I bought a 2018 VStromXT. I read a tonne of reviews, and watched a tonne of videos. The term used consistently throughout my research was value. Everyone was surprised by the amount of bike they got for the price. One of the reviewers said, "It's not the best at any one thing but it is right there with everything." It is a simple and practical machine, with proven reliability, capable of taking on almost anything you can throw at it. Hands down the best purchase of my life.
I heard same words from the reviewers, and after having mine for 4 months, I ride alone and offten quick I love the bike, the only thing I miss for the highway is cruise control.
@@jblue1299 Yes, the stock windshield is shit(I am 6'2), and as Sky Works said above, the lack of cruise control could be a pain in the ass for some people. I didn't really mind not having it but it would have been nice. Overall the bike handled the trip just fine. My only real discomforts besides the windshield were gear related and had nothing to do with the bike itself.
sky works yeah, I can try that. But from what I gather they will just put the same basket in and it will make the same sound after awhile. Its hard to tell but its either the idle hammer or the clutch basket. I guessed its the basket since it gets quieter when I pull in the clutch. It started at 550 miles and I now I have 3825 the bike still functions flawlessly. Just has that knocking sound at idle but still appears to function just fine. Smooth and powerful. 🤷🏼♂️
My bike, my is just in yellow and also 2019. I did put Led blinkers and Remus exhaust on and it sounds great. Yesterday I went on my usuall quick ride like 100 kilometres of curvy mountain road and long high speed turns and the bike performs great. You made my day with words that the GS 1250 aint much quicker. Most underated great sporty bike. Grettings from Slovenia.
I have a 2018. Right after changing the oil the first time I started getting idle hammer. Quite a bit posted online about it. Have you noticed that on your bike?
You're averaging 32 mpg because you're wringing the hell out of it...40+ in 1st will do that. I have 5500 miles on my 2018 yellow/black XT and have averaged 50 mpg. I don't ride aggressively, just enjoy the 65 mile daily commute...going 70-72 on the highway with moderate city riding. I bought it new last November for $9000 and prefer it over my previous GS1200 and Concours 14. It's been a blast to ride and nothing on it feels cheap. The engine and transmission is one of the smoothest I've owned. Yes, the gauge cluster is dated and doesn't have ride by wire tech, but I'd buy it again if I had to do it all over. All this from a guy that despised Suzuki and really wanted to buy a Honda Africa Twin or Yamaha Super Tenere.
Brett, I have all the mod cons on my Triumph and I use none of them period. I stream my music from my phone to my Helmet, oh but once in a while i use cruise control. Suzuki makes a great bike always has always will. Safe travels!!!
Suzuki V-Strom 1000XT (2018) purchased mine a couple months ago.. after a couple thousand miles. I feel like I can comment on it..low end grunt..ohhh yes..3k to 5k rpm is the sweet spot..effortless power..It just wants to go.. suspension is good..adjustable..it works.. fuel injection mapping is spot on, no lag no hesitation..very nice..I do like the guage package..lots of info..air temp ..mpg..range..clock..and yes a gear indicator..I ride mostly the back roads here in southern Oregon ..canyons ..mountains.. on the freeway at 65 to 80mph rock solid..this bike corners well..stock tires..I get 50mpg average..range 250-275 miles.. I do have a 2015 V-strom 650..how do they compare..? the 650 is a nice ride as well..feels a bit lighter..great handling ect BUT.. that 1037 cc motor in the 1000 is the cats meow..tellin ya given a choice..1000 all the way :0)..I paid $11,700 out the door for mine..NO REGRETS..IN FACT..I CANT GET OFF IT..ahh yes grasshopper..life is good on a Suzuki V-Strom 1000XT
I had the old 1000, it was a good bike. When the new one came out I looked at the specs and went Meh it won't be much better. I was way way way wrong. The 1037 is killer. It has awesome performance where a rider can actually use it in the real world.
I have a 2018. Right after changing the oil the first time I started getting idle hammer. Quite a bit posted online about it. Have you noticed that on your bike?
@@4fifty8 ..I did listen to your vid of the engine noise..my bike does not make that noise (idle hammer)..humm..I did some research on this.. most say its not a reliability issue..granted it does not sound great at idle..I notice it stops at just a little higher idle.... mmmm ..try easing up your idle just a bit..run non alcohol gas if possible..min 90 octane..I did my first oil/filter change at 577 miles..break in rpm never above 4k..my guess..its the crap gasoline we get today..my 2 cents :0)
spoiley62 2018 1000XT in Champion Yellow here. Also did my first oil change at around 550 miles. I always, ALWAYS run non-ethanol 100% gasoline, at least 90 octane minimum. I’m at 2800 miles and haven’t heard the idle hammer yet. Also getting consistent 50-52 mpg’s. It’s a relatively high compression engine so I think this engine needs good gas to get the best mileage and performance. Getting ready to have the seat modded at a local shop, then some crash bars and heated grips. So far my Suzi has been a great bike.
@@Mainrollman thanks for the response. I've been getting good gas mileage too. I always use 91 octane minimum. It's very frustrating since I never heard it on a used demo bike I rode and seems most people don't experience it. I might put some pressure on the dealer to fix it or start talking to Suzuki Canada.
I traded my 2014 V-Strom 1000 in on a new R1250GS... I totally enjoyed the V-Strom, the BMW was a life long dream I could make happen. If circumstances didn’t allow for the R1250GS... I would still be happy with the Suzuki.
B Shortt, hope you can respond to this. I'm looking for either a 2018/2019 V-strom 1000 or a 2014 1200GSA, I was wondering the difference in air / wind protection for your legs on both bikes, any differences in that department?
B Shortt... how is the bmw working for you? Would you go back to a Vstrom? I have owned bmw's for many years. Part of owner ship is the need some time to have dealer work on bike... specially while under warrantee. How close is your dealer. Mine is a days drive there and back. Not worried about simple service's... but more than that, I do not think I would sleep well worried about the day, that will come, when you have to drop it off.
@@joost1183 sorry for the late reply.... The GSA windscreen is a little different in size than the GS that I have, but as far as wind protection. I had a Givi screen on my V-Strom and that made it just as good as the GS, Now I'm 5'10 so that gives you some reference. The GS/GSA will give better wind protection from the cylinders, but I never found the V-Strom bad for that, just the GS is better. So for the V-Strom, go for a Givi screen or similar and you'll be happy. The stock screen on the V-Strom is not horrible , about middle of the road. I love my R1250GS, but I have zero regrets over the Suzuki.
