Suzuki unveiled the 2017 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 and V-Strom 1000XT at Intermot 2016.

The new bits in the 2017 model are:

Newly adopted Motion Track Brake System.
Newly shaped wind screen with height and angle adjustments. Knuckle covers and engine under cowling now as standard equipment. Suzuki Easy Start System enabling to start the engine with only one-push of the starter button. Low RPM Assist to support clutch engaging and low rpm riding. A new design with an emphasized “beak” strongly associating with the DR-BIG. New tough bodywork by the concept of “Tough Gear”. Tapered handlebars standard for the V-Strom 1000XT. Fuel injection system working with an O2 feedback system and an intake pressure sensor for optimal combustion efficiency in diverse conditions, has now new settings to meet Euro 4 regulations while maintaining the engine performance.

The Suzuki patented throttle body integrated Idle Speed Control (ISC) has been carried on from the previous model contributing to easy cold starting, stable idling and lower emissions. Additionally, the new Low RPM assist system has been installed, freeing the rider from unexpected engine stalls. This system will automatically raise the idle speed when engaging the clutch or when riding at low rpms, preventing sudden engine stall.

Conventional starter switches needed to be pressed by the rider until the engine starts, whereas the new V-Strom 1000 ABS has adopted the Suzuki Easy Start System enabling the engine to start with one push of the button. A computerized ECM checks the status and disengages the starter motor immediately after start, enabling a secure and stress-free start-up.

The number of catalyzers in the exhaust system has been increased to two rather than the single type in the previous model. By positioning the two in a tandem configuration, it has achieved an effective level of emission control, and combined with an update to the air injection system, the engine is now Euro 4 standard without losing any of its performance.

With the same sizes, the V-Strom 1000XT has tubeless tire applicable wire-spoke wheels. The DID rims provide a soft and comfortable ride by absorbing the shock from the road surface.

The Champion Yellow No.2 (YU1) color option comes with golden-anodized rims, while other colors come with black-anodized items.

The Bosch ABS system has been upgraded to the “Motion Track Brake System” by installing a 5-Axis Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU), and by combining the information of the posture of the vehicle with the front and rear wheel speeds, have made it possible for the ABS to activate not only in a straight line but also when the vehicle is leaning to either side. This new sophisticated system instantly assesses the need of ABS appliance when the lever or pedal is operated by calculating the posture of the vehicle and wheel speeds. When judging the need of appliance, the ABS unit will decrease in braking pressure, and will continue to control the increase/decrease of the pressure at an advanced level according to the traction available. Also a new feature is the Combination Brake system which automatically applies pressure to the rear brake to stabilize the vehicle when the front brake pressure rises to a certain degree.

The windscreen design has also been changed to match the exterior design update. The new design has been decided through extensive wind-tunnel testing, and has succeeded in reducing the wind blast especially to the helmet area.

LCD display information and TC modes are switchable, and now also possible to reset the trip meter by operating the left handlebar switch.

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