2024 APRILIA Tuareg 660 vs SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 APRILIA Tuareg 660 86 cm Tallest seat here
- SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT 83.5 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 2.5 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 71 hp (SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT) up to 80 hp (2024 APRILIA Tuareg 660).
- Torque spans 62 Nm (SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT) up to 70 Nm (2024 APRILIA Tuareg 660).
- Weight spans 204 kg (2024 APRILIA Tuareg 660) to 216 kg (SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | APRILIA Tuareg 660 | SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | APRILIA | SUZUKI |
| Model | APRILIA Tuareg 660 | SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT |
| Engine size | 650cc | 650cc |
| Power | 80hp | 71hp |
| Torque | 70nm. | 62nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 204kg | 216kg |
| Front brake | 300 mm diameter floating double disc, Brembo floating calliper with double opposing pistons | Tokico, 2-piston calipers, twin disc, ABS-equipped |
| Rear brake | 260 mm diameter disc, Brembo single piston (Ø34 mm) calliper. Metal braided brake line | Nissin, 1-piston, single disc, ABS-equipped |
| Seat height (cm) | 86cm | 83.5cm |
| Front tyre | 2.15 X21 | 110/80R19 M/C (59V), tubeless Bridgestone Battlax |
| Rear tyre | 4.25 X18 | 150/70R17 M/C (69V), tubeless Bridgestone Battlax |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Fully adjustable 43 mm upside-down Kayaba fork with counterspring. Wheel travel: 240 mm | Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped 43mm |
| Rear suspension | Aluminium swingarm. Fully adjustable Kayaba monoshock. Wheel travel: 240 mm | Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 200km/h | 200km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 18 L – 4.5 L/100km | 20 L – 5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $12299 | $9599 |
| Brand price lists | View APRILIA price list | View SUZUKI price list |
| Extra features | -APRC Suite that includes ATC (traction control), AEB (engine brake) AEM (engine maps), -ACC (cruise control) 4 Riding modes (2 set and 2 personalisable) |
-LCD Display, Suzuki’s Advanced Traction Control System, Suzuki Easy Start System, Suzuki’s Low RPM Assist feature |
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2024 APRILIA Tuareg 660 vs 2023 SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT: listed specifications
The 2024 APRILIA Tuareg 660 and 2023 SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT are closely matched in displacement, while the Tuareg 660 has more peak power and torque, and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
Tuareg 660 and V-Strom 650 XT have very similar engine displacement (650 cc vs 650 cc).
Peak power
Tuareg 660 has a modest listed power advantage (80 hp vs 71 hp).
Torque
Tuareg 660 has a modest listed torque advantage (70 Nm vs 62 Nm).
Listed top speed
Tuareg 660 and V-Strom 650 XT have very similar listed top speeds (200 km/h vs 200 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Tuareg 660 has a modest listed weight advantage (204 kg vs 216 kg). V-Strom 650 XT has a lower listed seat height (83.5 cm vs 86 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque, weight and seat height, while displacement and listed top speed remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of APRILIA Tuareg 660 vs SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT?
Both are listed at 200 km/h (124 mph) top speed in our specification data.
Which has more horsepower, APRILIA Tuareg 660 or SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT?
APRILIA Tuareg 660 has 80 hp compared with 71 hp on the SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT.
Which is lighter, APRILIA Tuareg 660 or SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT?
APRILIA Tuareg 660 is lighter at 204 kg vs 216 kg for SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT.
Which is better, APRILIA Tuareg 660 or SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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