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Suzuki has launched the 2023 Suzuki V-Strom 1050 DE (Dual Explorer) in Europe which comes with various latest upgrades.
According to Suzuki, this 1050 DE variant will replace the 1050 XT starting in 2023. First, the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 DE comes with 21-inch front tires to increase the level of suitability during off-road riding.
The ‘swingarm’ section is also longer than the 1050 XT, increasing the distance between the tires (wheelbase). Next, the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 DE also offers better ground clearance, 190mm compared to the 165mm offered by the V-Strom 1050 XT with 19″ front tires.
The Kayaba suspension clearance has also increased by 10mm at the front and rear and now offers 170mm of travel.
Interestingly, Suzuki also upgraded the electronic package at the same time witnessing the V-Strom 1050 DE offering a ‘Gravel’ mode matched with the latest IMU system.
Not forgetting the ABS system on this 1050 DE variant can also be completely turned off and is the latest setting from Bosch.
Not only that, but this Suzuki V-Strom 1050 DE also comes with a 5″ TFT screen replacing the LCD digital display found on the 1050 XT. This model is also equipped with a ‘quickshifter’ function as standard.
For now, the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 XT is offered at a price of around RM81,900 for the Malaysian market.