Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2020 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2023

The Suzuki V-Strom 1050 model year 2020 and the Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE model year 2023 are both enduro motorcycles with similar technical specifications. They both have a V2 engine with a bore of 100 mm and a stroke of 66 mm, producing 107 HP of engine power and 100 Nm of torque. They also have an electric starter and a chain transmission. The engine displacement is 1037 ccm and they both have 2 cylinders.

In terms of suspension, both motorcycles have an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension with a diameter of 43 mm. However, the V-Strom 1050DE 2023 has a slightly larger front suspension travel of 170 mm compared to the 160 mm of the V-Strom 1050 2020. The front suspension of both motorcycles is adjustable for compression, preload, and rebound. The rear suspension is a swing arm with a monoshock and has a travel of 169 mm for the V-Strom 1050DE 2023 and 160 mm for the V-Strom 1050 2020. The rear suspension is adjustable for preload and rebound.

Both motorcycles have an aluminum frame with a twin tube design. The rake and trail of the V-Strom 1050DE 2023 are 62.5 degrees and 126 mm respectively, while the V-Strom 1050 2020 has a rake of 64.7 degrees and a trail of 109 mm.

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 2020

In terms of brakes, both motorcycles have double disk brakes at the front. The V-Strom 1050DE 2023 has additional advanced rider assistance systems compared to the V-Strom 1050 2020. These include ABS, hill start assist, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, shift assistant with blipper, cruise control, and traction control. The V-Strom 1050 2020 only has ABS and traction control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the V-Strom 1050DE 2023 has a front tire diameter of 21 inches, while the V-Strom 1050 2020 has a front tire diameter of 19 inches. Both motorcycles have a rear tire width of 150 mm and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase of the V-Strom 1050DE 2023 is 1595 mm, slightly longer than the 1555 mm of the V-Strom 1050 2020. The seat height of the V-Strom 1050DE 2023 is 880 mm, higher than the 855 mm of the V-Strom 1050 2020. The kerb weight of the V-Strom 1050DE 2023 is 252 kg, heavier than the 236 kg of the V-Strom 1050 2020. Both motorcycles have a fuel tank capacity of 20 liters.

Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2023

In terms of strengths, the V-Strom 1050 2020 has a great V2 engine, good wind protection, pleasant seating comfort, and great long-distance capability. The V-Strom 1050DE 2023 has a powerful motor, high-quality electronics package, excellent ergonomics, very good gravel mode, off-road ABS, intuitive operation of the electronics, long-distance comfort, and a successful retro look.

In terms of weaknesses, the V-Strom 1050 2020 has deficits in the equipment, with some details from the XT version missing. The V-Strom 1050DE 2023 has a high weight and the suspension travel could be greater.

Overall, the V-Strom 1050DE 2023 offers an upgraded electronics package and improved off-road capabilities compared to the V-Strom 1050 2020. However, it is also heavier and may have slightly less suspension travel.