Adventure Motorcycles
2016Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Adventure
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The 2016 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Adventure is a versatile middleweight adventure tourer designed for riders seeking comfortable long-distance travel with light off-road capability. Its lightweight aluminum frame, manageable seat height, and 22-liter fuel capacity make it ideal for touring enthusiasts and adventure riders who value practicality over extreme performance. The V-Strom is renowned for its reliable engine, excellent ergonomics, and ability to handle mixed terrain with confidence.
- Capacity
- 1037.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 225.0 kg
- Seat height
- 865 mm
- Power
- 100.0 HP (73.0 kW) @ 8000 RPM
What’s new for the 2016 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Adventure
vs the 2015| Spec | 2015 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 996.0 ccm (60.78 cubic inches) | 1037.0 ccm (63.28 cubic inches) |
| Power | 106.0 HP (78.0 kW) | 100.0 HP (73.0 kW) @ 8000 RPM |
| Torque | — | 103.0 Nm (10.5 kgf-m or 76.0 ft.lbs) @ 4000 RPM |
| Wet weight | 252.0 kg (555.6 pounds) | 225.0 kg (496.0 pounds) |
| Seat height | 840 mm (33.1 inches) | 865 mm (34.1 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1535 mm (60.4 inches) | 1555 mm (61.2 inches) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily for long-distance touring and mixed on/off-road adventure riding rather than outright sport performance.
- Built for
- A torquey, easygoing V-twin adventure bike that rewards relaxed, all-day riding over aggressive track manners.
- Not ideal for
- Not ideal for riders seeking a lightweight, razor-sharp sportbike or a dedicated hardcore off-road enduro machine.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 1037.0 ccm
- Power
- 100.0 HP (73.0 kW) @ 8000 RPM
- Torque
- 103.0 Nm (10.5 kgf-m) @ 4000 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.4444 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 98.0 x 66.0 mm
- Compression
- 11.3:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Transistorized digital
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1555 mm
- Overall length
- 2285 mm
- Overall width
- 865 mm
- Seat height
- 865 mm
- Wet weight
- 225.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 22.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 165 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminum, twin-spar frame
- Front suspension
- Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
- Rear suspension
- Link type, coil spring, oil damped
- Front wheel travel
- 160 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 160 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 23.7°
- Trail
- 109 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 310 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 260 mm
- Front tyre
- 110/80-R19
- Rear tyre
- 150/70-R17
Other
- Color options
- Metallic Mystic Silver, Candy Daring Red, Metallic Matt Fibroin Grey
- Warranty
- 12
Specs last verified against published sources: .
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 996 cc | 996 cc | 996 cc | 996 cc | 1037 cc |
| Seat height | 840 mm | 840 mm | 840 mm | 840 mm | 865 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 22 L | 22 L | 22 L | 22 L | 22 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Adventure?
The 2016 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Adventure has a Capacity of 1037.0 ccm (63.28 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Adventure have?
The 2016 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Adventure has a Power of 100.0 HP (73.0 kW) @ 8000 RPM.
How many gears does the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Adventure have?
The 2016 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Adventure has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Adventure?
The 2016 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Adventure has a Torque of 103.0 Nm (10.5 kgf-m or 76.0 ft.lbs) @ 4000 RPM.
How much does the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Adventure weigh?
The 2016 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Adventure has a Wet weight of 225.0 kg (496.0 pounds).
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