Testing the limits. And the waters... More footage from this trip, including the Africa Twin and Super Tenere - Part 1: th-cam.com/video/goiNPR7-jCc/w-d-xo.html Part 2: th-cam.com/video/W59R72_cHAs/w-d-xo.html Part 3: th-cam.com/video/HcUUNF9waXw/w-d-xo.html
See... Everyone is so critical of the vstrom that it's only a "street adventure bike". I say BS. It seems to go everywhere that the average guy would even want to go. So underrated. Cool
I live in East Africa and I imported a 2018 Vstrom 1000 because of the reliability and reputation. It’ll go anywhere and take an absolute beating without any complaints. Super happy with my choice. My only gripe was the ground clearance which I improved with a 3cm suspension lift.
Nice vid! I have my bought new '14 Vee set up over the years for more off road yet still decent on slab. Good knobs, adjusted suspension, 14T front gear makes it a buzz saw yet still run 70 on the hwy w/o sounding like a very large bee. Good crash pro and the first skid plate made for the 14s that is so tough. It has moved more dirt and rocks than many bulldozers. I love the back country, BDRs, and been riding dirt for 50 yrs. When set up with pretty easy and economical parts,- as all vstroms are really designed to be tweaked to make them fit YOUR style of riding, it is a very capable bike. Its not a dual sport, its an adventure bike that can take you anywhere your skill levels will allow. The more aggressive you ride it the better it works. As said many times, it is not a scalpel-its a sledge hammer. It does not like to go over things as much as through them and ridden that way is pretty effective. And naturally it gets dropped regularly with it not being worse for wear with a bunch of bags with tools and stuff to help stranded riders that work as crash pro on the "accessory" bars. They are affordable, easy to set up for YOU, darn near bullet proof and just so reliable. Just turn the key and go after years of riding them with no probs spoils you. A really good vid on the terrain I love to ride up in the mountains- when not rolling out to the beach at the ocean! You guys did a super job showing all the bikes and having a good time with all of them. Keep doing it out there!!! Stay safe my friend!.
My 2018 Strom 1000 at 540 lbs is no off road adventure bike. It just to heavy. I see you got the same results when hitting rocks getting jolted . I can only imagine what strength it would take to pick it up on the trail. It nice on the freeway but for me that that where it ends. looking at a honda 300 rally now. But thanks for the video , it confirms i need another bike .
The Strom is more capable than people think. The problem is lack of ground clearance. I have an 08 and cannot find a heavy skid plate. Many more options for the 650.
Questions, what highway is that at the beginning and what town are you near if there is one? And why did you turn around at 6:23? Great video. I can't imagine taking my DL1000 on any part of that road. I would let my DR650 eat it up!
In the beginning we are right off of highway 215. Just west of Yale Cemetery. The road we are getting onto is Forest Service 94453E Rd. We turned around because the trail we were on was turning into single track and was very muddy. This was some random offshoot trail from 94453E. We were also pretty worn out. If you watch our full series on this trip, you will see why we were worn out. We had some trouble unexpected adventures... Specifically in Part 2: th-cam.com/video/W59R72_cHAs/w-d-xo.html
I'll try not to be to hard on the suksuzki, but personally, if I'm going to spend roughly 16k on a Africa Twin. I definitely wouldn't take it down a road full of mud holes. I could just see myself laying it over right in the middle of one.
Thats always a fear for all riders. But in our experience, with the right crash protection, our minor tips and falls are not noticeable. There is also the used market too.
Depending on which KTM model you are looking at, the KTM’s are normally more off-road capable than this VSTROM. Unless you are thinking about the VSTROM 800DE.
I lowered the pegs but I also raised the rear suspension by the identical amount. So it’s hard to say. I don’t think that lowering the pegs will make a significant difference. If you corner on the V-Strom, you should technically scrape your pegs before running out of tire. (In my experience)
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Testing the limits. And the waters...
More footage from this trip, including the Africa Twin and Super Tenere -
Part 1: th-cam.com/video/goiNPR7-jCc/w-d-xo.html
Part 2: th-cam.com/video/W59R72_cHAs/w-d-xo.html
Part 3: th-cam.com/video/HcUUNF9waXw/w-d-xo.html
Do I need to turn off tcs? Thanks
When off road, I turn off traction control. It makes it easier to move on loose terrain and uphills.
See... Everyone is so critical of the vstrom that it's only a "street adventure bike". I say BS. It seems to go everywhere that the average guy would even want to go. So underrated. Cool
I went Trail riding with a Bajaj Rouser 220.
Seriously, what the average western ADV rider calls "off road" even a Goldwing can go
There is a couple traveling the world at this moment
by this bike , youtube channel name ( lavi & ollie ) , it's a big evidence that it's a tank !!!
We’ve been meaning to check out those videos!
@@simoosimoo1 thanks for the recommendation... They are ridiculously cute and adventurous couple. Gunna follow them up south America. Cheers
its not street adventure bike, its touring bike, just for roads. period.
