I have one. The quiet smooth engine is every bit as good as reported. I’m not usually a fan of twins but this one has completely won me over, easily providing the torque needed on the road. Used sensibly it manages about 68-70mpg (UK imperial gallons), note the on board computer is about 10% pessimistic. I’ve now done 1,300 miles. The engine and gearbox have become smoother with use and the initially stiff suspension is now comfortable. The handling is impressive, all very easy, it inspires a lot of confidence. The bike seems to carry its weight well, it’s light off the side-stand, suggesting the weight is carried low. That would explain its excellent stability at speed, sidewind performance is in a different league from a 2007 Vstrom 650 I had. As the video recommended I fitted different screen; Puig with the adjustable lip. I’m 6 foot and can now travel comfortably at motorway speeds. The ergonomics of the bike seem well judged for someone my height, it’s very comfortable, I can sit for hours, the miles slip by very easily. Downsides; fuelling at very light throttle openings isn’t perfect, very slightly hesitant. Bike looks plain in the green, then again it’s less of a theft magnet when parked outside hotels on tour. If this model proves half as reliable as the rock solid 650 it will be a truly great solo tourer.
@exothermal.sprocket9 күн бұрын
Fueling would be perfected with an ECU tune. You wouldn't have to change exhaust or intake for that, and there's good improvements to be had (especially running the engine cooler, which also reduces engine vibration from leanness). That's impressive mileage per fuel consumption. The tank range must be impressive, which is a welcomed phenomenon today with all the tiny tank trends. Was the Puig screen bigger or smaller than factory? Any increase noise around the helmet? Veridian sells a plug-in cruise control for this bike, if interested.
@simonroberts84698 күн бұрын
@@exothermal.sprocket Puig screen is a good bit taller but only a little wider. They do 2 versions, I have the one with the adjustable laminar lip. No buffeting, clean air stream seems to hit the very top of my helmet at high speed in its current setting which is fine for me. I’m sure I could tune this out by adjusting the height/angle of the lip but it’s so minimal I have yet to experiment. Very happy with the screen, massive improvement over standard which didn’t work for me at all. It’s quite discreet too, unlike the Givi Airflow which looks very obtrusive to my eye.
@exothermal.sprocket8 күн бұрын
@@simonroberts8469 Okay nice!
@nrschannel70888 күн бұрын
what about the vibrations - is it okay? What do you think of BMW F800GS and comparing the v-strom to? I am thinking of buying one of these two - still cant decide...
@simonroberts84698 күн бұрын
@@nrschannel7088 Vibration perception and annoyance seems to be person specific in my experience. A test drive sadly is the only way to know if you will find it problematic on any specific bike. Every bike I’ve ridden has vibrated to some extent at some point in the rev range. Having said that from my perspective the vibration levels on the V-Strom 800 are very low. It’s generally a refined, quiet, and smooth running engine, remarkably so for a twin. The only vibration present is at precisely 5000 revs which is about 70mph. On my bike this is only apparent in the bars. It certainly wasn’t excessive when new as some bike testers have reported and has decreased markedly with added miles to the point I hardly notice it now at 1300 miles. Further up the rev range vibration is again very minimal, the engine loves to rev. through the mid-range and high speed cruising is vibe free. Unlike some other bikes I’ve ridden opening the throttle wide in the mid range doesn’t induce annoying vibration. As to the comparison with BMW 800 I’m sorry I haven’t ridden that bike or engine. I did have a 2010 GS 1200 twin cam, reported to be a smooth engine. The V-Strom 800’s motor in comparison just feels more modern. It’s infinitely smoother, more refined, more willing to rev and just much sweeter in use. Hope this helps.
@aschneider938 күн бұрын
Bought mine three weeks ago here in america, and I have not regretted it. 😊
@daviddechamps88409 күн бұрын
I used to have a V-strom 650, years ago. I'm still wondering today why I sold it (for a BMW)... It was a Swiss Army knife of a bike! Good for commuting, for travelling.... and quite cheap to own. A no nonsense bike.
@grtbgf9 күн бұрын
And what's that got to do with this video?
@lewiss669 күн бұрын
@@grtbgf This one is just an upgrade of the 650 ...
