Dual-Sport Motorcycles
2020Suzuki DR650SE
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The 2020 Suzuki DR650SE is a long-running, rugged dual-sport bike known for its simplicity. Its air-cooled 644cc four-stroke single makes 42 hp and 54 Nm through a five-speed gearbox. Its 885 mm seat can be lowered by 40 mm at a dealer, and the tank holds 12.9 litres.
- Capacity
- 644.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 147.0 kg
- Seat height
- 885 mm
- Power
- 42.0 HP (30.9 kW)
What’s new for the 2020 Suzuki DR650SE
vs the 2019| Spec | 2019 | 2020 |
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| Power | 42.0 HP (31.3 kW) @ 6500 RPM | 42.0 HP (30.9 kW) |
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- A rugged, no-frills dual-sport built primarily for genuine off-road exploration, trail riding, and long-distance adventure routes rather than outright speed.
- Built for
- This bike suits a self-reliant, low-maintenance rider who values simplicity, durability, and go-anywhere capability over refinement or top-end performance.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good match for shorter riders, pillion-focused touring, or anyone wanting fast, comfortable highway cruising.
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
- 644.0 ccm
- Power
- 42.0 HP (30.9 kW)
- Torque
- 54.0 Nm (5.5 kgf-m) @ 4600 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2857 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
- Digitally mapped DC-CDI ignition
- 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
- 2266 mm
- Overall width
- 866 mm
- Overall height
- 1195 mm
- Seat height
- 885 mm
- Dry weight
- 147.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 166.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 12.90 litres
- Ground clearance
- 266 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Semi-double cradle frame
- 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
- Rear tyre
- 120/90-17
Other
- Color options
- Solid Iron Gray/Solid Black
- Warranty
- 12
- Comments
- Seat height may be lowered by 40mm at a Suzuki Dealer.
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 | 1996 | 2004 | 2011 | 2019 | 2020 | 2026 |
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| Capacity | 644 cc | 644 cc | 644 cc | 644 cc | 644 cc | 644 cc |
| Dry weight | 147 kg | 147 kg | 147 kg | 147 kg | 147 kg | 147 kg |
| Seat height | 885 mm | 885 mm | 885 mm | 885 mm | 885 mm | 885 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 13 L | 13 L | 13 L | 12.9 L | 12.9 L | 13 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 DR650SE?
The 2020 Suzuki DR650SE has a Capacity of 644.0 ccm (39.30 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Suzuki DR650SE have?
The 2020 Suzuki DR650SE has a Power of 42.0 HP (30.9 kW).
How many gears does the Suzuki DR650SE have?
The 2020 Suzuki DR650SE has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Suzuki DR650SE?
The 2020 Suzuki DR650SE has a Torque of 54.0 Nm (5.5 kgf-m or 39.8 ft.lbs) @ 4600 RPM.
How much does the Suzuki DR650SE weigh?
The 2020 Suzuki DR650SE has a Dry weight of 147.0 kg (324.1 pounds).
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