The bike that turned my head. By Stephen Bushway. June 10, 2016. Stephen Bushway and his 2011 Suzuki DL650 V-Strom Stephen Bushway. NAME: Stephen Bushway. AGE: 66. HOME: Plainfield, Massachusetts
Firstly, at a purchase price of just over R150,000, you get a huge amount of reliable, competent, and sorted bike for your money. Secondly, middleweight bikes without mega weight, power, and torque do not destroy their tyres. After 8000 k’s the tyres are still looking really good, probably ok for another 8k at least. Model: 2007 Suzuki V-Strom 650. Engine/Motor: V-twin. Transmission: 6-Speed. [do not use] Vehicle Model: Array. With its height-adjustable aerodynamic windshield and spacious riding position, the Beemer stays competitive at the sticker as well. The 2016 G 650 GS rolls for $7,995, just under its most-direct competitor, the 2016 V-Strom 650XT ABS at $8,499. Considering how close the models The V-Strom 1000 name is familiar but this is an all-new machine. Its beaky styling and 19-inch front wheel suggest that the Strom is a dual-purpose bike, built for dirt as well as asphalt. The
Suzuki borrowed from its SV650 program for the beating heart. The 645 cc, liquid-cooled mill runs in a 90-degree V-twin configuration with an 81 mm bore and 62.6 mm stroke. Compression is in the
But way back when, I had yet to even own a DL650, but I knew that engine to be a peach. It was not until I convinced my best friend to purchase a V-Strom 650, that I really grasped what a magnificent motorcycle it to be. It had that spunky little Suzuki V-Twin, in a stark upright touring oriented seating position, with top quality wind protection.
The Bottom Line. The V-Strom 650 is still the same well-mannered, easy-to-ride, economical adventure tourer. Now with increased power and the addition of traction control, it’s more-refined and versatile. The smooth engine, bar end weights and cushy saddle give it all-day comfort for daily commutes or extended trips.
Suzuki advertises the V-Strom as an adventure bike, but it needs a lot of improvement if you plan to use it for anything serious. PHASE ONE – ADVENTURE Suzuki brands the Strom as an adventure bike, but aside from tall suspension, a slightly larger 19” front wheel and some styling cues, there’s not a whole lot to back up the claim. .
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