The new version of the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 Machi (which is pronounced Maci) designed to deal with travel is on sale at € 12,990 fc .
Compared to the new standard V-Strom 1050 (which costs 12,890 euros), the Machi is equipped with a touring kit which includes:
- Handguards
- 55 liter top box with its fixing plate and backrest cushion for the passenger
- Central stand
- Aerodynamic plastic tip
- Stickers for the front and rear rims
- Side protection stickers for the tank
These accessories have a value of about 1,200 euros but thanks to this operation done directly by Suzuki there is a “customer advantage” of over 1,000 euros.
The V-Storm 1050 Machi is available in three colors : black, gray and white livery, all of which highlight the bronze-colored finish of the engine.The Sport Enduro Tourer Machi improves the load capacity and protection of the rider, for greater travel convenience even as a couple.
The Japanese kanji 街 (Maci) identifies a street full of life and its surrounding areas, which together define a relevant urban area.
The 1050XT version , top of the V-Strom range, is inspired by off-road ancestors and also looks at the world of raids, while the 1050 Machi shows the more road side of this Sport Enduro Tourer.
Its different attitude is made evident by the presence of ten-spoke light alloy wheels . The rear 17-inch and the front 19-inch. The chassis uses fully adjustable KYB suspensions and a double-beam aluminum frame .
The engine is a 90 ° V- twin engine approved by Euro 5 and capable of 107 horsepower . Three different mappings can be chosen , corresponding to as many delivery curves. There are also three intervention levels that can be set for electronic traction control, which can be deactivated if necessary and uses the same phonic wheels as the ABS anti-lock system. The bike is equipped with an inertial platform and therefore also with ABS cornering .
The Low RPM Assist regulates the engine speed at the start or at reduced speed, while the Suzuki Clutch Assist System gives the clutch an anti- hop function , limiting the reactions during decisive downshifts.
The windshield is adjustable in three positions, while the rectangular headlight is Led. The 55 liter top case allows you to store two full face helmets .