Adventure Motorcycles
2015Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Adventure
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The 2015 Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS is a middleweight adventure bike designed for riders seeking an accessible, versatile platform for both street and light off-road riding. Known for its manageable seat height, excellent fuel capacity, and dependable 645cc V-twin engine, it strikes an ideal balance between performance and practicality. The ABS-equipped model excels as an affordable entry point into adventure touring with genuine capability across varied terrain.
- Capacity
- 645.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 214.0 kg
- Seat height
- 835 mm
- Power
- 69.0 HP (50.4 kW) @ 8800 RPM
What’s new for the 2015 Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Adventure
vs the 2014| Spec | 2014 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 69.7 HP (51.3 kW) | 69.0 HP (50.4 kW) @ 8800 RPM |
| Torque | — | 60.0 Nm (6.1 kgf-m or 44.3 ft.lbs) @ 6400 RPM |
| Top speed | — | 185.0 km/h (115.0 mph) |
| Front suspension | Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped | Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped. ABS. |
| Rear suspension | Link type, coil spring, oil damped | Link type, coil spring, oil damped. ABS. |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- 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.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 645.0 ccm
- Power
- 69.0 HP (50.4 kW) @ 8800 RPM
- Torque
- 60.0 Nm (6.1 kgf-m) @ 6400 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3224 HP/kg (wet)
- 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
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 185.0 km/h (115.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1560 mm
- Overall length
- 2290 mm
- Overall width
- 835 mm
- Seat height
- 835 mm
- Wet weight
- 214.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 20.10 litres
- Ground clearance
- 175 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Twin-spar aluminum-alloy frame and swingarm
- Front suspension
- Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped. ABS.
- Rear suspension
- Link type, coil spring, oil damped. ABS.
- Front wheel travel
- 150 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 160 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS
- Front brakes diameter
- 310 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS
- Rear brakes diameter
- 260 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 110/80-R19
- Rear tyre
- 150/70-R17
Other
- Color options
- Metallic Matte Fibroin Gray
- Warranty
- 12
- Comments
- Small windscreen.
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 cc | 645 cc | 645 cc | 645 cc | 645 cc |
| Seat height | 835 mm | 835 mm | 835 mm | 835 mm | 835 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 22 L | 20.1 L | 20.1 L | 20.1 L | 20.1 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Adventure?
The 2015 Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Adventure has a Capacity of 645.0 ccm (39.36 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Adventure have?
The 2015 Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Adventure has a Power of 69.0 HP (50.4 kW) @ 8800 RPM.
How many gears does the Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Adventure have?
The 2015 Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Adventure has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Adventure?
The 2015 Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Adventure has a Torque of 60.0 Nm (6.1 kgf-m or 44.3 ft.lbs) @ 6400 RPM.
How much does the Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Adventure weigh?
The 2015 Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Adventure has a Wet weight of 214.0 kg (471.8 pounds).
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