2024 HONDA NX500 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 HONDA NX500 83 cm Lowest seat here
- SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT 83.5 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 0.5 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 47 hp (2024 HONDA NX500) up to 71 hp (SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT).
- Torque spans 43 Nm (2024 HONDA NX500) up to 62 Nm (SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT).
- Weight spans 196 kg (2024 HONDA NX500) to 216 kg (SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT).
- Displacement spans 500 cc (2024 HONDA NX500) to 650 cc (SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT).
Reader votes so far — total 55: 2024 HONDA NX500 (47); SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT (8).
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| Specification | HONDA NX500 | SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | HONDA | SUZUKI |
| Model | HONDA NX500 | SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT |
| Engine size | 500cc | 650cc |
| Power | 47hp | 71hp |
| Torque | 43nm. | 62nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 196kg | 216kg |
| Front brake | Dual 296mm x 4mm disc with Nissin axial mounted two piston calipers | Tokico, 2-piston calipers, twin disc, ABS-equipped |
| Rear brake | Single 240mm x 5mm disc with single piston caliper | Nissin, 1-piston, single disc, ABS-equipped |
| Seat height (cm) | 83cm | 83.5cm |
| Front tyre | 110/80R19M/C59H | 110/80R19 M/C (59V), tubeless Bridgestone Battlax |
| Rear tyre | 160/60R17M/C69H | 150/70R17 M/C (69V), tubeless Bridgestone Battlax |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Showa 41mm SFF-BP USD forks | Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped 43mm |
| Rear suspension | Prolink mono with 5 stage preload adjuster, steel hollow cross swingarm | Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 188km/h | 200km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 17.5 L – 4 L/100km | 20 L – 5 L/100km |
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| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $7299 | $9599 |
| Brand price lists | View HONDA price list | View SUZUKI price list |
| Extra features | -5-inch full colour TFT screen, Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) -PGM-FI settings improve low-rpm acceleration and power delivery across the rev-range -Assist/slipper clutch, HISS (Honda Intelligent Security System) |
-LCD Display, Suzuki’s Advanced Traction Control System, Suzuki Easy Start System, Suzuki’s Low RPM Assist feature |
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2024 HONDA NX500 vs 2023 SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT: listed specifications
The 2024 HONDA NX500 and 2023 SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT differ on the listed specifications: the NX500 has a lower listed weight, and the V-Strom 650 XT has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
V-Strom 650 XT has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (650 cc vs 500 cc).
Peak power
V-Strom 650 XT has a clear listed power advantage (71 hp vs 47 hp).
Torque
V-Strom 650 XT has a clear listed torque advantage (62 Nm vs 43 Nm).
Listed top speed
V-Strom 650 XT has a modest listed top-speed advantage (200 km/h vs 188 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
NX500 is notably lighter on the listed weight (196 kg vs 216 kg). NX500 and V-Strom 650 XT have very similar seat heights (83 cm vs 83.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed and weight, while seat height remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of HONDA NX500 vs SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT?
SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT is listed at 200 km/h (124 mph) vs 188 km/h (117 mph) for HONDA NX500.
Which has more horsepower, HONDA NX500 or SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT?
SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT has 71 hp compared with 47 hp on the HONDA NX500.
Which is lighter, HONDA NX500 or SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT?
HONDA NX500 is lighter at 196 kg vs 216 kg for SUZUKI V-Strom 650 XT.
Which is better, HONDA NX500 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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