2018 Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT ABS Motorcycle Launched; Priced in India at Rs 7.46 Lakh

Suzuki Motorcycle India has finally launched the much awaited adventurer tourer motorcycle, which is called as V-Strom 650XT ABS in the domestic market. Priced at Rs 7.46 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi), the new motorcycle comes in as a Completely Knocked Down (CKD) Unit, which is assembled in India. Touted as an ultimate motorcycle renowned for its versatility that makes it suitable for daily commuting, long highways as well as unexplored terrains. The new Suzuki V-Strom 650XT ABS is the third product from the two-wheeler manufacturer for this financial year after GSX S750 and Hayabusa. Tata Harrier SUV Officially Teased Again; Undergoes Water Wading Test - Watch Video.

The adventurer tourer motorcycle comes powered by a 645cc, 4-stroke, liquid cooled DOHC, V-twin engine with fuel-injection technology. The technology churns out an improved performance of the engine that develops 71hp of maximum power with 62Nm of peak torque. The engine comes mated to a 6-speed gearbox. On the feature front, the middleweight adventure motorcycle comes with a 3-stage traction control system, Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) and 3-way, height-adjustable windscreen, Suzuki’s useful Easy Start System and much more.

The motorcycle is available in two exciting shades - Champion Yellow Color No. 2 and Pearl Glacier White and is priced at INR 7,46,000 (ex-showroom, New Delhi). The new multi-functional instrument panel on the motorcycle features speedometer, odometer, fuel level, coolant temperature, gear position, battery voltage, traction-control modes ensuring accurate information to the rider. Triumph Motorcycle India Organised Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride Across India to Create Awareness on Prostate Cancer.

Underlining Suzuki’s adventure DNA, the styling of the V-Strom 650XT ABS is inspired from its larger sibling - V-Strom 1000. The motorcycle is equipped with wire-spoke rims that are shod into Bridgestone Battlax Adventure tubeless tyres. The suspension duties are carried out by conventional telescopic fork at the front and a monoshock with rebound adjustment and remote preload adjuster at the back.

Mr. Satoshi Uchida, Managing Director, Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt Ltd. said, “We are delighted to offer the ultimate adventure-tourer Suzuki V-Strom 650XT ABS to Indian customers as a Completely Knocked Down (CKD) Unit, assembled in India. Off late, Motorcycles have evolved as an extension of its owner’s personality. Individuals are now ready to invest to get an experience they were longing for. With it’s all-round capabilities, V-Strom 650XT ABS is the apt motorcycle for adventure enthusiasts who want to be able to ride the same motorcycle for daily usage as well.  As our third new product launch of this financial year, V-Strom 650XT ABS delivers on our promise of introducing well-engineered and technological advance premium offerings; emphasising our commitment to the Indian market.”

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