2004Suzuki DR650SE

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The 2004 Suzuki DR650SE is a long-running, tough dual-sport bike known for its simplicity. Its air-cooled 644cc four-stroke single makes 43 hp and 53.9 Nm through a five-speed gearbox. At 166 kg wet with an 885 mm seat and a 13-litre tank, it is a popular base for budget adventure travel.

Capacity: 644.0 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 147.0 kg
Seat height: 885 mm
Power: 43.0 HP (31.6 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail88%

Cornering55%

City riding55%

Daily riding60%

Touring50%

Two-up30%

Track20%

Best for: It is a dual-sport built primarily for off-road exploration and trail riding, with enough civility for occasional street and commuting duty.
Built for: It has a rugged, no-frills, air-cooled single-cylinder character that prioritizes durability and simplicity over outright performance.
Not ideal for: It is not a good fit for riders wanting high-speed highway comfort, passenger-friendly touring, or sportbike-level acceleration.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Units

At 885mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will not reach the ground comfortably on the 2004 Suzuki DR650SE, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and an upright 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: 644.0 ccm
Power: 43.0 HP (31.6 kW)
Torque: 53.9 Nm (5.5 kgf-m)
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.2925 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 100.0 x 82.0 mm
Compression: 9.5:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Carburettor
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Electronic
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Wet sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet multiplate, rack-and-pinion activated.

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1490 mm
Overall length: 2255 mm
Overall width: 865 mm
Overall height: 1195 mm
Seat height: 885 mm
Dry weight: 147.0 kg
Wet weight: 166.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 13.00 litres
Ground clearance: 266 mm

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Lightweight, compact, rigid semi-double cradle
Front suspension: Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear suspension: Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Front wheel travel: 260 mm
Rear wheel travel: 260 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 290 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 240 mm
Front tyre: 90/90-21 M/C
Rear tyre: 120/90-17 M/C

Specs last verified against published sources: October 2026.

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	1996	2004	2011	2019	2026
Capacity	644 cc	644 cc	644 cc	644 cc	644 cc
Dry weight	147 kg	147 kg	147 kg	147 kg	147 kg
Seat height	885 mm	885 mm	885 mm	885 mm	885 mm
Fuel capacity	13 L	13 L	13 L	12.9 L	13 L