Naked Motorcycles

2023Suzuki SV650 ABS

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The 2023 Suzuki SV650 ABS is Suzuki's popular middleweight naked bike, praised for its lively V-twin. Its liquid-cooled 645cc V-twin makes 75.1 hp and 64 Nm through a six-speed gearbox and chain, with ABS standard. A low 785 mm seat, 198 kg wet weight and 14.5-litre tank make it easy to live with.

Capacity: 645.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 195.0 kg
Seat height: 785 mm
Power: 75.1 HP (55.2 kW)

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What’s new for the 2023 Suzuki SV650 ABS

vs the 2022

Spec	2022	2023
Power	72.4 HP (55.2 kW) @ 8500 RPM	75.1 HP (55.2 kW)

Other years 2007 2008 2009 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering88%

City riding82%

Daily riding80%

Touring50%

Two-up45%

Track55%

Best for: It's built primarily for everyday commuting and spirited backroad riding rather than outright speed or long-distance hauling.
Built for: The V-twin engine and lightweight frame give it a playful, nimble personality that rewards flicking through corners.
Not ideal for: It's not the right choice for riders seeking serious off-road capability or a dedicated highway touring machine.

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

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Inseam (optional)

Units

At 785mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2023 Suzuki SV650 ABS, with a relaxed knee angle of around 120 degrees and a forward-leaning 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: 75.1 HP (55.2 kW)
Torque: 64.0 Nm (6.5 kgf-m) @ 6800 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.3851 HP/kg (dry)
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: 2
Lubrication system: Wet sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet, multi-plate

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1445 mm
Overall length: 2140 mm
Overall width: 760 mm
Overall height: 1090 mm
Seat height: 785 mm
Dry weight: 195.0 kg
Wet weight: 198.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 14.50 litres
Ground clearance: 135 mm
Oil capacity: 2.80 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Trellis-style, steel
Front suspension: Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear suspension: Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped
Front wheel travel: 125 mm
Rear wheel travel: 63 mm
Rake (fork angle): 25.0°
Trail: 106 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. ABS. 4-piston calipers, Tokico.
Front brakes diameter: 290 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. ABS. Single piston
Rear brakes diameter: 240 mm
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 160/60-ZR17

Other

Color options: Glass Sparkle Black
Warranty: 12

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	2007	2013	2017	2022	2023	2026
Capacity	645 cc	645 cc	645 cc	645 cc	645 cc	646 cc
Dry weight	169 kg	172 kg	195 kg	195 kg	195 kg	195 kg
Seat height	800 mm	785 mm	785 mm	785 mm	785 mm	786 mm
Fuel capacity	17 L	17 L	14.5 L	14.5 L	14.5 L	—