Suzuki V-Strom 1000 suspension setup and specs

Suzuki V-Strom 1000, 2002 to 2012: adjustable front preload, rear preload and rebound, 840 mm (33.1 in) seat height, 160 mm of front suspension travel, 207 kg (456 lb).

Model years covered: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 — these share the same suspension hardware. Figures as published by Suzuki.

2002–2012 Suzuki V-Strom 1000
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Suzuki V-Strom 1000

2002–2012 · adventure · 996 cc

Adjusters this bike has

Front preloadAdjustable
Rear preloadAdjustable
Rear reboundAdjustable

Suspension travel and hardware

Front suspension travel160 mm (6.3 in)
Rear suspension travel160 mm (6.3 in)
Fork diameter43 mm (1.7 in)

Cold tire pressure, manufacturer spec

Front, solo36 psi · 2.5 bar
Front, two up36 psi · 2.5 bar
Front tire110/80-19
Rear tire150/70-17

Weight, seat height and geometry

Wheelbase1535 mm (60.4 in)
Rake26.5°
Trail110 mm (4.3 in)
Seat height840 mm (33.1 in)
Weight207 kg (456 lb) dry
Front brakeDual discs, 2-piston calipers
Rear brakeSingle disc, 2-piston caliper

Other Suzuki V-Strom 1000 generations: 2014–2016 · 2017–2019

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