Husqvarna 701 Supermoto vs Suzuki DR-Z4SM
Two supermoto bikes scored on the same 100-point system: specs side by side, points per category and a verdict that commits. These two sit in different classes, so each score is computed within its own class.
0 to 100 km/h
Estimated from power to weight, not a measured time.
Points by category
Six categories, 100 points. How every point is calculated
Engine and performance
out of 25Handling and chassis
out of 20Value
out of 20Practicality
out of 15Technology
out of 10Reliability and ownership
out of 10Specs side by side
| Spec | Husqvarna701 Supermoto | SuzukiDR-Z4SM |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Engine | LC4 single cylinder, liquid cooled, SOHC | Single cylinder, liquid cooled, DOHC |
| Displacement | 692.7 cc | 398 cc |
| Power | 74 hp at 8,000 rpm | 38 hp at 8,000 rpm |
| Torque | 73.5 Nm at 6,500 rpm | 37 Nm at 6,500 rpm |
| Power to weight | 0.47 hp/kg | 0.25 hp/kg |
| Chassis | ||
| Wet weight | 157 kg | 154 kg |
| Front suspension | WP APEX 48 mm split function, 215 mm | KYB 46 mm inverted, 250 mm |
| Front adjustability | Fully adjustable | Fully adjustable |
| Rear suspension | WP APEX monoshock, 240 mm | KYB monoshock, 250 mm |
| Rear adjustability | Fully adjustable | Fully adjustable |
| Front brake | 320 mm, radial 4-piston | 310 mm, axial 2-piston |
| ABS | Cornering ABS | Switchable ABS |
| Dimensions | ||
| Seat height | 890 mm | 890 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1470 mm | 1465 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 13 L | 8.7 L |
| Claimed consumption | 4.1 L/100 km | 3.7 L/100 km |
| Fuel range | 317 km | 235 km |
| Ownership | ||
| Price | €12,349 | €9,699 |
| Service interval | 10,000 km | 6,000 km |
| Valve check | 20,000 km | 24,000 km |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Equipment | ||
| Dash | LCD | LCD |
| Ride modes | No | Yes |
| Traction control | Yes | Yes |
| Quickshifter | Optional | Not available |
| Cruise control | Not available | Not available |
| Connectivity | No | No |
Verdict
The Husqvarna 701 Supermoto wins this comparison comfortably, 57.1 points to 42.2.
The gap of 14.9 points is built mostly in value, where the 701 Supermoto takes 6.8 points out of the DR-Z4SM. Scores are computed within each bike's class from published spec data; the full formula is on the methodology page.
On the road the 701 Supermoto is the quicker machine: 74 hp and 73.5 Nm moving 157 kg, against 38 hp and 37 Nm moving 154 kg for the DR-Z4SM. That is 0.47 hp per kilo playing 0.25.
The DR-Z4SM costs €9,699, which leaves €2,650 in your pocket against the 701 Supermoto at €12,349. Service intervals run 6,000 km on the DR-Z4SM and 10,000 km on the 701 Supermoto.
Better for city and commuting
Husqvarna 701 Supermoto
A 890 mm seat, 317 km of tank range and the stronger practicality and value scores make it the easier bike to live with daily.
Better for weekend twisties
Husqvarna 701 Supermoto
74 hp pushing 157 kg with WP APEX 48 mm split function up front. It takes the combined engine and handling points.
Better for longer trips
Husqvarna 701 Supermoto
317 km between fuel stops and the better equipment score. Distance rewards range and rider aids, and it has more of both.
Frequently asked
- Which is faster, the Husqvarna 701 Supermoto or the Suzuki DR-Z4SM?
- The Husqvarna 701 Supermoto. It carries 0.47 hp per kilo (74 hp, 157 kg wet) against 0.25 hp per kilo for the Suzuki DR-Z4SM (38 hp, 154 kg).
- Is the Husqvarna 701 Supermoto cheaper than the Suzuki DR-Z4SM?
- The Suzuki DR-Z4SM is cheaper at €9,699 list, €2,650 less than the Husqvarna 701 Supermoto at €12,349.
- Which is better for shorter riders?
- Neither has an advantage on paper: both seats sit at 890 mm. Weight is the tiebreaker, and the Suzuki DR-Z4SM is lighter.
- Which has better technology, the 701 Supermoto or the DR-Z4SM?
- The Husqvarna 701 Supermoto, which scores 5.3 of 10 tech points with cornering ABS and traction control. The Suzuki DR-Z4SM counters with traction control.
- Which goes further on a tank?
- The Husqvarna 701 Supermoto: 317 km from its 13 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 235 km for the Suzuki DR-Z4SM.
- Which bike wins overall?
- The Husqvarna 701 Supermoto, scoring 57.1 of 100 against 42.2 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.
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