SUZUKI DL1000 V-Strom 1000 SE Touring (2009-2010) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 2010, Suzuki released the V-Strom 1000 SE touring, and just like the name says, the bike was packed with features suitable for long hauls. Like its V-Strom 650 smaller sibling, the liter-class Suzuki adventure-touring machine received a special trim dedicated to those who want solid luggage-carrying capabilities for their bikes right from the start.

The V-Strom 1000 SE Touring retained the nifty features of the base model, including the bash plate, hand guards, vertically adjustable windscreen with a 50 mm range, the updated seat with softer padding, and the black-finished frame, swingarm, rear frame covers, and wheels.

2010 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 SE Touring came with color-matched side cases and a top case which, by installing an aftermarket pad, served as a very thick passenger backrest.

The power generator of the model was the same as its predecessor, with the 996cc V-Twin four-stroke liquid-cooled engine boasting 98 hp at 7,600 rpm and 100 Nm (74 lb-ft) of torque at 6,400 rpm and bolted to a six-speed manual transmission with a chain spinning the rear wheel.

The model featured adjustable suspension with 160 mm travel on the front and 163 mm travel on the rear, which softened the ride on the black cast aluminum wheels that were stopped by two 310 mm discs on the front and a 260 mm disc on the rear.