2018 Suzuki V-Strom 650XT

2018 Suzuki V-Strom 650XT

Renowned for its versatility, reliability and value, the V-Strom 650 has attracted many riders who use it for touring, commuting, or a fun ride when the spirit moves them. It is a touchstone motorcycle balanced with a natural riding position, comfortable seat and a flexible engine character that produces stress-free riding during brief daily use or a high-mile adventure. The 2018 V-Strom 650 XT marries the looks of the V-Strom 1000 and the tubeless-spoke wheels of the prior V-Strom 650 XT to bring a strong Adventure identity and capability to this renowned family of motorcycles. This V-Strom boasts strong engine performance and great fuel economy while achieving world-wide emission standards. A number of engineering accomplishments result in low weight and a thin chassis, producing a V-Strom that is more versatile, more controllable, and more accessible to elevate its total performance so it’s simply “More V-Strom”. And that’s what a rider wants; more of a good ride.

Where the horizon ends, the adventure begins. Whether it’s a long-distance quest or a short-distance journey, the V-Strom is the versatile machine designed for the spirit of discovery.

• Liquid-cooled 645cc, 90O V-Twin engine delivers strong torque in the low to mid-RPM range, yet provides a strong rush of high RPM power that’s ideal for any riding mission.

• Suzuki’s rider-adjustable Traction Control* system, Easy Start system, Low RPM Assist feature, plus ABS** technology makes a great motorcycle, really incredible.

• ADV fairing, with vertically stacked headlights and adjustable windshield houses a multi-function, illumination adjustable instrument panel that delivers a wealth of information.

• Strong and light chassis has integrated mount points for unified Suzuki V-Strom luggage that’s is easy to clip on and off, and keeps the motorcycle trim when ready for touring.

• Low-friction resin-coated pistons and SCEM-coated cylinders helps deliver high mileage for class-leading touring range.

• The sleek two-into-one exhaust system routes below the chassis to reduce weight, centralize mass, and provide space for a narrow tail section (and optional luggage).

• The exhaust system has twin catalyzers and employs O2 feedback to the EFI system to produce optimum combustion efficiency and reduce emissions to an incredibly low level.

• The beak-style fairing, with vertically stacked headlights and new mounting structure helps the V-Strom 650XT ABS cut through the wind, protecting the rider in style.

• The 3-way height-adjustable windscreen was wind-tunnel tested to reduce wind sounds, buffeting and rider fatigue.

• The fuel tank has a generous 5.3 gallon capacity but is shaped to be thin at the rear to flow into the slimmer seat which aids the rider in touching the ground at stops.

• The spacious two-up seat combines smooth and slip-resistant surfaces, plus an embossed V-Strom logo.