SUZUKI DL650 V-STROM XT (standard bike in brackets)

Price as tested £7899 (£7399) Engine 645cc 8v dohc V-twin, l/c Power 69.7bhp @ 8800rpm Torque 45.8lb.ft @ 6500rpm Transmission 6-speed, chain Chassis aluminium twin spar Front suspension right-way-up forks, no adjustment Rear suspension rising-rate monoshock, adjustable preload and rebound Front brake 2x 310mm discs, 2-piston sliding calipers Rear brake 260mm disc, 1-piston caliper Front tyre 110/80 R19 Rear tyre 150/70 R17 Wheelbase 1560mm Rake/trail 26°/110mm Seat height 830mm Kerb weight 213kg (216Kg) Fuel capacity 20 litres