@@davidfalgout7304 The BMW is GREAT.... not that the V-Strom was bad. Would I got back to the V-Strom, I would.... I live in Nova Scotia, and the nearest BMW dealer is in New Brunswick, 250km away. Now that being said, I have no complaints about the dealer at all, aside from geography. In fact even though there is a Suzuki dealer in Halifax, I purchased the V-Strom from the same dealer as the BMW. They have a drop off and pick up service on a regular basis to the Halifax area, so they are making it as easy an ownership experience as possible. The servicing for the warranty period is not too bad. I have a lot of friends in the Moncton area I can visit. And they are also a Triumph dealer, and I'm itching for a Speed Twin. Once this Covid stuff settles. So would I buy the BMW all over again, yes I would, because I was able to afford it. If the money part didn't work out for me, I'd still have the V-Strom, and still be completely happy with it.
Did the BMW test ride then rode a 2018 V-Strom 1000XT same day. BMW was good and looks better but honestly the Strom handled better and I loved the Vtwin. I bought the VStrom the following day. I've only had it a few months, just cleared 1700 miles. Could not be happier with the decision.
I have 2 regrets in life, not meeting my wonderful wife years earlier and selling my Vstrom 650, bike was the perfect allrounder. And the way you filter traffic with the bags on is commendable Sir. Just put the moronic comments at bay My wife helped choose a Black 2018 Triumph Trophy SE and an April 850 Mana, We drive 3 Mini Coopers and Have been married for 25 years. Shame it seems a lot of people cannot find a good Wife, maybe some of the comments below are the reason why!!!! The comment was to indicate that the 650 V-Strom or any V-Strom is a great bike, and I regret selling it for a cruiser that left the garage in 6 months.....
*IN YOUR NEXT ANIVERSARY GO TO YOUR NEREST SUZUKI DEALER AND SURPRISE YOUR WIFE WITH A ROAD TRIP IN THE BIKE OF YOUR LIFE A SIDE WITH LOVE OF YOUR LIFE*
If he gets rid of her he will have all kinds of money...and extra space in the garage for motorcycles where her car used to sit. He must be honeymooning. Wives really aren't that great. Lol
Bought this exact bike, same color and all a month ago. It's perfect for me. It will never be used for hardcore off road as i have a dirtbike for that. Might see an occasional fire road or a gravel road here and there. I'm short so i had to lower mine to feel comfortable but otherwise its great
Sure the marketing department of BMW, Ktm and Ducati are just way better. But look if you buy a GS 850 it is build in China. For me Japan bikes are great value for money, look good and have all the joy that you get from Europian bikes.
noobasdfjkl Tbh neither of those bikes are meant for serious off-road duty. Too heavy! As far as Super Tenere is concerned check out the 300,000 miles review by Longhaulpaul on UA-cam.
yeah man, agreed! either he is very good or the camera fakes the perspective..or both.. Like at the traffic light at 8:20 I was so convinced he was going to scratch all those cars in one go.. :) Well done
I wanted a BMW GS1200A then I rode a 2014 Vstrom 1000 adventure, I was sold. I also got mine used with 3900 miles for 7200 out the door, so that didn’t hurt. It’s an awesome bike I’ve owned it almost a year.
I bought a new 2014 last year. It is very dependable and forgiving. Yes not the cutting edge best but it is like a labrador it will do everything you ask within reason, I love mine!
If you didn’t need the status of opposed cylinders and a shiny exoskeleton, this bike is just amazing. Consider if any is us would have considered needing electronic driver aids 10 years ago - when we were younger, you know, pre-Viagra. Half the price of an Austrian or German bike pays for a lot of riding trips. That’s me, laughing all the way to the bank on an amazing v-twin engine.
Me too. Keep looking at other bikes, including the 2023 Vstrom 1050 DE and I cannot justify the costs of switching. It was already near perfect in 2014.
I bought a 2014 new in 2016 for $9400 out the door with 0% financing. I have about 26,000 miles on it now, and I have gone places and done things with it that it was never meant to do. I don't air down my tires, and have never bent a run even doing mild trails in Moab. I wanted a rock solid reliable ADV bike and was willing to take a little more weight than the Honda, and get more reliability and simplicity than the KTM. They only issue I ever had is the inability to disable the ABS for offroad, it will get you killed in gravel or loose downhills. Other than that it is about perfect if you don't need dirtbike offroad ability.
I've done just under 30,000 miles in the last 12 months on a 2018 650xt. Zero problems. Great bike and no doubt the 1000 is the same. I'm not personally bought into the 1000 though over the 650. For a workhorse the 650 works fine.
@@florme6494 Trying decide between the two. I would use it for a mixture of touring (sometimes 2-up) and day rides (not so much commuting). If you could only have one, which would you choose? Thanks.
Chris Kneifl with that brief I would go for the 1000. The 650 to me is more of a commuter bike that gets great gas mileage and obviously initially costs less to purchase. There’s is nothing wrong with the 650 but if I was after one purely for the weekends that needed to be touring with 2 people, making it more of a toy than a work horse, then it’s the 1000. 650 to me is purchased with the brain and the 1000 with the heart, if that makes sense. If you ride them both you will know what I mean... needs and wants...
I've got the 650XT if i was riding alone with some cargo it's fine but then i have a back ride you'll definitely feel the need for some more power, if you'll ride with a backride a lot definitely would prefer the 1000 than 650.
Total reliability, bullet proof motor, tough as nails and last but not least, best bloody value for money bike on the market. I have a 2014 1000, fully kitted out and the only item required is a factory cruise control. I will do a heap of km's on tour, and the cruise would be beneficial. Cannot wait to see what the new 2020 redesigned DR Big/vstrom will come out with. Good review Adam.
Great review, just bought exactly same bike and colour. So far so good, paid £9000 in UK and came with hard panniers etc, got a great deal. Bike now advertised for £10,000 plus
I have ridden test rides on Gs many times no question it is great but in my country the price is around 30k eur and equally equipped version of vstrom is around 18/19k euros. You can tour all around Europe for several years with this money difference. In my opinion both bikes are great and Suzuki is superb in value for money category! Great review man!👍
I thought that this bike put out 100 HP. Just got done with a 2-day on my 2014 Strom Adventure. Riding was split between gravel and asphalt roads with Pirelli Scorpion Trail II’s. Roads were very curvy. It’s an awesome bike. I was hooked up on all surfaces and very stable.
As a '97 TL1000S owner/rider I agree fully with your feelings about the engine. It is just a blast, such a willing engine. I'd love a 2014+ DL1000 for a new daily commuter but the Mrs isn't comfortable on the back of an adv bike.
I put 110k miles over 8 years on a 2008 DL1000, mostly commute miles in the LA area. Wonderful bike and was handed down to my son for college commutes. It still lives today. A JC Whitney top box and generic tank bag was all it needed to be a commuter's mule. BTW, no fingers for the bike you passed on the on-ramp? What's SoCal coming to?
I agree. I have a 2012 650 and I don't like the headlight configuration. It either looks like a cartoon character or a bit on the feminine side. I love the vstrom so much that if I ever got rid of it, it would be to buy a newer one. Especially one with the cyclops look, but I think I'd stick with the 650.
V-Strom is a great bike and had been very competitive with its very reasonable pricing up until 2019. When I checked the price of the full loaded V-Strom, there was no price difference with the competition which made it a less of a "bargain". Imho, the price tag should have been under $15K.
Your both correct. Height is 3 position adjustable with allen wrench, (not tool-less) angle is also 3 position adjustable with your hand (that is tool-less). Bike is shipped on middle height. I raised mine up a hole up to be at the highest level, then use my hand to adjust the angle per conditions.
I just rode my friend's GS which had that aftermarket "freeze throttle with roller" type solution. It was made by Kono if recall correctly. It seemed to work so well that I think it can replace oem cruise control. I rode for 5mins with it and it began to feel natural already. I think I might fit one on my own bike as well.
I have one like this and love it. I've test ridden a bunch of prestige bikes but this beat them all for me. Only problem is the feeling like it wants to drop when stopping.
Benjamin Smith you definitely get use to that, just always try and keep it as upright as possible when stopping. Soon it will become a routine and you won’t notice it. I agree fantastic bike!
Nice review, but can I suggest next time please give more bike specs. I would like to have heard about gas tank capacity, does it have cruise control (yet), maybe what changed from last year. .
Well, once I have 1000 year 2018, here in Brazil, today she has 25,000 km traveled, never made any kind of problem, made in 35 days a trip to a Patagonia with my girlfriend and 3 chests, 14,500 km driven only on this trip , being about 1,500 km off road, a motorcycle is very good, I equipped a lot of mine, if changing anything I would increase the space between the floor and the exhaust below the motorcycle. I would say today, perfect! (Google translator)
If I was in the market for a V-strom, I would buy a used 2014+ model. They can be purchased as low as $6k farkled out with only a handful of thousands of miles. If you buy it new don't pay over $10k OTD. These bikes don't sell enough in the states, there is always stock . The bike is practically unchanged since it was revised in 2014. Cornering ABS is about the only upgrade on that bike since then. Great machine if you are not trying to be the coolest bike at the Starbucks parking lot.
sold my 2016 ZX14R for a 2018 strom 1000 last year. Believe it or not, but im having more fun now. No bags on mine, I ride it as if it was a big supermoto. dealers give huge discounts so the bike is even more a value. I just wish some tuner would do a ECU reprogram that takes a few of the restrictions away. Hey Adam, can you do a quarter mile run with it sometime and let us know how you do??
Er... The japanese twins didn't fail to make the power of the Ducatis at all, the Honda vtr was a bit weak sure, but the Suzuki TL make MORE power than the Ducati engines of the time.
Yep, Ducati had more experience and unbeatable riders in Sbk, but suzuki engine made the same power in the street version as the Ducati, Italians are well known for claiming more hp than reality, the new panigale v4 with full exhaust system by akrapovic claims 226hp yet it cannot beat the R1M, the new BMW 2020 is way faster claiming way less hp.
Owned a DL650 8 years ago and did long distance driving, north of polarcircle, was thinking about buying this bike for a long time, the price is great but the bike is to basic for 2019. Can forgive most but really want cruise control as an option.
You can usually disable the ABS by putting it on centre stand or a log, put it in gear and spin the rear wheel (you can also remove the fuses). It's stupid that it can't be done with a button, but hey, at least there is a way.
@@RebuildingSaad It often works and I have never seen it turn back on without turning off the bike. At the same time, it is conceivable to expect some manufacturers to have it restart by itself during operation. It is not as reliable as just removing the fuse or the whole system...
Yes, it sounds great Adam but the gauges are prehistoric and the mirrors look like blocks glass. It's great that it comes with bags but this bike isn't on my list for an Adventure bike. Excellent video!
Like most modern Suzuki bikes, the current Vstrom 1000 is under appreciated. The engine is smooth and has strong midrange grunt. The ergonomics are comfortable, the bike is pretty light and narrow for a 1000. It has very competent high-end suspension with great brakes that have lean-angle ABS. I believe the IMU is also tied to the TC. Considering the discounts offered by dealers it’s a hell of a bike for the price. The one thing it’s missing is cruise control. If I hadn’t just bought a Triumph Tiger I would own one of these.
Heated grip cable routing looks clean to me... zip tie it to the throttle cable bracket as you suggested and see how far you can open throttle. It's not easy to make the cabling vanish when you've got to have the slack for left/right lock to lock + the full movement of the throttle grip. I wish mine looked this clean, I cant even see the left grip cable from your POV at all.
That's awesome! This actually works reliably? So if someone's wanting to take it off-road, just pop a wheelie before hitting the trails and ABS will remain disengaged?
@@RebuildingSaad LOL, might be easier to just pop the seat and pull the 15A ABS fuse out. If you turn the bike off for about 30-40 mins it will reset to ON again.
Adam: vs. Versys 1000, which do you like better? (no offroad) V-Strom has the narrowness, Versys has the peak HP. Does this bike require premium fuel? Cable throttle = no cruise = kind of bogus.
When I bought my Vstrom XT 4 months ago I walked to the shop and the first thing I saw was the Versys, nice bike for sure, but because of the engine Vtwin and that low end tourque and 19 inch front I went with Suzuki... And that 1000 $ difference was not a problem.
Today I was in Dainese store to buy new summer shoes and they also sell Ducati. I did sit on the Multistrada 950 and I can confirm that sitting position and comfort in much more pleasant on the Vstrom 1000 and dont take me wrong I like the design of the Ducati.
Dear Suzuki, A brake lever-canceling throttle lock included in the package. Can we have that? Would that be too much overhead? Would that tax the engineers (or there aftermarket company they would likely be sorted from) too much?
Like that suzuki has put the exhaust low enough to not bother the side bags. Why is it that nearly every bike in the adventure touring segment has an exhaust so high that cuts right through the side bags? If someone could explain the reasoning for a high exhaust that would be great 😀
Great review thank you. When I test ride the vstrom I found the gearbox and engine a bit too much agricultural. Was my assessment wrong or did you also. Secondly, I found the engine sound could be better for a v motor compared to other manufacturers. What's your take.
Your TC (traction control) light did not turn off. I always ride on mode 2 to be safe. so i'm not sure if they would not turn off if you have tc turned of annyhow, i think the manual states that if the light doesnt turn off something might be wrong with TC.
Wrong power delivery for this application, (according to the experts). However, I would love a TL-R engine on my old SV1000N. As is with a few different bits and bobs this engine could make 140hp ALL DAY easily and reliably...150hp if you wanted to slap it on a sport bike.
"as tested without the accessories, it's $14,600" BMW and KTM should be embarrassed.Or not because they're printing their own money 🤣. Suzuki really has to update that dash though.
I've had both. Big Strom all the way. Get the footpeg lowering brackets and either the Madstad or Givi Airflow windshield and you've got yourself an awesome adv tourer.
I've had both. The V-strom is much better on the road. Actually not that bad off road (fire roads, double track) The torque curve is more favorable, especially 2 up. I got my 19 for under 10k.
Thought this bike was mid 90 hp. Unless Suzuki detuned. My 14 DL1000A hauls butt. If I recall, 3 second 0-60 and 1/4 mile in the 11's. More than enough bike to get you in trouble.
Is 83 in a 55 mph zone something that Californians feel is normal and acceptable? With my commercial license, if I got busted for doing 28 mph over the posted limit, I would be cited for Reckless Driving, face a fine of several hundred dollars, lose my job immediately, and have great difficulty finding a job in my line of work. Riding a motorcycle is not a license to break traffic laws.
Nice review! You hit all the important considerations we might look for. MPG seems surprisingly low for a modern bike but you are pushing it a bit. Speaking of units, that speedo must be reading in KPH right??? ;-)
Nice review Adam. I've ridden this bike and really rate it. It's just the looks that don't quite do it for me. I've always hoped that Suzuki would use this engine to make a new SV1000S and SV1000N. In line 4 are good engines but for me don't have the character, low down torque and sound of a v-twin.
el manual del usuario dice que, cuando haces willys o derrapadas, el ABS puede llegar a desconectarse. Es una buena manera de desconectarlo antes de entrar en caminos de tierra.
I bought a 2018 VStromXT. I read a tonne of reviews, and watched a tonne of videos. The term used consistently throughout my research was value. Everyone was surprised by the amount of bike they got for the price. One of the reviewers said, "It's not the best at any one thing but it is right there with everything." It is a simple and practical machine, with proven reliability, capable of taking on almost anything you can throw at it. Hands down the best purchase of my life.
Rob McCormick , have you done any long trips on this bike?
I heard same words from the reviewers, and after having mine for 4 months, I ride alone and offten quick I love the bike, the only thing I miss for the highway is cruise control.
@@jblue1299 Yes, the stock windshield is shit(I am 6'2), and as Sky Works said above, the lack of cruise control could be a pain in the ass for some people. I didn't really mind not having it but it would have been nice. Overall the bike handled the trip just fine. My only real discomforts besides the windshield were gear related and had nothing to do with the bike itself.
@@robmccormick8155 From what I can tell....for guys our height, the Givi Airflow screen is THE answer to the buffeting....
You got that right!!
If my time in the military taught me anything "military grade" means it doesnt work 75 percent of the time
You’re not wrong lol
Absolutely correct
Great review!!! I bought 2019 V-Strom 1000XT adventure for myself few weeks ago and I have to say, BEST money I have ever spent!
Same bike, mine in yellow color.
Me too! Put 3800 miles on it so far. Very happy except for the clutch basket noise at idle, but apparently thats just a VStrom thing.
@@clintterrill6886 My clutch does not make any sound, bring it to the dealer, it is in warranty. Enjoy
sky works yeah, I can try that. But from what I gather they will just put the same basket in and it will make the same sound after awhile. Its hard to tell but its either the idle hammer or the clutch basket. I guessed its the basket since it gets quieter when I pull in the clutch. It started at 550 miles and I now I have 3825 the bike still functions flawlessly. Just has that knocking sound at idle but still appears to function just fine. Smooth and powerful. 🤷🏼♂️
@@clintterrill6886 my bought-new 2002 V-Strom 1000 with 58k has the same quirk. It's definitely a VStrom thing. I STILL wouldn't part with it.
My bike, my is just in yellow and also 2019. I did put Led blinkers and Remus exhaust on and it sounds great. Yesterday I went on my usuall quick ride like 100 kilometres of curvy mountain road and long high speed turns and the bike performs great. You made my day with words that the GS 1250 aint much quicker. Most underated great sporty bike.
Grettings from Slovenia.
just curious where is Slovenia never even heard of it?
@@dustinwalker9932 South of Austria.
@@dustinwalker9932 between Italy, Croatia,Hungary and Austria
Dustin Walker haha Lol, you are from the united states? Sky works, what do you think of the led blinkers?
I have a 2018. Right after changing the oil the first time I started getting idle hammer. Quite a bit posted online about it. Have you noticed that on your bike?
You're averaging 32 mpg because you're wringing the hell out of it...40+ in 1st will do that. I have 5500 miles on my 2018 yellow/black XT and have averaged 50 mpg. I don't ride aggressively, just enjoy the 65 mile daily commute...going 70-72 on the highway with moderate city riding. I bought it new last November for $9000 and prefer it over my previous GS1200 and Concours 14. It's been a blast to ride and nothing on it feels cheap. The engine and transmission is one of the smoothest I've owned. Yes, the gauge cluster is dated and doesn't have ride by wire tech, but I'd buy it again if I had to do it all over. All this from a guy that despised Suzuki and really wanted to buy a Honda Africa Twin or Yamaha Super Tenere.
Brett, I have all the mod cons on my Triumph and I use none of them period. I stream my music from my phone to my Helmet, oh but once in a while i use cruise control. Suzuki makes a great bike always has always will. Safe travels!!!
Suzuki V-Strom 1000XT (2018) purchased mine a couple months ago.. after a couple thousand miles. I feel like I can comment on it..low end grunt..ohhh yes..3k to 5k rpm
is the sweet spot..effortless power..It just wants to go.. suspension is good..adjustable..it works.. fuel injection mapping is spot on, no lag no hesitation..very nice..I do like the guage package..lots of info..air temp ..mpg..range..clock..and yes a gear indicator..I ride mostly the back roads here in southern Oregon ..canyons ..mountains.. on the freeway at 65 to 80mph rock solid..this bike corners well..stock tires..I get 50mpg average..range 250-275 miles..
I do have a 2015 V-strom 650..how do they compare..? the 650 is a nice ride as well..feels a bit lighter..great handling ect BUT.. that 1037 cc motor in the 1000 is the cats meow..tellin ya
given a choice..1000 all the way :0)..I paid $11,700 out the door for mine..NO REGRETS..IN FACT..I CANT GET OFF IT..ahh yes grasshopper..life is good on a Suzuki V-Strom 1000XT
I had the old 1000, it was a good bike. When the new one came out I looked at the specs and went Meh it won't be much better. I was way way way wrong. The 1037 is killer. It has awesome performance where a rider can actually use it in the real world.
I have a 2018. Right after changing the oil the first time I started getting idle hammer. Quite a bit posted online about it. Have you noticed that on your bike?
@@4fifty8 ..I did listen to your vid of the engine noise..my bike does not make that noise (idle hammer)..humm..I did some research on this.. most say its not a reliability issue..granted it does not sound great at idle..I notice it stops at just a little higher idle.... mmmm ..try easing up your idle just a bit..run non alcohol gas if possible..min 90 octane..I did my first oil/filter change at 577 miles..break in rpm never above 4k..my guess..its the crap gasoline we get today..my 2 cents :0)
spoiley62 2018 1000XT in Champion Yellow here. Also did my first oil change at around 550 miles. I always, ALWAYS run non-ethanol 100% gasoline, at least 90 octane minimum. I’m at 2800 miles and haven’t heard the idle hammer yet. Also getting consistent 50-52 mpg’s. It’s a relatively high compression engine so I think this engine needs good gas to get the best mileage and performance. Getting ready to have the seat modded at a local shop, then some crash bars and heated grips. So far my Suzi has been a great bike.
@@Mainrollman thanks for the response. I've been getting good gas mileage too. I always use 91 octane minimum. It's very frustrating since I never heard it on a used demo bike I rode and seems most people don't experience it. I might put some pressure on the dealer to fix it or start talking to Suzuki Canada.
I traded my 2014 V-Strom 1000 in on a new R1250GS... I totally enjoyed the V-Strom, the BMW was a life long dream I could make happen. If circumstances didn’t allow for the R1250GS... I would still be happy with the Suzuki.
B Shortt, hope you can respond to this. I'm looking for either a 2018/2019 V-strom 1000 or a 2014 1200GSA, I was wondering the difference in air / wind protection for your legs on both bikes, any differences in that department?
B Shortt... how is the bmw working for you? Would you go back to a Vstrom? I have owned bmw's for many years. Part of owner ship is the need some time to have dealer work on bike... specially while under warrantee. How close is your dealer. Mine is a days drive there and back. Not worried about simple service's... but more than that, I do not think I would sleep well worried about the day, that will come, when you have to drop it off.
@@joost1183 sorry for the late reply....
The GSA windscreen is a little different in size than the GS that I have, but as far as wind protection. I had a Givi screen on my V-Strom and that made it just as good as the GS, Now I'm 5'10 so that gives you some reference. The GS/GSA will give better wind protection from the cylinders, but I never found the V-Strom bad for that, just the GS is better. So for the V-Strom, go for a Givi screen or similar and you'll be happy. The stock screen on the V-Strom is not horrible , about middle of the road.
I love my R1250GS, but I have zero regrets over the Suzuki.
@@davidfalgout7304 The BMW is GREAT.... not that the V-Strom was bad. Would I got back to the V-Strom, I would.... I live in Nova Scotia, and the nearest BMW dealer is in New Brunswick, 250km away. Now that being said, I have no complaints about the dealer at all, aside from geography. In fact even though there is a Suzuki dealer in Halifax, I purchased the V-Strom from the same dealer as the BMW. They have a drop off and pick up service on a regular basis to the Halifax area, so they are making it as easy an ownership experience as possible. The servicing for the warranty period is not too bad. I have a lot of friends in the Moncton area I can visit. And they are also a Triumph dealer, and I'm itching for a Speed Twin. Once this Covid stuff settles.
So would I buy the BMW all over again, yes I would, because I was able to afford it. If the money part didn't work out for me, I'd still have the V-Strom, and still be completely happy with it.
@@bshortt4244 Halifax here ;)
Did the BMW test ride then rode a 2018 V-Strom 1000XT same day.
BMW was good and looks better but honestly the Strom handled better and I loved the Vtwin.
I bought the VStrom the following day. I've only had it a few months, just cleared 1700 miles.
Could not be happier with the decision.
I have 2 regrets in life, not meeting my wonderful wife years earlier and selling my Vstrom 650, bike was the perfect allrounder. And the way you filter traffic with the bags on is commendable Sir.
Just put the moronic comments at bay My wife helped choose a Black 2018 Triumph Trophy SE and an April 850 Mana, We drive 3 Mini Coopers and Have been married for 25 years. Shame it seems a lot of people cannot find a good Wife, maybe some of the comments below are the reason why!!!!
The comment was to indicate that the 650 V-Strom or any V-Strom is a great bike, and I regret selling it for a cruiser that left the garage in 6 months.....
Divorced and get myself concourse 1400 and vstrom 650 ..
Right? I ain't brave enough to split with bags on
*IN YOUR NEXT ANIVERSARY GO TO YOUR NEREST SUZUKI DEALER AND SURPRISE YOUR WIFE WITH A ROAD TRIP IN THE BIKE OF YOUR LIFE A SIDE WITH LOVE OF YOUR LIFE*
Colin Goldthorpe i owned the 2010 v Strom 650 very nimble - the new 1000 is as nimble due to light chassis but with the extra hp
If he gets rid of her he will have all kinds of money...and extra space in the garage for motorcycles where her car used to sit. He must be honeymooning. Wives really aren't that great. Lol
Bought this exact bike, same color and all a month ago. It's perfect for me. It will never be used for hardcore off road as i have a dirtbike for that. Might see an occasional fire road or a gravel road here and there. I'm short so i had to lower mine to feel comfortable but otherwise its great
Fubutubu2 congrats on the new bike
@@scottbott8525 it was marked down to 10,999
@@scottbott8525 14999
@@fubutubu2132 it's a veeery good deal...
Does it have cruise control
Riding 80MPH in a 55MPH speed zone in California without getting caught over 10 minutes of riding is a miracle!
did you not see the suspicious exit followed by lane splitting and more acceleration demonstrations? Might be why he wasn't caught. lol
it is KMPH.
The V-Strom, Super Tenere and Versys 1000 are very under-rated.
Sure the marketing department of BMW, Ktm and Ducati are just way better. But look if you buy a GS 850 it is build in China. For me Japan bikes are great value for money, look good and have all the joy that you get from Europian bikes.
The V-Strom is awesome, but the tenere is really not very good. The Versys has no offroad pretension, so it’s not quite the same.
noobasdfjkl Tbh neither of those bikes are meant for serious off-road duty. Too heavy! As far as Super Tenere is concerned check out the 300,000 miles review by Longhaulpaul on UA-cam.
They are all also ugly and don't really stir any passion. Great tools, but they don't excite like the competition does
..,yes bit its Legendary Vstrom..Adventure Super Tourer..no doubt best reliable Budget of mixed the 3..Great Suzie..
closed my eyes seeing splitting trafic like that with those paniers on the back🙈🙈
I could've svore that he smashed one cars mirror, cause it seemed to go just under grips and panniers must be very close to the reach of the bars.
yeah man, agreed! either he is very good or the camera fakes the perspective..or both.. Like at the traffic light at 8:20 I was so convinced he was going to scratch all those cars in one go.. :) Well done
In big cities in Europe adv bikes with panniers filtering are everywhere 😁
I closed my eyes the whole time. Shit rider.
@@thiscocks Yeah - shaking my head over and over. I've been riding for 40 years because I DON'T ride like him.
I wanted a BMW GS1200A then I rode a 2014 Vstrom 1000 adventure, I was sold. I also got mine used with 3900 miles for 7200 out the door, so that didn’t hurt. It’s an awesome bike I’ve owned it almost a year.
I bought a new 2014 last year. It is very dependable and forgiving. Yes not the cutting edge best but it is like a labrador it will do everything you ask within reason, I love mine!
It's also a big pig......like a Labrador retriever.....lol
If you didn’t need the status of opposed cylinders and a shiny exoskeleton, this bike is just amazing. Consider if any is us would have considered needing electronic driver aids 10 years ago - when we were younger, you know, pre-Viagra. Half the price of an Austrian or German bike pays for a lot of riding trips. That’s me, laughing all the way to the bank on an amazing v-twin engine.
I just picked up this same bike in February. $12,500 including plates and registration. While it's not a R1250GS, it was half the cost. 👍
Was just out on my 2014 DL1000A today. Brilliant touring bike.
Me too. Keep looking at other bikes, including the 2023 Vstrom 1050 DE and I cannot justify the costs of switching. It was already near perfect in 2014.
Hey Adam, huge boots to fill doing the MC Commute but I really like your style and enjoy your take on things, cheers.
I think what happened on the backin test is that when you wheelied the bike disabled the abs.
I bought a 2014 new in 2016 for $9400 out the door with 0% financing. I have about 26,000 miles on it now, and I have gone places and done things with it that it was never meant to do. I don't air down my tires, and have never bent a run even doing mild trails in Moab. I wanted a rock solid reliable ADV bike and was willing to take a little more weight than the Honda, and get more reliability and simplicity than the KTM. They only issue I ever had is the inability to disable the ABS for offroad, it will get you killed in gravel or loose downhills. Other than that it is about perfect if you don't need dirtbike offroad ability.
Good say..👌👍..I have first gen..
Just do a wheelie and the ABS will be disabled. Easy! Just like in this video haha
I've done just under 30,000 miles in the last 12 months on a 2018 650xt. Zero problems. Great bike and no doubt the 1000 is the same. I'm not personally bought into the 1000 though over the 650. For a workhorse the 650 works fine.
TommyBarnezTV definitely can’t go wrong with either. I’ve owned both, currently have the 1000. I like both equally but for different reasons.
@@florme6494 Trying decide between the two. I would use it for a mixture of touring (sometimes 2-up) and day rides (not so much commuting). If you could only have one, which would you choose? Thanks.
Chris Kneifl with that brief I would go for the 1000. The 650 to me is more of a commuter bike that gets great gas mileage and obviously initially costs less to purchase. There’s is nothing wrong with the 650 but if I was after one purely for the weekends that needed to be touring with 2 people, making it more of a toy than a work horse, then it’s the 1000. 650 to me is purchased with the brain and the 1000 with the heart, if that makes sense. If you ride them both you will know what I mean... needs and wants...
@@florme6494 Thanks! Exactly the info I was looking for!
I've got the 650XT if i was riding alone with some cargo it's fine but then i have a back ride you'll definitely feel the need for some more power, if you'll ride with a backride a lot definitely would prefer the 1000 than 650.
Total reliability, bullet proof motor, tough as nails and last but not least, best bloody value for money bike on the market. I have a 2014 1000, fully kitted out and the only item required is a factory cruise control. I will do a heap of km's on tour, and the cruise would be beneficial. Cannot wait to see what the new 2020 redesigned DR Big/vstrom will come out with. Good review Adam.
Great review, just bought exactly same bike and colour. So far so good, paid £9000 in UK and came with hard panniers etc, got a great deal. Bike now advertised for £10,000 plus
I have ridden test rides on Gs many times no question it is great but in my country the price is around 30k eur and equally equipped version of vstrom is around 18/19k euros. You can tour all around Europe for several years with this money difference. In my opinion both bikes are great and Suzuki is superb in value for money category! Great review man!👍
I thought that this bike put out 100 HP. Just got done with a 2-day on my 2014 Strom Adventure. Riding was split between gravel and asphalt roads with Pirelli Scorpion Trail II’s. Roads were very curvy. It’s an awesome bike. I was hooked up on all surfaces and very stable.
Anybody else check the mirror after passing the cop? Nice review. I put 130,000 kms on a the 1st gen 1000. Capable and bullet proof.
You can be proud to ride in any group with this machine and smile more when you are with BMW guys when you think of allllllllllll the money you saved.
Dam you ride into those red lights super Hot. Slow down!
@Meliora make me
@Meliora lmao
As a '97 TL1000S owner/rider I agree fully with your feelings about the engine. It is just a blast, such a willing engine. I'd love a 2014+ DL1000 for a new daily commuter but the Mrs isn't comfortable on the back of an adv bike.
I confirm that the motor is a real Diamond. Owner of a 2002 dl 1000. Even know my engine on a dyno jet says 93 hp.
I kind of like the idea of saving thousands of dollars on a quality motorcycle, And I bet if something does break it doesn't cost $10 per bolt...
Military grade paneers? Is the cheese extra hard?
My thoughts exactly 😂😂😂
Doesn't military grade mean it's built to the lowest bidder?
Nice one 😂
@7.62x39 sucks says the guy that does not like the best military round ever created !!! :)
There's no such thing like military-grade panniers, but maybe military-grade aluminum?
I put 110k miles over 8 years on a 2008 DL1000, mostly commute miles in the LA area. Wonderful bike and was handed down to my son for college commutes. It still lives today. A JC Whitney top box and generic tank bag was all it needed to be a commuter's mule.
BTW, no fingers for the bike you passed on the on-ramp? What's SoCal coming to?
Since Suzuki changed the "face" of these new V-stroms, i lke a lot this bike, now it looks like a real Adventure Bike
I agree. I have a 2012 650 and I don't like the headlight configuration. It either looks like a cartoon character or a bit on the feminine side. I love the vstrom so much that if I ever got rid of it, it would be to buy a newer one. Especially one with the cyclops look, but I think I'd stick with the 650.
It annoys me you didn’t say you can adjust the screen by moving it forward then back , you do not have to unscrew stuff
If I owned a brake pad company, this guy would be my best friend.
but you don't 😘
@@MotorcyclistMag Actually, you're wrong.
V-Strom is a great bike and had been very competitive with its very reasonable pricing up until 2019. When I checked the price of the full loaded V-Strom, there was no price difference with the competition which made it a less of a "bargain". Imho, the price tag should have been under $15K.
Great review. One minor correction you can grab the windshield and adjust it with your hand anytime.
Your both correct. Height is 3 position adjustable with allen wrench, (not tool-less) angle is also 3 position adjustable with your hand (that is tool-less). Bike is shipped on middle height. I raised mine up a hole up to be at the highest level, then use my hand to adjust the angle per conditions.
If Suzuki ever adds cruise control to the V-Strom line they will be an easy choice for me.
I just rode my friend's GS which had that aftermarket "freeze throttle with roller" type solution. It was made by Kono if recall correctly. It seemed to work so well that I think it can replace oem cruise control. I rode for 5mins with it and it began to feel natural already. I think I might fit one on my own bike as well.
@@jothain Or you might just buy $1 narrow clamp from a tool shop, works just as well :) .
@@Dowent Doesnt really sit properly, always slowly accelerating or decelerating. Takes a few times to get correct every time.
I have one like this and love it. I've test ridden a bunch of prestige bikes but this beat them all for me. Only problem is the feeling like it wants to drop when stopping.
Benjamin Smith you definitely get use to that, just always try and keep it as upright as possible when stopping. Soon it will become a routine and you won’t notice it. I agree fantastic bike!
Nice review, but can I suggest next time please give more bike specs. I would like to have heard about gas tank capacity, does it have cruise control (yet), maybe what changed from last year. .
Well, once I have 1000 year 2018, here in Brazil, today she has 25,000 km traveled, never made any kind of problem, made in 35 days a trip to a Patagonia with my girlfriend and 3 chests, 14,500 km driven only on this trip , being about 1,500 km off road, a motorcycle is very good, I equipped a lot of mine, if changing anything I would increase the space between the floor and the exhaust below the motorcycle. I would say today, perfect! (Google translator)
If I was in the market for a V-strom, I would buy a used 2014+ model. They can be purchased as low as $6k farkled out with only a handful of thousands of miles.
If you buy it new don't pay over $10k OTD. These bikes don't sell enough in the states, there is always stock .
The bike is practically unchanged since it was revised in 2014. Cornering ABS is about the only upgrade on that bike since then.
Great machine if you are not trying to be the coolest bike at the Starbucks parking lot.
sold my 2016 ZX14R for a 2018 strom 1000 last year. Believe it or not, but im having more fun now. No bags on mine, I ride it as if it was a big supermoto. dealers give huge discounts so the bike is even more a value. I just wish some tuner would do a ECU reprogram that takes a few of the restrictions away. Hey Adam, can you do a quarter mile run with it sometime and let us know how you do??
WOW . . . quite a switch there but I could see myself doing something drastic like that too in a not too distant future.👍
Er... The japanese twins didn't fail to make the power of the Ducatis at all, the Honda vtr was a bit weak sure, but the Suzuki TL make MORE power than the Ducati engines of the time.
The VFR 1200 made 170 hp also.
Yep, Ducati had more experience and unbeatable riders in Sbk, but suzuki engine made the same power in the street version as the Ducati, Italians are well known for claiming more hp than reality, the new panigale v4 with full exhaust system by akrapovic claims 226hp yet it cannot beat the R1M, the new BMW 2020 is way faster claiming way less hp.
Great video. one of the few reviewers ive seen ride the bike like it should... fast , assertive and using the grunt
Owned a DL650 8 years ago and did long distance driving, north of polarcircle, was thinking about buying this bike for a long time, the price is great but the bike is to basic for 2019. Can forgive most but really want cruise control as an option.
It is not the best in anything but it is good for everything
You can usually disable the ABS by putting it on centre stand or a log, put it in gear and spin the rear wheel (you can also remove the fuses). It's stupid that it can't be done with a button, but hey, at least there is a way.
This is a reliable method for turning ABS off and keeping it off?
@@RebuildingSaad It often works and I have never seen it turn back on without turning off the bike. At the same time, it is conceivable to expect some manufacturers to have it restart by itself during operation. It is not as reliable as just removing the fuse or the whole system...
@@Dowent Cool, thanks!
Adam, another excellent review. Keep going!
Loved the wheelie. It is good to see reviews from folks who know what they are doing compared to a bunch of wannabes.
I have the 2014 V Strom 1000 Love it!! Sees lots of dirt roads/trails!!
What gloves are these?
Loving that blue seat
Yes, it sounds great Adam but the gauges are prehistoric and the mirrors look like blocks glass. It's great that it comes with bags but this bike isn't on my list for an Adventure bike. Excellent video!
What, you don't have enough bikes already? :P
@@progste I don't have an Adventure bike 😃🚲
What is?
Thanks Adam and MotorCyclist. If I had to have a Suzuki V-Strom, this would be it for me.
Hey buddy, great job. Have you ridden this gen V Strom 650? Wondering how you feel about it vs the 1000. Cheers.
Like most modern Suzuki bikes, the current Vstrom 1000 is under appreciated. The engine is smooth and has strong midrange grunt. The ergonomics are comfortable, the bike is pretty light and narrow for a 1000. It has very competent high-end suspension with great brakes that have lean-angle ABS. I believe the IMU is also tied to the TC. Considering the discounts offered by dealers it’s a hell of a bike for the price. The one thing it’s missing is cruise control. If I hadn’t just bought a Triumph Tiger I would own one of these.
New models have cruise control now.
Heated grip cable routing looks clean to me... zip tie it to the throttle cable bracket as you suggested and see how far you can open throttle. It's not easy to make the cabling vanish when you've got to have the slack for left/right lock to lock + the full movement of the throttle grip. I wish mine looked this clean, I cant even see the left grip cable from your POV at all.
Yes, you stumbled upon the secret way to turn the V-strom ABS off- you pop a wheelie ;-)
That's awesome! This actually works reliably? So if someone's wanting to take it off-road, just pop a wheelie before hitting the trails and ABS will remain disengaged?
@@RebuildingSaad LOL, might be easier to just pop the seat and pull the 15A ABS fuse out. If you turn the bike off for about 30-40 mins it will reset to ON again.
I really like the newest generation of the DL1000. I've ridden a couple and they're sweet bikes! Quite sporty ADV bikes in my opinion. I'd buy one.
Adam: vs. Versys 1000, which do you like better? (no offroad) V-Strom has the narrowness, Versys has the peak HP. Does this bike require premium fuel? Cable throttle = no cruise = kind of bogus.
When I bought my Vstrom XT 4 months ago I walked to the shop and the first thing I saw was the Versys, nice bike for sure, but because of the engine Vtwin and that low end tourque and 19 inch front I went with Suzuki... And that 1000 $ difference was not a problem.
You can turn off abs by pulling out the fuse (or install a switch).
Great review. Great motorcycle. We are spoiled for choice these days.
Loving these MC commutes!
I've seen a few of these MC commutes, and you rode this one way faster than a lot of previous commutes.....you must have really meshed with this bike.
Great video, you know how to ride!!
They need to put that vtwin in an sv frame please God, should be an option for those of us that need the extra power
They were, available as a 996 SV1000 naked & S from 2002-2007, but discontinued for poor sales, alongside the VSTROM, I had a 2005 SV1000S.
Today I was in Dainese store to buy new summer shoes and they also sell Ducati. I did sit on the Multistrada 950 and I can confirm that sitting position and comfort in much more pleasant on the Vstrom 1000 and dont take me wrong I like the design of the Ducati.
Dear Suzuki,
A brake lever-canceling throttle lock included in the package.
Can we have that? Would that be too much overhead? Would that tax the engineers (or there aftermarket company they would likely be sorted from) too much?
Apparently....
The best in it's category...great price and release all you need
Like that suzuki has put the exhaust low enough to not bother the side bags. Why is it that nearly every bike in the adventure touring segment has an exhaust so high that cuts right through the side bags? If someone could explain the reasoning for a high exhaust that would be great 😀
Great review thank you. When I test ride the vstrom I found the gearbox and engine a bit too much agricultural. Was my assessment wrong or did you also. Secondly, I found the engine sound could be better for a v motor compared to other manufacturers. What's your take.
Dam Adam rides like a mad man!
Those are some giant panniers! Did you forget about those when you were splitting lol. I usually commute in SoCal with just the Topcase ha
ive got a yellow 2019 with all the sw motech goodies heated grips and its 107bhp not what you said ?
If you pay attention at 19:54 the ABS light comes on to say the system is not working and that's why you were able to back it in Waheed ;).
so what do you mean when you say 'backing in'? is that putting on the brakes as you lean the bike in a turn and the wheels aren't locking up?
I agree 100% with your take on the instruments. I don't need colour, but a larger font would be great.
I would like to get a bike, but I have no where to store it, unless I rent a storage unit.
How about the vibration it is not bad in low and high rpm?
Super nice driving the Suzuki rocket 😊
Do the panners stick out further than the handle bars?
Your TC (traction control) light did not turn off. I always ride on mode 2 to be safe. so i'm not sure if they would not turn off if you have tc turned of annyhow, i think the manual states that if the light doesnt turn off something might be wrong with TC.
Does the engine deivery power like the original TL1000s yet? If not... why not.
Wrong power delivery for this application, (according to the experts). However, I would love a TL-R engine on my old SV1000N.
As is with a few different bits and bobs this engine could make 140hp ALL DAY easily and reliably...150hp if you wanted to slap it on a sport bike.
"as tested without the accessories, it's $14,600"
BMW and KTM should be embarrassed.Or not because they're printing their own money 🤣. Suzuki really has to update that dash though.
Picking up a V Strom 1000 tomorrow for $2,200....50K on the clock 2003. Looks well looked after - I think the price is good.
What would be more comfortable for a tall rider, Vstrom 1000 or Africa Twin on long 400 mile on-road days?
I've had both. Big Strom all the way. Get the footpeg lowering brackets and either the Madstad or Givi Airflow windshield and you've got yourself an awesome adv tourer.
V-Strom can take more luggage, and 19-inch front wheel is better on the road.
I've had both. The V-strom is much better on the road. Actually not that bad off road (fire roads, double track) The torque curve is more favorable, especially 2 up. I got my 19 for under 10k.
@Patrick McCarthy Kennewick Washington
This is definitely my next bike!!
OperationFoxley19441 you won’t regret it, such a nice bike.
What other ADV bikes would you say best the vstrom?
I think you mentioned 87 horsepower if I heard good?
Excellent and very knowledgeable stuff !
Thought this bike was mid 90 hp. Unless Suzuki detuned. My 14 DL1000A hauls butt. If I recall, 3 second 0-60 and 1/4 mile in the 11's. More than enough bike to get you in trouble.
it is
87 BHP??? I think that's wrong it's 100 BHP, more than the Africa twin which is 95 BHP.
OperationFoxley19441 i think it is 100 at the crank and 87 at the rear wheel.
3:15 did you not see that car to the right ?
Is 83 in a 55 mph zone something that Californians feel is normal and acceptable?
With my commercial license, if I got busted for doing 28 mph over the posted limit, I would be cited for Reckless Driving, face a fine of several hundred dollars, lose my job immediately, and have great difficulty finding a job in my line of work.
Riding a motorcycle is not a license to break traffic laws.
How is it for tall people?
Nice review! You hit all the important considerations we might look for. MPG seems surprisingly low for a modern bike but you are pushing it a bit. Speaking of units, that speedo must be reading in KPH right??? ;-)
That's mph i think
Great video and review!
Nice review Adam. I've ridden this bike and really rate it. It's just the looks that don't quite do it for me.
I've always hoped that Suzuki would use this engine to make a new SV1000S and SV1000N.
In line 4 are good engines but for me don't have the character, low down torque and sound of a v-twin.
el manual del usuario dice que, cuando haces willys o derrapadas, el ABS puede llegar a desconectarse. Es una buena manera de desconectarlo antes de entrar en caminos de tierra.
Why was the original video/commute deleted?