2004 Suzuki Burgman 650

Make Model	Suzuki AN 650 Burgman
Year	2004-05
Engine	Four stroke, twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.
Capacity	638 cc / 38.9 cu in
Bore x Stroke	75.5 x 71.3 mm
Compression Ratio	11.2:1
Cooling System	Liquid cooled
Induction	Electronic fuel injection
Ignition	Digital electronic
Starting	Electric
Max Power	40 kW / 55 hp @ 7000 rpm
Max Torque	62 Nm / 6.3 kgf-m / 45.7 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
Transmission	Electronically-controlled, CVT- automatic
Final Drive	V-belt
Frame	Tubular steel
Front Suspension	Telescopic front fork with 41mm inner tubes
Rear Suspension	Swingarm-style, twin preload-adjustable shock absorbers and a separate aluminum swingarm
Front Wheel Travel	105 mm / 4.1"
Front Brakes	2x 260 mm discs, 2 piston calipers
Rear Brakes	Single 250 mm disc, 2 piston caliper
Front Tyre	120/70 R15
Rear Tyre	160/70 R14
Seat Height	750 mm / 29.5"
Dry Weight	238 kg / 525 lbs
Fuel Capacity	15 Litres / 4.0 US gal
Top Speed	177 km/h / 110 mph
¼ Mile Acceleration	16 sec

The 650 is simply too heavy to handle really well at high speed, but below 80mph it's fine. There's a feeling of real luxury in the suspension set-up and the saddle is so soft you'll feel like your in your fave TV armchair as you glide down the A38.

The Burgman 650 has normal and `Power' auto modes on its auto gearbox, which allows the rider to selct how much acceleration they require - plus a manual mode, so there are five push button gears to choose from. Trick, but about 50bhp in a scoot weighing 238kgs dry is never going to win any drag races against proper bikes.

Suzuki excelled themselves when they created the 650 Burgman, as if they wanted to out-Honda the Silver Wing. It almost comes off, but the underside of all the Burgman models - from 125 to 650 - need careful attention to prevent corrosion setting in rapidly.

The 650 Burgman Executive (with ABS) costs a whopping seven grand. Ridiculous for a scooter and the Deauville 700 does the job of touring just as well for nearly a grand less. The smaller 250/400 Burgman models make better everyday commuters, with almost as much luggage space under their seats. Find a Suzuki Burgman 650 for sale.

Underseat storage is vast, easily enough for commuters and solo touring riders.