I've owned many bikes of various brands in over 40 years of riding and I have to truthfully say that the 2021 V Strom 1050xt that I currently ride is the best one of all. The extra 2 inches of suspension travel over my previous road bikes makes for a great ride and yet it handles brilliantly. The very strong and torquey engine with it's gear driven cams is a pearler and is the main reason I bought the bike. The really strong thick frame too is nobody's bitch. No complaints here.
Had a 2022 1050 xt a couple of weeks ago when my crf300l was getting serviced. When they wheeled it out for me i thought omg what is that. Big fat bike with a stupid beak, I've always overlooked these types of bikes, anyway 30 mins later i was absolutely loving it. If i can find the room for another bike then this is at the top of my list. Super comfy for me at 6'5"
I have the same bike in same color with akrapovic. I now made 6.000 kilometres and I can tell you bike is amazing. It does all really great, suspension is great, also on bad roads, quickshifter is amazing, power is enough (sure 10 PS more would be nice) and you can really push it hard. I had the 2019 Vstrom 1000 XT and this new one has lots more to offer also power is a lot more since you can push that tourque to red line and it does not loose power like before. I had the new 2022 KTM 1290 Super ADS, for 7.000 kilometres and it got stolen. Sure bike was a bit quicker, but suspension riding solo on a bit worse roads in some Alps pases was really jumpy, quickshifter was not that perfect. So I actualy like few things better on Suzuki. Also brakes are great. So good job from Suzuki and I can tell you I really do push the bike hard not just slow riding normal riding.
The suzuki website is quite bad in showing the features their bikes have. So the cruise control, center stand, quickshifter all come as standard? or theyre optional?
@@skyworks1621 thanks alot for your response, suzuki needs to do a better job advertising their motorcycles :D im definitely interested in the 1050. Need to get a test ride booked
the BMW GS has same size tyres, very interesting bike but I dont see anything to upgrade from my 2022 Vstrom 1050 XT really its in a sweet spot me thinks. Suzuki is late to the Multiple incarnations of the same bike , its a brilliant bike and doesnt need a 21'' front . Thanks for the vlog I love my Vstrom 1050 XT lol ATB
My 2018 1037 cc V strom DL mat black love it. It has old school RPM tack . I will never go to any other motorcycle still had no problems with it. Way cheaper to maintain then other of those European bikes way cheaper !
I've the blue one ordered....getting it next week can't wait. Leo vince exhaust and a few other extras...to add. Looking forward to long comfortable spins
Good description of the bike and it's features. A mate did a trip round Australia on an earlier model 650 v strom and was pretty pleased with the bike in general. The new one's look like a general improvement and should be just as good to own long term.
My brother sold his 2010 1050 because of it's top heavy bias of the fuel tank. I'm glad Suzuki have sort of addressed this issue. I'm a fan of the 650 as it has a slightly longer wheelbase and is more comfortable to ride, is better balanced and easier to move. Just my opinion and I have owned both.
that is strange. I own a 2019 650 XT and when testing the 2023 1050 (non DE) I noticed the opposite. That despite it's extra weight, it's a nimbler and more agile bike, even at slow speed maneuvers, it feels phisically smaller, even with bar risers on my 650 (2cm back, 3cm up), the brakes are on a different level, the front forks are stiff and give more confidence and so on. Also, after a 170 kms run on the 1050, I felt less fatigued afterwards compared to mine. The only thing I had to complain about was the extra heat from the motor. And I am pretty sure there were no 1050s made in 2010 ... I think you ment the "old" V Strom 1000.
@@ioandragulescu6063 yep was talking about the older 2010 VStrom 1000. By the way they are both the same capacity. Also had the 2019 wee Strom XT which was far more comfortable than the equivalent big brother. It's longer wheel base makes it a little slower to turn. The 2019 bigger Vstroms extra weight makes it more planted however seat as hard as a 4x2 plank of wood and seating position was less comfortable. I'm over 183cm and have longer legs. Yes more power but with that reduced fuel economy. You either like it or you don't.
