Built around Suzuki's super motard motorcycle platform, the 2016 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 Adventure relies on a 1037 cc (63.3 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 100 HP (73 kW) at 8,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 103 Nm (76 lb-ft) at 4,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 96.4 HP per liter and a 4,000 rpm working window between peak torque (4,000 rpm) and peak power (8,000 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
On the scales, the V-Strom 1000 Adventure measures 225 kg (496 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.44 HP/kg (2.25 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 865 mm (34.1 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,555 mm (61.2 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 22-liter (5.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Suzuki archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2012 to 2016, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
96.4 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.44 HP/kg (2.25 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
4,000–8,000 rpm
Standover Height
865 mm (34.1 in)
Engine
Displacement1037.0 ccm (63.28 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine Details90-degree V-twin
Power100.0 HP (73.0 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Torque103.0 Nm (10.5 kgf-m or 76.0 ft.lbs) @ 4000 RPM
Compression11.3:1
Bore x Stroke100.0 x 66.0 mm (3.9 x 2.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionTransistorized digital
LubricationWet sump
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
DrivelineRK525 SMOZ7, 112 links
Chassis
Frame TypeAluminum, twin-spar frame
Rake23.7°
Trail109 mm (4.3 inches)
Front SuspensionTelescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Front Travel237 mm (9.3 inches)
Rear SuspensionLink type, coil spring, oil damped
Rear Travel125 mm (4.9 inches)
Wheelbase1555 mm (61.2 inches)
Ground Clearance165 mm (6.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre110/80-R19
Rear Tyre150/70-R17
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø310 mm (12.2 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø260 mm (10.2 inches)
Wheels10-spoke cast-aluminum wheels
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.225.0 kg (496.0 pounds)
Seat Height865 mm (34.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length2285 mm (90.0 inches)
Overall Width865 mm (34.1 inches)
Fuel Capacity22.00 litres (5.81 US gallons)
Other
Color OptionsMetallic Mystic Silver, Candy Daring Red, Metallic Matt Fibroin Grey
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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