The Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Desert motorcycle specifications include a 1,037 cc (63.28 cu in) engine, power of 100 hp (73.0 kW) @ 8,000 rpm, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 228 kg (502.7 lb).
Key specifications
The 2015 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.
How the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Desert compares
This compares the motorcycle with all Suzuki models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Suzuki database average.
About 53% higher than the Suzuki database average. Around the 83rd percentile across Suzuki models.
About 70% higher than the Suzuki database average. Around the 87th percentile across Suzuki models.
About 14% heavier than the Suzuki database average. Around the 69th percentile across Suzuki models.
About 7% taller than the Suzuki database average. Around the 84th percentile across Suzuki models.
About 55% larger than the Suzuki database average. Around the 99th percentile across Suzuki models.
Suzuki database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the Suzuki specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
100 hp — more powerful than about 83% of Suzuki models with power data.
1,037 cc — larger displacement than about 87% of Suzuki models.
228 kg — heavier than about 69% of Suzuki models, or lighter than about 31%.
840 mm — taller than about 84% of Suzuki models.
22 L — larger than about 99% of Suzuki fuel tanks in this database.
Dimensions compared with Suzuki average
Each measurement is compared with the average value across Suzuki models where that dimension is available.
2,295
2,137
7% above average.
910
823
11% above average.
1,535
1,444
6% above average.
840
786
7% above average.
165
176
6% below average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 110/80-R19 |
|---|---|
| Rear tire size | 150/70-R17 |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 0.439 hp/kg |
| Power-to-weight | 438.6 hp/tonne |
| Specific power | 96.4 hp/L |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.52:1 (Oversquare) |
Engine specifications
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,037 cc (63.28 cu in) |
| Power | 100 hp (73.0 kW) @ 8,000 rpm |
| Torque | 103.0 Nm (10.5 kgf-m or 76.0 ft.lbs) @ 4,000 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 100.0 x 66 mm (3.9 x 2.6 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 11.3:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Ignition | Electronic ignition (Transistorized) |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Wet sump |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
Chassis and suspension
| Front suspension | Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Link type, coil spring, oil damped |
| Rake | 25.7° |
| Trail | 109 mm (4.3 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Double disc |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front tire | 110/80-R19 |
| Rear tire | 150/70-R17 |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 228 kg (502.7 lb) |
|---|---|
| Seat height | 840 mm (33.1 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,295 mm (90.4 inches) |
| Overall width | 910 mm (35.8 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,535 mm (60.4 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 165 mm (6.5 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 22.00 L (5.81 US gal) |
|---|
Other specifications
| Color options | Khaki/grey |
|---|---|
| Factory warranty | 12 month unlimited mileage |
| Price as new | US$ 10599. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Comments | The rider can select three modes of tracking control (1, 2, and off). Modes 1 and 2 differ in terms of sensitivity. Mode 1 has lower sensitivity; it allows a certain degree of rear wheel spin. Mode 2 has higher sensitivity; the system effects traction control sooner. |
Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from Suzuki models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official Suzuki information before relying on them. Visit the official Suzuki website.