Suzuki·Trail·1037cc·A2 · 47ch

V-Strom 1050

↘ Evolution history · 2020 → present
7
Years of production
2
Generations
1037
current cc
107
Horsepower
7
Vintages

Suzuki's adventure flagship. 1037cc DOHC V-twin, complete SIRS system, long-distance comfort, legendary reliability.

↓ Changes year by year
Gen 2 · 2023 — present
V-STROM 1050 / DE / SE — ELECTRONICS OVERHAUL

Major electronics overhaul. The 1050 XT makes way for the 1050 DE (21" front wheel, stronger adventure focus). Progressive addition of 5-inch tactile TFT (2025) and bi-directional quickshifter (2026). SE touring variant introduced.

2026
EElectronics
Bi-directional quickshifter standard — clutchless up- and downshifts
Medium
MEngine
Hollow sodium-filled exhaust valves, revised cam timing and 1st/6th gear ratios — 106hp (vs 107hp previously)
Medium
AAesthetics
New colours — 2025 spec carried over
Minor
2025
EElectronics
5-inch tactile colour TFT screen — instrumentation finally modern, contextual notifications
Medium
AAesthetics
Enhanced SE touring version — significant price cut on 1050 DE (14,999 €)
Medium
2024
AAesthetics
New colours — no notable mechanical changes
Minor
2023
EElectronics
Revised electronics package — improved rider aid calibration, new engine maps
Major
CFrame
V-Strom 1050 DE introduced — 21" front wheel vs 19", more travel suspension, increased ground clearance
Replaces the 1050 XT — Showa SFF-BP (Big Piston) and adjustable rear shock on DE
Major
Buyer radar
2026

Bi-directional quickshifter + 5-inch TFT + proven reliability — best version in the model's history.

TOP BUY
2025

TFT + price cut — excellent equipment/value ratio. Prefer the DE or SE variant.

GOOD PICK
2023

Electronics refresh and adventurous V-Strom DE — good choice, but no quickshifter or TFT.

GOOD PICK
Gen 1 · 2020 — 2022
V-STROM 1050 / XT — EURO 5

V-Strom 1000 successor, unveiled at EICMA 2019. New 1037cc Euro 5 V-twin with complete SIRS system: IMU, ride-by-wire, 2-mode cornering ABS, 3-level TC, hill-hold assist, cruise control, SCAS slipper clutch. Two versions: standard (19") and XT (spoked wheels, off-road protection).

2022
AAesthetics
20th anniversary of the V-Strom range — commemorative colours — V-Strom 1050 DE announced
Minor
2021
SSafety
Official A2 version — ECU reprogramming to 35kW/47hp at authorised Suzuki dealers, reversible restriction
Available on standard and XT — return to 95hp possible after 2 years on A2 licence
Medium
AAesthetics
New Pearl Vigor Blue and Champion Yellow No.2 colours
Minor
2020
MEngine
Launch — 1037cc DOHC 90° V-twin Euro 5 — 107hp / 103 Nm — technical heritage from TL1000S
Naturally aspirated, electronic fuel injection, 6-speed gearbox, SCAS mechanical anti-hopping clutch
Major
EElectronics
Complete SIRS system — IMU, ride-by-wire, 2-mode cornering ABS, 3-level TC, hill-hold assist, rear wheel anti-lift control
3 riding modes (A/B/C), cruise control standard, RPM-Assist, Easy Start
Major
CFrame
19"/17" wheels standard — 1050 XT: alloy spoked wheels, alloy engine guard, bash plate, hand guards
Major
AAesthetics
Design inspired by the 1988 DR-Big — signature beak, LED headlight, multifunction colour LCD dashboard
Major
Buyer radar
2021

A2 version available, mature SIRS electronics. Solid but no quickshifter.

GOOD PICK
2020

First model year — wait for 2021 to benefit from early user feedback and A2 version.

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