the practical weight question is more about seat height, center of mass and low-speed balance than the scale number alone. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.
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Dry weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Suzuki V-Strom 650 Traveller weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2011 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 416.7 lb (189 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 645 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 5.81 US gal (22 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 36.1 lb (16.4 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.55 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 64.6 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 8.7% |
| Weight with full tank | 452.8 lb (205.4 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Suzuki V-Strom 650 Traveller weight FAQ
How heavy is the Suzuki V-Strom 650 Traveller?
Listed dry weight is 416.7 lb (189 kg). Because no usable wet/running figure was supplied, treat that as a lower starting point rather than the exact on-road weight.
How much does the Suzuki V-Strom 650 Traveller fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 5.81 US gal (22 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 36.1 lb (16.4 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Suzuki curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Suzuki V-Strom 650 Traveller with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 596.7 lb (270.6 kg) using the representative dry figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
Can I treat the Suzuki V-Strom 650 Traveller dry weight as curb weight?
No. The usable figure is dry weight, so it excludes at least some operating fluids. Dry weight plus the estimated full fuel load is about 452.8 lb (205.4 kg), and oil/coolant or definition differences may add more.
What is the estimated Suzuki V-Strom 650 Traveller weight with a full tank of gas?
Using the listed dry weight plus the calculated fuel mass, the estimated weight with a full tank is 452.8 lb (205.4 kg). That still may not equal official curb weight because dry-weight definitions can exclude other fluids or equipment.
How many cc does the Suzuki V-Strom 650 Traveller have per pound?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 1.55 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
Will the Suzuki V-Strom 650 Traveller feel heavy at low speed?
It is most likely to feel heavy while stopped, backing up or on a slope rather than once settled at normal riding speed. Seat height and center of gravity matter a lot.
Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market, equipment and the exact dry/curb-weight definition. Calculated fuel-weight and ratio figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Confirm critical figures in the owner’s manual or on the official Suzuki Cycles website.