First Look: 2017 Suzuki V-Strom 650 and 650XT

First Look: 2017 Suzuki V-Strom 650 and 650XT:


Suzuki summoned the usual suspects to Lake Arrowhead, California, to show off the latest updates to its excellent ADV bikes. That’s the new V-Strom 650XT in the lead photo, distinguishable from the base model 650 by its wire-spoke tubeless wheels, yellow paint, hand guards and lower engine cowl/modesty panel. An aesthetic overhaul now makes it barely distinguishable from the big V-Strom 1000; know the 650 by its silver engine cases and lack of SUZUKI on the sides of its plush seat.

2017 Suzuki V-Strom 650

And here’s your base model V-Strom 650, with new lighter cast wheels which mount the same 19-/17-inch rubber as the XT.

2017 Suzuki V-Strom 650XT

Suzuki says seat height is 32.9 inches, curb weight is 470 pounds (476 for the XT pictured).

2017 Suzuki V-Strom 650XT windshield

Cool new beak styling like the V-Strom 1000 brings vertically stacked headlights and a less wall-eyed, confused look. Four rubber nuts you can undo with your fingers give the bigger windshield three-position adjustability. The XT also gets hand guards, though not in this Suzuki-supplied photo.

2017 Suzuki V-Strom 650 instrument cluster

Now with traction control, just like big bro, and super easy to switch from level 1, 2 or Off. To the left just out of the picture, the 12-volt outlet that was optional is now standard equipment. The LCD panel is adjustable for brightness and includes a freeze warning in addition to lots of other info. ABS is now standard. No, you can’t switch it off.

2017 Suzuki V-Strom 650XT traction control

The TC system reports in on front and rear wheel speeds, throttle opening, engine speed, and the gear you’re in to adjust engine output and control wheelspin.

2017 Suzuki V-Strom 650 and SV650 engine cylinder head

Meanwhile in the engine bay, there’s more power courtesy of the SV650’s updated engine, with new camshafts and dual-plug cylinder heads. Suzuki’s Easy Start system lets you start the bike with a single jab of the starter button and no clutch if you’re in neutral.

2017 Suzuki V-Strom 650 low-friction piston

Resin-coated low-friction pistons in SCEM cylinders help boost output and longevity.

2017 Suzuki V-Strom 650 Dual Throttle Valve

Suzuki’s Dual Throttle Valve system has been around long enough to now work without a hitch. New, 10-hole long-nose fuel injectors in each 39mm throttle body are said to improve atomization for better efficiency and reduced fuel consumption. There’s also an imperceptible Low RPM Assist feature that automatically bumps rpm a bit to help beginners not stall the bike at take-off and in low-rev riding situations. Smart.

2017 Suzuki V-Strom 650 exhaust

A lighter new exhaust packing twin catalyzers and oxygen sensors is said to reduce weight, centralize mass, and free up room for luggage. Now we are CARB and Euro4 compliant.

2017 Suzuki V-Strom 650 tail rack

Then there’s this redesigned rack bringing up the rear, that’s flush with the seat for easy strapping of things. The new chassis also has integrated mount points for unified V-Strom luggage that’s supposed to be easy to clip on and off. We haven’t seen it yet.

All that in a package Suzuki says is 2.2 pounds lighter than the previous model, 2.0 lbs lighter for the XT. How much would you expect to pay? How about $8,799 for the base model in white, $9.299 for the XT in yellow or glossy black.

Stay tuned for our full review next week!

