See the 2007 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 get put through its paces in MotorcycleUSA.com’s Adventure Touring Motorcycle Shootout.
Suzuki V-Strom Adventure Motorcycle ReviewPosted by admin on Aug 15, 2010 | 25 Comments |
Suzuki V-Strom Adventure Motorcycle ReviewPosted by admin on Aug 15, 2010 | 25 Comments |
See the 2007 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 get put through its paces in MotorcycleUSA.com’s Adventure Touring Motorcycle Shootout.
@ShakyUK Stripped down and low priced, with managable power and seat height for new riders.
@motokev Have you done any touring 2 up on it? Like 1500 mile+? I’m interested in getting one but would like to know how people find 2 up touring.
@MotorTourerPA If you do not regard low priced as the definition of entry level, then how would you define entry level?
Just because it’s sensibly priced doesn’t make it “entry level.”
i likes!
i own a V-Strom 1000. Great CITY BIKE !!
Just bought a 1000cc V-Strom. Probably the best all around motorcycle on the road. I’ve had BMW’s and have problems with both of them. If your looking for a adventure tourer/ dual purpose bike, get a V-Strom.
Nasty knocking crank tho’
except for final drive failure which can leave you stranded and broke in some unpleasant places.
KLR
I’ve owned my ’02 1000 Vstrom for 2yrs now. Never a hassle, and because I’m coming from big cruisers, this bike is as agile as a snake! I’ve never driven the 650 version, but this 1000cc bike is agile enough for 2-up interstate riding! Have full saddlebag/trunk accouterments.
BMW might be the real deal, but for that price hell I could almost get two DL650s for that price. The V-Stroms are a budget Adventure tourer sure, but with some thinking & aftermarket stuff from touratech its not impossible.
Well, I can not tell you too much about Suzuki, even though I am quite sure that Suzuki is quite reliable. However, BMW lives forever.
Suzuki V-Strom DL1000 or BMW R1200GS?
one of the best bikes available! easy to handle, loves curves and is nicely powerful!
I’ve had an ’02 Strom since new, 37k miles on it now. Love the bike….handles great in the twisties! Yea, it’s a little more work than a DL650, but I love the power increase – the TRE upgrade really works. Had it up to a GPS verified 145mph. That’s fast enough for me.
Yamaha XT660Z Tenere!
yup. DL1000 is almost more “clumsy” feeling than the 650. my dad has the 650 which i ride every now and again. i took a 1000 out for a ride, and it was almost like riding a hog. not very impressed by the 1000
DL650 VStrom > DL1000
My next bike
omg i want this bike so bad
buy the bike that tugs after youre hart, dont get influenced on what everyone else is telling you to buy.
im currently looking at the new suzuki tu250, you may laugh, but i like the bike, so i know i will be happy with the bike.
i own a vstrom and a hd sporty.
it really depends on what you want out of a bike.
the hd , is a little bit maintence free, less to go wrong, belt drive is nice, also you can custom the bike to fit you, instead of you fitting the bike.
the Vstrom is all round good work horse, good for every thing, master at none.
the GSX-F is a comfortable, ride, but i would look at the equipmeant you can get for touring, before i would buy.
i had a good laugh reading your message because i’am currently in the same situation. What bike to purchase? GSX-F is a good sporty bike but the sensible economic choice would have to be the V-strom.
im Choosing between Suzuki V Strom ( Touring ), GSX-F ( Sport Touring ).. and Harley Davidson Sporster ( Custom )
I love the sound of sportsters… but the V strom touring is superb due to that i love touring and driving around …. but THE GSX-f IS GREAT because its both sporty and good for touring
What should i get ?? Am i a custom person or a touring?? i feel like touring but i harleys are cool