| Attribute | Suzuki V-Strom 650A × | Yamaha TMAX 500 Special Edition × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 2009 | 2007 |
| Make | Suzuki | Yamaha |
| Model | Suzuki V-Strom 650A | Yamaha TMAX 500 Special Edition |
| Category | Allround | Scooter |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke | Twin, four-stroke |
| Fuel system | Injection | Injection. Electronic fuel injection |
| Displacement (cm³) | 645 | 499 |
| Cooling system | Liquid | Liquid |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Bore (mm) | 81 | 66 |
| Stroke (mm) | 62.6 | 73 |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | Automatic |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Ignition | Electronic | TCI |
| Clutch | - | V-belt automatic |
| Lubrication system | Wet sump | Dry sump |
| Compression | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped | Telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Link type, coil spring, oil damped | Swingarm |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Front tyre | 110/80-R19 | 120/70-14 |
| Rear tyre | 150/70-R17 | 160/60-15 |
| Other | ||
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,555 | 1,575 |
| Dry weight (kg) | 197 | 205 |
| Overall height (mm) | 1,390 | 1,410 |
| Overall length (mm) | 2,290 | 2,235 |
| Overall width (mm) | 840 | 775 |
| Seat height (mm) | 820 | 795 |
| Ground clearance (mm) | - | 130 |
| Performance | ||
| Fuel capacity (l) | 22 | 14 |