@@arnohag1it's strange how the smaller bike fits a taller rider better. For me personally, fuel economy is not a big issue so in the end I guess it's as always: to each is own :) ride safe
I was at a dealer today. They didn't seem as big as I thought they'd be. The GSX-8 was quite a bit smaller than I thought too. I like the red and black but I'd like to see the blue and black.
Thank you for adding your height in the review. I am 5’5 looking for a travel bike with a manageable seat height but with a big displacement motor. Miss the days of a sport tourer market.
I like this bike a lot, but i went with honda NT1100, the heated grips, side cases with bags in them, bluetooth connectivity and android auto sold me on that bike. Though i prefere the looks of the Vstrom and the V-Twin engine. p.s That BRUH moment made me spill my drink xD
Like the somehow retro style. Great V engine. Its heavy (240kg), but beside the 9GT, the other bikes have similar weight. Good electronic package! Maybe in grey..maybe
Good review on the 23 Strom Kate, just swopping to a 23 model after previously having a 21 XT, I loved that bike but I found the spoke to be a bit of a PIA. Your right about the saddle height, suzuki may claim its the same as the 800 but no way does it feel the same, I do however love the riding position & how you feel like your sitting IN the bike as opposed to being on top. I alos prefer the new TFT screen, its just a shame Suzuki dont allow more joice in colours & not keep certain colours available for the road version & other colours specific to the DE model.
Good walk-around! Thanks for showing the imperial units on screen. The one thing I would like to see change is the windshield adjuster. Why didn't they put it in the cockpit so the rider can adjust it without having to get off the bike? Strange.
I have the 2024 Suzuki V-Strom 650XT. In 3 years i will be off my power restrictions and i'm thinking the 1050 would be a fantastic upgrade. But i hear a lot of people praise the 650 for its agility and commuting prowess (i ride to work every day on my 650 and i am a devil through traffic). I just wonder if i will be disappointed with the 1050 in some ways? I know it won't be as maneuverable as my 650. But is it worth the sacrifice?
The suzuki website is quite bad in showing the features their bikes have. So the cruise control, center stand, quickshifter all come as standard? or theyre optional?
Thanks Kate... I'd like to hear your thoughts on this compared to your BMW GS. If it's close to the capability of the GS and it continues to be as reliable as previous Vstrom models... it might be a viable option.
@@UsernameKate great :) I am really curious about the differences between this and the XT you tested some time ago. Maybe also a DE in the future? To make things even more clear.
The best Adventure bike on the market (for me). I love this colour, the styling is dreamy! and the motor sounds great. What i'm not so keen on, is all the Electrical stuff. I grew up with no ABS, Linked brakes, TC, Ride Modes etc. etc. However, what I do like on modern day bikes, and will use out of all this new fangled stuff, is the Rain Mode and, what's important for a man of my age with slight arthritis in his hand, is the Cruise Control. Usually i'll set it all up to what suits me best and leave it there. I also thought that despite its height, it does't let you think it's so high. I put that down to the fact through it's styling, it seems as though you are sitting in the bike and not on it. Anybody agree? If this bike does not become the top seller in it's class in UK, then i'll blame it on those buying BMW (sorry Kate). That Brand seems to be very much an "IN" bike that all want to have, that's judging by the number of them I see over here on the Continent with UK plates. As usual, a good and detailed description by a very capable Lancashire Lass (is Bolton still in Lancs?) of a bike that would melt my heart if I was lucky enough to own one...., for all donations, my Bank Acount number is..., no, i'm only kidding! Ride safe.
I don't often see demo ride that discuss shift rpms. I've her that engines with lower rpms last longer. The faster she revs the more fiction resulting in more wear on the engine, what about showing revs and comments on this in future reviews.
Having so much fun "dropping in" on Kate from here in New Hampshire. I'm tellin ya. (Not gonna lie) ~ Had a little addictive spat over the last month on face book marketplace. I ran on down to West Virginia, picked up a 95 Honda cb750 Nighthawk. These are available all over the place for around $2000.00. Ok My Nighthawk (named West Virginia) ~ $600.00. 30k miles and in good shape. No title, no keys, now registered Antique here in NH. Just clean out those four carberators. Now comes a 98 Suzuki Bandit. Way way too clean to pass up. Odometer at 22 miles, maybe 20k true miles, new LED light, (naked) and no paper, $900.00. Two bikes for $1500.00 US.... I'll tell ya. Low hanging fruit. Sorry Kate. I know you're selling new bikes but Wow. Now to ride.....
