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2012Suzuki V-Strom 650A

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The 2012 Suzuki V-Strom 650A is an adventure tourer with a reliable V-twin. Its liquid-cooled 645cc V-twin makes 69.7 hp and 60 Nm through a six-speed gearbox and chain. An 820 mm seat, 214 kg wet weight and 20-litre tank suit long-distance riding.

Capacity
645.0 ccm
Engine
V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox
6-speed
Dry weight
197.0 kg
Seat height
820 mm
Power
69.7 HP (51.3 kW)
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What’s new for the 2012 Suzuki V-Strom 650A

vs the 2011
Spec20112012
Torque — 60.0 Nm (6.1 kgf-m or 44.3 ft.lbs) @ 6400 RPM
Fuel capacity 22.00 litres (5.81 US gallons) 20.00 litres (5.28 US gallons)
Other years 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 45Agility 58Comfort 82Off-road 55Touring 85Road manners 75
Off-road & trail55%
Cornering65%
City riding65%
Daily riding80%
Touring88%
Two-up75%
Track30%
Best for
Built as an all-round adventure-tourer that handles daily commuting, highway touring, and light gravel roads with equal competence.
Built for
A friendly, torque-flexible V-twin that prioritizes smooth, predictable power delivery and long-distance comfort over outright speed or aggression.
Not ideal for
Not the right choice for riders chasing track-day thrills or serious hardcore off-road 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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At 820mm, 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 650A, 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 (51.3 kW)
Torque
60.0 Nm (6.1 kgf-m) @ 6400 RPM
Engine type
V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.3538 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
81.0 x 62.6 mm
Compression
11.5:1
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
Clutch
Wet multi-plate
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1555 mm
Overall length
2290 mm
Overall width
840 mm
Overall height
1390 mm
Seat height
820 mm
Dry weight
197.0 kg
Wet weight
214.0 kg
Fuel capacity
20.00 litres
Ground clearance
170 mm
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Aluminum twin-spar
Front suspension
Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear suspension
Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Double disc
Front brakes diameter
310 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc
ABS
Yes
Front tyre
110/80-R19
Rear tyre
150/70-R17

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 20092012201620192022
Capacity 645 cc 645 cc 645 cc 645 cc 645 cc
Dry weight 197 kg 197 kg — 197 kg 197 kg
Seat height 820 mm 820 mm 820 mm 830 mm 830 mm
Fuel capacity 22 L 20 L 20 L 20 L 20 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Suzuki V-Strom 650A?

The 2012 Suzuki V-Strom 650A has a Capacity of 645.0 ccm (39.36 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Suzuki V-Strom 650A have?

The 2012 Suzuki V-Strom 650A has a Power of 69.7 HP (51.3 kW).

How many gears does the Suzuki V-Strom 650A have?

The 2012 Suzuki V-Strom 650A has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

What is the torque of the Suzuki V-Strom 650A?

The 2012 Suzuki V-Strom 650A 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 650A weigh?

The 2012 Suzuki V-Strom 650A has a Dry weight of 197.0 kg (434.3 pounds).

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