Husqvarna TE 610 Enduro vs Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (1998)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Husqvarna TE 610 Endurostacks up against the Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHusqvarna TE 610 EnduroSuzuki DR 600 R Dakar
Model year19981989
Price
Engine577 cc590 cc
Horsepower45 hp
Weight117 kg
Seat height35 mm
Fuel capacity5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires90/90-21 / 130/80-17

Husqvarna TE 610 Enduro vs Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar — which should you buy?

Picking between the Husqvarna TE 610 Enduro and the Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Husqvarna TE 610 Enduro brings its published horsepower in a 117 kg package, while the Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar counters with 45 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: