2018 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Courtesy of Suzuki. The engine's DOHC 1037cc 90-degree V-twin architecture is dates back to the proven '97 TL1000R, though a dizzying array of enhancements, including Suzuki V-Strom 1000 long-term review. Luke Bowler. Wed, 25 Mar 2015. Initial impressions of Suzuki's adventure-styled tourer. I'VE spent the last couple of months riding Suzuki's V-Strom 1000, my long termer for the year. It's only racked up 400 miles so far and most of that has been covered during my short commute to work, but I feel as 2012 V-Strom 1000 Review The bike came with Madstad bracket with the stock Suzuki windscreen. I plan on replacing the Suzuki windscreen with an aftermarket. Comfort On the 500 mile ride home, I experienced minor pain in both knees and more annoying pain across both thighs. This is pretty normal for me and every bike I've had needed But his secret shed weapon is a 2005 Suzuki V-Strom DL1000. The Trophy is a great two up tourer with all-day comfort. So why do I need an adventure bike? Well, I spent many years riding competition trials with a lot of trail riding thrown in. The riding position of an adventure bike just seems so natural to me after all these years - plus, I Suzuki V-Strom 1000 ABS: rating_4.0_rating Triumph Tiger 800 XCx: rating_4.5_rating As its name implies, the V-Strom is powered by a 1037cc, 90-degree V-twin engine, making 99PS of power and 103Nm 2019 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features. Liquid-cooled, 1037cc, 90-degree, V-twin engine delivers strong engine performance while achieving worldwide emissions requirements without any reduction in horsepower. Five-axis Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) provides vehicle spatial information to the innovative Motion Track Anti Sacramento, California. Reviewed on April 8, 2004. Motorcycle reviewed 2004 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 (DL1000) 5.0. 28 years of riding mostly Harleys and BMW twins. Sprinkling of Hondas. This DL1000 blows away every other bike I have ridden in my life with unsurpassed handling, reliability and comfort. I have ridden over 2000 miles in the few weeks For two days Suzuki subjected a select group of attending journalists to sample, critique and enjoy the virtues of the 2014 V-Strom 1000 ABS.Blacktop was the primary surface upon which we travelled, but a short stint atop dirtier roadways emphasized the adventurousness of the Strom as well as reminding a few of the attending journos (me included) to the precariousness of riding a 500-pound 2014 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 ABS Review When looking at this new Suzuki, you should be thinking 'value.' Read why in this 2014 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 ABS Review. By HFL Staff Jan 19 2014. POWERFUL V-TWIN ENGINE. The V-Strom 1050XT is driven by a powerful V-Twin engine combining not only power but, character, excitement and economy too. The engine delivers a deep rumble from low rpm, as the revs rise linear torque through the mid-range and a maximum 107.4PS at high rpm. This engine is as enjoyable as it is easy to use making it vzGSI.