Suzuki V-Strom range test: on the right track in 2015 ?

With the return of the V-Strom 1000 in 2014, followed by the V-Strom 650 XT 2015, Suzuki is firing on all cylinders in the trail bike market, which has been growing since 2008. To date, the range has nine more variations. or less accessorized. Testing.

V-Strom 650 ABS: The very good horse

Although redesigned and significantly improved in 2012, the V-Strom 650 dates a bit against sharper rivals … However, it does not lack arguments to seduce, starting with an attractive selling price just below the psychological bar of 8000 € (7999 €).

Easy to access and compatible with A2 license, it has a good level of equipment: coded key, ABS (not adjustable or deactivatable: damage), complete and readable instrumentation, luggage carrier with grab handles, comfortable saddle and guard – adjustable breeze.

Its sturdy perimeter frame and aluminum swingarm give it dynamic qualities of a good level, even if it doesn’t really contain its weight: 214 kg, or only 14 less than the 1000 V-Strom. The damping is entrusted to a 43 mm telescopic fork and a mono-shock absorber, both adjustable in preload, which effectively contribute to the user friendliness..

Relatively sober with an average consumption of 5.5 l / 100 km, the V-Strom 650 offers a satisfactory range of around 360 km. Supple and offering nice revivals given its displacement (645cc), its twin-cylinder from the late SV650 roadster works wonders in practically all areas, with the exception of the loaded duo where its 69 hp and 60 Nm are a little tight.

Fairly linear in its revving, this engine reveals a more playful temperament in the revs. At steady speed, past 7000 rpm, small vibrations at the levers and footrests are sensitive. If you opt for the Tourer version equipped with side cases, beware of the overall width of the set. !

All versions of V-Strom 650 in 2015

• V-Strom 650 ABS 7,999 €. Colors: black, red, gray

• V-Strom 650 URBAN (8 399 €). Colors: black, red, gray. Additional equipment: engine guard, hand guards, tank bag.

• V-Strom 650 ADVENTURE (€ 8,999). Colors: black, red, gray. Additional equipment: engine guard, handguards, Touring screen, center stand, 42 liter top case.

• V-Strom 650 TOURER (€ 9,999). Colors: black, red, gray. Additional equipment: engine guard, handguards, complete luggage kit, Touring screen, cylinder guard.

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