Features
Engine & Performance
An engine that aims to please
Suzuki’s highly acclaimed 1,037cc, 90° V-twin, DOHC engine features strong linear torque in the mid RPM range, and free-revving nature that maximises power output in the high RPM range.
The outstanding characteristics of a 90° V-twin engine make it the perfect fit for the V-STROM 1050. Its design provides perfect primary balance, with each of the two cylinders cancelling each out the vibration of the other. This eliminates the need for any balancer shafts, preventing the mechanical losses associated with them, and this connects to improving thermal efficiency for higher power output.
The layout of the V-twin engine allows for a slimmer chassis design with a lower centre of gravity, contributing to nimbler handling and greater manoeuvrability.
Braking
Radial mount brake calipers
Tokico radial mount monobloc four-piston front brake calipers are mated with 310mm floating dual discs to provide sure stopping power and controllable braking performance. The rear brake sports a 260mm disc and matched with a single-piston pin-slide caliper.
Motion Track Brake System
This system enhances control by allowing ABS activation not only when travelling in a straight line, but also when the bike is leaning whilst cornering. Intervention is determined by monitoring input from the front and rear wheel speed sensors along with vehicle posture data from the IMU. The compact hydraulic ABS unit controls brake pressure in response to the data received. The bike is therefore less likely to try to push itself upright or lose traction, instead maintaining its radius and lean angle to better trace the rider’s intended line through the corner. Even if the rider panics and brakes heavily in a corner, the system assists in maintaining stability while slowing or stopping the motorcycle.
Combined Brake System
Braking confidence is further enhanced via the Combined Braking System which provides braking power to the both front and rear brakes when operating the front brake lever.
Two-mode ABS
This system allows the rider to select between two levels of ABS intervention. Mode 1 provides minimal intervention, while Mode 2 intervenes more proactively.
Wheels and Tyres
Wire-spoked wheels and semi-block pattern tyres
The V-STROM 1050DE rides on wire-spoked wheels and adopts a 21-inch aluminium front rim for greater stability and better control when tearing up gravel roads. The 90/90-21 Dunlop TRAILMAX MIXTOUR tyre in the front and 150/70R17 Dunlop TRAILMAX MIXTOUR in the rear feature a semi-block pattern and an internal structure designed exclusively for the V-STROM 1050DE. These new adventure tyres are built to provide solid performance on the road , as well as good grip and nimble handling when exploring gravel roads and trails.
Ergonomics
Tinted sports screen
The V-STROM 1050DE features a smaller, sporty tinted screen designed to maximise visibility when adventuring down country trails and on gravel roads. While 80mm shorter and slightly narrower than the V-STROM 1050 windscreen, it has been extensively tested to assure rider comfort and prevent wind buffeting.
Lightweight seat designed for performance
The V-STROM 1050DE seat features a fixed-height design with a new bottom shape that not only reduces weight by 706g (37%), it also achieves greater rigidity. This durable new seat better stands up to input load when riding on unpaved surfaces, as well as to weight shifts as the rider changes position. rider and pillion seats are designed to achieve a comfortable upright.
Wider steel footpegs
The V-STROM 1050DE is fitted with wider, tough-looking steel footpegs designed to offer greater stability when standing on the pegs while riding. The rubber-covers can also be removed for even more grip in slippery conditions. The bank sensors are also lengthened to compensate for the increased size of the front wheel.
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine
DISPLACEMENT
1037ccENGINE
90° V-twin, liquid-cooled, DOHCTRANSMISSION
6-Speed constant mesh with back-torque-limiting clutch
Braking & Forks
FRONT SUSPENSION
43mm KYB inverted forks with adjustable compression, rebound and spring preloadREAR SUSPENSION
Link type, KYB shock with adjustable rebound damping and spring preloadFRONT BRAKES
Tokico radial-mount, four-piston calipers, 310mm floating discsREAR BRAKES
Nissin single-piston caliper, 260mm disc with ABS
Capacities and Dimensions
LENGTH
2390mmWIDTH
960mmHEIGHT
1505mmWHEELBASE
1595mmSEAT HEIGHT
880mmFUEL CAPACITY
20.0LWET WEIGHT
252Kg
Tyres and Wheels
TYRES – FRONT
90/90-21M/C 54H tube type
Warranty
3 Year Unlimited Kilometre (2 Year Std + 1 Year Bonus)