V-Strom accessory packs
With the arrival of the updated 2012 Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS earlier this year, the short-lived XP version seemed to disappear from the line-up.
So, to maintain the appeal of its middleweight to adventure and touring riders, Suzuki has launched three accessory packs which are available now for both new and used bikes.
Starting things off is the Tourer Pack, which comprises a lower engine cowling, chain guard, accessory bar (designed to protect the radiator side cowls), 14 litre magnetic tank bag, tank protector and hand guards. The cost is £499 including VAT and fitting, a saving of £121 compared to buying all the components separately.
Next up is the Adventure Pack, which will probably tempt regular commuters as much as those contemplating epic journeys to the back of beyond. It includes all the elements of the Tourer Pack (except the tank bag) and adds a 42 litre top case, a centre stand and the Vario adjustable screen. It’s priced at £999 including VAT and fitting.
Finally, the £1,299 GT Pack focuses on maximum luggage capacity. That’s because it features a pair of panniers that together offer 70 litres of volume, as well as the 42 litre top case, centre stand, hand guards and lower engine cowling.
Oddly, given its potential for touring, the Vario screen, accessory bar, chain guard and tank protector are all absent from the GT Pack. Maybe Suzuki decided that attempting to add any more than £1,299 to the V-Strom’s retail price of £6,899 would not be well received?
Given the all-weather, all-season riders these packs are aimed at, the one glaring omission from all of them is heated handlebar grips. They are, however, available as a Suzuki accessory for an additional £269.
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So, to maintain the appeal of its middleweight to adventure and touring riders, Suzuki has launched three accessory packs which are available now for both new and used bikes.
Starting things off is the Tourer Pack, which comprises a lower engine cowling, chain guard, accessory bar (designed to protect the radiator side cowls), 14 litre magnetic tank bag, tank protector and hand guards. The cost is £499 including VAT and fitting, a saving of £121 compared to buying all the components separately.
Next up is the Adventure Pack, which will probably tempt regular commuters as much as those contemplating epic journeys to the back of beyond. It includes all the elements of the Tourer Pack (except the tank bag) and adds a 42 litre top case, a centre stand and the Vario adjustable screen. It’s priced at £999 including VAT and fitting.
Finally, the £1,299 GT Pack focuses on maximum luggage capacity. That’s because it features a pair of panniers that together offer 70 litres of volume, as well as the 42 litre top case, centre stand, hand guards and lower engine cowling.
Oddly, given its potential for touring, the Vario screen, accessory bar, chain guard and tank protector are all absent from the GT Pack. Maybe Suzuki decided that attempting to add any more than £1,299 to the V-Strom’s retail price of £6,899 would not be well received?
Given the all-weather, all-season riders these packs are aimed at, the one glaring omission from all of them is heated handlebar grips. They are, however, available as a Suzuki accessory for an additional £269.
Related posts:
2012 V-Strom 650 leaked
Suzuki V-Strom 650A XP
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I'd like to see the Black Rhino model they do in Europe over here in the UK, full touring kit with all Givi parts, rather than the horrible looking Suzuki parts we are being offered.
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