Following the June announcement of returning sport, dual-sport, supermoto, and off-road bikes for 2023, Suzuki has introduced new and up to date fashions in its V-Strom journey lineup: the 2023 Suzuki V-Strom 1050, 2023 Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE, and 2023 Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE Journey.
Suzuki’s 2022 lineup included the usual V-Strom 1050 and the up-spec V-Strom 1050XT and V-Strom 1050XT Journey, with the Journey model that includes aluminum panniers, fog lamps, and heated grips.
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For 2023, the V-Strom 1050 returns with quite a few updates, and the V-Strom 1050XT and V-Strom 1050XT Journey shall be changed by the V-Strom 1050DE and V-Strom 1050DE Journey.
Beforehand obtainable solely on the XT fashions, all V-Strom 1050 fashions now function a 6-axis Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) and the Suzuki Clever Journey System (SIRS) electronics suite, which incorporates trip modes, cornering ABS, multimode traction management, cruise management, and braking techniques that compensate for hill begins, slope, and cargo. Supporting these digital techniques are an up to date throttle-by-wire system, a brand new ABS management unit, a brand new CAN (Controller Space Community) wiring system, and a brand new 32-bit ECM (Engine Management Module).
Different adjustments frequent to all V-Strom 1050 fashions embody an up/down quickshifter, a brand new 5-inch TFT show, a brand new windscreen that’s hand-adjustable to 11 completely different positions over a 2-inch top vary, a brand new 12-volt energy outlet below the passenger seat, revised mirrors, and revised LED turnsignals and taillight.
The usual V-Strom 1050 encompasses a new dual-height seat (33.7/34.5 inches), whereas the V-Strom 1050DE and V-Strom 1050DE Journey fashions function a brand new fixed-height seat (34.6 inches).
Contained in the engine are new sodium-filled exhaust valves, which scale back temperature within the combustion chamber for improved stream effectivity and sturdiness. The 6-speed transmission has greater ratios for 1st and sixth gears that clean the shift motion into second and better gears and contribute to clean operation of the quickshifter.
V-Strom 1050 fashions use sturdy metal sprockets and have a brand new stronger and longer O-ring drive chain. Underneath the bike is a brand new cowl that protects the oil filter, exhaust header, and engine, in addition to a extra sure-footed centerstand.
All V-Strom 1050 fashions are powered by a liquid-cooled, 1,037cc 90-degree V-Twin. After we examined the 2020 Suzuki V-Strom 1050XT, it made 96 hp at 8,500 rpm and 66 lb-ft of torque at 6,300 rpm on Jett Tuning’s rear-wheel dyno. The 1050XT has a 5.3-gallon gas capability, and through our 2020 take a look at, we averaged 49.8 mpg and 264 miles of vary.
2023 Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE and V-Strom 1050DE Journey
Becoming a member of the usual V-Strom 1050 are the brand new V-Strom 1050DE and V-Strom 1050DE Journey, that are geared towards extra off-road-oriented adventures. The DE fashions function a 21-inch entrance wheel for rolling over obstacles with a tube-type rim for optimum sturdiness. The 17-inch rear wheel is tubeless, and the DE fashions are shod with Dunlop Trailmax Mixtour journey tires.
To enhance management and dealing with off-road, the DE fashions have distinctive options within the Suzuki Clever Journey System (SIRS), together with new Gravel (G) traction management and the power to change off ABS on the rear wheel. Additionally they get their very own devoted chassis geometry with an extended wheelbase (62.8 inches vs. 61.2 on the usual V-Strom 1050), longer rake (27.3 levels vs. 25.4 levels), extra path (4.96 inches vs. 4.33), extra floor clearance (7.5 inches vs. 6.5), and a handlebar grip that’s 1.6 inches wider.
To additional improve their off-road capabilities, the DE fashions get a devoted suspension system with distinctive spring charges, damping drive valving, and piston settings. The adjustable 43mm inverted fork and rear monoshock even have extra suspension journey than the usual V-Strom 1050, with 6.7 inches of entrance journey (vs. 6.3) and 6.6 inches of rear journey (vs. 6.3).
For added stability, the DE fashions even have an extended swingarm with 10% extra torsional rigidity. Additionally they function a brand new three-piece entrance fender meeting that mixes the effectiveness of a traditional fender with the safety of fork guards like these used on a motocross bike.
To maximise visibility throughout off-road using, the V-Strom 1050DE and V-Strom 1050DE Journey have a novel smaller windscreen, which is greater than 3 inches shorter and barely narrower than the V-Strom 1050 windscreen. The broader handlebar on the DE fashions is forged in thicker tubing from a softer grade of aluminum than the V-Strom 1050 handlebar, which permits extra flex and higher shock absorption.
The DE fashions function a brand new, extra sturdy fixed-height seat (34.6 inches) with a brand new backside form that will increase rigidity whereas lowering weight by 1.5 lb (a 37% discount in mass). In keeping with Suzuki, the rider and pillion seats present a snug upright using place, and the edges of each seats are lined with high-grip texture materials to assist the rider and passenger keep related to the bike.
Given their greater stance, the V-Strom 1050DE and the V-Strom 1050DE Journey function longer, model-specific sidestands and centerstands. Additionally they function a brand new engine protector product of 3mm-thick aluminum plate that shields the entrance and backside of the body, exhaust header, and engine from path particles.
Distinctive to the V-Strom 1050DE Journey are a set of 37-liter aluminum panniers with an anodized silver end that connect to powdercoated, stainless-steel carriers. Constructed from 1.5mm-thick aluminum plates with robust, no-pierce rivet know-how, the panniers function hinged lids that keep in place when open, inside and exterior tie-down factors, keyed stainless-steel latches, and quick-release {hardware}. Constructed to be waterproof with rubber-sealing lids, the panniers have powdercoated interiors that keep away from transferring aluminum stains to cargo.
The 2023 Suzuki V-Strom 1050 shall be obtainable in Metallic Reflective Blue / Metallic Matte Black with black wheels, the 2023 Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE shall be obtainable in Pearl Vigor Blue / Pearl Good White with blue rims, and the 2023 Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE Journey shall be obtainable in Champion Yellow No. 2 / Metallic Matte Sword Silver with gold rims.
Pricing and availability haven’t but been introduced. For extra info, go to the SuzukiCycles.com.
