Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024 vs. BMW F 700 GS 2016

Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

BMW F 700 GS 2016
Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024 vs BMW F 700 GS 2016

Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

BMW F 700 GS 2016
Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024 compared to BMW F 700 GS 2016
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2024

With the revision and expansion of the 1050 range to include the DE model, Suzuki now has the right large V-Strom for everyone. Those who know from the outset that they will be staying almost exclusively on the road will find a reliable travelling companion in the standard model, but those who are less restricted in their choice of routes and also want to ride regularly on unpaved terrain will now find a good choice in the DE. The machine looks robust, is easy to ride and offers a high level of long-distance comfort. The weight is too high for very serious off-road use and the travel is too short. However, as with the standard model, the main selling point remains the marvellous engine, which leaves little to be desired with its rich torque.
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BMW F 700 GS 2016

The smaller of the two F GS sisters, the F 700 GS convinces with a successful overall performance. It looks like its big sister, but at its core it is more of a lively naked bike than a big enduro. The fact that the bike has outgrown the entry-level segment can be seen in the braking system - with two brake discs at the front, it is on a par with its big 800 sister and now decelerates just as confidently. In terms of the chassis, it convinces with good suspension comfort and at the same time a firm set-up in tight bends. Upgrading is never a problem with BMW; in addition to traction control, there is also the electronic suspension ESA for the F 700 GS.