Comparison of Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2012 and Yamaha XV950 2016 [S]ave
| Attribute |  Yamaha XV950 2016 × |  Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2012 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 2016 | 2012 |
| Make | Yamaha | Suzuki |
| Model | Yamaha XV950 | Suzuki V-Strom 1000 |
| Category | Custom / cruiser | Allround |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke | V2, four-stroke |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel system | Injection | Injection |
| Engine details | - | 90-degree V-twin |
| Displacement (cm³) | 942 | 996 |
| Power (kw) | 37.5 | - |
| Cooling system | Air | Oil & air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Belt | Chain |
| Torque (Nm) | 79.5 | - |
| Bore (mm) | 85 | 98 |
| Stroke (mm) | 83 | 66 |
| Gearbox | 5-speed | 6-speed |
| Fuel control | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Emission details | - | PAIR - air injection system reduces CO and HC emissions - California model equipped with catalyst in exhaust to further reduce emissions. |
| Driveline | Constant Mesh | RK525 SMOZ7, 112 links |
| Ignition | TCI | Electronic ignition (Transistorized) |
| Clutch | Wet, Multiple Disc | - |
| Lubrication system | Wet sump | Wet sump |
| Compression | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Exhaust system | 2-into-1 exhaust | Stainless steel exhaust system with aluminum mufflers |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | Telescopic forks, 41 mm | Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm | Link type, coil spring, oil damped |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic. Optional ABS. | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic. Optional ABS. | Single disc |
| Diameter (mm) | 298 | 260 |
| Frame type | Double cradle | Aluminum twin-spar frame and aluminum swingarm |
| Front tyre | 100/90-19 | 110/80-R19 |
| Rear tyre | 150/80-16 | 150/70-R17 |
| Wheels | 12-spoke cast wheels | - |
| Front wheel travel (mm) | 135 | 160 |
| Rear wheel travel (mm) | 110 | - |
| Trail (mm) | 130 | - |
| Rake (fork angle) (degree) | 29 | - |
| Other | ||
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
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| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,570 | 1,535 |
| Kerb weight (kg) | 247 | 238 |
| Overall length (mm) | 2,290 | 2,295 |
| Overall width (mm) | 830 | 910 |
| Seat height (mm) | 690 | 840 |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 130 | 165 |
| Performance | ||
| Reserve fuel capacity (l) | 4 | - |
| Fuel capacity (l) | 12 | 22 |
| Oil capacity (l) | 4.3 | - |
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