I used to consider Vstroms as a budget-friendly option which, because of that, could be forgiven for being less capable. I've owned two of the 650s, both purchased new from dealerships. This 1050 is MORE than DOUBLE the full cost of either of those. The new models may be wonderful, but if I'm going to pay that much I'll be looking more closely at Yamaha, Honda or BMW before committing. Great walk-around from you, Kate. Thanks.
Suzuki at least in AUS are undercutting Honda, Yamaha and BMW with this 1050 (DE or non DE). It makes sense in a lot of ways. But definitely you're right, you should be lookign at all the manufacturers in the price range/bike type you are wanting.
@Perudua If you are talking capability well beyond felony speed sure. I’d trade that for low-cost, low maintenance, low stress any day of the week. Get off the spec sheet and go ride
Would rather see Suzuki bringing back the gsxr range than these new adventure bikes. Too big and much too heavy. Personal opinion only I hasten to add.👍
Don't hasten too much 8344. I agree. The thing is gigantic and unwieldy. You need a stepladder to get on it. The silencer looks like a scale model of the Channel Tunnel. Besides her other qualities USNK has determination and courage. Good review.
Black and matt black for me because I have just bought one and collect it tomorrow 🙃
Hey, how’s it going with the bike?
I've owned many bikes of various brands in over 40 years of riding and I have to truthfully say that the 2021 V Strom 1050xt that I currently ride is the best one of all. The extra 2 inches of suspension travel over my previous road bikes makes for a great ride and yet it handles brilliantly. The very strong and torquey engine with it's gear driven cams is a pearler and is the main reason I bought the bike. The really strong thick frame too is nobody's bitch. No complaints here.
What, if any, crash protection do you have on it?
Part ex'd my Triumph Tiger 1050 sport for the new V Strom 1050 in grey. Loving the change. I don't miss the Tiger.
The black one with gold wheels, it's looks so cool.
Had a 2022 1050 xt a couple of weeks ago when my crf300l was getting serviced. When they wheeled it out for me i thought omg what is that. Big fat bike with a stupid beak, I've always overlooked these types of bikes, anyway 30 mins later i was absolutely loving it. If i can find the room for another bike then this is at the top of my list. Super comfy for me at 6'5"
I own the 2019 650DL, best bike I have ever owned.
It's a great bike , bought it 6 months ago, loving every bit of it, way better than the africa twin and Yamaha super tenere ( owned both )
I have the same bike in same color with akrapovic. I now made 6.000 kilometres and I can tell you bike is amazing. It does all really great, suspension is great, also on bad roads, quickshifter is amazing, power is enough (sure 10 PS more would be nice) and you can really push it hard. I had the 2019 Vstrom 1000 XT and this new one has lots more to offer also power is a lot more since you can push that tourque to red line and it does not loose power like before. I had the new 2022 KTM 1290 Super ADS, for 7.000 kilometres and it got stolen. Sure bike was a bit quicker, but suspension riding solo on a bit worse roads in some Alps pases was really jumpy, quickshifter was not that perfect. So I actualy like few things better on Suzuki. Also brakes are great. So good job from Suzuki and I can tell you I really do push the bike hard not just slow riding normal riding.
The suzuki website is quite bad in showing the features their bikes have. So the cruise control, center stand, quickshifter all come as standard? or theyre optional?
@@Kevin97587 it is all standard with 2023 models. Only heated grips are not in the price.
@@skyworks1621 thanks alot for your response, suzuki needs to do a better job advertising their motorcycles :D im definitely interested in the 1050. Need to get a test ride booked
@@Kevin97587 try it out, if you do most roads, get the normal one. You will like it.
