KTM 1050 Adventure 2016 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2016

KTM 1050 Adventure 2016

KTM 1050 Adventure 2016

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2016

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2016

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Overview - KTM 1050 Adventure 2016 vs Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2016

The KTM 1050 Adventure 2016 and the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2016 are both enduro motorcycles that offer powerful engines and chain transmissions. However, there are several differences between the two models.

In terms of engine specifications, the KTM 1050 Adventure has a bore of 103 mm and a stroke of 63 mm, while the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 has a slightly smaller bore of 100 mm and a longer stroke of 66 mm. The KTM 1050 Adventure has an engine power of 95 HP and a torque of 107 Nm, while the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 has a slightly higher engine power of 100 HP and a torque of 103 Nm. Both motorcycles have upside-down telescopic fork front suspensions and 19-inch front tire diameters, with a rear tire width of 150 mm and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. The KTM 1050 Adventure has a wheelbase of 1560 mm and a kerb weight of 230 kg, while the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 has a slightly shorter wheelbase of 1555 mm and a slightly lighter kerb weight of 228 kg. The KTM 1050 Adventure also has a larger fuel tank capacity of 23 liters, compared to the Suzuki V-Strom 1000's 20-liter fuel tank capacity.

KTM 1050 Adventure 2016

KTM 1050 Adventure 2016

In terms of strengths, the KTM 1050 Adventure offers a powerful and refined engine, disengageable ABS, adjustable traction control, agile handling, adjustable ergonomics, and a prestigious look similar to its larger sister models. It also has a height-adjustable windshield, low weight, and a comparatively affordable price. On the other hand, the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 offers a powerful engine, traction control as standard, very good brakes, a taut yet comfortable chassis, great touring capability, and complete instrumentation.

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2016

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2016

However, both motorcycles have their weaknesses. The KTM 1050 Adventure's rev limiter kicks in at 8500 revs, limiting its top-end performance. Its chassis is also considered a little too soft for off-road use. On the other hand, the Suzuki V-Strom 1000's windshield creates turbulence on the rider's head, and its engine runs out of breath in the upper rev range. Additionally, some riders may find the Suzuki V-Strom 1000's aesthetics to be arbitrary.

In conclusion, both the KTM 1050 Adventure 2016 and the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2016 are powerful and capable enduro motorcycles. The KTM 1050 Adventure offers a refined engine and adjustable features, while the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 provides good touring capabilities and standard traction control. However, each motorcycle has its own weaknesses, such as the KTM 1050 Adventure's limited top-end performance and the Suzuki V-Strom 1000's windshield turbulence. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications KTM 1050 Adventure 2016 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2016

KTM 1050 Adventure 2016
Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2016

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore103 mmBore100 mm
StrokeStroke63 mmStroke66 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power100 HP
TorqueTorque107 NmTorque103 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,750 rpmRpm at Torque4,000 rpm
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,050 ccmDisplacement1,037 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTwin-Spar

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,560 mmWheelbase1,555 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)230 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)228 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity23 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1050 Adventure 2016

KTM 1050 Adventure 2016

In my opinion, the KTM 1050 Adventure picks up where the 990 Adventure left off a few years ago: Around 100 hp of power, playful handling and as much or as little electronics as is currently state-of-the-art. The engine is anything but weak, ABS and traction control regulate safely and inconspicuously and the handling is extremely fun-oriented, partly because of the relatively narrow tyres. And all this at a price that is only undercut by a few competitors in the league of big touring enduros. Sad as it may be, the two 1190 Adventures and, above all, the flagship 1290 Super Adventure, have soared in price to very high levels. And that is precisely why the KTM 1050 Adventure is perhaps the most coherent of the four Adventure models.

Powerful, refined engine

disengageable ABS

adjustable traction control

agile handling

adjustable ergonomics

prestigious looks similar to the big sisters

height-adjustable windshield

low weight

comparatively affordable price.

Rev limiter kicks in at 8500 revs

chassis a little too soft for off-road use

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2016

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2016

In the large enduro segment, the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 is the best value for money, yet you don't have to do without anything - traction control and ABS come as standard. Excellent brakes, great comfort and a wonderfully powerful V-twin engine are ingredients that should appeal to almost everyone. The fact that it doesn't play in the top league with 100 hp is made up for by the wonderful power delivery, which ensures a relaxed climate on long journeys. Only the wind protection is not optimal with the original windshield; one should invest in the affordable, somewhat larger windshield.

Powerful engine

traction control as standard

very good brakes

taut yet comfortable chassis

great touring capability

complete instrumentation

Windshield creates turbulence on the head

the engine runs out of breath in the upper rev range, arbitrary optics

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1050 Adventure vs Suzuki V-Strom 1000

There are a few key differences between a KTM 1050 Adventure 2016 and a Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2016. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2016 is about 3% higher. A KTM 1050 Adventure 2016 experiences a loss of 1,360 GBP in one year and 2,000 GBP in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 440 GBP and 1,920 GBP for a Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2016. Compared to Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2016 there are less KTM 1050 Adventure 2016 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 5 compared to 10. It takes less time to sell a KTM 1050 Adventure with 96 days compared to 106 days for a Suzuki V-Strom 1000. Since model year 2015 1000PS.de editors have written 8 reviews for the KTM 1050 Adventure and 40 reviews for the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 since model year 2005. The first review for the KTM 1050 Adventure was published on 04/11/2014 and now has more than 10,900 views. This compares to more than 6,300 views for the first review on Suzuki V-Strom 1000 published on 23/07/2002.

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