@grtbgf9 күн бұрын
@@lewiss66 no, he just wants to talk about his bikes
@shivamarya52259 күн бұрын
@@grtbgf so? nothing wrong with wanting to talk about your expereince and all the things he said does apply to v strom 800re as well, good for commuting, touring, light off road and cheap to own
@exothermal.sprocket9 күн бұрын
@@grtbgf Did the cat pee in your cereal this morning?
@trevorlaight34399 күн бұрын
I have one, and love it. All day comfy with a fantastic engine.
@williamclarke20206 күн бұрын
I believe this is my next and probably last bike. It's great as a commuter?
@Jhp1749 күн бұрын
I bought this as my first ADV style bike. I wanted the DE, as that looks so much cooler, but coming from sportier bikes, the 21” front wheel steering felt strange to me, and I was not certain that I would drive in the dirt. The handling of the RE is surprisingly good, and I have not regretted my choise. Great review btw.
@Trevster659 күн бұрын
I have the 8s which has the same engine and pulls smooth absolutely love it. when it was in for service the local dealer loaned me the 800RE same as the one your riding, I was shocked how good it is, it’s a heavier bike but you would not know it, seat is super comfy, handing is excellent and would happily tour Europe. If I had room and the cash I’d have the 800RE too.
@soggywuffles8829 күн бұрын
The aftermarket has the cruise control problem solved for around $300 usd. I have the Veridian system on my GSX-8R, easy to install and works great. I also agree with you on the Suzuki engine, I owned a Transalp earlier this year and the Suzuki has noticeably more torque in the rpm range we all ride in. The Honda you really have to rev out to get into the power band, which doesn’t really suit the adventure bike format.
@chrishart85489 күн бұрын
It's very strange the TA having the same peak power as the hornet. The style of bike doesn't suit the state of tune . Previously they were always de tuned for torque. But now the TA makes its power around 9k. Off roading at 9k rpm just doesn't work. Should have made 75hp max
@kevinpakravan29479 күн бұрын
Came here to mention veridian cruise.
@exothermal.sprocket9 күн бұрын
The Suzuki is very restricted in factory guise, if you're interested in making about 10-12 horsepower and another 8-9 ft-lb torque, it's possible in the aftermarket and be totally reliable and better functioning (also drop weight).
@roadwarrior85609 күн бұрын
Just how easy is it to fit the veridian cruise control?
@soggywuffles8829 күн бұрын
@@exothermal.sprocket if I wasn’t trading my 8R in on a MT-10 I would definitely have done the exhaust/intake/tune route.
@DavidRodriguesOfficial_8 күн бұрын
I Bought one in 2010 for 6300€ did 121000 km in 11 years and sold it for 3800€ in 2021, pandemic time. I had zero problems worh this model DL650 2010. Was one of my best buys ever. Plenty fun, lovely sound, 10000% bullet proof. From Portugal to Marrocos, Alps, all Europe. Was amazing. A bit of corrosion over the years but nothing else.
@nickenyfiken99139 күн бұрын
Suzuki could have Done something with the silencer. It looks like an old vacuum cleaner…. Thanks for the good review 😊👍
@jtb84619 күн бұрын
I have a green RE and am very happy with it. I think it a bit strange that some examples vibrate more than others. Mine is relatively smooth and what vibes there are never intrusive. I did find it too quiet though, a slip-on silencer fixed that.😊
@Tired_wirey_brandy_look.9 күн бұрын
Great review as usual! PS: You may be disappointed to know I didn't feel "strange on your voice" 😂😂
@carlosandleon9 күн бұрын
Underrated motorcycle
@roadwarrior85609 күн бұрын
by who??
@stoatsngroatsuk50127 күн бұрын
I have the DE, and find it fantastic fun - vibes are not overly bad, heat not too intrusive, buffeting is ok now the screen is at the low end, don’t need cruise, don’t need tubeless tyres, love the torque, love the handling and the DE suits me better than the RE at my height. I had a Vstrom 650 which I really liked, but this is much better.
