Compare the 2009 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 vs 2009 Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Nightster. The 2009 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 has an MSRP of $9,799, while the 2009 Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Nightster has an MSRP of $9,899.
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KEY FACTS |
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| Manufacturer |
Suzuki
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Harley-Davidson
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| Model |
V-Strom
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Sportster
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| Year |
2009
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2009
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| Class |
Standard
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Standard
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| Country of Origin |
Japan
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USA
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| MSRP |
$9,799
PRICE QUOTE
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$9,899
PRICE QUOTE
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PRICE |
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| Warranty |
12 months |
24 months |
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Engine |
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| Cylinders |
2 |
2 |
| Compression Ratio |
11.3:1 |
9.7:1 |
| Engine Stroke |
4-Stroke |
4-Stroke |
| Displacement (cc) |
996 |
1202.8 |
| Valve Configuration |
DOHC |
OHV - Pushrod |
| Starter |
Electric |
Electric |
| Cooling |
Liquid |
Air |
| Engine Type |
V Twin |
V Twin |
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Seat Specifications |
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| Number Of Seats |
2 |
1 |
| Seat Height (in) |
33.1 |
25.3 |
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Front Suspension |
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| Front Suspension Size (in) |
1.7 |
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| Front Travel (in) |
6.3 |
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| Front Suspension Type |
Telescopic Fork |
Telescopic Fork |
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Rear Suspension |
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| Rear Travel (in) |
6.3 |
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| Rear Suspension Brand Name |
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| Rear Suspension Type |
Twin Sided Swing Arm |
Twin Sided Swing Arm |
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Dimensions |
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| Ground Clearance (in) |
6.5 |
3.9 |
| Trail (in) |
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4.6 |
| Width (in) |
35.8 |
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| Wheelbase (in) |
60.4 |
60 |
| Length (in) |
90.4 |
85.8 |
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Capacities |
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| Fuel Capacity (gal) |
5.8 |
3.3 |
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Misc |
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| Major Revision Year |
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2007 |
| Year |
2009 |
2009 |
| Manufacturer Country |
Japan |
USA |
| Generic Type (Primary) |
Standard |
Standard |
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Weight |
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| Dry Weight (lbs) |
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545 |
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Transmission |
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| Number Of Speeds |
6 |
5 |
| Primary Drive (Rear Wheel) |
Chain |
Belt |
| Transmission Type |
Manual |
Manual |
| Reverse |
No |
No |
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Brakes |
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| Rear Brake Type |
Hydraulic Disc |
Hydraulic Disc |
| Front Brake Type |
Dual Hydraulic Disc |
Hydraulic Disc |
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Tires |
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| Rear Tire (Full Spec) |
150/70 R17M/C 69H |
Dunlop 150/80 R16 71H |
| Front Tire (Full Spec) |
110/80 R19M/C 59H |
Dunlop 100/90 R19 57H |
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2009 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 vs 2009 Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Nightster