Suzuki V-STROM 1050 2022 User manual

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WARNING
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motorcycle and should remain with the motorcycle when resold or
otherwise transferred to a new owner or operator. The manual
contains important safety information and instructions which should
be read carefully before operating the motorcycle.
2022 V-STROM 1050 / 1050XT

FOREWORD
Motorcycling is one of the most exhila-
rating sports and to ensure your riding
enjoyment, you should become thor-
oughly familiar with the information pre-
sented in this Owner’s Manual before
riding the motorcycle.
The proper care and maintenance that
your motorcycle requires is outlined in
this manual. By following these instruc-
tions explicitly, you will ensure a long
trouble-free operating life for your
motorcycle. This motorcycle also con-
forms to the U.S. Environmental Protec-
tion Agency (EPA) and California Air
Resource Board (CARB) emission reg-
ulations which apply to new motorcy-
cles. The proper adjustment of engine
components is necessary for this
motorcycle to comply with the EPA and
CARB regulations. Therefore, please
follow the maintenance instructions
closely to ensure emission compliance.
Your Suzuki dealer has experienced
technicians that are trained to provide
your machine with the best possible
service with the right tools and equip-
ment.
All information, illustrations and specifi-
cations contained in this manual are
based on the latest product information
available at the time of publication. Due
to improvements or other changes,
there may be some discrepancies
between information in this manual and
your motorcycle. Suzuki reserves the
right to make production changes at
any time, without notice and without
incurring any obligation to make the
same or similar changes to vehicles
previously built or sold.

Suzuki Motor Corporation believes in
conservation and protection of Earth’s
natural resources. To that end, we
encourage every vehicle owner to recy-
cle, trade in, or properly dispose of, as
appropriate, used motor oil, coolant,
and other fluids, batteries and tires.

IMPORTANT

WARNING/  CAUTION/ NOTICE /
NOTE
Please read this manual and follow its
instructions carefully. To emphasize
special information, the symbol and
the words WARNING, CAUTION,
NOTICE and NOTE have special mean-
ings. Pay particular attention to mes-
sages highlighted by these signal
words:
NOTE: Indicates special information to
make maintenance easier or instruc-
tions clearer.
WARNING
Indicates a potential hazard that
could result in death or serious
injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potential hazard that
could result in minor or moderate
injury.
NOTICE
Indicates a potential hazard that
could result in vehicle or equipment
damage.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1
2
3
4
5
6
SAFETY INFORMATION
CONTROLS, EQUIPMENT AND ADJUSTMENTS
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
STORAGE PROCEDURE AND MOTORCYCLE CLEANING
CONSUMER INFORMATION
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX

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1
SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY GUIDELINES ............................................................................................................................... 1-2
RIDING PRECAUTIONS ........................................................................................................................... 1-17
FUEL GUIDELINES .................................................................................................................................. 1-30
LABELS .................................................................................................................................................... 1-33
ACCESSORY USE AND MOTORCYCLE LOADING .............................................................................. 1-37
MODIFICATION ........................................................................................................................................ 1-41

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SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY GUIDELINES
MOST ACCIDENTS CAN BE
AVOIDED
Please follow the basic precautions
described in this chapter regarding daily
use, and ensure that you ride carefully.
To prevent crashes, always pay the
utmost attention when riding.
• Motorcycle crashes sometimes
occur because other drivers do not
notice you. Please be careful of the
following when riding.
- Be aware that crashes often
occur when a car traveling
towards a motorcycle turns left in
front of the motorcycle.
- Do not ride in other drivers’ blind
spots.
• Do not turn the handlebars swiftly or
ride with one hand, as this may
cause skidding or falls.
• To minimize injuries caused by falls
or crashes, wear protective equip-
ment such as helmets and gloves.
For information on appropriate
equipment and clothing, see “PRO-
TECTIVE APPAREL” on page 1-5.
• Read and follow all the labels on the
motorcycle. Make sure you under-
stand all of the labels. Do not
remove any labels from the motorcy-
cle.
• When riding, grip the handlebars
with both hands and place your feet
on the footrests. Passengers should
grip the rider’s body firmly with both
hands, or hold onto the seat strap or
grab bar, as equipped, and place
their feet on the rear footrests.