@Oscar240z6 күн бұрын
How tall are you. I am 6’3” and wonder is the DE might be better for knees
@stoatsngroatsuk50126 күн бұрын
@@Oscar240z Hi Oscar, I’m 5ft 11”, and it’s fine for me. Maybe you could do with a taller seat, but you should test ride first and get a feel for it. 🙏👍
@McTallo8 күн бұрын
I own the Suzuki GSX-S 1000 GT and had the V-Strom 800 DE during the first inspection of my bike. I absolutely loved it! And I'll never buy a bike without cruise control again. So thank you Suzuki for CC on the GT bike and please put it on more bikes! Thank you. :)
@colindeans59729 күн бұрын
Having owned a couple of 650XT's and an 800RE, I'd say the 650 is a better bike. The 800RE is the most vibey bike I've ridden such that it sent my hands to sleep. I sold my RE after 600 miles and wish I'd kept my last 650XT. I'll undoubtedly have another 650.
@TheTarotCardGuy9 күн бұрын
Ive heard a lot of new owners say the same thing, which was an additional reason i went with a used 2014 V-Strom 650 Adventure.
@gasdive8 күн бұрын
I've got a 650 XT and there's nothing I've seen that would make me switch. The 19/17 tubeless spoked wire wheels are pretty much perfect. I run Michelin's Anakee Road and the end result is a bike that can cover the potholed and patched roads at speed without bending the way the cast wheels do and I can confidently take on pretty much any made road until it turns to mud. The day before yesterday I came across a guy on a KTM 300 EXC who seemed quite surprised I was on that fire trail. He was going much much faster than me, but we were both out there enjoying it, but when I got back to the bitumen he was loading his bike into a trailer while I just rode away down the twisty road. Cpt 64/4 Trail, Lake Innes NSW 2446 if you want to look at it on maps.
@carlosvejar39387 күн бұрын
I love mine. 3,000 miles on her clock and she is as smooth as could be. Great bike
@JDeezle219 күн бұрын
I'm the phyco that would turn it into a trackday bike because why not ❤
@ProphetAndLoss3 күн бұрын
Mossy did that at Cadwell Park!
@hair20509 күн бұрын
I own a 2023 VStrom 650. Good bike, sublime engine. She is my everything, I don’t own a car. But soon I will, practically I can’t go on without one. Once I do I won’t ride my bike 🏍️ and that will be that. Sadly I will eventually sell it because collecting dust is sad.
@robertsartin4208 күн бұрын
Nice bike, a lot people get bogged down with techs and specs. It's not all about the horsepower, most of these bikes are more than adequate for most riders 👍
@gilanderson39239 күн бұрын
I would love for Suzuki to do a SM supermoto street-only version with sportier 17 inch wheels and tires.
@hanhtoobala75108 күн бұрын
What you're looking for is GSX-8S
@gilanderson39238 күн бұрын
@@hanhtoobala7510 The GSX-8S isn't tall enough. I have a Honda VFR800 and BMW K1300S. I need something with more leg room and better long distance ergonomics, and it will hopefully never leave the pavement.
@urbanstrencan6 күн бұрын
They did a neat 3:42 job with it, easy to ride and daily usable
@MH-xd2nd9 күн бұрын
I think it’s not only better than the 800DE, considering the price and spec, I think it’s one of the best midrange bikes out there. At the moment with a bit of haggling you can snag one for under £9K with free panniers - that’s cheaper than some of the Chinese competition and several thousand cheaper than bikes like the Tiger 900 and BMW F800GS. The looks aren’t a bit different but it’s not awful and you don’t see that many around. Fit and finish looks better than most of the competitors.
@ZT-wz8yy9 күн бұрын
Can't believe manufacturers are not putting any effort in to design a decent screen! Once I mentioned the buffety screen as a negative point to a bmw salesman, he said no issues, just change screen. And i say i rather have the company to trial and error than me at £150 a go. Btw, I found the stock screen on the Transalp very good. Pretty important on a mile mounching bike...
@chrishart85489 күн бұрын
In the summer a smaller screen is much better for the nice air cooling you down. Did find the R1200GS adventure screen worked really well and I could still over it but it still stopped all the wind
@borilapostolov74749 күн бұрын
Hey there, from Sofia-Bulgaria, and thanks for the video. On my humble opinion it is the name VStrom that gets you at first. Let's not forget that This is the replacement of the 650! New era,hm😮? Two versions of the same bike as 650and 650xt. Test rode both versions and I find them very well designed in terms of rider 3angle. All that I wish to change for comfort on the 650 is here,just ready to use it.😊. Besides this one gives you more opportunity for upgrades. Bar end weights are biger but the same. The handlebar is bigger in the center as well. As for the windscreen it is wider, because you do not have the plastic hand protectors. Personally I would take the 21front because of off-road capabilities and I love to do some grass walk from time to time. Cheers!
@deanzaZZR5 күн бұрын
I enjoyed multiple day jaunts around California on the 1st gen DL650. I imagine this version is leaps and bounds better doing the same with more highway oomph, the quick shifter, traction control and upgraded suspension.
@TheWoodlandsRunner9 күн бұрын
With Triumph offering simple but standard cruise control on their 2025 660's, it appears that the other major manufacturers are caught flat footed on that point. Perhaps it will be broadly offered by 2026 models on these 700/800 cc bikes?
@Drzee19689 күн бұрын
Apparently not on the Tiger Sport 660 according to my local dealer today, which is bizarre
@MH-xd2nd9 күн бұрын
Get a car. I don’t need cruise and don’t care about it. More sh*t to go wrong!
@Knockelhead8 күн бұрын
@@Drzee1968 Prob in 2026
@markostano52229 күн бұрын
I rode the Strom 800RE and There are 2 things I really don't like...heat of the engine on the right side, and the engine sound...comfort is great, handling not so much fun like I expected...but I ride MT09
@exothermal.sprocket9 күн бұрын
17/21 wire wheel motorcycles aren't going to handle like a 17/17 machine, "tall-rounder" or naked bike. That's to be expected. But take the ADV into a dirt track environment the bigger wheels are welcome. There's videos of the 800DE fitted with big knobby tires ripping up the side of mountains.
@CPUspeed9 күн бұрын
Yes the street models, you know where most everyone rides, get little press or attention. The suzuki vstrom 800 and 1050 are wonderful all around bikes. If you dont need a 21' inch wheel then why bother, you can still go off road in emergencies etc.
@CaffeinatedCruiser9 күн бұрын
As a brand new owner of a 09 strom 650 I find this bike appalling to look at but really want one lol
@Muilkorfje-NL9 күн бұрын
Love the bike, and would have bought it if it had a little more punch in the bottom. For that reason alone I prefer the 1050. But for the rest, it's awesome and relaxed to ride
@chrishart85489 күн бұрын
I don't think you ever find enough punch in the bottom from an 800cc. It's already tuned for low end. Have you ever ridden any of the BmW f800 bikes ?
@exothermal.sprocket9 күн бұрын
The 1050 has an extra 261cc worth of punch. That's what he's referring to.
@Muilkorfje-NL6 күн бұрын
@@exothermal.sprocket Indeed. And my old SV650 had more than enough punch. So the rumour about the 800 not being a real V(strom) is true. But still, it's a great bike.
@exothermal.sprocket6 күн бұрын
@@Muilkorfje-NL Not real in what way? Suzuki redefined naming convention because they have the right to do so. It's not about engine cylinders anymore, it's about "V"ersatility. As a package, the 800 is the most advanced and clean-sheet V-Strom to date.
@Muilkorfje-NL6 күн бұрын
@@exothermal.sprocket You know what I mean. :P And don't get me wrong. I love the 800. It's smooth as silk.
@martinbrown42147 күн бұрын
Agree with you about the screen , I have one in same colour, bufferting is quite bad .
@tomryner58308 күн бұрын
Question Motobob Since I want to buy a tourer and will often have a pillion rider… is it an ok bike for two people on longer journeys? To buy a Tiger 1200 just for the sake of gadgetry and seating is financially stupid (for me) seeing the bike will also be used by me around town on an almost daily basis most months of the year. The 1200 is a bit to cumbersome and heavy in my ho. It is a sweet bike but to much. And I’m not getting any younger. (53) So pillion rider and shocks… could the RE be the bike for me?
@arnoldtm319 күн бұрын
Should've added cruise control. Massive waste of opportunity.
@alm41329 күн бұрын
Aftermarket is solving that as we type.....
@MH-xd2nd9 күн бұрын
…and many riders couldn’t care less about it
@exothermal.sprocket9 күн бұрын
Veridian cruise is a plug-and-play unit that requires minimal setup skill.
@williamrae99548 күн бұрын
Like a stuck record...
@exothermal.sprocket8 күн бұрын
Cruise detractors are like a stuck record. Guess who Suzuki will pay attention to, those who become vocal about their would-be purchase, or those Luddites who like cramped throttle arms?
@louhmx11369 күн бұрын
Color of primer? Need brighter for safety.
@marcolai53704 күн бұрын
I am considering this 800RE vs. Tiger850 Sport and wondering how good in terms of comfort as compared to Tiger. Tested both Tiger 850 and 900 and still waiting for this 800RE to be landed in my country 😢 before I pull the trigger. By the way rumors of the new Triumph Tiger800 is launching soon, things just get more exciting now 🎉
@craigbutler33782 күн бұрын
I'm so glad I started riding in the 1980s. More choice of better looking bikes from the 60s, 70s and obviously the 80s. Nearly all new bikes are leaving me cold in the looks department.
@KanedaMGM9 күн бұрын
A clip-on to the windshield solved the problem for me.
@903lew8 күн бұрын
Had a great test of the 800RE earlier in summer and while the bike was really nice (I mean really nice, quite perfect for my needs) the lack of cruise control was a bit odd and my right leg was absolutely roasted after less than an hours riding. I guess my knees bend at just the right (or wrong) angle for this bike. Shame really, I hope Suzuki will sell loads of these.
@arnohag18 күн бұрын
I found I prefer the re over the de. To be fair most vstroms are riden on black top. Had the others but prefer the 800re. If I'm riding narly stuff I'll ride the drz400.
@petersymons78178 күн бұрын
I like your choice
@Checkpat8 күн бұрын
This road version should had come with cruise control on standart
@deanwelsh57029 күн бұрын
The 800de was a missed opportunity by Suzuki.
@jonomasonILoveU9 күн бұрын
What kind of pipes are available for this bike?. The stoke pipe looks heavy and huge and a little bit ug!. I love kTm😁.
@mickleblade9 күн бұрын
There's complaints online about bar vibrations at 85mph, your right foot getting hot in the summer and the headlights are shite, a solid block of light but no spread and you lose the road on bends. I need a test ride in the spring but it needs to include a quick blast on the motorway.
@BillCook629 күн бұрын
Call me pedantic but why are they still calling it a V-strom when it no longer has the V engine?
@alm41329 күн бұрын
They are saying the V stands for versatility......
@borilapostolov74749 күн бұрын
DE for dual explorer ,RE for road explorer. And the VStrom is the name that points your kind attention to this new bike
@exothermal.sprocket9 күн бұрын
V was used years ago to denote the engine. Suzuki later changed that denotation to refer to "versatility". They have the right to do that, they invented it in the first place. Changing model nomenclature in documentation, part numbers, engine codes, patents, and all the rest is a massive waste of time when you can simply redefine the denotation.
@sankalpgupta61409 күн бұрын
Why haven't they launched it worldwide?
@weebcfelus55889 күн бұрын
I'm considering buying this one or f800 GS. Which one is better in your opinion?
@sharathkumar2229 күн бұрын
BMW
@MH-xd2nd9 күн бұрын
A fully spec’ed F800GS is about £12K - 33% more than this bike plus in the UK at least, pannier are free at the moment. For that you get ESA on the rear, heated grips, a centre stand, tyre pressure monitoring, cruise control and a GPS mount. However the brakes are quite weak, the stock screen hardly exists and pannier are £700 extra. I don’t need any of that but you might. Weight and engine profile are similar the but the Suzuki is better made and far less vibey than the rattly Loncin engine. If range is a consideration the Suzuki’s tank is 33% bigger and fuel economy is about the same. That being said I’m not sure how well the F800GS is doing as there are plenty of nearly new bikes around in UK dealers at £9K-10K not shifting so you may be able the bargain the BMW down a bit.
@ThePalmatron9 күн бұрын
Suzuki all day...
@gasdive8 күн бұрын
Suzuki has the reliability. The GS is a more refined package. When it's 3 days walk to the nearest cellular coverage, I prefer reliability.
@nrschannel70888 күн бұрын
same here, still cant decide between these two....
@GabenHood9 күн бұрын
What helmets that brother?
@AdamForeman8 күн бұрын
Why do bike clothing manufacturers always make black clothes? It's such a bad colour to wear during the night or in poor lighting conditions. As a motorcyclist, you always should be visible to other road users and colour/reflective clothing is key to help other road users see you or help you stand out. Same thing goes for bike colours. Black bikes look awesome, but I personally think it makes you more of a potential hazard. Maybe you can do a video on clothing that's brighter and more fashionable
@ragerider62839 күн бұрын
Interesting review. It's a nice functional bike for a decent price etc but it's just not sexy or very desirable imo. It won't let you down & that engine's great but it at least needed some better colours.
@chrishart85489 күн бұрын
I like the yellow and blue 800de
@ragerider62839 күн бұрын
@@chrishart8548 Agreed, but I was referring to this one, the RE version. ; )
@chrishart85489 күн бұрын
@ragerider6283 the RE colour options are awful. Maybe better colours in the future to make the bike desirable over the earlier bikes
@ragerider62839 күн бұрын
@@chrishart8548 Agreed. It's like Suzuki picked bland colours on purpose so make sure it didn't stand out compared to the DE.
@brianj65139 күн бұрын
I'm slightly confused, other reviewers have commented on excess high rpm vibes. Did something change on the RE?
@ewganhoff9 күн бұрын
I saw a review where the tester said the DE was way more vibey than the 8S. He concluded it was probably something to do with the extra frame rails under the engine on the DE, which this RE doesn't have.
@brianj65139 күн бұрын
@@ewganhoff Ah very interesting, thank you for sharing that!
@soggywuffles8829 күн бұрын
My 8R was pretty vibey for the first couple hundred miles into its break in. I’ve got about 1500 miles on it now and it has mostly disappeared.
@exothermal.sprocket9 күн бұрын
Differences in environmental conditions, most likely. Two things cause engine vibration: lean fueling, and mechanical instability inherent to the moving parts. If you've designed the moving parts to be mostly and nearly smooth, then the vibration is coming from lean fueling. Some places have atmospheric conditions that affect the fueling in a way that increases or reduces the lean fuel buzz. Or just get an ECU flash and eliminate the buzz, excess heat, etc.
@hankwojo2 күн бұрын
Took one for a test ride and took it home . . .
@thodoris37909 күн бұрын
For 2025 is coming in an awesome grey
@williamrae99548 күн бұрын
Communist grey...on the downhill to 2030
@joeln68619 күн бұрын
The US website doesn't list the Vstrom 800RE, just as a Vstrom 800. Is it the same?
@exothermal.sprocket9 күн бұрын
Yes, same model. Elsewhere in the world it's either 800DE or 800RE. For USA markets the 800RE is simply "800."
@siwynjones3 күн бұрын
@@exothermal.sprocketIt’s the 800SE in Europe.
@exothermal.sprocket3 күн бұрын
I've seen it said RE: road edition, DE: dirt edition I just checked the Suzuki UK website and there's DE and RE versions.
@siwynjones3 күн бұрын
@@exothermal.sprocket I know. I’m talking about mainland Europe, where the RE is known as the SE.
@exothermal.sprocket3 күн бұрын
@@siwynjones Which countries? I live in the US.
@RAF238thCdr846 күн бұрын
They're not Vstroms anymore they're Pstroms now...
@morganmartin92869 күн бұрын
How does It compare with its bigger brother the 1050 ?
@20cent7 күн бұрын
Nothing pisses me off more than a vlogger/reviewers constantly waving their left hand while riding.
@donzimmerman58299 күн бұрын
Software and cruise are where Suzuki falls short. Windscreen is definitely a miss.
@exothermal.sprocket9 күн бұрын
Veridian offers an aftermarket plugin for cruise. Windscreens are a dime a dozen.
@JasonB-i9e9 күн бұрын
Being Road wheels I would guess they are tubeless ? 😊
@simonroberts84699 күн бұрын
Yes
@exothermal.sprocket9 күн бұрын
Yes they are. Less heavy than spoked wheels, also less heavy without tubes. Couple that with 19" instead of 21" and the handling is very much lightened up.
@thamil13659 күн бұрын
Just get the Dirt Edition and have a bike that can do both, this RE is just plain stupid, it would be interesting to know what the price difference is
@siwynjones3 күн бұрын
More stupid than buying a dirt bike and never going on the dirt?
@BlazinBlades9 күн бұрын
No such thing as a “free” quickshifter…it’s all in the price 😂
@grtbgf9 күн бұрын
yep lol
@exothermal.sprocket9 күн бұрын
Unless your name is KTM.
@Kelly-oq9nh8 күн бұрын
Stop with the KW’s ! It’s horsepower man!
@stevenbatley86669 күн бұрын
Great bike,only so boaring!
@greenambles8 күн бұрын
I hate Suzukis…apart from the SV I learnt on which a subtle blend of vintage top loader washing machine and bucking bronco….I don’t doubt this “vstrom” hugely capable but the name sounds as pretty as the bike, as in not at all… ”vstrom” sounds like the name of a chemical hair dye for men going grey (that started for me over 10 years ago!) and coincidentally, this market sector exactly who this Bike is meant to appeal to BUT! For me there is nothing that should be practical about a motorbike…for example, by the time I’ve put on the layers of protective clothing I feel compelled to wear before mounting my steed, I could’ve got to my destination much sooner in a car! Whilst out and about on my bike, I labour under the illusion that all and sundry marvelling at how cool I look when in actual fact it’s only the occasional helmet nod from a fellow delusional that acknowledges my presence. However. I absolutely love it and everything associated with it.. this morning I am in possession of a monstrous hangover for example having had a wonderful evening with friends last night that spiralled sideways like a biker following his Calimoto app. And here I am. In the kitchen making coffee for my wife and I and as always absolutely loving your superb content Rob….. thank you so much mate. I followed you from when you were a fellow Street Twin rider (only missing the earlier Kwak times) and the podcast and KZbin channel have sustained me with happiness more than you can imagine. The success you now have from your hard graft incredibly well earned. Thank you.
@paulherbert15509 күн бұрын
Looks bland in those colour's.would look better in the same colour's as the gsx8s
@alphajed77009 күн бұрын
No offence, but I feel something strange on your voice.
@EJK19658 күн бұрын
Has it been designed by AI? Looks as generic as (almost) all the other mid life crisis bikes to me. Is motorcycling dying?
@justlucky139 күн бұрын
no thanks not for me
@BrianSmith-ql5nj9 күн бұрын
Ugly bike but good reviews
@Omar_k49 күн бұрын
I used to have a V-strom 650, fot ten years but now.... what a ugly front...
@exothermal.sprocket9 күн бұрын
Name one ADV motorcycle that is "pretty."
@Omar_k48 күн бұрын
@@exothermal.sprocket pretty... But not so ugly? For example : Tiger 800 Guzzi t85 Morini Gran passo.
@joeschmoe13013 күн бұрын
Looks way too bland!! 😢😢
@KeepitReal-x6g9 күн бұрын
test rode it, what a great bike, IF ONLY THEY PUT CRUISE CONTROL ON IT Also the exhaust is hideous.
@GIGABACHI9 күн бұрын
Give it a 17" front wheel like the GSX-S1000GX to spoon on modern sport tyres and then I'll look at it. Ride by Wire but no standard Cruise Control . . . yeah, no, thank you. Cheap bastids. Keep your fugly bike, Suzuki.😒👎
@williamrae99548 күн бұрын
Aftermarket hubs,C/C available Tight Wad...splash da £££
@glowingbunny58659 күн бұрын
As ever, just love the MotoB reviews but…jeez surely this is the two wheeled version of a Nissan Qashqai and about as exciting? I’d rather walk…🚷