What category is the 2021 Suzuki V-Strom 1050?

General information
Category	Super motard
Model	Suzuki V-Strom 1050
Year	2021

Engine and Transmission Specifications
Exhaust system	Black Yoshimura Hepta Force silencer
Greenhouse gases	92.6 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Fuel consumption	3.99 litres/100 km (25.1 km/l or 58.95 mpg)
Driveline	Wet multiplate
Transmission type	Chain (final drive)
Gearbox	6-speed
Cooling system	Liquid
Lubrication system	Wet sump
Ignition	Electronic ignition (Transistorized)
Fuel control	Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Fuel system	Injection
Valves per Cylinder	4
Bore x Stroke	100.0 x 66.0 mm (3.9 x 2.6 inches)
Compression	11.3:1
Torque	103.0 Nm (10.5 kgf-m or 76.0 ft.lbs) @ 4000 RPM
Power	100.0 HP (73.0 kW) @ 8000 RPM
Engine details	90-degree V-twin
Engine type	V2, four-stroke
Capacity:	1037.0 ccm (63.28 cubic inches)

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Rear brakes	Single disc. Nissin, 2-piston
Diameter	310 mm (12.2 inches)
Front brakes	Double disc. Tokico 4-piston calipers
Rear tire	150/70-R17
Front tire	110/80-R19
Rear Suspension	Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped
Front Suspension	Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Trail	109 mm (4.3 inches)
Rake (fork angle)	25.7°
Physical measures and capacities
Fuel capacity	20.00 litres (5.28 US gallons)
Wheelbase	1555 mm (61.2 inches)
Ground clearance	165 mm (6.5 inches)
Overall width	870 mm (34.3 inches)
Overall length	2265 mm (89.2 inches)
Overall height	1515 mm (59.6 inches)
Seat height	850 mm (33.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	236.0 kg (520.3 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Comments	Traction Control
Factory warranty	12 month unlimited mileage
Light	LED
Starter	Electric
Color options	Glass Sparkle Black/Solid Iron Gray

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

106 hp

Peak Power

3.5s

0-60 mph

Best For

Track30%

City55%

Cornering65%

Daily Riding70%

Touring90%

Passenger78%

Rider Profile

Best For	Best suited to riders with at least some prior motorcycling experience, as the tall seat height and substantial mass reward confident, deliberate handling.
Purpose	Designed primarily as a versatile adventure-touring machine that comfortably covers long highway miles while remaining capable on light gravel and dirt roads.
Rider Fit	Riders should be reasonably tall or comfortable with a 855mm seat height and the bike's adventure-bike heft when maneuvering at low speeds or off-road.
Character	A torquey V-twin adventure tourer that favors relaxed, confident cruising and long-distance stability over outright sportiness or razor-sharp agility.
Not Ideal For	Not the ideal choice for track-day enthusiasts or shorter riders seeking a light, nimble machine for tight urban commuting.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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2021 Suzuki V-Strom 1050 Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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At 850mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with tip-toe one foot on the 2021 Suzuki V-Strom 1050, with a relaxed knee angle of around 140 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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