Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE | Best Prices & Test Rides

An Engine That Aims To Please

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 vibration of the other.

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5-inch TFT LCD Multi-information Display

A new custom 5-inch full-colour TFT LCD multi-function instrument panel features clearly legible information displays, keeping the rider fully informed on the motorcycle’s systems and settings, and supplying real-time operating status information.

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Intuitive Handlebar Switches

The ergonomic switch layout maximises operating ease and efficiency, allowing the rider to access controls while remaining focused on the road ahead.

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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. These new adventure tyres are built to provide solid performance on-road trails.

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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. 80mm shorter and slightly narrower than the V-STROM 1050 windscreen.

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USB Port

A USB port built into the left side of the multi-function instrument panel allows for smartphone recharging.

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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%) but also achieves greater rigidity. This durable new seat better stands up to input load when riding on unpaved surfaces.

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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.

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Aluminium Engine Protector

The V-STROM 1050DE adopts a rugged-looking aluminium engine protector to match its tough image, as well as new side and centre stands designed to match the taller ground clearance of the 1050DE’s custom chassis geometry.

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Heavy-duty Drive Chain

To achieve greater durability when riding on gravel roads and trails, the V-STROM 1050DE boasts a stronger drive chain with sturdier links and large-diameter pins.

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Aluminium Swingarm

The V-STROM 1050DE adopts a new longer version of the proven rugged and lightweight swingarm design from the V-STROM 1050. While retaining the same level of vertical and lateral rigidity that provides nimble handling, it also increases torsional rigidity.

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