Specifications 2017 V-Strom 650 2017 V-Strom 650XT
MSRP $8,799 $9,299
Engine 645cc, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC 90 degree V-Twin 645cc, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC 90 degree V-Twin
Bore x Stroke 81.0 x 62.6 mm (3.2 x 2.5 in.) 81.0 x 62.6 mm (3.2 x 2.5 in.)
Compression Ratio 11.2: 1 11.2: 1
Fuel System Suzuki Fuel Injection, SDTV-equipped Suzuki Fuel Injection, SDTV-equipped
Starter Electric Electric
Lubrication Wet sump Wet sump
Transmission 6-speed, constant mesh 6-speed, constant mesh
Clutch Wet, multi-plate type Wet, multi-plate type
Suspension Front Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Suspension Rear Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped
Brakes Front Tokico 2-piston calipers, Disc, twin Tokico 2-piston calipers, Disc, twin
Brakes Rear Nissin, 1-piston, Disc single Nissin, 1-piston, Disc single
Tires Front Bridgestone BATTLAX, 110/80R19 M/C (59V) tubeless Bridgestone BATTLAX, 110/80R19 M/C (59V) tubeless
Tires Rear Bridgestone BATTLAX, 150/70R17 M/C (69), tubeless Bridgestone BATTLAX, 150/70R17 M/C (69), tubeless
Wheels Ten-spoke cast wheels Spoke-style wheels
Windscreen 3-way height-adjustable 3-way height-adjustable
Hand Guards Optional Accessory Standard
Lower Engine Cowl Optional Accessory Standard
Fuel Tank Capacity 20.0 L (5.3 US gallons) 20.0 L (5.3 US gallons)
Color Pearl Glacier White Champion Yellow & Pearl Glacier White
Ignition Electronic ignition (Transistorized) Electronic ignition (Transistorized)
Headlight 12V 65W (H9 high-beam) & 12V 55W (H7 low-beam) 12V 65W (H9 high-beam) & 12V 55W (H7 low-beam)
Tail light LED LED
Overall Length 2275 mm (89.6 in.) 2275 mm (89.6 in.)
Overall Width 839 mm (32.9 in.) 910 mm (35.8 in.)
Wheelbase 1560 mm (61.4 in.) 1560 mm (61.4 in.)
Ground Clearance 170 mm (6.7 in.) 170 mm (6.7 in.)
Seat Height 835 mm (32.9 in.) 835 mm (32.9 in.)
Curb Weight 213 kg (470 lbs.) 216 kg (476 lbs.)
Warranty 12-month, unlimited mileage, limited warranty 12-month, unlimited mileage, limited warranty
060217-2017-suzuki-v-strom-650-dl650al7_headlight 2017 Suzuki V-Strom 650 060217-2017-suzuki-v-strom-650-v-strom-650xt-dl650a_xal7_catalyzers 060217-2017-suzuki-v-strom-650-v-strom-650xt-dl650a_xal7_dcoutlet Meanwhile in the engine bay, there’s more power courtesy of the SV650’s updated engine, with new camshafts and dual-plug cylinder heads. Suzuki’s Easy Start system lets you start the bike with a single jab of the starter button and no clutch if you’re in neutral. Now with traction control, just like big bro, and super easy to switch from level 1, 2 or Off. To the left just out of the picture, the 12-volt outlet that was optional is now standard equipment. The LCD panel is adjustable for brightness and includes a freeze warning in addition to lots of other info. ABS is now standard. No, you can’t switch it off. A lighter new exhaust packing twin catalyzers and oxygen sensors is said to reduce weight, centralize mass, and free up room for luggage. Now we are CARB and Euro4 compliant. Resin-coated low-friction pistons in SCEM cylinders help boost output and longevity. Then there’s this redesigned rack bringing up the rear, that’s flush with the seat for easy strapping of things. The new chassis also has integrated mount points for unified V-Strom luggage that’s supposed to be easy to clip on and off. We haven’t seen it yet. 060217-2017-suzuki-v-strom-650-v-strom-650xt-dl650a_xal7_rearsuspension Suzuki’s Dual Throttle Valve system has been around long enough to now work without a hitch. The TC system reports in on front and rear wheel speeds, throttle opening, engine speed, and the gear you’re in to adjust engine output and control wheelspin. Cool new beak styling like the V-Strom 1000 brings vertically stacked headlights and a less wall-eyed, confused look. Four rubber nuts you can undo with your fingers give the bigger windshield three-position adjustability. The XT also gets hand guards, though not in this Suzuki-supplied photo. 060217-2017-suzuki-v-strom-650xt-dl650xal7_frontwheel_1 060217-2017-suzuki-v-strom-650xt-dl650xal7_knuckleguard Suzuki says seat height is 32.9 inches, curb weight is 470 pounds (476 for the XT pictured). 060217-2017-suzuki-v-strom-650xt-dl650xal7_yu1_top 060217-2017-suzuki-v-strom-650xt-left-profile M148

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