Yamaha MT-07 vs Suzuki SV650
The Suzuki SV650 is more powerful, while the Yamaha MT-07 is lighter; they are very close in specifications. The Suzuki SV650 produces 75 hp (56 kW), and both are naked motorcycles with dry-weight figures. The figures point to a close comparison rather than a clear all-round winner, so focus on the actual differences that matter to your choice and how each motorcycle’s specifications fit your intended riding.
Data for different model years: Yamaha MT-07 — 2017; Suzuki SV650 — 2009.
Yamaha MT-07 vs Suzuki SV650: specifications
| Specifications side by side | Yamaha MT-07Model year 2017 | Suzuki SV650Model year 2009 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 689 cm³ | 645 cm³ |
| Power | 74 hp (55 kW) | 75 hp (56 kW) — Favorable value |
| Wet weight | 179 kg | — |
| Dry weight | 164 kg — Favorable value | 172 kg |
| Seat height | 805 mm | 800 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 14 L | 17 L — Favorable value |
Percentages use the second model as the baseline. Highlighting applies only to comparable power, torque, mass and fuel capacity; it does not predict handling or acceleration.
Engine
| Specifications side by side | Yamaha MT-07Model year 2017 | Suzuki SV650Model year 2009 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 689 cm³ | 645 cm³ |
| Power | 74 hp (55 kW) | 75 hp (56 kW) — Favorable value |
| Engine type | Parallel Twin, four-stroke | V-Twin, four-stroke |
| Compression ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Injection | Injection |
| Starting | Electric | Electric |
Transmission
| Specifications side by side | Yamaha MT-07Model year 2017 | Suzuki SV650Model year 2009 |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | Manual 6-speed | Manual 6-speed |
| Final drive | Chain | Chain |
Dimensions and weight
| Specifications side by side | Yamaha MT-07Model year 2017 | Suzuki SV650Model year 2009 |
|---|---|---|
| Dry weight | 164 kg — Favorable value | 172 kg |
| Seat height | 805 mm | 800 mm |
| Length | 2,085 mm | 2,085 mm |
| Width | 745 mm | 730 mm |
| Height | 1,090 mm | 1,170 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,400 mm | 1,425 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 14 L | 17 L — Favorable value |
Chassis
| Specifications side by side | Yamaha MT-07Model year 2017 | Suzuki SV650Model year 2009 |
|---|---|---|
| Front suspension | Telescopic forks | Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm, (Link type suspension) | Link, type, coil spring, oil damped |
Brakes
| Specifications side by side | Yamaha MT-07Model year 2017 | Suzuki SV650Model year 2009 |
|---|---|---|
| Front brakes | Double disc. Hydraulic. ABS. | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic. ABS. | Single disc |
| Front tire | 120/70-ZR17 | 120/60-ZR17 |
| Rear tire | 180/55-ZR17 | 160/60-ZR17 |
Key differences
This comparison uses Yamaha MT-07 from 2017 and Suzuki SV650 from 2009.
Power
Yamaha MT-07
74 hp (55 kW)
Suzuki SV650
75 hp (56 kW)
Highlighted valueDry weight
Yamaha MT-07
164 kg
Highlighted valueSuzuki SV650
172 kg
Engine capacity
Yamaha MT-07
689 cm³
Highlighted valueSuzuki SV650
645 cm³
Seat height
Yamaha MT-07
805 mm
Suzuki SV650
800 mm
Highlighted valueYamaha MT-07 vs Suzuki SV650: which one to choose?
very close in specifications
- Choose Yamaha MT-07 if you prefer its 689 cm³ engine capacity; this is a concrete specification difference.
- Choose Suzuki SV650 if the lower seat height is your preferred specification; its seat height is 800 mm.
FAQ
- Which motorcycle has the larger engine capacity?
- The Yamaha MT-07 has the larger capacity: 689 cm³ compared with 645 cm³ for the Suzuki SV650.
- How do their dry weights compare?
- The Yamaha MT-07 is 164 kg and the Suzuki SV650 is 172 kg; both figures are dry weights.
- Which has the lower seat height?
- The Suzuki SV650 has the lower seat height at 800 mm, compared with 805 mm for the Yamaha MT-07.