How Good Is the New Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE Off-Road?

[@russellborn515]

Whew, pushing 550 pounds of strom over some of that terrain?! Respect.

[@robdabney]

Much appreciated! It's one way to keep in shape! 😆

[@mickleblance8805]

I just purchased a leftover ‘23 DE. Great great underrated motorcycle! Suzuki has outstanding deals going on right now. Absolutely love this v-twin! Cruise Control, 6 axis ECU, up and down QS that’s a joy to use! The TFT dash is outstanding, this bike is a complete joy on the street, plenty of passing power, all day riding comfort too! I’m 6’4” tall and this motorcycle fits me to a T. Great job Suzuki!! This DE doesn’t feel top heavy at all, unlike the AT that I tested. Home run Suzuki!!

[@gregfriedman2996]

I just got last years model, too. And, I agree it seems to a very comfortable machine and I am only 6'2". Haven't ridden it off road yet, but it is smooth as silk on the highway!

[@synchronic_9044]

I am about to buy in in 9 days. My local vendor is on summer holiday. Can't wait

[@revmaniac6995]

Really enjoyed this one! Great to see the big Strom getting a proper dirt test.

[@robdabney]

She's a big girl but exceeded my expectations!

[@konstantinostzanakis2050]

You are pushing the limits of the bike... 99 % of those who ll by this kind of bike will just never go as hard as you!! Great video, great ride I have a 2022 v strom 1050 xt and it gives a big smile every day!!

[@robindalton1790]

Top video dude, finally seeing a vstrom offroad😊

[@robdabney]

We've tried it in the past and it didn't always go so well. But this V-Strom is a true adventure bike. Thanks!

[@marceliszp4803]

800de it is better for offroad. The 800de has 220mm of suspension travel (only 1cm less than the DesertX) instead of 170cm in the 1050de. 800de has a larger ground clearance (220 where 1050 has 190). Its weigh less and are still suitable for long trips. Only the lack of cruise control...

[@danielscott2357]

Yep..its almost perfect! Id buy one tomorrow if it had cruise!! No cruise is a deal breaker on a bike like the 800de.

[@Mansplainer411]

I test road both last weekend. The 800 is much more nimble and easier the handle at a stop or offroad. The 1050 is better in every other way. Much more comfortable, faster, wind protection.

[@QuinnBoone]

Owning an 800de I've come to realize after riding 2 up and with luggage a 1050 is a better choice for sure for long distance touring. The 800de can and will do it fully loaded, but you can tell it way more that the 1050. I have limited experience off road other than some logging trails but it, the 800de, will do wayyy more off road than I probably will ever be able to do with it.....

[@user-vu7my6kd4g]

I was considering suzuki, but Ktm790 is at similar price while it has even bigger suspension travel, ground clearance and weights less. And so I wonder more about ktm.

[@marceliszp4803]

@@user-vu7my6kd4g The 790 adventure has 200 mm of travel while the 800 de has 220. I tested the 890 Adventure S from 2023 and the installed WP Apex, in my opinion, works worse than the Showa with 800 de, that's why I chose the Suzuki. only the 890 Adventure S has better suspension (XPLOR) but is much more expensive

[@mullins6429]

I really enjoyed that video especially with you managing the bike through the rocks and sand. Really like the look of this bike. Thanks.

[@robdabney]

Glad to hear that. Thank you! It's a beautiful bike for sure. They really did a great job with the color schemes and the classic DR Big styling.

[@mullins6429]

@@robdabney Agreed. Thanks again.

[@cranedaddy678]

Looks like fun. Can't believe you didn't do any suspension setup for you! A couple clicks and a turn or two here and there can make a massive difference! Setting sag and compression + rebound on my 800de made 1000% difference.

[@thegreattraverse7818]

I've never been excited about a vstrom until now.

[@robdabney]

Suzuki is finally taking the whole off-road thing serious with its ADV Bikes. It's a major improvement for the V-Strom 10X0 line.

[@marcjohnson7882]

Nice. I have a 2003 1000 V-Strom that I geared down one tooth on the front sprocket and it made a huge difference at low speeds off road and anywhere else you need torque. No discernible penalty on the highway.

[@tinfoilhatplumber485]

I also have a "03" bought it new , has the right amount of scratches and battle scares.. I have my Strom set up and love it.

[@scotthartman4658]

Nice review, thanks. I’d love to see the new V-Strom 800DE reviewed in the same fashion and compared to this.

[@gsrossco]

Best adv channel out there, love the reviews. I've bought two bikes based on your reviews.

[@ADVPulseVideos]

Thanks so much for the feedback! Means a lot to us.

[@wittydisplayname1761]

Thanks for the video! I now know conclusively that my Vstrom will handle more than I will ever put it through.

[@khakimzhanmiras]

same. removed centerstand on my f800gs. rarely used it, clatters, catches rocks, heavy.

[@sreach93]

The terrain and your riding ability have produced a great review.

[@100868ful]

Looks great in blue. Looks like Suzuki made some good improvements. I bleed orange but this seems like a good buy. Nice review!

[@fcalin21]

You are a very good rider.

[@ComfyDadShoes]

I would never be able to ride the bike this well, but that plush suspension is exactly why I would buy one.

[@JustBoogie007]

Don't sell yourself short my man, anyone can ride well. It just takes practice, we are all human. Most of us...

[@notgamingwithmax]

How'd you get your Hondo Garage phone mount not to rotate around? I tried to mount mine on my 800 DE and it kept moving, I had to mount it to the handlebars. Edit: Oh wow I just got to the point in the video that shows behind the mount. I guess the 1050 has a much larger diameter tube for mounting than the 800. That must be why.

[@tarodt7484]

I have v-strom 650xt and going off road is a mission and if it falls on uneven ground forget about standing it up alone. So i wouldn't even think taking 250kg bike off-road its not made for this kind of place.

[@ivanskucins7883]

Very thorough and nice review!!👌🏻

[@bigcrazy9068]

Awesome review 😎

[@ScubboNZ]

airfilter changes mid-ride sucks though eh ;-)

[@habibi750]

What a great review!

[@MarkPisani-do8sn]

I have the 2022 vstrom 1050 and for me that’s a beautiful all rounder bike I can hit a dirt road and go around the river system or ride the freeways in comfort as well as in town. The riding your doing there today I really don’t think even the newer model is for that I have the crf 450 for that type of riding and not to have tubeless in the front I wouldn’t buy it for that reason. Also if your on the road more the 19 inch front is much better.

[@BillyBoblovesthedirt]

Can’t believe your phone didn’t exit stage left on that one. Looked sketchy as.

[@robdabney]

That's the Hondo Garage holder. The vibration damper makes it shake around like crazy. I recently modified it to reduce the wiggle by shortening the backing wires.

[@tommaples9174]

I would not want to be on some of the single type of trails you were on. Best for basic off road. adventures. Looks good and the price is much cheaper than a euro bike.

[@HM-wj8zz]

I'm 6.5 am I going to fit on that Suzuki ? what you think . I try with AT but tank shape is bad for my knee going out of grove.

[@robdabney]

Seat height is a little taller than the AT and the 1050DE does feel longer and more spread out. I'm 6'2" and it was roomy. You should give it a try!

[@youssefallali716]

Im 5,8 do you think it will feet for me?

[@robdabney]

@@youssefallali716 Might be a little tall in the saddle but try it out and see what you think.

[@ogregang3203]

Absolutely excellent review.

[@davea9502]

I hope ADV Pulse will do a video review of the new Suzuki 800DE!

[@jasongallagher73]

Those crash bars look like foot rests / highway pegs ??

[@Jungleland33]

Love the bike and am ready for a change. I think I'll wait until the upgrades are done in a year or 2. Why they put a tubed wheel on the front I will never understand.

[@robdabney]

A lot of folks who mainly ride off-road prefer the tube in front because a small dent in the rim will not lead to a flat if you have a tube. But it would make sense to ship the bike with tubeless and people who want a tube could always put one in.

[@Jungleland33]

100 % 😊​@@robdabney

[@stevek4449]

Where is the air filter? Under the tank?

[@robdabney]

It's under the tank.

[@stevek4449]

Aaah too bad. I prefer simple task to be simple, not complex lol.

[@M1983S.]

Which tyres are those?

[@ADVPulseVideos]

They come standard with the Dunlop Trailmax Mixtour tires. We swapped them for the Heidenau K60 Rangers.

[@M1983S.]

@@ADVPulseVideos Thank you :)

[@AnonYmous-vu1lw]

Proper riding

[@clintwilliams5512]

I don't understand you testers, the suspension has easy adjustment, but, no one spends a minute or so to adjust it to the conditions.

[@PaddyMcQueen]

I love it so much!

[@williamhunt8316]

Do you have to be on a stand to switch modes?

[@SweetlakeFreestyle]

Nope, just close the throttle while riding and you're good to change to whatever you want.

[@CarlosGeraldi]

thanks, very good review!

[@ronsmith9251]

Pretty impressive machine

[@coldfeel]

great video. thanks.

[@hooliganconcepts5052]

Is there a more reliable motorcycle than a VStrom?

[@hooliganconcepts5052]

No

[@paulocometti4317]

I will get the street version.

[@murraypratt302]

Good Review

[@mrantone916]

Dual headlights would look a lot better 🤔

[@nikolaoskokkaliotis4884]

Μπράβο αλάνι!!!

[@redtobertshateshandles]

Someone sounds a bit breathless. 😂

[@robdabney]

😆 Yeah, high elevation and 550# motorcycle going down a steep, loose, hill does that to you. Gotta work on my cardio!

[@redtobertshateshandles]

@robdabney . Nah. Whatever doesn't kill you, makes you stronger. I like a 250/300 dirt bike. Or a 500 dual sport.

[@saadstrips6573]

You need to leave your weight back when going down from the hill.

[@tactical1224]

Suzuki should have made the front wheel tubeless...

[@UncleWally3]

I’ve ridden and presently still own both a ‘Strom and an Africa Twin. While I’ll always have a place in my heart for the ‘Strom, for most things the Africa Twin DCT is a far better bike. Especially given its MSRP (insert solo trumpet playing Taps) sadly, the 1050 is past its best before date. Well past.

[@podunkman2709]

No.

[@MagnumMuscle1000]

75 pounds less weight, 2 inches more suspension travel and 10 more horsepower and it would be competitive with the KTM 890.

[@vvevvevvvv]

It have not been created to compete with 890.

[@hooliganconcepts5052]

This Bike will never break down though. It’s bulletproof.

[@WinifredMulvey]

Still using the pre historic bones of a 15 year old bike,.

[@robdabney]

Well to be fair, the bones are from the 2014 model when it got a complete redesign. That engine though has been around in the same general form since the 90s going back to the TL1000S days.

[@redtobertshateshandles]

Great bones are great bones. But then again, I know what a Featherbed frame is.

[@cowarddonnie-ji5yz]

Ever heard of K.I.S.S.?

[@WinifredMulvey]

@@cowarddonnie-ji5yz In today's age of motorcycles... and the cost of a new bike.. I expect more.. not a warmed over 10 year old platform..

[@mxoldtimer4braaappp858]

Maybe you missed the part about upgrades to the swing arm and sub - frame

[@GiancarloBenzina]

Advertisement! BS test.

[@Scoot7827]

Bros phone accerometers 📈📈📉📈📈 🍻