I have the XT tour version and I absolutely love it.
the BMW GS has same size tyres, very interesting bike but I dont see anything to upgrade from my 2022 Vstrom 1050 XT really its in a sweet spot me thinks. Suzuki is late to the Multiple incarnations of the same bike , its a brilliant bike and doesnt need a 21'' front . Thanks for the vlog I love my Vstrom 1050 XT lol ATB
My 2018 1037 cc V strom DL mat black love it. It has old school RPM tack . I will never go to any other motorcycle still had no problems with it. Way cheaper to maintain then other of those European bikes way cheaper !
Great review, very informative👍🏼. I like your calm and convincing style. And cool dialekt too😀, greetings from Denmark
mine is the all black version
looks really good
I've the blue one ordered....getting it next week can't wait. Leo vince exhaust and a few other extras...to add. Looking forward to long comfortable spins
Oh niceee!!
Would like blue with the gold wheels
I love the gold rim version...and you. :)
Looking at getting one 😊
Good description of the bike and it's features.
A mate did a trip round Australia on an earlier model 650 v strom and was pretty pleased with the bike in general.
The new one's look like a general improvement and should be just as good to own long term.
My brother sold his 2010 1050 because of it's top heavy bias of the fuel tank. I'm glad Suzuki have sort of addressed this issue. I'm a fan of the 650 as it has a slightly longer wheelbase and is more comfortable to ride, is better balanced and easier to move. Just my opinion and I have owned both.
that is strange. I own a 2019 650 XT and when testing the 2023 1050 (non DE) I noticed the opposite. That despite it's extra weight, it's a nimbler and more agile bike, even at slow speed maneuvers, it feels phisically smaller, even with bar risers on my 650 (2cm back, 3cm up), the brakes are on a different level, the front forks are stiff and give more confidence and so on. Also, after a 170 kms run on the 1050, I felt less fatigued afterwards compared to mine. The only thing I had to complain about was the extra heat from the motor. And I am pretty sure there were no 1050s made in 2010 ... I think you ment the "old" V Strom 1000.
@@ioandragulescu6063 yep was talking about the older 2010 VStrom 1000. By the way they are both the same capacity. Also had the 2019 wee Strom XT which was far more comfortable than the equivalent big brother. It's longer wheel base makes it a little slower to turn. The 2019 bigger Vstroms extra weight makes it more planted however seat as hard as a 4x2 plank of wood and seating position was less comfortable. I'm over 183cm and have longer legs. Yes more power but with that reduced fuel economy. You either like it or you don't.
@@arnohag1it's strange how the smaller bike fits a taller rider better. For me personally, fuel economy is not a big issue so in the end I guess it's as always: to each is own :) ride safe
Ah, Kate is here. My day is good again.
Excellent video Kate 👍👏👍👏👍
A good walkaround Kate, as usual. Keep up the great work! 🌹
Great tech systems review, nice to see all the possibilities scrolled through with clear explanations 👍
Thanks from Australia.🙋😊
Thanks so much!
I was at a dealer today. They didn't seem as big as I thought they'd be. The GSX-8 was quite a bit smaller than I thought too. I like the red and black but I'd like to see the blue and black.
That's because Kate's a midget 😂
Love the outakes lol 12v sockage, going to use that :)
It’s a clear, interesting and useful review. Good job! Thanks
I just bought the Blue and White one last month. Love it!
I fancy the red, but I agree with you, that seeing it would be better.
Thank you for adding your height in the review. I am 5’5 looking for a travel bike with a manageable seat height but with a big displacement motor. Miss the days of a sport tourer market.
Cracking walk round Kate. Just what I needed to see. Thank you and subbed.
"Don't mind me!" 🤣 😂
Thanks for the sub!
I like this bike a lot, but i went with honda NT1100, the heated grips, side cases with bags in them, bluetooth connectivity and android auto sold me on that bike. Though i prefere the looks of the Vstrom and the V-Twin engine.
p.s That BRUH moment made me spill my drink xD
Like the somehow retro style. Great V engine. Its heavy (240kg), but beside the 9GT, the other bikes have similar weight. Good electronic package!
