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2011 MSRP: $8,099 If you re looking for adventure, the V-Strom 650 ABS is the machine to help you find it. The 650cc V-twin is a favorite of motorcycle journalists. It combines versatile performance with exciting middleweight agility an ideal combination of lightweight agility and crisp handling. The V-Strom 650 ABS invites you to carve up canyon roads or ride the open highway in all-day comfort. It s also available with the added safety and piece of mind of Suzuki s Antilock Braking System (ABS). What really sets the V-Strom apart from other street bikes, of course, is its unmatched versatility. Its lightweight, agile handling inspires confidence, while its smooth suspension front and rear performs exceptionally well in almost any situation. In addition, it has an extra-large fuel tank for extended riding. It s equally at home around town, thanks to its low seat height, light weight and overall crisp handling. The V-Strom s V-twin engine also adds excitement to every ride, offering a wide powerband and strong acceleration in every gear. It s time to get in on the adventure with the 2011 Suzuki V-Strom 650. White 2
Top 10 features Antilock Brake System (ABS*) monitors brake lever input and wheel speed, and matches stopping power to available traction a safety feature that provides the V-Strom 650 ABS with class-leading braking performance. Dual front disc brakes with large 310mm rotors and twin-piston calipers, plus single-disc rear brake with 260mm rotor and single-piston caliper provide unparalleled stopping power. 645cc, 90 degree V-twin, DOHC, eight-valve, liquid-cooled engine produces class-leading power with ample torque and horsepower for unrivaled performance on the road. Dual-spark heads provide improved combustion and reduced emissions. Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve (SDTV) electronic fuel injection maintains optimum air velocity in the intake tract for smooth low-to-mid rpm throttle response. This class-leading performance technology was developed through Suzuki s championship-winning racing teams, and provides the V-Strom 650 ABS with better performance, reliability and fuel efficiency. A smooth-shifting 6-speed transmission with cable operated clutch gives the V-Strom 650 ABS class-leading acceleration, performance and versatility on a wide variety of road conditions. Large 5.8 gallon fuel tank, along with the V-Strom 650 ABS s efficient Suzuki fuel-injected powerplant producing an incredible 51-MPG fuel economy, provides ample fuel for extended range riding and touring. High-mounted stainless steel exhaust system with aluminum muffler is tuned to enhance engine torque and low-to-midrange performance for versatility on the road. Slim and compact front fairing includes large multi-reflector 60/55W headlights and a height-adjustable windshield for maximum wind protection and rider comfort, especially on longer rides and touring. A preload-adjustable 43mm front fork and link-type rear suspension with adjustable single shock and knob-operated hydraulic preload adjuster provides a comfortable ride over difficult riding conditions. Aluminum twin spar frame and aluminum swingarm are compact and rigid. The aluminum frame and swingarm are lightweight, yet strong, to provide rugged performance on a variety of road conditions. Large rear luggage rack with rubber-padded platform helps keep bags and luggage in place, adding to the V-Strom 650 ABS s extended-range touring capabilities. *ABS is a supplemental device for brake operation, not a device for shortening stopping distance. Always remember to reduce speed sufficiently before approaching curves and corners. 3
suzuki edge Model Name: 2011 Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Suzuki Edge 2010 Honda NT700V 2011 Kawasaki KLR 650 MSRP: $8,099 The V-Strom 650 ABS offers a complete adventure touring package boasting more classleading $9,999 performance features like ABS brake system, Suzuki fuel injection and a 6-speed transmission than the competition at an incredible value. The V-Strom 650 ABS is priced $1900 less than the Honda NT700V. Chassis Brakes Front: Brakes Rear: Curb Weight: Final Drive: Fuel Tank Capacity: Overall Length: Disc brake, twin, 310mm rotors, twin-piston calipers Disc brake, 260mm rotor, single-piston caliper 220 kg (485 lbs) Chain, DID525V8, 118 links 22.0 L (5.8 US gallons) 90.2 in. Twin disc brakes with large 310mm rotors and twin-piston calipers deliver unrivaled braking performance and handling. The 310mm rotors are larger than those on the Honda NT700V and the V-Strom 650 ABS s twin disc brake design offers superior performance and stopping power than single disc designs like the Kawasaki KLR 650. The V-Strom 650 ABS s powerful 260mm rear disc brake is 20mm larger than the 2011 Kawasaki KLR s rear disc brake, offering unrivaled stopping power and reliable performance. The V-Strom 650 ABS offers a complete adventure touring package at a class-leading curb weight that is 77 lbs lighter than the 2010 Honda NT700V, making it more easily maneuverable over rough road conditions, and producing a better power-to-weight ratio for unrivaled performance. The V-Strom 650 