For the 2013 model year, the Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Tourer motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 471.8 lb (214 kg).
Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Tourer weight overview
At this weight, footing and parking technique matter. Once moving, geometry and balance can disguise the mass, but you still have to manage the full weight at walking speed.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Tourer?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Tourer is lighter than about 95% of 30 Suzuki sport-touring motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Ready-to-ride weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Tourer weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2013 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 471.8 lb (214 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 645 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 5.28 US gal (20 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 32.8 lb (14.9 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.37 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 73.1 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 7% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Tourer weight FAQ
What is the Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Tourer wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 471.8 lb (214 kg) across the model years covered here. That figure is the most useful available number for real-world handling because operating fluids and fuel are included.
Is the Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Tourer lighter or heavier than other Suzuki sport-touring motorcycles?
It is comparatively light for this Suzuki category. The model lands near the 5th percentile for weight in the compatible dataset.
How much does a full tank add to the Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Tourer?
Based on the supplied 5.28 US gal (20 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 32.8 lb (14.9 kg) when full. On models with a wet/running weight, that fuel mass is already included in the listed ready-to-ride figure.
What is the combined Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Tourer and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 651.8 lb (295.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Tourer displacement per pound?
The available figures work out to 1.37 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
What is the Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Tourer weight difference versus the category median?
Compared with the median Suzuki sport-touring motorcycle weight of 523.6 lb (237.5 kg), the model is roughly 51.8 lb (23.5 kg) lighter.
Where will I notice the Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Tourer weight most?
The main challenge is low-speed and stationary handling. Once moving the chassis may disguise the mass, but backing up or holding it on a slope still means managing the full weight.
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.