Across the 2015 and 2016 model years, the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Sport motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 502.7 lb (228 kg).
Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Sport weight overview
This is a substantial motorcycle. The weight matters most when stopped, backing it up, parking on a slope or recovering from a lean.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Sport?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Sport is heavier than about 55.2% of 29 Suzuki supermoto bikes with compatible weight data.
Ready-to-ride weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Sport weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2015, 2016 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 502.7 lb (228 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,037 cc |
| Power | 100 hp |
| Torque | 76 lb-ft (103 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.28 US gal (20 L) to 5.81 US gal (22 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 32.8 lb (14.9 kg) to 36.1 lb (16.4 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 2015 model is used as the baseline where data is available. Only later supplied values that differ are shown below. A year pill does not mean every individual weight field was supplied for that year.
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 19.89 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 5.03 lb / hp |
| Torque per 100 lb | 15.11 lb-ft / 100 lb |
| Displacement per pound | 2.06 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 48.5 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6.5% to 7.2% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Sport weight FAQ
How much does the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Sport weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 502.7 lb (228 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Sport weight compare with similar Suzukis?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 55th percentile for weight among 29 compatible Suzuki supermoto bikes.
Are all Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Sport model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 2015-2016 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Sport?
A full tank works out to about 32.8 lb (14.9 kg) to 36.1 lb (16.4 kg) from the listed 5.28 US gal (20 L) to 5.81 US gal (22 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Sport weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 682.7 lb (309.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Sport strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 19.89 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 89th percentile within the compatible Suzuki super motard power-to-weight comparison.
What is the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Sport torque-to-weight ratio?
Available data gives 15.11 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
How large is the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Sport engine for its weight?
The model has about 2.06 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
Is the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Sport easy to move around by hand?
Yes, the mass is substantial enough to matter at walking speed. Parking direction, slope and secure footing become important because recovering the bike from a lean takes more effort.
Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market, equipment and the exact dry/curb-weight definition. Calculated fuel-weight and ratio figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Confirm critical figures in the owner’s manual or on the official Suzuki Cycles website.