Dual-Sport Motorcycles
1990Suzuki DR 650 R Dakar
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The 1990 Suzuki DR 650 R Dakar is a lightweight enduro designed for adventurous riders seeking reliable off-road performance. Its air-cooled single-cylinder engine delivers accessible power with excellent fuel efficiency, while the nimble 176kg chassis excels on varied terrain. Best known for dependable long-distance capability and user-friendly handling, it remains an iconic choice for dual-sport exploration.
- Capacity
- 640.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 176.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 45.0 HP (33.1 kW) @ 6800 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily for off-road exploration, trail riding, and long-distance adventure travel rather than outright speed or paved-road performance.
- Built for
- A rugged, no-frills big-bore enduro with a torquey air-cooled single, simple mechanicals, and Dakar-inspired long-travel capability.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders seeking high top speed, sport-touring comfort, or a bike optimized for smooth highway cruising with a passenger.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 640.0 ccm
- Power
- 45.0 HP (33.1 kW) @ 6800 RPM
- Engine type
- Single
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2557 HP/kg
- Bore x stroke
- 95.0 x 90.4 mm
- Compression
- 9.7:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 151.0 km/h (93.8 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 90/90-21
- Rear tyre
- 120/90-17
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1990 | 1991 | 1992 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 640 cc | 640 cc | 640 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 21 L | 21 L | 17 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Suzuki DR 650 R Dakar?
The 1990 Suzuki DR 650 R Dakar has a Capacity of 640.0 ccm (39.06 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Suzuki DR 650 R Dakar have?
The 1990 Suzuki DR 650 R Dakar has a Power of 45.0 HP (33.1 kW) @ 6800 RPM.
How many gears does the Suzuki DR 650 R Dakar have?
The 1990 Suzuki DR 650 R Dakar has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Suzuki DR 650 R Dakar weigh?
The 1990 Suzuki DR 650 R Dakar has a Wet weight of 176.0 kg (388.0 pounds).
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