^{Sacramento, California. Reviewed on April 8, 2004. Motorcycle reviewed 2004 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 (DL1000) 5.0. 28 years of riding mostly Harleys and BMW twins. Sprinkling of Hondas. This DL1000 blows away every other bike I have ridden in my life with unsurpassed handling, reliability and comfort. I have ridden over 2000 miles in the few weeks Suzuki V-Strom 1000 with GT pack It starts with a touring pack for $699 that includes a tank protector, handguards, lower cowling, accessory bar and decals. The adventure pack ($1799) adds panniers and the voyager pack ($2599) adds a centre stand, large touring screen and dry roll bag.} 2012 Suzuki V-Strom 650 Adventure Review. In 2002, Suzuki introduced the V-Strom 1000 in a new motorcycle category, the Sport Enduro Tourer. Its running performance and packaging earned worldwide acclaim. In 2003, Suzuki released the V-Strom 650 targeting a wider range of users. This versatile model covers not only daily use such as commuting Since the Versys 1000 LT is the only one with standard saddlebags, we fitted factory accessory saddlebags to the FJ-09 and V-Strom 1000, and as-tested prices are $11,748 for the Yamaha, $12,799 Its only disadvantage is the arse-cramping cost. $300 a set, and they don't last nearly as long as a more streetish tire. SOLD to a new Stromtrooper! 2002 Suzuki DL1000 V-Strom, Dark Metallic Space Blue. 2015 Yamaha FJ-09, Magma Red. 2005 KLR685, Aztec Pink - Turd II.3, the ReReReTurdening. First Look: 2018 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 and 1000XT At the time, though, I think we were all excited about upcoming and more powerful - also larger and more expensive - ADV bikes from Ducati , KTM and BMW . ^{The V-Strom SE can be had for $13,499 CAD with a 12-month, unlimited-mileage warranty, in Red, Gray, Black or White. A reasonable price for the most part, and very reasonable if you consider that} .