The 2023 Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE might just be the new bike of choice for off-roaders looking for value, reliability, and capability.
Let’s be honest: As the popularity of adventure bikes continues to increase, manufacturers continue to struggle to meet the demand for affordable, off-road, twin-cylinder machines.
Well, Suzuki has just pulled a chair up to the table. Coming in 2023, Suzuki is updating its 1050XT and replacing the model with the more off-road-worthy 1050DE.
While Suzuki has always marketed the big V-Strom as a mostly on-road motorcycle, loads of budget-conscious adventure riders have used it for proper long-distance riding with serious off-road excursions.
The 2023 V-Strom 1050DE finally might have the off-road chops riders have been craving.
2023 Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE: Engineered for the Unexpected
According to Suzuki, the brand has worked tirelessly to refine the V-Strom’s performance, utility, and advanced electronics, allowing riders to adapt to any condition.
What’s New?
Bigger Front Wheel
![2023 Suzuki 1050DE Suzuki 1050DE front tire](https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.gearjunkie.com/uploads/2022/09/detail_ph01.jpeg)
More Suspension Travel & Ground Clearance
![V-Strom 1050DE rider on dirt with 2023 suzuki 1050 DE V-Strom](https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.gearjunkie.com/uploads/2022/09/detail_ph02.jpeg)
Increased Performance
![2023 Suzuki 1050DE instrument cluster V-Strom 1050DE](https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.gearjunkie.com/uploads/2022/09/detail_ph04.jpeg)
Switchable ABS
Quick-Shift & Cruising
![2013 Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE parked on grass](https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.gearjunkie.com/uploads/2022/09/gallery_ph06.jpeg)
Ergonomics & Protection
![2023 Suzuki 1050DE skid plate for 2023 suzuki 1050DE](https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.gearjunkie.com/uploads/2022/09/detail_ph03-700x545.jpeg)
2023 V-Strom 1050DE
![2023 Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE rider on dirt in desert](https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.gearjunkie.com/uploads/2022/09/gallery_ph07-700x363.jpeg)
![main_ph Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE rider on dirt in desert](https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.gearjunkie.com/uploads/2022/09/main_ph-700x417.jpeg)