SUZUKI DL1000 V-Strom 1000 (2003-2004) Specs, Performance & Photos

Suzuki V-Strom’s history started in 2002 when they released the DL1000 model, a dual-sport motorcycle with a 996cc engine initially designed for the Suzuki TL 1000 S and TL 1000 R. 2003 was the second year of the V-Strom 1000, which received a bunch of updates. The fully adjustable front fork was a big update for the 2002 V-Strom. The 2003 bike got some other updates such as a new seat cover material, increased alternator output from 350 to 400 watts, and a new clutch slave cylinder dust cover.

In 2004, Suzuki released a new model of the V-Strom 1000 with updates and redesigned parts. The redesigned elements included a new design for the hand guards, a new underbelly pan that gives better ground clearance, and an adjustable windshield with a 50 mm travel.

Tech-wise, the model got an ECU upgrade from 16-bit to 32-bit, new turn signals, a revised dashboard with redesigned and larger gauges with a new LCD, and revised mirrors.

The 2004 Suzuki V-Storm 1000 has the same 996cc four-stroke V-Twin liquid-cooled engine as the previous models, fitted with a six-speed manual transmission. The numbers produced by the power of the engine were 98 hp at 7,400 rpm and 100 Nm (75 lb-ft) of torque at 6,400 rpm.

The frame, suspension, and brakes remained unchanged.