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• The accessories you use with your
motorcycle and the manner in which
you load your gear onto the bike
might create hazards. Aerodynam-
ics, handling, balance, and corner-
ing clearance can suffer, and the
suspension and tires can be over-
loaded. Refer to “ACCESSORY USE
AND MOTORCYCLE LOADING” on
page 1-37.
Routine checks and periodic inspec-
tions
To prevent crashes or breakdowns, be
sure to carry out routine checks and
periodic inspections.
If the motorcycle makes an unusual
sound, smells, or leaks fluid, have it
inspected by a Suzuki dealer. For infor-
mation on routine checks and periodic
inspections, see “INSPECTION
BEFORE RIDING” on page 3-10.

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WARNING
Riding at excessive speeds
increases your chances of losing
control of the motorcycle, which can
result in a crash.
Always ride at a speed that is proper
for the terrain, visibility and operat-
ing conditions, and your skills and
experience.
WARNING
If you remove even one hand or foot
from the motorcycle, you can reduce
your ability to control the motorcy-
cle. This could cause you to lose
your balance and fall off the motorcy-
cle.
Always keep both hands on the han-
dlebars and both feet on the foot-
rests of your motorcycle during
operation.

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PROTECTIVE APPAREL
Description
Both rider and passenger should be
sure to wear helmets, as well as cloth-
ing and protective equipment that
affords a high level of protection. Refer
to the following when obtaining this
equipment.
Helmet
• Be sure to wear a helmet and tighten
the strap firmly. Choose a helmet
that fits your head snugly but does
not exert excessive pressure.
• Be sure to wear a helmet shield or
goggles. These items protect the
field of view from the wind, and also
protect the eyes against airborne
insects, dust, and small stones
thrown up by vehicles driving ahead
of you.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury:
• Wear a helmet, eye
protection, and protective
clothing.
• Read owner’s manual
carefully.

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Riding gear
• Wear protective equipment and
clothing that affords a high level of
protection. Wear bright, eye-catch-
ing long-sleeved uppers and full-
length trousers that expose a mini-
mum of skin. This will reduce the
impact of unexpected events on the
body. Loose, fancy clothing can be
uncomfortable and unsafe when rid-
ing your motorcycle. Choose good
quality motorcycle riding apparel
when riding your motorcycle.
• Be sure to wear gloves. Gloves
made of friction-resistant leather are
suitable.
• Wear footwear that is easy to oper-
ate the motorcycle in, and which
covers your ankles.
• When necessary, wear jackets and
trousers fitted with protectors.
WARNING
If you don’t wear a helmet, you have
an increased risk of death or severe
injury in a crash. If you wear a helmet
that doesn’t fit properly or is not
securely strapped on, the helmet
may not provide the protection for
which it was designed.
The rider and passenger should be
sure to wear a helmet that fits prop-
erly and is securely strapped on.

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Gear of a passenger
A passenger needs the same protection
that you do, including a helmet and
proper clothing. The passenger should
not wear long shoe laces or loose pants
that could get caught in the wheel or the
chain.
WARNING
If the person in the rear seat wears a
long jacket or coat, they may
obscure the tail light or turn signal
light. This is dangerous as following
vehicles may not be aware of you.
People riding in the rear seat should
avoid wearing long jackets or coats if
possible. If wearing such garments,
place the tails of the garment under
the buttocks so that they do not
obscure the tail light or turn signal
light.

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IF A COLLISION IS IMMINENT, DO
SOMETHING
Many riders fear locking up their brakes
or haven’t learned to swerve to avoid a
crash. Many inexperienced riders (and
too many seasoned riders) use only
their rear brake in an emergency, result-
ing in unnecessary impacts in some
cases and unnecessarily high impact
speeds in other cases. The front and
rear brakes can and should be used
together to maximize braking effective-
ness.
Experienced motorcyclists learn to
“cover” the brake lever by lightly resting
a couple of fingers over the lever when
riding in traffic and near intersections.
Emergency stopping and swerving are
techniques that you should practice and
master before you find yourself in an
emergency situation. The best place to
practice such techniques is in a con-
trolled environment such as the Motor-
cycle Safety Foundation’s (MSF) rider
training courses. The MSF’s Motorcycle
Rider Courses (fundamental tech-
niques) and Experienced Rider
Courses (advanced strategies) present
hands-on instruction of the basic princi-
ples of motorcycling and a variety of
crash-avoidance maneuvers. Even a
seasoned motorcyclist can improve his
or her riding skills, and pick up a few
new skills, through these courses.
Some insurance companies even offer
discounts to course graduates.

