{"id":4985,"date":"2011-06-23T10:07:27","date_gmt":"2011-06-23T14:07:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.mbike.com\/news\/?p=4985"},"modified":"2011-06-23T10:07:55","modified_gmt":"2011-06-23T14:07:55","slug":"2012-suzuki-v-strom-650-abs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.mbike.com\/news\/2011\/06\/2012-suzuki-v-strom-650-abs\/","title":{"rendered":"2012 Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS"},"content":{"rendered":"

Suzuki has finally took the wraps off the 2012 DL 650 ABS, the V-Strom. The new bike is longer, taller, and lighter than its predecessor and features an updated engine. The V-Strom has a 3-way height-adjustable windscreen, carefully shaped with extensive wind tunnel testing, efficiently reduces wind noise and rider fatigue. All in all, the Japanese company failed to impress with the new V-Strom,the bike is still the poor man\u2019s adventure bike.<\/p>\n

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The 2012 V-Strom ABS<\/p><\/div>\n

Kex features of the bike:<\/p>\n

\u2022\tCompact, slim styling featuring a vivid combination of expressive painted sections and functional black resin components accentuates the sporty profile.
\n\u2022\tThe sporty, dynamic front fairing houses compact dual multi-reflector headlight delivering superb light distribution.
\n\u2022\tStylish and functional front air intakes and side air outlets contribute to both looks and rider comfort.
\n\u2022\t3-way height-adjustable windscreen, carefully shaped with extensive wind tunnel testing, efficiently reduces wind noise and rider fatigue.
\n\u2022\tComfortable riding position composed with a well-shaped seat, slim 20-liter fuel tank and compactly tucked-in frame covers make the rider feel at one with the machine.
\n\u2022\tFunctional seat, combining red-stitched leather-look sections and suede-look, slip-resistant surfaces, and topped with an embossed V-Strom logo.
\n\u2022\tThe upswept muffler, topped with a silver cover and a buffed-finish end cap is gracing the rear end.
\n\u2022\tLightweight resin luggage carrier comes with a slip-resistant rubber mat and is one piece with well-shaped, easy-to-grasp grab bars.
\n\u2022\tInstruments with an analog tachometer and brightness-adjustable LCD speedometer. LCD readouts include odometer, dual trip meter, gear position, coolant and ambient temperature, average fuel consumption, fuel gauge and clock.
\n\u2022\tSwitching between LCD readings can be done with the left handlebar switch.
\n\u2022\tLED indicators include a road freeze warning indicator which, together with the ambient temperature display, helps riders\u2019 awareness of road conditions.
\n\u2022\t645cm3 V-Twin engine features broad torque delivery, signature V-Twin power pulses and sporty quick-revving high rpm range power surges for a full-range riding enjoyment.
\n\u2022\tEfficient engine designs deliver high mileage and class-leading riding range.
\n\u2022\tRadiator with a more compact core, flanked by wind-directing plates shaped with holes* for enhancing cooling efficiency and allowing hot radiator air to flow out to the side air outlets and away from the rider\u2019s legs.(*Suzuki-patented design.)
\n\u2022\tThe fuel injection system uses fine-atomization 10-hole fuel injectors for high combustion efficiency.
\n\u2022\tThe 6-speed transmission is tailored for active sporty rides with tighter 1st through 5th gear ratios, while keeping highway cruises comfortable with a tall top gear.
\n\u2022\tA high-speed 32-bit ECU controls Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve (SDTV) system, contributing to enhanced low-to-mid rpm range torque, a linear throttle response and lower emissions.
\n\u2022\tTwin iridium spark plugs for each cylinder heighten the spark strength and combustion efficiency, contributing to increased power, a more linear throttle response, easier engine start-up and a more stable idle.
\n\u2022\tSuzuki-developed and patented Throttle-body Integrated Idle Speed Control (TI-ISC) contributes to easy cold starting, stable idle and lower emissions.
\n\u2022\tLightweight and rigid twin-spar aluminum-alloy frame and swingarm contribute to smooth handling performance and well-poised running at high-speeds.
\n\u2022\tSpring-preload-adjustable 43mm-stanchion-tube front forks and link-type rear suspension with rebound stepless damping adjuster as well as a preload adjuster.
\n\u2022\t19-inch front and 17-inch rear radial tires specifically designed for the V-Strom 650 ABS.
\n\u2022\tFront dual 310mm-disc brakes and rear 260mm-disc brake deliver smooth, controllable stopping power. Expansion-resistant high-pressure brake hose enhances the responsive brake feel.
\n\u2022\tAntilock Brake System (ABS)* unit features a lightweight, compact design. The ABS monitors wheel speed, and matches stopping power to available traction.
\n*Please note that ABS is a supplemental device for brake operation, not a device for shortening stopping distance. Always remember to reduce speed sufficiently before approaching curves and corners.
\n\u2022\tTransponder-type Suzuki Advanced Immobilizer System (SAIS) helps prevent theft with an electronic code ID system built into the owner\u2019s key.(excluding North American specifications)
\n\u2022\tA wide selection of Suzuki Genuine Accessories, designed for a smooth, easy fit with the V-Strom 650 ABS, adds to both adventure tourer profile and function.<\/p>\n

2012 Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS Specifications and Photos<\/a><\/p>\n

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Suzuki has finally took the wraps off the 2012 DL 650 ABS, the V-Strom. The new bike is longer, taller, and lighter than its predecessor and features an updated engine. The V-Strom has a 3-way height-adjustable windscreen, carefully shaped with extensive wind tunnel testing, efficiently reduces wind noise and rider fatigue. All in all, the Japanese company failed to impress with the new V-Strom,the bike is still the poor man\u2019s adventure bike. Read the full article »<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1057],"tags":[3458,3461,3462,3460,3463,375,421,626,148,3459],"class_list":["post-4985","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-new-bikes","tag-2012-suzuki","tag-2012-suzuki-v-strom-photo","tag-2012-suzuki-v-strom-spec","tag-2012-v-strom-2012-suzuki-v-strom","tag-mbikebike14030","tag-mbikebrandsuzuki","tag-mbikecategoryadventure","tag-mbikemodel2259","tag-suzuki","tag-suzuki-v-strom"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.mbike.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4985","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.mbike.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.mbike.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.mbike.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.mbike.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4985"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"http:\/\/www.mbike.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4985\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4988,"href":"http:\/\/www.mbike.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4985\/revisions\/4988"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.mbike.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4985"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.mbike.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4985"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.mbike.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4985"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}