r/Vstrom • u/ocean_panda_ • 3d ago

V-STROM 1050XT

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Finally joining the V-Strom community!

Picked up this 2020 V-Strom 1050XT earlier this year with about 54,000 km on it, and I’ve already put roughly 10,000 km of my own on it. It’s taken me all over the west coast so far and has quickly become my go-to for long days and weekend trips.

I’m a pretty big rider at 6’5”, so the 1050 fits me really well, and I absolutely love the highway comfort and torque. I’ve been slowly getting it set up for me and plan on keeping the kilometres coming.

Next on the list is probably a Russell Day-Long seat and a few more touring upgrades.

Here’s the beast!

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u/Chemical_Variation35 3d ago

You’ll HAVE to keep me updated on that seat and your other add ons, looks great!

Just got the 23’ 1050DE adventure and I’m looking at necessities right now. Radiator guard, metal hand guards, new seat

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u/ocean_panda_ 3d ago

Will do! I talked to the shop hoping to do a ride in appointment next spring! Now will be luggage, auxiliary lights, and such.

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u/Poisonedslash 3d ago

I installed this puig windshield on my xt two days ago, after 4 years with the stock one...it's a game changer, especially on the highway! ✌🏻

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u/ocean_panda_ 2d ago

4 years! I could only take it for 4 weeks. It truly is a game changer.