Maybe in grey..maybe
私もVストローム1050のユーザーですが特に排気音が気に入っています！いい音です！
The seat height discrepancy is down to sag. The DE has stiffer suspension and will sag less when you sit on it.
10 more mil of travel on the front and rear sus with the DE too
Good review on the 23 Strom Kate, just swopping to a 23 model after previously having a 21 XT, I loved that bike but I found the spoke to be a bit of a PIA. Your right about the saddle height, suzuki may claim its the same as the 800 but no way does it feel the same, I do however love the riding position & how you feel like your sitting IN the bike as opposed to being on top. I alos prefer the new TFT screen, its just a shame Suzuki dont allow more joice in colours & not keep certain colours available for the road version & other colours specific to the DE model.
Best review ive seen in this bike very explanatory, does the bike have a slipper clutch hows the pressure?
Thanks, I appreciate your comment 🥰
great vid again kate keep them coming thank you
Needs a vario screen but that's all
Good walk-around! Thanks for showing the imperial units on screen. The one thing I would like to see change is the windshield adjuster. Why didn't they put it in the cockpit so the rider can adjust it without having to get off the bike? Strange.
RED!!! ❤
I do prefer the headlight set up of the 650 V strom
Nice review. My view is that a bike is too big if you can't get both heals on the ground.
Class as usual 👍
Nice video, well done!
Not too keen on the bike but I do miss ride outs to Rivington Top Barn and of course the company twenty odd years ago.
Nice work, Great info,Thank you
My XT is glass sparkle black 👍 accessory bar not just for sat nav and phones…. Mine also has a duck 😅
Nav friendly ✅️ phone friendly ✅️ ... duck... friendly? ✅️ 🦆
So, does the air filter require removal of the fuel tank, same for 1050 DE? Or is it more easily accessible like under the seat?
I like the red bike but I’m not 100% about the dark red wheels.
It look’s massive too.
I have the 2024 Suzuki V-Strom 650XT. In 3 years i will be off my power restrictions and i'm thinking the 1050 would be a fantastic upgrade. But i hear a lot of people praise the 650 for its agility and commuting prowess (i ride to work every day on my 650 and i am a devil through traffic).
I just wonder if i will be disappointed with the 1050 in some ways? I know it won't be as maneuverable as my 650. But is it worth the sacrifice?
The suzuki website is quite bad in showing the features their bikes have. So the cruise control, center stand, quickshifter all come as standard? or theyre optional?
Great video Kate yet again
I wish suzuki would use that engine and make a gsxs1050 would make such a good road bike until next time ❤
Thanks Kate... I'd like to hear your thoughts on this compared to your BMW GS.
If it's close to the capability of the GS and it continues to be as reliable as previous Vstrom models... it might be a viable option.
I would like the blue one 😎👍
Thank you 🙏👍
Our pleasure!
hopefully there's going to be a full ride on review also ... ?
As always 😇
@@UsernameKate great :) I am really curious about the differences between this and the XT you tested some time ago. Maybe also a DE in the future? To make things even more clear.
Is this color available in the US?
Nice motorbike
Sure is!
What about the yellow and blue one.
Hei you're very good Human being and i liked your videos because of you🎉
The inset in the peak of the building looks like a Menhora.
The best Adventure bike on the market (for me). I love this colour, the styling is dreamy! and the motor sounds great. What i'm not so keen on, is all the Electrical stuff. I grew up with no ABS, Linked brakes, TC, Ride Modes etc. etc. However, what I do like on modern day bikes, and will use out of all this new fangled stuff, is the Rain Mode and, what's important for a man of my age with slight arthritis in his hand, is the Cruise Control. Usually i'll set it all up to what suits me best and leave it there. I also thought that despite its height, it does't let you think it's so high. I put that down to the fact through it's styling, it seems as though you are sitting in the bike and not on it. Anybody agree?
If this bike does not become the top seller in it's class in UK, then i'll blame it on those buying BMW (sorry Kate). That Brand seems to be very much an "IN" bike that all want to have, that's judging by the number of them I see over here on the Continent with UK plates.
