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2013Suzuki Gladius

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The 2013 Suzuki Gladius is a stylish, curvy naked bike powered by Suzuki's SV650 V-twin. Its 645cc engine makes 72 hp at 8,400 rpm through a six-speed gearbox. A 785 mm seat, 202 kg wet weight and a 14.5-litre tank make it approachable and fun on the road.

Capacity
645.0 ccm
Engine
V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox
6-speed
Wet weight
202.0 kg
Seat height
785 mm
Power
72.0 HP (53.0 kW) @ 8400 RPM
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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 51Agility 77Comfort 62Off-road 15Touring 40Road manners 75
Off-road & trail15%
Cornering72%
City riding82%
Daily riding80%
Touring42%
Two-up45%
Track35%
Best for
Designed as an easygoing urban and back-road naked bike rather than a track weapon or long-haul tourer.
Built for
A friendly, torquey V-twin naked bike that favors smooth, approachable fun over outright aggression or speed.
Not ideal for
Not the right choice for riders seeking serious high-speed touring capability, passenger comfort on long trips, or any off-road ambition.

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 785mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2013 Suzuki Gladius, 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
72.0 HP (53.0 kW) @ 8400 RPM
Engine type
V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.3564 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke
81.0 x 62.6 mm
Compression
11.5:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Injection
Starting
Electric
Ignition
Electronic
Lubrication system
Wet sump
Torque
Not on record - add it
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1445 mm
Overall length
2130 mm
Overall width
760 mm
Overall height
1090 mm
Seat height
785 mm
Wet weight
202.0 kg
Fuel capacity
14.50 litres
Ground clearance
150 mm
Dry weight
Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
Front suspension
Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear suspension
Link type, coil spring, oil damped, spring preload 7-step adjustable
Front wheel travel
125 mm
Rear wheel travel
130 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Double disc. 2-piston caliper
Front brakes diameter
290 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc. 1-piston caliper,
Rear brakes diameter
240 mm
Front tyre
120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre
160/60-ZR17
Other
Color options
Black, Black/White, Red, Blue/white
Warranty
12

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 20102011201220132014
Capacity 645 cc 645 cc 645 cc 645 cc 645 cc
Seat height 785 mm 785 mm 785 mm 785 mm 785 mm
Fuel capacity 14.5 L 14.5 L 14.5 L 14.5 L 14.5 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 Gladius?

The 2013 Suzuki Gladius has a Capacity of 645.0 ccm (39.36 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Suzuki Gladius have?

The 2013 Suzuki Gladius has a Power of 72.0 HP (53.0 kW) @ 8400 RPM.

How many gears does the Suzuki Gladius have?

The 2013 Suzuki Gladius has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

How much does the Suzuki Gladius weigh?

The 2013 Suzuki Gladius has a Wet weight of 202.0 kg (445.3 pounds).

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