Segment: Sport Touring
Production years: 2014, 2015
The 2015 Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Adventure was yet another trim offered by the bike maker for the base model. The 2015 Adventure package included two aluminum side cases and crash bars mounted on each side of the bike.
The adventure bike retains all characteristics of previous models with a slim front fairing designed for maximum wind protection and an adjustable touring windscreen. The front fender was designed with small plates that directed the airflow to the radiator for more efficient cooling. In 2012 Suzuki replaced the plastic body panels with new black resin panels that were more durable and visually better looking.
The 2015 Adventure engine was running smoother and quieter due to its 2012 updates of changing the cam profiles for a better low-mid range in power and torque and other internal changes that reduced the mechanical noise. The model had a high-mounted stainless steel exhaust system with an aluminum muffler tuned to enhance the engine performance.
Most of the chassis, including the frame, swingarm, brakes, and wheels, were carried over from the previous models. The 19-inches front and 17-inches rear wheels were made of cast aluminum alloy, and despite the suffixed name of the bike, it was not the best choice to “adventure” on rough off-road terrains.
The 2015 model was for sale in 2022 starting from $10,000.
engine specs | Type: | four-stroke, liquid cooled, 90 degree V-twin, DOHC, 8-valves | Displacement: | 645 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | 3.2x2.5 in OR 81 mm | Compression Ratio: | 11.2:1 | Horsepower: | -/- KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | 0/- lb-ft/RPM OR 0 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | EFI, Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve System (SDTV) |
---|
transmission specs | Gearbox: | 6 Speed, manual | Clutch: | Wet multi-disc, manual | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | #525 chain |
---|
chassis specs | Frame: | Aluminum | Front Suspension: | Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped | Rear Suspension: | Link type, coil spring, oil damped | Front Brake: | Dual hydraulic discs, ABS | Rear Brake: | Single hydraulic disc, ABS |
---|
dimension specs | Overall Length: | 90.2 in OR 2291 mm | Overall Width: | 32.9 in OR 836 mm | Seat Height: | 32.9 in OR 836 mm | Wheelbase: | 61.4 in OR 1560 mm | Ground Clearance: | 6.9 in OR 175 mm | Weight: | 472 lbs OR 214 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 5.3 gallons OR 20.1 L |
---|
tyres specs | Front: | 110/80 R19 M/C 59H, tubeless | Rear: | 150/70 R17 M/C 69H, tubeless |
---|