A Pair of Stroms
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“We brought the endurona Suzuki in Corsica to discover the many facets and after a real tour de force we can confirm when written after the press test in Liguria. Do not just try it for a few hours to be able to express an opinion exhaustive”
“1,500 miles in just over two days, crossing forests, desert regions, and dirt roads with hundreds of curves, also dealing with torrential rains, have allowed us to reveal the true nature of the new V-Strom 1000 motorcycle easy to drive even in Off-road, a lot of fun in the mixed and that has positively surprised by the ability to safely deal with rough roads that go beyond the normal roads”
Aesthetics: discuss ago, but it’s personal
“It should be said that compared to other rivals, who often seem to clones, the V-Strom 1000 maintains a strong personality. What then like it or not is a matter of taste. endurona Where the Suzuki’s home goes back to the great, in spite of the simplicity of some components, is the build quality and finish, very accurate even in hidden areas. Let’s not forget some goodies, such as the excellent braking system and the fork is fully adjustable, allowing you to sew on the bike adapting it for dirt roads as driving with a knife between his teeth, where most times we were able to keep up momentum much more sports. About the chassis that always communicates what is happening under the wheels, even when the asphalt is covered with inches of water and puddles become real fords to cross.”
Engine: just enough power to go anywhere
“Accustomed to the maxi enduro super powerful, which then must be kept at bay with electronics, 101 hp V-Strom may seem few, but in fact are many and still more than enough to go anywhere in an easy and fatigue-free. Consider also that the enduro Suzuki carries from 30 to 60 kg less than its competitors from more than 1,000 of this displacement and significant weight advantage makes up a large part of the gap cavalry.”
Cycling: easy even in difficult
“Much of the ease and precision driving is attributable both to the compact chassis. Aluminum frame, swingarm and suspension of the same material they work very well (only over small bumps repeated short distance fork struggling to recover), and also the relatively low saddle from the ground (combined with narrow hips that diverge little legs) helps a lot, especially when you have to scamper off-road or make a maneuver in tight. The bike is very compact for a 1000 mainly in the guide standing seems to ride a motorcycle of engine capacity below”
Conclusions
For those who have little experience in off-road adventure travel and still want to deal with the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 is probably the maxi-enduro easier. About the size and weight of the contents closer to a single cylinder in which a twin. Another point in its favor is consumption, considerably reduced, and the fact you can use it everyday even for journeys between home and work without having problems related to the mole. A true all-rounder in short, with few frills and a lot of substance. If only it cost less (12,490 Euro with ABS as standard, plus € 1,100 for the version with bags and top case) we are convinced that if they sell a lot, because it is dangerously close to some direct rivals who undoubtedly more charm. But we know from our travel companion with a deal in the dealership you are unable to negotiate a nice discount between money saved and accessories donated.
A Pair of Stroms 