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Suzuki launches Burgman 650 Super-Scooter

15th August 2002

Suzuki Australia today announced the local launch the world’s biggest super-scooter, the Burgman 650.

Aimed at riders needing a scooter with touring performance and the riding convenience and comfort of a scooter-style motorcycle, the high-tech new 638cc Suzuki Burgman is the largest capacity scooter available on the world market and features the motorcycle world’s first dual mode transmission in a scooter.

"The Burgman 650 is another landmark model from Suzuki," Perry Morison, General Manager Suzuki Motorcycles said.

"Traditionally the scooter market has been dominated by small capacity machines designed for city-only applications, but the Burgman is a technologically superior machine designed for practicality and comfort,"

Suzuki’s innovative electronically-controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (SECVT) provides the rider with the option of either push-button five-speed manual with pre-determined gear ratios or dual-range automatic mode that offers both "normal" and "power" options.

While in automatic mode riders can select automatic normal mode, automatic power mode or manual shifting using a bar-mounted control switch.

Powering the all-new Burgman is a newly-developed state-of-the-art 638cc fuel-injected liquid-cooled DOHC, twin-cylinder engine which delivers excellent power and torque especially in the low and mid-range, enhancing two-up riding.

As befits its market appeal, the new Suzuki Burgman 650 is big on comfort and practicality.

A tall, fairing-mounted windscreen and enclosed bodywork provide wind protection comparable to that of a fully faired motorcycle.

The rider’s backrest is easily adjustable without tools, and there are four separate storage compartments in the front panel, one with a DC outlet for mobile phone charging.

Two-up riding is made practical with an under-seat luggage space large enough to accommodate two full-face helmets, with a compartment light located under the seat so it is not obscured by luggage.

For security, a magnetically operated cover on the ignition barrel only responds to the owner’s key.

Technically, the Burgman’s superior ride comfort is enhanced by motorcycle-type front forks and adjustable dual rear shock absorbers that give generous wheel travel, while wide radial tyres (120-section front and 160-section rear) contribute to smoothness and stability.

The new Burgman also features dual 260mm front brake discs and a single 230mm rear disc, all gripped by powerful twin piston calipers.

Suzuki’s Burgman 650 is available in Metallic Silver at a suggested retail price of $12,990 including GST (plus on-road costs).

SUZUKI AN650K3 BURGMAN
Specifications

Engine type: 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 2-cylinder

Bore x stroke: 75.5 x 71.3mm

Displacement: 638cc

Compression ratio: 11.2:1

Carburetion: Fuel injection 32mm

Oil capacity (overhaul): 3.4 litres

Ignition: Electronic ignition (Transistorised)

Starter system: Electric

Lubrication system: Wet sump

Transmission: Automatic + 5-speed (SECVT)

Primary drive ratio: 1.333 (88/66)

Final drive ratio: 1.580 (49/34)

Frame type: Under-bone (steel)

Rake/trail: 26.0 degrees/102.0mm

Suspension Front: Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped

Rear: Swingarm, oil damped, coil spring, spring pre-load adjustable

Wheels Front: 15M/C x MT3.50, cast aluminium alloy

Rear: 14M/C x MT4.50, cast aluminium alloy

Brakes Front: 2-piston calipers, dual disc brakes

Rear: 2-piston calipers, disc brake

Tyres Front: 120/70R15M/C 56H tubeless

Rear: 160/60R14M/C 65H tubeless

Fuel tank 15 litres

Overall length: 2,260mm

Overall width: 810mm

Overall height: 1,430mm

Wheelbase: 1,595mm

Ground clearance: 125mm

Seat height: 750mm

Dry weight: 238kg

Colour: Metallic Silver

Warranty: Two year unlimited kilometre

Suggested retail price: $12,990 including GST (plus on-road costs)