Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014 vs. KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014

KTM 1090 Adventure 2017
Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014 vs KTM 1090 Adventure 2017
The Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014 and the KTM 1090 Adventure 2017 are both enduro motorcycles that offer powerful engines and advanced rider assistance systems. However, there are several differences between the two models.
In terms of engine specifications, the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014 has a bore of 100 mm and a stroke of 66 mm, resulting in an engine displacement of 1037 ccm. It produces 100 HP of power and 103 Nm of torque. On the other hand, the KTM 1090 Adventure 2017 has a larger bore of 103 mm and a shorter stroke of 63 mm, resulting in a displacement of 1050 ccm. It produces a higher power output of 125 HP and a torque of 109 Nm.
Both motorcycles feature a chain transmission and have upside-down telescopic forks for the front suspension and monoshock absorbers for the rear suspension. The Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014 has an aluminum frame, while the KTM 1090 Adventure 2017 has a chromium-molybdenum frame. The frame type of the Suzuki V-Strom is a twin-spar, while the KTM 1090 Adventure has a tubular frame.

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014
In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both motorcycles offer traction control. However, the KTM 1090 Adventure 2017 goes a step further and also includes ABS, riding modes, and adjustable traction control. This gives the KTM more versatility and adaptability to different riding conditions.
In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have a front tire diameter of 19 inches and a rear tire width of 150 mm with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase of the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014 is 1555 mm, while the KTM 1090 Adventure 2017 has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1560 mm. Both motorcycles have a kerb weight of 228 kg, but the KTM has a larger fuel tank capacity of 23 liters compared to the Suzuki's 20 liters.

KTM 1090 Adventure 2017
When it comes to strengths, the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014 stands out for its powerful engine, traction control as standard, excellent brakes, taut yet comfortable chassis, great touring capability, and complete instrumentation. On the other hand, the KTM 1090 Adventure 2017 offers a very powerful and cultivated engine with a wide rev range, performance modes, the ability to switch off ABS, adjustable traction control, agile and safe handling, adjustable ergonomics, a height-adjustable windshield, low weight, and a comparatively low price.
However, both motorcycles have their weaknesses. The Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014 has a windshield that creates turbulence on the head, an engine that runs out of breath in the upper speed range, and a somewhat confusable look. The KTM 1090 Adventure 2017, on the other hand, may seem outdated in terms of optics compared to the newer 1290 Super Adventures and its suspension fork is not adjustable.
In conclusion, while both the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014 and the KTM 1090 Adventure 2017 are capable enduro motorcycles, the KTM offers more advanced features and a more powerful engine. However, the Suzuki has its own strengths, such as its comfortable touring capability and complete instrumentation. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.
Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014 compared to KTM 1090 Adventure 2017
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014

Suzuki V-Strom 1000, büyük enduro segmentinde, çekis kontrolü ve ABS'nin bile standart olarak dahil edildigi, hiçbir seyden mahrum kalmak zorunda olmadiginiz düsük maliyetli bir teklif konumundadir. Mükemmel frenler, harika konfor ve olaganüstü güçlü V-ikiz silindirli motor, hemen hemen herkese hitap etmesi gereken bilesenlerdir. En üst ligde 100 hp ile oynamadigi gerçegi, uzun yolculuklarda rahat bir atmosfer saglayan harika güç dagitimi ile telafi edilir. Sadece orijinal ön cam ile rüzgar korumasi optimum degildir, bu nedenle uygun fiyatli, biraz daha büyük ön cama yatirim yapmalisiniz.
KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

KTM 1090 Adventure, selefi 1050 Adventure'dan büyük kiz kardeslerine dogru atilmis büyük bir adimdir. Ayarlanabilir sürüs modlari, çekis kontrolü ve ABS'ye sahip elektronik paketi zaten yüksek seviyede kalirken, motor artik 1050'den yaklasik üçte bir (!) daha fazla 125 hp güç üretiyor. Neredeyse daha da önemlisi, artik 10.000 dev/dak'nin üzerine serbestçe çikabiliyor ve bu nedenle daha kullanisli bir devir araligi sunuyor. Hala makul fiyatli büyük tur endurolari sinifinda daha dengeli bir motosiklet bulmaniz zor.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki V-Strom 1000 vs KTM 1090 Adventure
There are a few key differences between a Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014 and a KTM 1090 Adventure 2017. In terms of price, the actual average price of a KTM 1090 Adventure 2017 is about 24% higher. Compared to KTM 1090 Adventure 2017 there are more Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 23 compared to 8. It takes less time to sell a KTM 1090 Adventure with 77 days compared to 90 days for the Suzuki V-Strom 1000. Since model year 2005 1000PS.de editors have written 40 reviews for the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 and 7 reviews for the KTM 1090 Adventure since model year 2017. The first review for the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 was published on 7/23/2002 and now has more than 6,300 views. This compares to more than 32,200 views for the first review on KTM 1090 Adventure published on 10/12/2016.