I live in East Africa and I imported a 2018 Vstrom 1000 because of the reliability and reputation. It’ll go anywhere and take an absolute beating without any complaints. Super happy with my choice. My only gripe was the ground clearance which I improved with a 3cm suspension lift.
I feel the same way about the VStrom. It’s very reliable. I too have a lift kit on the rear suspension.
Nice riding. The V Strom is more capable than most realize.
I really liked seeing a Suzuki Vstrom off road... It's hard to see in the dirt. Best regards.
Medel
Appreciate the feedback! Glad you enjoyed it!
Nice vid! I have my bought new '14 Vee set up over the years for more off road yet still decent on slab. Good knobs, adjusted suspension, 14T front gear makes it a buzz saw yet still run 70 on the hwy w/o sounding like a very large bee. Good crash pro and the first skid plate made for the 14s that is so tough. It has moved more dirt and rocks than many bulldozers. I love the back country, BDRs, and been riding dirt for 50 yrs. When set up with pretty easy and economical parts,- as all vstroms are really designed to be tweaked to make them fit YOUR style of riding, it is a very capable bike. Its not a dual sport, its an adventure bike that can take you anywhere your skill levels will allow. The more aggressive you ride it the better it works. As said many times, it is not a scalpel-its a sledge hammer. It does not like to go over things as much as through them and ridden that way is pretty effective. And naturally it gets dropped regularly with it not being worse for wear with a bunch of bags with tools and stuff to help stranded riders that work as crash pro on the "accessory" bars. They are affordable, easy to set up for YOU, darn near bullet proof and just so reliable. Just turn the key and go after years of riding them with no probs spoils you.
A really good vid on the terrain I love to ride up in the mountains- when not rolling out to the beach at the ocean! You guys did a super job showing all the bikes and having a good time with all of them. Keep doing it out there!!!
Stay safe my friend!.
Thank you!
My 2018 Strom 1000 at 540 lbs is no off road adventure bike. It just to heavy. I see you got the same results when hitting rocks getting jolted . I can only imagine what strength it would take to pick it up on the trail. It nice on the freeway but for me that that where it ends. looking at a honda 300 rally now. But thanks for the video , it confirms i need another bike .
It’s definitely challenging. But it was sure fun!
The Strom is more capable than people think. The problem is lack of ground clearance. I have an 08 and cannot find a heavy skid plate. Many more options for the 650.
It is. But so far I haven’t been stopped from going somewhere due to clearance.
That's some good riding on the DL1000
Thank you!
I enjoyed the ride guys but if you could upgrade you camera or check your video camera settings the views would be even more amazing.
Thanks for the feedback
Questions, what highway is that at the beginning and what town are you near if there is one? And why did you turn around at 6:23? Great video. I can't imagine taking my DL1000 on any part of that road. I would let my DR650 eat it up!
In the beginning we are right off of highway 215. Just west of Yale Cemetery. The road we are getting onto is Forest Service 94453E Rd. We turned around because the trail we were on was turning into single track and was very muddy. This was some random offshoot trail from 94453E. We were also pretty worn out. If you watch our full series on this trip, you will see why we were worn out. We had some trouble unexpected adventures... Specifically in Part 2: th-cam.com/video/W59R72_cHAs/w-d-xo.html
Apart from deep mud I find the only limitations of the Vstrom is its comparatively low height and my riding ability.
Yeah the ground clearance has got me stuck a few times. But never permanently
I'll try not to be to hard on the suksuzki, but personally, if I'm going to spend roughly 16k on a Africa Twin. I definitely wouldn't take it down a road full of mud holes. I could just see myself laying it over right in the middle of one.
Thats always a fear for all riders. But in our experience, with the right crash protection, our minor tips and falls are not noticeable. There is also the used market too.
Hi, are you still happy with the cruise control?
Muy bueno, saludos desde Colombia.
Greeting back. Thanks for the comment and for watching our videos.
Inspiration. What tires are you running?
Thanks! Running the Dunlop Trailmax Mission tires.
Thumbs up, bud!
Should I go for v storm or ktm adventure
Want it for offroad
Depending on which KTM model you are looking at, the KTM’s are normally more off-road capable than this VSTROM. Unless you are thinking about the VSTROM 800DE.
Did you find that lowering the pegs took anything away from cornering ability or off-road clearance in ruts?
I lowered the pegs but I also raised the rear suspension by the identical amount. So it’s hard to say.
I don’t think that lowering the pegs will make a significant difference. If you corner on the V-Strom, you should technically scrape your pegs before running out of tire. (In my experience)
How’s the abs? Can’t shut it off right? Is it fine going down steep loose parts?
Sometimes it can get in the way when going down loose parts. So you have to rely more on your front brakes. I always just use one finger on my front.
Just remove fuse
i dont see the point...
yes you can take vstrom for some light offroad but at that point it could also by any other road bike, naked etc ...
The point was that it was just fun. That’s all. And to also show everyone that the VSTROM is more capable than some people think.
I ride my vstrom 1050 xt two up on bdrs. They will never understand how reliable and capable these big twins are. We know