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Specs

New or used
Used
Availability
In stock
Colour
Glass Sparkle Black
Available colours
Glass Sparkle Black Champion YellowManufacturer spec
Displacement
1,037 ccManufacturer spec
Cylinders
2Manufacturer specDealer: 4-stroke, DOHC 90-degree V-Twin
Engine cycle
Four-strokeManufacturer specDealer: 4-stroke, DOHC 90-degree V-Twin
Cooling
Liquid-cooledManufacturer specDealer: Liquid
Transmission
ManualManufacturer specDealer: 6-speed constant mesh
Mileage
19,326 mi
Seat height
33.5 inManufacturer specDealer: 33.5 in. (850 mm)
Wheelbase
61.2 inManufacturer specDealer: 61.2 in. (1555 mm)
Ground clearance
6.5 inManufacturer specDealer: 6.5 in. (165 mm)
Wet weight
514 lbManufacturer specDealer: Curb - 514 lb. (233 kg)
Fuel capacity
5.3 galManufacturer specDealer: 5.3 gal. (20.0 l)
Model code
DL1000XAL8
VIN
JS1VU51A9J2100855
Stock #
2100855
All details from the dealer (18)
Model Type
Adventure

Chassis Features

Chassis Features
New, large diameter, tapered style handlebars have handguards with large vibration damper weights.Manufacturer spec
Chassis Features
The lower engine protector is now standard.Manufacturer spec

Electrical Features

Electrical Features
The turn signals use bright, incandescent amber bulbs with clear lenses for superb visibility in traffic.Manufacturer spec
Electrical Features
Rear tail and brake light uses LEDs, which offer higher visibility and greater durability than bulbs.Manufacturer spec

Engine Features

Engine Features
Pistons were engineered with use of FEM analysis to achieve ideal rigidity and weight.Manufacturer spec

Brakes/Wheels/Tires

Brakes
Front - Tokico 4-piston calipers, Disc, twin Rear - Nissin, 2-piston, Disc singleManufacturer spec
Tires
Front - 110/80R-19 M/C 59V, tubeless Rear - 150/70R-17 M/C 69V, tubelessManufacturer spec

Dimensions

Length
Overall - 89.8 in. (2280 mm)Manufacturer spec
Height
Overall - 57.9 in. (1470 mm)Manufacturer spec
Width
Overall - 36.6 in. (930 mm)Manufacturer spec

Electrical

Lighting
12V 65W (H9 high-beam) & 12V 55W (H7 low-beam) Tail Light - LEDManufacturer spec

Engine

Bore x Stroke
3.937 x 2.598 in. (100.0 x 66.0 mm)Manufacturer spec
Clutch
Wet, multi-plate typeManufacturer spec
Fuel System
Suzuki Fuel Injection, SDTV-equippedManufacturer spec
Ignition
Electronic ignition (Transistorized)Manufacturer spec
Lubrication
Wet SumpManufacturer spec

Operational

Suspension
Front - Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped Rear - Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil dampedManufacturer spec

From the dealer's page

Introduced in 2002, the V-Strom 1000 expanded the popularity of motorcycles in the adventure-category. When a more proficient V-Strom 1000 ABS debuted in 2014, it was also embraced by riders around the world. To reemphasize the V-Strom’s leadership in this category, Suzuki applies new technology and practical experience to the new 2018 V-Strom 1000XT. Always a good citizen, this new V-Strom has refined systems to maintain engine performance and great fuel economy while achieving world-wide emission standards. To emphasize Suzuki’s adventure heritage the V-Strom’s exterior has undergone a transformation giving the motorcycle a hint of its lineage and a renewed call for adventure. That fresh styling also contributes to functionality and joins the new Motion Track Anti-lock* & Combined Brake System and other features to bring rider assist technology to a new group of adventure riders. Like every V-Strom before it, the equipment, the appeal and value of the 2018 V-Strom 1000XT will be recognized by experienced and enthusiastic riders. If you want to enjoy a trouble-free adventure as well, join them on a V-Strom.

Price history

Tracked since Oct 4, 2026 · last checked 4h ago

Price details as printed by the dealer

  1. Price$6,495
  2. Dealer Handling+ $75

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Timeline

  1. First seen

    Oct 4, 2026

Market context

Comp set: 2016–2020 Suzuki V-Strom 1000XT · 1 listing

Fewer than three comparable units are indexed, so there is no honest median to compare against yet. We would rather show nothing than a number we cannot stand behind.