ABS s lightweight aluminum chassis is also substantially lighter than steel-frame bikes like the Kawasaki KLR 650, producing a light, maneuverable ride without compromising durability and rigid strength. A traditional, high-quality lightweight D.I.D. brand 118-link chain drive provides the V-Strom 650 ABS with strong, reliable performance, compared to shaft-driven competition like the Honda NT700V. The V-Strom 650 ABS s large 5.8-gallon fuel tank is over half a gallon larger than the Honda NT700V, and along with the V-Strom 650 ABS s class-leading 51-MPG fuel economy, gives the V-Strom 650 ABS excellent extended range riding capabilities for long adventure trips. The V-Strom 650 ABS has less overall length than the Kawasaki KLR 650, yet has a longer wheelbase. This gives the V-Strom 650 ABS class-leading maneuverability and handling. Dual disc brake, 296mm rotors Single disc 562 lbs. Shaft 5.2 gallons N/A $6,149 Single disc, twin-piston caliper Single 240mm disc, single-piston caliper 432 lbs. Chain 5.8 gallons 90.4 in. Overall Width: 33.1 in. The V-Strom 650 ABS remains narrow and maneuverable with a 33.1-inch overall width that is over 4.5 inches narrower than the Kawasaki KLR 650. N/A 37.8 in. Wheelbase: 61.2 in. A long 61.2-inch wheelbase gives the V-Strom 650 ABS unrivaled stability, especially over difficult road conditions. Its wheelbase is nearly 3 inches longer than the Honda NT700V and Kawasaki KLR 650 s wheelbase. 58.1 in. 58.3 in. Seat Height: 32.3 in. The V-Strom 650 ABS features an optimal 32.3-inch seat height that is 2.5 inches lower than the Kawasaki KLR 650, offering a comfortable ride for a wide variety of rider sizes while keeping excellent ground clearance and maneuverability. 31.7 in. 35.0 in. Suspension Front: 43mm telescopic, coil spring, oil damped, preload adjustable The V-Strom 650 ABS features a class-leading 43mm telescopic front suspension with preload adjustability that offers unparalleled performance and stability on a variety of road conditions. The V-Strom 650 ABS s front forks are 2mm larger than the Honda NT700V and Kawasaki KLR 650. 41mm telescopic fork 41mm telescopic Suspension Rear: Link type, coil spring, oil damped, adjustable rebound damping, preload adjustable An adjustable link-type rear shock with adjustable rebound damping provides the V-Strom 650 ABS with better stability and consistent performance on a variety of road conditions, compared to the competition. The V-Strom 650 ABS features a knob-operated hydraulic preload adjuster for convenient, easy adjustment. Single shock Single shock, adjustable Tires Front: 110/80R19 M/C 59H, tubeless A high-quality 110/80R 19 front tire gives the V-Strom 650 ABS unrivaled performance and traction over a variety of road conditions, particularly on the highway, compared to the competition. The tire is bigger than the Honda NT700V s front tire, giving the V-Strom better handling and maneuverability over difficult road conditions. 120/70 ZR17 90/90/21 4
suzuki edge Model Name: 2011 Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Suzuki Edge 2010 Honda NT700V 2011 Kawasaki KLR 650 Tires Rear: 150/70R17 M/C 69H, tubeless A high-quality 150/70R 17 rear tire gives the V-Strom 650 ABS unrivaled performance and traction over a variety of road conditions, particularly on the highway, compared to the competition. 150/70 ZR17 130/80/17 Transmission: 6-speed constant mesh A 6-speed constant mesh transmission features optimal gear ratios for versatile performance on a wide variety of road conditions. You won t find a full 6-speed transmission on the Honda NT700V or Kawasaki KLR 650. 5-speed 5-speed ENGINE Bore Stroke: 81.0mm x 62.6mm The V-Strom 650 ABS features optimal bore/stroke dimensions to maximize torque and horsepower, providing powerful and versatile performance. 81mm x 66mm 100mm x 83mm Compression Ratio: 11.5:1 The V-Strom 650 ABS boasts the highest compression ratio in its class, producing better torque than the competition, resulting in unrivaled power, performance, reliability and fuel efficiency. 10.0:1 9.8:1 Engine: 645cc, 4-stroke, 8-valve, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 90 V-twin The V-Strom 650 ABS s class-leading 645cc liquid-cooled, 8-valve 90 V-twin 4-stroke powerplant produces abundant torque and horsepower for strong, reliable performance and power in a wide variety of riding conditions. Its V-twin engine is more efficient, reliable and quiet than the competition with single-cylinder engines, like the Kawasaki KLR 650. 680cc liquid-cooled 52 degrees V-twin 651cc Four-stroke, DOHC, single cylinder, liquid-cooled Fuel System: Suzuki Fuel Injection The V-Strom 650 ABS boasts the class-leading Suzuki fuel injection system, a highquality performance feature exclusive to Suzuki that maintains smooth low-to-mid RPM throttle response and improves fuel efficiency. You won t find fuel injection on the Kawasaki KLR 650. Fuel injection 40mm carburetor Warranty: 12 Month Unlimited Mileage Limited Warranty The V-Strom 650 ABS features an industry-leading 12 month unlimited mileage limited warranty with extended protection plans available from Suzuki Extended Protection (SEP). 1 year limited warranty 1 year limited warranty 5