2026 Benelli TRK 702 vs 2026 Suzuki V-Strom 650XT - Spec Comparison
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2026 Benelli TRK 702
The 2026 Benelli TRK 702 is a road-biased adventure tourer aimed at riders who want long-distance comfort and touring range without a premium price tag. Its 698 cc liquid-cooled parallel twin makes 51.5 kW (70 PS) at 8000 rpm and 70 Nm at 6000 rpm, backed by a 20-litre tank. It's best known for offering big-bike touring presence and value in the middleweight adventure class.
2026 Suzuki V-Strom 650XT
The 2026 Suzuki V-Strom 650XT is a capable adventure-sport middleweight powered by a 645cc V-Twin engine delivering 70 horsepower and 69 Nm of torque. Ideal for riders seeking versatility, it excels at both on-road performance and light off-road exploration with its balanced ergonomics and manageable power delivery. Known for reliability and value, this middleweight adventurer suits experienced beginners through intermediate riders exploring diverse terrain.
2026 Benelli TRK 702 vs 2026 Suzuki V-Strom 650XT: the key differences
Both are adventure bikes, so this is a like-for-like choice.
- The 2026 Benelli TRK 702 has a 25 mm lower seat (810 vs 835 mm), which helps shorter riders.
2026 Benelli TRK 702: Designed as a versatile all-rounder for mixed commuting, weekend rides, and light touring rather than outright performance or serious off-road use.
2026 Suzuki V-Strom 650XT: Built as an adventure-touring machine that balances comfortable long-distance road riding with light-to-moderate off-road capability rather than outright speed or track performance.
Verdict: Choose the 2026 Benelli TRK 702 if you want a lower seat. Check the full table below for every figure, and the size comparison for fit.
| Specification | 2026 Benelli TRK 702 | 2026 Suzuki V-Strom 650XT |
|---|---|---|
| Other | ||
| Category | Adventure | Adventure |
| Color Options | Anthracite Grey, Forest Green, Pearl White | Pearl Vigor Blue/Pearl Brilliant White |
| Comments | Chinese made bike. | Windscreen. Advanced Traction Control System, Easy Start System, Low RPM Assist. |
| Fuel Tank Material | Metal | - |
| Carrying capacity | - | Rear rack. |
| Spark plugs | - | NGK MR8E-9 |
| Chain size | - | 525 |
| Engine | ||
| Capacity: | 698.0 ccm (42.59 cubic inches) | 645.0 ccm (39.36 cubic inches) |
| CO2 Emissions | 117 CO2 g/km | - |
| EPA Certificate No. | TQJNC.698MCA-004 | - |
| EPA Est. Fuel Consumption | 4.98 L/100km (47.2 US mpg) | - |
| EPA CO Emissions | 1.3 CO g/km | - |
| Engine Type | Parallel Twin, four-stroke | V-Twin, four-stroke |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.60 litres/100 km (21.7 km/l or 51.13 mpg) | ✓3.50 litres/100 km (28.6 km/l or 67.20 mpg) |
| Bore x Stroke | 83.0 x 64.5 mm (3.3 x 2.5 inches) | 81.0 x 62.6 mm (3.2 x 2.5 inches) |
| Compression | 11.6:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Cooling System | Liquid | Liquid |
| Fuel System | Injection | Injection |
| Starting | Electric | Electric |
| Ignition | TCI | Electronic |
| Aspiration | Naturally aspirated | - |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | - |
| Lubrication System | Forced lubrication with wet sump | Wet sump |
| Performance | ||
| Power | 69.1 HP (51.5 kW) @ 8000 RPM | ✓69.7 HP (51.8 kW) @ 8800 RPM |
| Torque | ✓70.0 Nm (7.1 kgf-m or 51.6 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM | 69.0 Nm (7.0 kgf-m or 50.9 ft.lbs) @ 6300 RPM |
| Power/Weight Ratio | 0.3155 HP/kg (dry) | 0.3272 HP/kg (dry) |
| Top Speed | 180.0 km/h (111.8 mph) | ✓185.0 km/h (115.0 mph) |
| Chassis & suspension | ||
| Frame | Trestle steel tubes and plates | Twin-spar aluminum-alloy |
| Front Suspension | Upside down telescopic fork 50mm | Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
| Rear Suspension | Rear aluminum swing arm with central shock absorber adjustable in spring preload and hydraulic rebound brake | Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped |
| Front Wheel Travel | 140 mm (5.5 inches) | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Rear Wheel Travel | 27 mm (1.1 inches) | 160 mm (6.3 inches) |
| Ground Clearance | 190 mm (7.5 inches) | 170 mm (6.7 inches) |
| Transmission | ||
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Final Drive | Chain | Chain |
| Clutch | Multidisc wet clutch | Wet multiplate |
| Brakes & wheels | ||
| Front Brakes | Double disc. 4-piston, ABS | Double disc. Tokico 2-piston calipers. ABS. |
| Rear Brakes | Single disc. Single piston calliper, ABS | Single disc. Nissin, 1-piston. ABS. |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Front Tyre | 120/70-ZR17 | 110/80-R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 160/60-ZR17 | 150/70-R17 |
| Dimensions & weight | ||
| Wheelbase | 1505 mm (59.3 inches) | 1560 mm (61.4 inches) |
| Overall Length | 2220 mm (87.4 inches) | 2275 mm (89.6 inches) |
| Overall Width | 925 mm (36.4 inches) | 835 mm (32.9 inches) |
| Overall Height | 1390 mm (54.7 inches) | 1405 mm (55.3 inches) |
| Seat Height | ✓810 mm (31.9 inches) | 835 mm (32.9 inches) |
| Dry weight | 219.0 kg (482.8 pounds) | ✓213.0 kg (469.6 pounds) |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.00 litres (5.28 US gallons) | ✓20.10 litres (5.31 US gallons) |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 3.00 litres (0.79 US gallons) | - |
| Wet Weight | - | 216.0 kg (476.2 pounds) |
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