KTM Adventure R 640 vs Suzuki DR 650 RS (1999)

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

Spec comparison

SpecKTM Adventure R 640Suzuki DR 650 RS
Model year19991992
Price
Engine625 cc640 cc
Horsepower52 hp27 hp
Weight154 kg
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 Adventure R 640 vs Suzuki DR 650 RS — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM Adventure R 640 and the Suzuki DR 650 RS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM Adventure R 640 brings 52 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: