Suzuki V Strom 650 XT 2020 - review
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- Опубликовано: 7 сен 2024
- 1,000 mile review of my Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT 2020 model.
Filmed at Kielder Forest having just ridden the Kielder Forest Drive road.
Bike: Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT (2020)
Cameras: GoPro hero 3 / iPhone 5SE
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I have the same experience with my Suze. A simple bike, but confortable and reliable. A simple tool to enjoy riding withing spending much money. It leads you everywhere.
christophe martin here here. Safe riding ✊
One of the best reviews of the DL650. Had a white '17 and traded it for a Z900RS., so my brother could ride with me. He likes 4 bangers. I missed the DL so much, I bought a '22 650 Adventure. These bikes are so much fun. I agree with you on the styling. These are cool looking machines. Sitting next to the RS, I like it as well or more. Sad Suzuki will be replacing it. Heard of a Gen 1 with over 300k miles. Amazing!
Two years and 45 000 km on lu yellow one
Just à fantastic bike.....really à delicious ride and the best bike i bought.....I will ride forever on v stroms.....yes yes that s true
Here's hoping they don't discontinue them any time soon. What a great bike.
Spot on review 👍
I got one, full option.
I’m not the youngest driver, and this bike does it all for me.
The handling is very good, and a little forgiving, the engine has sufficient power, without being scary. ( it can do a wheelie )
It follows the traffic on the highway, and can be driven on a dirt road.
Off road it’s too heavy, and you will be more happy with a 250 cross/off road bike.
I’m a tall driver, and will need the footpecks down a little, when ever I find a strong solution.
Otherwise I’m very happy with the bike.
Thanks Mit!
Yeah it really does it all doesn’t it? I don’t need a jet fighter anymore and this does the job. ✊
You can get a switch and install it to turn off the ABS or pull an ABS fuse out from under the seat. Takes a minute to pull the fuse. 👍 Nice points and review. Have fun. 👍
Good to know. Thanks for the comment!
Don’t forget to throw it away. We all just need to learn how to brake properly.
So if I take out the abs fuse nothing else is affected?!
@@coconuciferanuts339 the testers all do it when off road.
True the engine is not super powerful but for us people that tour with it, its bulletproof. It won't breakdown on you in the middle of nowhere. I have the 2015 version and love it.
Brad Evans fully agree! I think they are rather underrated in the market.
@@TheArcticRider And when this one is done, I would buy another! It really is a great bike for the price.
The power comments make me raise an eyebrow. Riding 2 up with fulled packed side bags and top box… I have no issue passing a car and hitting 95 mph. Weeee. LOL. I am sure there are bike that get to 95 faster, but never had an issue passing at speed. Enjoy!
Thanks. A good review and my delivery happens today, Yes.
Thank you! Happy riding when yours arrives! What colour did you go for?
@@TheArcticRider it is a silver grey and not a scratch 20,000 mile and no corrosion , ride it tomorrow.
@@bobvincent5921 sounds great! Ride safe sir 👍
"Very Good - review" i almost 25.000km ride in korea n around japan.
It,s a good engine n design!
hello from koaea...
Excellent review, thank you! I have the 2021 VStrom 650 XT and ride 2 up most of the time. Never any issue with power or reliability. Really live this bike. Have also done some light off road action 2 up. It just works. Wife and I have put just over 3,500 miles on it, and ready for many more miles! Ride safe..
Excellent. They are fantastic bikes aren’t they. How does your pillion find the rear seat, comfy enough?
@@TheArcticRider Comfy enough is a good way to put it. I added a top box and… added mini boards to replace the passenger foot pegs. 😃 The seat at the moment is the weak piece. We have traveled just over 300 miles in a day. That was pushing it for some sore rears. 150-200 miles in a day is much better on the butts.
Have been looking into Corbin custom seats but the price is a bit steep. All in all, pretty comfy.
Wow. You are a great quick talker. I am very impressed. Great report about your V-Strom. I own the same bike in red (2019).
The best bike I've ever had. Maybe it has something to do with my advancing age.
I'm 64 now and have ridden about 30 different bike models in my life. Now I feel like I found what I was looking for all the time.
Thanks for the kind words! Yes it’s a lovely bike it’s it, so easy to ride. I did 1600 miles around Scotland last summer over a few days and it was a dream to ride.
30 different bikes is impressive. What’s 2nd in the list after the V?
@@TheArcticRider The second bike was the Aprilia Mana GT 850. I think it is one of the most underrated motorcycles. Enough power and in fact of the automatic transmission very easy to ride. I guess very similar to the electric motorbikes, which nearly every one is impressed after riding one. (not only due the big torque)
Good vid mate.I've got the '17xt.The beak & side panels changed slightly with the'20 model.But from when they 1st came out in 2004 they haven't really changed that much.
Thanks. I agree, they kept it simple for all these years and I think that’s why it’s been so successful. Don’t fix what isn’t broken!
I test rode this bike on Saturday, really liked it. I'm 5'7 so was a bit tip toes. I ride an old z750s and would like a change. I was surprised by how instant the engine is low down. Its very comfortable, going to wait til winter to see what deals I can get... And hello from Northampton !
Great stuff. Yeah I got a great deal on mine last January so fingers crossed you do as well. Which colour are you thinking of getting?
@@TheArcticRider I like the white colour. The dealer told me that although the xt looks nice, the wheels are difficult to clean. I won't be doing any hard off road so the cast wheels will be fine. The non xt is also cheaper.
Good review👍.... I think you've picked the perfect bike for doing more of your adventures on, look forward to seeing them once you can get away from this covid problem, take care and enjoy your new stead👌🍻🍺
yorkshire Tink thank you sir. Yes here’s hoping next year might be more feasible 🤞
Looking forward and hoping to follow your adventures in Russia. Best of luck with your new bike
Thanks for the support!! 👍
Try sticking it on the stand and banging into second gear for 10 seconds and your abs should switch of and engine light will switch on. Stick it into 1st and rev it for 5 seconds and the light should switch off and abs will stay off while the bike is running... works for the older ones.
Or just pull the fuse?
have the same exact thing, same color, just the '19 model :) Hope you enjoy it as much as I do
Ahh great. Yes really enjoying it. Hope to enjoy it a lot more next year!
Picking up my BLUE one on thursday :D
Very nice. They look great in the Blue!
Jealous
Hey great review thanks for sharing! I was between this and the Tenere 700 but I think I’m going with the Suzuki because of the lower seat height and it’s a little less expensive than the Yamaha here in the US. Do you think the strom 650XT would be a good 2nd bike? I have my very first one ktm 390 adventure but want something slightly more powerful w/o being too big and heavy like an Africa twin..
The Tenere 700 is a lovely bike and if you're planning to do more off-roading its a better bet. The VStrom is great if you want to do a bit of everything. Its got plenty of power, even riding fully loaded. If you already have the 390 adventure, I think this would complement it well and give you a better 'on-road' option without breaking the bank. I hope that helps and thanks for the kind words! review of the VStrom 1050XT coming later this year.
Can't wait to get one, I only have to sell my current ride. I wonder if Suzuki will update small V-Strom in the near future.
A 700 version is expected to come out in 2022 probably.
Very nice and honest rewiev of your bike....hope to see you doing many happy miles with it....ride safe mate.✌
Andi Kuehni thank you sir! I hope after this madness I get the chase to bring it to the land of chocolate and mountains so we can catch up again!
Man, I bought the 2025 one. But I'm little disappointed with the seat after doing a small 200km ride with my wife - we came back to home with ours backs hurt. The pain passed after some hours but I'm little concerned. Is there any adjustment that I can do to improve the comfort?
Nice vid , how are the vibration during long rides ?
Thanks. I've had no issues with the vibes.. I mean its a twin so I'm not going pretend there are none, but no issues for me on long rides. I had the 1000 back in 2018 also and did a 680mile day and the vibes weren't an issue. I hope that helps.
The 1000 and the 650 are 16kg difference. But the 1000 has inverted fully adjustable forks, IMU lean angle ABS, ten port fuel injection, slipper clutch, powerful tokico double disk brakes, and a pissload more power (if you ever need it)! The price I paid for a new one year old model was less than a current year 650. The 1000 is a far superior machine.
Depends on your wants and needs. I much prefer the lower, simpler, lighter more frugal (greater fuel range) of the 650.
It has enough power for all duties and still makes the rider feel like he's part of the riding equation. Wee for me, no V. Cheers.
Where i live, the price was almost twice. As i had the money, i was looking at the 1000 too.
But i took the 650 because it was enough for me, and still is.
It has become my method of daily transportation. Small shopping, and most everything else.
It's not a racer, but I still get a thrill if I want.
Because of the situation, I never got to travel on the 650, but im sure it's reliabel enough, and it's fast enough for a comfortable ride on the highway, at least a full tank between stops.
Im a very tall rider, and wish for lower footpegs, but havent found a solution, that i find strong and reliable enough. Maybe i just do myself.
Adjustment of the frontbeam, and maybe harder rear springs, is other issues i address, but that has not really something to do with the bike itself, as that goes on any bike I ride.
I've never ridden a bike before, that had antispin.
I can say, i don't wana ride bikes without again.
Even on a icy road, it works perfectly.
Twice the bike walked sideways unexpected, and twice it was a relief, not having to scrape asphalt.
Hopefully, the bike forgives me like that, in the future too.
It's just a motorcycle, nothing more.
This one gives me a feeling, having gotten what i paid for. ;-)
What about economy.The new 1050 strom is heavier than 16 kg more than 650.
@@coconuciferanuts339 the new one is heavier because it comes standard with skid plate, crash bars etc. Things you would probably add anyways to either the 650 or 1000. Economy I get 23km/l on the highway and average about 18 in mixed (normal) everyday riding. It’s not great, but if I average 15,000km a year it’s about a thousand dollars a year in fuel. I can live with that because the reliability is so great nothing else except the basic service cost money.
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Maybe you can disable the abs by removing the fuse... I think it should be easy access... I never ride strom...I'm thinking of getting one maybe next year... What is your opinion on the engine vibration? Currently own Cb500x... The vibration is really noticeable at around 5k to 6k rpm... Kinda bothering me since that's my cruising speed... FYI the speed at the rpm is around 130 to 160 kmh
Kode Kun I’ve had no issue with vibes. I mean it’s a twin so it’s going to be a bit vibey compared to say an in-line-4. Cruising at those speeds I think you’ll be ok. I had a parallel twice 10 years ago and it was the same. I’d recommend a test ride on the VStrom for sure.
Hopefully no brake failure!
I have read that the ABS can be disabled, until the bike is shut off and restarted, if you get the rear tire off the ground and run it in 1st gear until the ABS error light comes on.
Hey Kode, with stock gearing your CB500X should be doing a GPS 100-120km/h @ 5000-6000rpm.
130-160kph? Sounds like it's geared to the moon and the little 500 won't pull that tall.
what jacket isthat?
Richa Cyclone Gore-tex. I don’t think they do that colour anymore though. It’s really comfy, and properly waterproof.
You might want to swerve Russia buddy.
Nice vid
Thanks. Yeah I recorded this before it all went a bit bonkers over there. Not sure I’ll be getting in anytime soon ☹️ Alaska next on the list in a few weeks time!
Cheaper in the terms of price As apposed to some other kid of cheaper then
Elephants Memory running costs, insurance, road tax... I guess 🙃
Your height??
Sumit Mandal 179cm. hope this helps.