V-STROM 1050DE

The V-Strom 1050DE takes advantage of wire-spoked wheels with aluminium rims to better endure the potential pounding when exploring trails and other rough surfaces. It also adopts a larger 21-inch front rim for greater stability and better control on gravel and flat dirt. Both wheels are shod with Dunlop TRAILMAX MIXTOUR tyres, which feature a semi-block tread pattern and custom-designed internal structure that delivers the solid traction and performance you want when exploring varied terrain and trails.

The DR-Z800 desert racer made design history when Suzuki entered it in the 1988 Paris-Dakar Rally, introducing a unique new concept to the rally scene that remains popular with motorcyclist today. The DR-Z was compact, light, and tough as nails. One of its most striking design elements was the radical new design expression of the prominent “beak” out front. As evidenced by its modern interpretation of the “beak” design, The new V-Strom 1050DE remains true to this heritage.

The V-Strom 1050DE uses a new custom 5-inch colour TFT display that features clearly legible information displays. The high-quality display keeps you fully aware of all the bike’s systems and settings and supplies vital real time operating status information.  The tachometer does double duty as a programmable rpm indicator light that blinks when the engine reaches a pre-set speed, and another new function displays large pop-up alerts and warnings. Manual or automatic switching settings for the day (white) and night (black) display modes let you maximise visibility at any hour and in any riding situation.