See the 2007 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 get put through its paces in MotorcycleUSA.com's Adventure Touring Motorcycle Shootout.
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K&N Replacement Air Filter (Performance Products) Price: $40.49 SUZUKI DL650-DL1000 V-STROM 02-09 |
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K&N Replacement Air Filter (4 Wheel Parts) Price: $40.49 SUZUKI DL650-DL1000 V-STROM 02-09 |
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TW101 Trail Wing Dual Sport Front Tire (Motorcycle Superstore.com) Price: $75.99 Stock Replacement tire for: BMW: 100/90H-19 = F650 98-06 110/80VR-19 = R1200GS 05-06 SUZUKI: 110/80R-19 = DL650 V-Strom 04-07 110/80HR-19 = DL1000 V-Strom 03-07, tubeless TRIUMPH: 100/90-19 = Scrambler 06-07 (TW42 is matching rear) **Closeouts are limited to stock on hand** |
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TW152 Trail Wing Dual Sport Rear Tire (Motorcycle Superstore.com) Price: $106.99 Stock Replacement tire for: BMW 130/80HR-17 = 1998-06 F650 150/70VR-17 = 2005-06 R1200GS SUZUKI 150/70R-17 = 2004-09 DL650 V-Strom/2003-09 DL1000 V-Strom, tubeless |
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Francis... |
is the Suzuki V-strom 1000 a good dual-sport motorcycle? |
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I accord with Scott M. This is not an off-road bike, if that's what you're looking for, but it is a very capable machine for all types of on-method riding, and SOME rough terrain stuff. The 650 is lighter, and slenderize more meneuverable, but the 1000 will be able to tote more gear, and go long distances without complaining. If you are of bigger stature, the 1000 is in all probability the better choice. One more thing. There are a few good dual-sport bikes out there, but for the shin-plasters the V-Stroms are a whole lot of bike!! Go to a dealership and sit on them, and maybe take them both for a ride and see how they feel.
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Mr. Floppy |
Looking to buy Suzuki DL 650 V-strom new but hate dealing with the dealerships - anyone know how to buy? |
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You can't do it. I don't be convinced of you know anyone who got a bike that way. If you believe it yourself you're showing how gullible you are. If you can manage one you can afford to buy one properly. Suzuki doesn't want to sell any bike without the relationships prep and safety checks they require. If somehow you managed to get one, it'd doubtlessly be illegal and wouldn't have any warranty. | |
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Jose |
For long trips...Suzuki SV650, V-Strom or Ninja 650R? |
| A:(from rick s) | |
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As the proprietor of a 2005 VStrom 650 with over 100,000 trouble-free insouciant touring KM's, I highly recommend the WeeStrom. Fantastic faction. Cheers! Rick | |
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boogie_... |
Which Bike: '07 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 or '97 BMW R11RT? |
| A:(from Joe Richtofen) | |
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If you use the Beemer right you'll have it for at least 500K mi before it needs major apparatus work. I had a 1999 R1100 Rse, and now a 2005 R1200GS. Older bikes are not a stew to find parts for. Bike bandit.com has the schematics on their site, but I did find with the newer (05' likeness) it was a lot cheaper from the dealer. That 97' is barely broken in. I will ride nothing else but BMW bikes, their cars on the other keeping no more (maybe just unlucky with their cars). Good chance and safe riding.
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madmonkett |
Ok Does anyone know the weight capacity for a 2007 Suzuki V-Strom 650? |
| A:(from beavanjb) | |
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Yes, that's not by something that they publish...or is it? Looks like the load capacity is about 380lbs on an SV650, so its in all likelihood right around there. I think the figure is certainly in the owners manual though.
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Picked up my new bike today, a 2011 Suzuki V-Strom 650. I also added Givi bags and a Givi engine guard. It's been two years since I had a running bike, and boy have I missed it.
As usual, it should be checked out in the lightbox by clicking here.
Strobist:
: $40.90 
