2022 Suzuki V-Strom 650.
Suzuki’s entry-level ADV motorcycle is back, though the 2022 Suzuki V-Strom 650 has no
changes this year.
That isn’t a big problem, as the V-Strom 650 is a well-rounded and evolved motorcycle
that provides a great ride experience for new and experienced riders alike.
The Suzuki V-Strom 650 is an easy-handling motorcycle that is at home in the canyons,
on basic dirt roads, and out on the open highway.
The 476-pound weight with the 5.3-gallon fuel tank filled gives the V-Strom impressive agility.
While there’s not much suspension adjustability, Suzuki engineers got the spring rates and
damping right from the factory.
The pavement-focused Bridgestone Battlax Adventure A40 tires match the V-Strom 650’s overall
approach to ADV riding.
The impressive motor is capable of long-distance rides thanks to a sixth gear that acts as
an overdrive.
Acceleration is impressive, thanks to the ratios of the lower five gears.
Rider-friendly features include Suzuki’s Easy Start System (just touch the start button
to fire up the V-twin), always-on ABS, two levels of traction control (plus off, for
dirt excursions), and Low RPM Assist (revs automatically rise if you’re about to stall
the motor).
The 2022 Suzuki V-Strom 650 is available in one color this year—Pearl Brilliant White—and
has a list price of $8904.
Although it’s $55 more than the previous year, it is still a great value in the ADV
category.