As usual, a good and detailed description by a very capable Lancashire Lass (is Bolton still in Lancs?) of a bike that would melt my heart if I was lucky enough to own one...., for all donations, my Bank Acount number is..., no, i'm only kidding! Ride safe.
Except when you take it off the tarmac and really try to use it as an adventure bike.
@@josephSF if you do that, then you are one of a minority that do go off the road.
@@millinutz I suppose I am. I am 60/40 On road/ Off road. My Africa Twins perform well with that ratio. I consider those "Adventure Bikes".
I don't often see demo ride that discuss shift rpms. I've her that engines with lower rpms last longer. The faster she revs the more fiction resulting in more wear on the engine, what about showing revs and comments on this in future reviews.
Rode the DE, great bike! Lovely engine, tall as though ! Serious truffle shuffle at lights 😂 🚦 🍑
Having so much fun "dropping in" on Kate from here in New Hampshire. I'm tellin ya. (Not gonna lie) ~ Had a little addictive spat over the last month on face book marketplace. I ran on down to West Virginia, picked up a 95 Honda cb750 Nighthawk. These are available all over the place for around $2000.00. Ok My Nighthawk (named West Virginia) ~ $600.00. 30k miles and in good shape. No title, no keys, now registered Antique here in NH. Just clean out those four carberators. Now comes a 98 Suzuki Bandit. Way way too clean to pass up. Odometer at 22 miles, maybe 20k true miles, new LED light, (naked) and no paper, $900.00. Two bikes for $1500.00 US.... I'll tell ya. Low hanging fruit. Sorry Kate. I know you're selling new bikes but Wow. Now to ride.....
Take 2!!
Don't mind me😂
イギリス人の「２↑」(ツゥ)の発音が好きです。彼女は特に素敵ですね。
I miss the champion yellow...
Detailed 💯
Trying! Thanks homie
Grey…. But not available in Malaysia…
It’s an exhaust on wheels.
Sounds good enough but that exhaust looks like a floating device for an oil tanker.
It looks like the 1300gs !
Thanks for putting freedom units onscreen, please add the litre to gallon conversion next time you do one of these.
Blue
I used to consider Vstroms as a budget-friendly option which, because of that, could be forgiven for being less capable. I've owned two of the 650s, both purchased new from dealerships. This 1050 is MORE than DOUBLE the full cost of either of those. The new models may be wonderful, but if I'm going to pay that much I'll be looking more closely at Yamaha, Honda or BMW before committing. Great walk-around from you, Kate. Thanks.
Suzuki at least in AUS are undercutting Honda, Yamaha and BMW with this 1050 (DE or non DE). It makes sense in a lot of ways. But definitely you're right, you should be lookign at all the manufacturers in the price range/bike type you are wanting.
@Perudua If you are talking capability well beyond felony speed sure. I’d trade that for low-cost, low maintenance, low stress any day of the week. Get off the spec sheet and go ride
Lol first instant of the video sound like a splatter effect :'-)
Should have done a yellow one with a long stupid name with a number 2 😂
For me I like the the v-storm 650xt and v-storm 800de ! The v-storm 1050de is not my liking
Why don't you show us you riding it?
Sorry whats her height tho. Im tall and looking.for big bike.
Got tobe red 4 me
lucky hunk of metal
I would have mine in yellow. If I could. 😊 that chap at the end was a bit of an attention seeker walking right through shot. Push on bother none 😂
Too much tech on bikes these days, please give me back my old yamaha XT500.
Would rather see Suzuki bringing back the gsxr range than these new adventure bikes. Too big and much too heavy. Personal opinion only I hasten to add.👍
Don't hasten too much 8344. I agree. The thing is gigantic and unwieldy. You need a stepladder to get on it. The silencer looks like a scale model of the Channel Tunnel.
Besides her other qualities USNK has determination and courage. Good review.
That accent😂😂
Not for me , seems expensive and not keen on the styling
It's jus exactly what I don't want. Too big, heavy and complicated.
Here we go again , not hanging around 👎
Just because its not useful to you doesn't mean its not useful for someone else. Thanks for the comment regardless :)