KTM 640 LC4 Adventure R vs Suzuki DR 650 RS (2000)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM 640 LC4 Adventure Rstacks up against the Suzuki DR 650 RS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKTM 640 LC4 Adventure RSuzuki DR 650 RS
Model year20001992
Price
Engine625 cc640 cc
Horsepower49 hp27 hp
Torque52 Nm
Weight154 kg
Seat height38 mm
Fuel capacity7.4 L5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires90/90-21 / 120/90-17

KTM 640 LC4 Adventure R vs Suzuki DR 650 RS — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM 640 LC4 Adventure R and the Suzuki DR 650 RS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM 640 LC4 Adventure R brings 49 hp in a 154 kg package, while the Suzuki DR 650 RS counters with 27 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: