[Philip J Fry]

Hi all, might look at a vstrom if/when the fazer sells.
Just looking to see what peoples opinions are.
Thanks in advance.

[The Greek AKA The cat]

I dont think you will find anyone who has owned or ridden one having a bad word to say.

I had a 650 and it was absolutely brilliant. Would I buy again - definitely yes.

[KildareMan]

The Greek, on 07 July 2011 - 07:46 AM, said:

I dont think you will find anyone who has owned or ridden one having a bad word to say.

I had a 650 and it was absolutely brilliant. Would I buy again - definitely yes.

Don't go there Pete. The Strom was the start of your "flying" lessons wasn't it?

Yup the Strom is a cracking bike, comfortable, handles well, reasonably quick and is bomb proof. Plenty of owner info on the Strom websites so you'll never likely be stuck.

[Ted]

I have mine over two years now, I have to say I love the thing. It has never let me down and every time I'm out on it, I've a smile. I was thinking of changing, but I think I'll just hold off now and enjoy another summer in comfort.

[The Greek AKA The cat]

KildareMan, on 07 July 2011 - 08:48 AM, said:

Don't go there Pete. The Strom was the start of your "flying" lessons wasn't it?

That was the pilot and nothing to do with the bike

And I did have it in the air a few times deliberately

[DAVE.W]

Howya Phil,Meeting a mate in clonmel today who has the 650,so will take a spin and let you know what it's like compared to the thou.
Have mine since last Oct and absolutely love it-very comfortable,the engine is a peach....equally at home cruising on the motorway or
enjoying the twisties
like most Suzukis,ya just need to keep on top of the cleaning...get a can of acf 50 and you'll be sorted.
Give me a shout if ya want a test spin
Dave

[Philip J Fry]

DAVE.W, on 07 July 2011 - 09:33 AM, said:

Howya Phil,Meeting a mate in clonmel today who has the 650,so will take a spin and let you know what it's like compared to the thou.
Have mine since last Oct and absolutely love it-very comfortable,the engine is a peach....equally at home cruising on the motorway or
enjoying the twisties
like most Suzukis,ya just need to keep on top of the cleaning...get a can of acf 50 and you'll be sorted.
Give me a shout if ya want a test spin
Dave

Thats great Dave, I just might take you up on your offer of a spin.
I'm thinking they might be a bit tall and heavy for me so might look at the 650.

[Ted]

Philip J Fry, on 07 July 2011 - 10:46 AM, said:

Thats great Dave, I just might take you up on your offer of a spin.
I'm thinking they might be a bit tall and heavy for me so might look at the 650.

Your welcome to try mine as well. Its got a lower seat. They are a bit heavy but nothing you can't get use to.

[Phantom Piddler]

Have ridden the strom myself. A fantastic bike ,one which you could ride all day. Great torque out of it and great for filtering thru traffic.

Wold highly recommend it as The Greek says.

[Philip J Fry]

Ted, on 07 July 2011 - 11:24 AM, said:

Your welcome to try mine as well. Its got a lower seat. They are a bit heavy but nothing you can't get use to.

Cheers Ted, may call on you.

[vstrom]

Hi Phil
They are a great bike on my second one
Never had any real issues with them
02 had issues with clutch basket rattles & clutch slave cyl leaks
the 1000 is only 16kgs heavier than the 650
the 650 seat pops straight on to the 1000, making it a bit lower

[Ogmios]

if i had the BMW sold - i'd take a chance on this one, relatively low risk at the money.

http://www.donedeal....orbikes/2270969

[Ozzy]

I love mine great bike, nearly have the 2nd one for a year now 20,000 miles up and no plans to change
Like the rest said good all rounder. Since i got mine I have seen more out them about

[sirius]

Have mine since new, (Jan'06), and with 80+kms on it I've never had a problem. Would not hesitate to buy another.

[TC]

I really love my 650. It is all the power I need and so reliable too!!
Cheers
TC

[steophilis]

hey philip j fry,

think i saw you on the fz1 in swords village last week? i was in the van,
i absolutely love that bike and if i had the money to change at the mo would defo buy it.

the vstrom , yeah i have mine about four years now , absolutely great machine, tons of torque and great fun, gives absolutely no trouble.

after the fz i'd say go for the 1000, ye'll only wish ya had after a while.

you know about the finish issues from garyb and hatchos sv's i'm sure, and apart from that i've absolutely no probs with mine
and it's a '03 model

steve

[Phantom Piddler]

steophilis, on 08 July 2011 - 09:56 AM, said:

hey philip j fry,

the vstrom , yeah i have mine about four years now , absolutely great machine, tons of torque and great fun, gives absolutely no trouble.steve

+1

[KildareMan]

Ogmios, on 07 July 2011 - 02:13 PM, said:

if i had the BMW sold - i'd take a chance on this one, relatively low risk at the money.

http://www.donedeal....orbikes/2270969

Query why both wheels are grounded whilst on the centre stand though. But 2k is a reasonable price. Looks great.

[GARYB]

The Greek, on 07 July 2011 - 09:24 AM, said:

That was the pilot and nothing to do with the bike

And I did have it in the air a few times deliberately

Yeah I remember - you used to throw that v-strom round like a flippin 125 gp bike

[The Greek AKA The cat]

KildareMan, on 08 July 2011 - 12:58 PM, said:

Query why both wheels are grounded whilst on the centre stand though. But 2k is a reasonable price. Looks great.

Also why is one hand guard missing. I suspect damage on that side of the bike. Almost definitely it took a heavy drop.

GARYB, on 09 July 2011 - 09:25 AM, said:

Yeah I remember - you used to throw that v-strom round like a flippin 125 gp bike

Ah shucks - I am blushing now