Continuing giving great travel motorcycles a post, and maybe a ride someday, this is the 2014 Suzuki V-Storm 1000. Take a look at the photos and specifications of the newest entry into the adventure bike segment. Initially, it does look like its a really tall motorcycle.
2014 Suzuki V-Storm 1000 Specifications
| Overall Length | 2,285mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall width | 865mm | |
| Overall height | 1,410mm | |
| Wheelbase | 1,555mm | |
| Ground clearance | 165mm | |
| Seat height | N/A | |
| Curb mass | 228kg | |
| Engine type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 90˚ V-twin | |
| Bore x stroke | 100.0mm x 66.0mm | |
| Engine displacement | 1037cm3 | |
| Compression ratio | 11.3 : 1 | |
| Fuel system | Fuel injection | |
| Starter system | Electric | |
| Lubrication system | Wet sump | |
| Transmission | 6-speed constant mesh | |
| Primary reduction ratio | 1.838 (57/31) | |
| Final reduction ratio | 2.411 (41/17) | |
| Suspension | Front | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
| Rear | Link type, coil spring, oil damped | |
| Rake / trail | 25˚30′ / 109mm | |
| Brakes | Front | Disc, twin |
| rear | Disc | |
| Tires | Front | 110/80R19M/C 59V |
| Rear | 150/70R17M/C 69V | |
| Ignition system | Electronic ignition | |
| Fuel tank capacity | 20.0L | |
| Oil capacity (Overhaul) | 3.5L | |
Two up riding – 2014 Suzuki V-Storm 1000
What really would interest me is to get a good side view of this motorcycle. From what Suzuki has released, it does seem like a standard seating setup for the pillion.
Colors and Styling
The styling design of the V-Strom 1000 Concept is inspired by the 1988 DR750S, Suzuki’s first big on/off-road machine. With plan to launch it as a 2014 model, it will offer some of the best parts of the adventure bike such as the versatility, the fun of riding, and comfortable long distance travel.
It available in 4 colors, Red, White, Black and what Suzuki calls, Glass Desert Khaki.
Pedigree of the 2014 Suzuki V-Storm 1000
Suzuki has put up a nice over view of the pedigree of this motorcycle. It credits complete inspiration for this motorcycle to the 1988 DR750s. Its an interesting page, check it out.
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