We tested the XT variant of the V-Strom,
which is the ‘bells and whistles’ version.
There’s a $3000 premium over the standard
model, which gets you the following:
• Wire wheels (instead of cast)
• Cruise control
• Dual-mode cornering ABS (instead of plain
ABS)
• Hill-hold control
• Two-position adjustable seat height
• 12v under seat socket
• Centre stand
• Adjustable screen
• Engine covers and hand guards
• LED indicators
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