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SPECIAL SITUATIONS REQUIRE
SPECIAL CARE
Windy day
When riding in a strong crosswind,
which can occur at the entrance to a
tunnel, on a bridge, or when passing or
being passed by large trucks, the
motorcycle may be blown by the cross-
wind.
Control your speed, and grip the han-
dlebars firmly when riding.
Rainy day, Snowy day
• When the road surface is wet, loose,
or rough, you should brake with care.
Braking distances increase on a rainy
day. Stay off the painted surface
marks, manhole covers, and greasy-
appearing areas, as they can be
especially slippery. Use extra caution
at railway crossings and on metal
gratings and bridges. When it starts
to rain, any oil or grease on the road
rises to the surface of the water. Pull
over and wait a few minutes until this
oil film is washed away before riding.
Whenever in doubt about road condi-
tions, slow down!
• Slow down before entering corners.
In these situations, the traction avail-
able between your tires and the road
surface is limited. When you’re
leaned over in a corner, avoid brak-
ing. Straighten up before braking.
WARNING
Sudden side winds, which can occur
when being passed by larger vehi-
cles, at tunnel exits or in hilly areas,
can cause you to lose control of the
motorcycle.
Reduce your speed and be alert to
the possibility of sudden side winds.

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NOTE: After the motorcycle has been
washed or when it has traveled through
puddles, the brakes may grip poorly. If
the brakes grip poorly, travel at low
speed while paying sufficient attention
to the front and rear of the motorcycle,
operating the brakes lightly until they
grip firmly.
Flooded road
Do not ride your motorcycle on flooded
roads.
If you do ride your motorcycle on a
flooded road, go slowly checking brak-
ing operation.
After riding on a flooded road, ask your
Suzuki dealer to check for the following:
• Braking efficiency
• Wet connectors, wiring and water in
the battery box
• Drive belt slipping
• Poor lubrication for bearings etc.
• Level and appearance of gear oil (if
oil is whitish, there is water into the
oil and an oil change is required)
WARNING
Overbraking when traction is limited
will cause your tires to skid, possibly
resulting in loss of directional con-
trol or causing you and your motor-
cycle to fall over.
Brake carefully when traction is lim-
ited.

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KNOW YOUR LIMITS
Always ride within the boundaries of
your own skills. Knowing these limits
and staying within them will help you
avoid crashes.
A major cause of crashes involving only
a motorcycle (and no other vehicles) is
going too fast through a turn. Before
entering a turn, select an appropriately
low cornering speed and appropriate
cornering angle.
Even on straight roads, ride at a speed
that is appropriate for the traffic, visibil-
ity and road conditions, your motorcy-
cle, and your experience.
NOTICE
Riding the motorcycle on a flooded
road can cause the engine to stop
running, and can cause failure of
electric parts, drive belt slipping and
engine damage.
Do not ride your motorcycle on
flooded roads.

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Riding a motorcycle safely requires that
your mental and physical skills are fully
part of the experience. You should not
attempt to operate a motor vehicle,
especially one with two wheels, if you
are tired or under the influence of alco-
hol or other drugs. Alcohol, illegal
drugs, and even some prescription and
over-the-counter drugs can cause
drowsiness, loss of coordination, loss of
balance, and especially the loss of good
judgment. If you are tired or under the
influence of alcohol or other drugs,
PLEASE DO NOT RIDE your motorcy-
cle.
PRACTICE AWAY FROM TRAFFIC
Your riding skill and your mechanical
knowledge form the foundation for safe
riding practices. We suggest that you
practice riding your motorcycle in a non-
traffic situation until you are thoroughly
familiar with your machine and its con-
trols. Again, consider taking one of the
MSF’s Rider Courses. Even experts will
be pleased with the caliber of the infor-
mation presented in these courses. As
the MSF says: “The more you know, the
better it gets!”

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CARRYING A PASSENGER
This motorcycle has a capacity of two
people. Do not attempt to ride while car-
rying more than one passenger.
Attempting to do so is very dangerous.
How to carry a passenger
Carrying a passenger, when done cor-
rectly, is a great way to share the joy of
motorcycling. You will have to alter your
riding style somewhat since the extra
weight of a passenger will affect han-
dling and braking.
You may also need to adjust tire pres-
sures and suspension; please refer to
the Tire Pressure and Loading section
and the Suspension section for more
details.
• TIRE PRESSURE AND LOADING:
(3-74)
• SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT:
(2-123)
• LOADING LIMIT: (1-39)