Oh, sorry. I was distracted by the flash of an all-new 200ish-horsepower GSX-R1000, which is a great way to get around your favorite 2.4-mile closed circuit, I’ve no doubt. But now back to reality, where most of our rides last longer than 2.4 miles before repeating. Suzuki has other options for your Monday ride to work and Saturday ride to the campground that don’t require you to assume that position.
I’ve long said the Suzuki V-Strom 650 is one of the most versatile street motorcycles you can buy, and the perennially popular Wee-Strom has been updated for 2017. You still get the same sweet 645 cc V-twin, but now Suzuki has added three-position traction control (two levels of sensitivity and off). Another electronic aid is what Suzuki calls Low RPM Assist. It raises the engine speed when the motorcycle is stopped with the clutch lever pulled in, which reduces the chances of stalling the bike when you pull away from a stop. ABS is still standard.
Source: 2017 Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT first look – RevZilla
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