Suzuki DL1000 V-Strom 1000 SE: review, history, specs
| Manufacturer | Suzuki |
|---|---|
| Production | 2012 |
| Class | Sport/Touring |
| Engine | four-stroke, liquid cooled, 90 degree V-twin, DOHC, 8-valves, TSCC |
| Bore / Stroke | 99.1mm x 99.1mm |
| Compression ratio | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel system | EFI, Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve System (SDTV) |
| Transmission | Gear box: 6 Speed, manual Final Drive: #525 chain |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic, cartridge-type, oil damped, adjustable preload, 160mm travel Rear: Link-type, adjustable spring preload and rebound damping, 163mm travel |
| Brakes | Front: dual 310mm discs, ABS optional Rear: single 260mm disc, ABS optional |
| Front Tire | 110/80 R19 M/C 59H, tubeless |
| Rear Tire | 150/70 R17 M/C 69H, tubeless |
| Wheelbase | 60.39 inches (1534 mm) |
| Dimensions | L 90.39 inches (2296 mm) W 34.09 inches (866 mm) |
| Seat height | 33.11 inches (841 mm) |
| Weight | (dry), 236.0 kg (wet) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
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The Suzuki DL1000 V-Strom 1000 SE was a four-stroke, liquid cooled, 90 degree V-twin, DOHC, 8-valves, TSCC Sport/Touring motorcycle produced by Suzuki in 2012.
Engine
A 99.1mm bore x 99.1mm stroke result in a displacement of just 996.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive
The bike has a 6 Speed, manual transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-disc, manual.
Chassis
It came with a 110/80 R19 M/C 59H, tubeless front tire and a 150/70 R17 M/C 69H, tubeless rear tire. Stopping was achieved via dual 310mm discs, ABS optional in the front and a single 260mm disc, ABS optional in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic, cartridge-type, oil damped, adjustable preload, 160mm travel while the rear was equipped with a Link-type, adjustable spring preload and rebound damping, 163mm travel. The wheelbase was 60.39 inches (1534 mm) long.
2012 Suzuki DL1000 V-Strom 1000 SE
The Canadian market receives one more SE version of a Suzuki bike, and this time ti's the 2012 MY V-Strom 1000 SE. While no technical differences can be identified between the base and the SE models, the Special Edition is ready to tour straight from the box. It is equipped with cavernous side cases and an equally ample top case and you will be able to carry quite a lot of luggage in your trips. The bike also comes with a belly cover, an adjustable windshield and standard hand guards.