Adventure Motorcycles

2012Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Adventure

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The 2012 Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Adventure is a versatile middleweight adventure bike ideal for riders seeking accessible on and off-road capability. Powered by a reliable 645cc V-twin engine paired with a 6-speed transmission, it delivers balanced performance for both street and light trail riding. Known for its upright ergonomics, practical fuel injection system, and optional ABS braking, it remains a popular choice for adventure touring enthusiasts.

Capacity: 645.0 ccm
Engine: V -Twin twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Wet weight: 235.0 kg
Seat height: 835 mm
Power: 69.7 HP

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail60%

Cornering65%

City riding65%

Daily riding80%

Touring88%

Two-up75%

Track30%

Best for: Built as a versatile adventure-tourer that handles daily commuting, long-distance highway travel, and light gravel roads with equal competence.
Built for: A relaxed, torquey V-twin personality paired with a comfortable upright riding position that rewards smooth, unhurried riding over aggressive sport riding.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders chasing track-day thrills or serious hardcore off-road adventure capability.

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Inseam (optional)

Units

At 835mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2012 Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Adventure, with a moderate knee angle of around 90 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 645.0 ccm
Power: 69.7 HP
Engine type: V -Twin twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.2966 HP/kg
Bore x stroke: 81.0 x 62.6 mm
Compression: 11.2:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Electronic
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Wet sump
Torque: Not on record - add it

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1560 mm
Overall length: 2290 mm
Overall width: 1143 mm
Seat height: 835 mm
Wet weight: 235.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 22.00 litres
Ground clearance: 175 mm
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Front suspension: Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear suspension: Link type, coil spring, oil damped

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. ABS
Front brakes diameter: 310 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. ABS
Rear brakes diameter: 260 mm
Front tyre: 110/80-R19
Rear tyre: 150/70-R17

Other

Color options: Black
Warranty: 12

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	2012	2014	2015	2017	2018
Capacity	645.00 ccm (39.36 cubic inches)	645.00 ccm (39.36 cubic inches)	—	—	—
Seat height	835 mm (32.9 inches)	835 mm (32.9 inches)	835 mm (32.9 inches)	835 mm (32.9 inches)	835 mm (32.9 inches)
Fuel capacity	22.00 litres (5.81 gallons)	20.06 litres (5.30 gallons)	20.06 litres (5.30 gallons)	20.06 litres (5.30 gallons)	20.06 litres (5.30 gallons)
Color options	Black	Metallic Thunder Gray	Metallic Matte Fibroin Gray	Metallic Matte Fibroin Gray	Metallic Matte Fibroin Gray