Suzuki along with its Chinese partner Haojue is developing an entry-level, 160cc adventure motorcycle that appears to be the basis of the new V-Strom 160. At least that’s what can be inferred by the design of the motorcycle, after looking at the patent images that were leaked recently.
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Designed by Suzuki’s Chinese partner, Haojue
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Design hints towards a Suzuki V-Strom 160 in development
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162cc, single cylinder engine makes 15hp and 14Nm
Suzuki V-Strom 160 design details
The motorcycle in the images seems to have borrowed design cues from Suzuki’s V-Strom 1050 that in turn is inspired by the legendary Suzuki DR Big motorcycle.
The prominent beak at the front looks like the big Suzuki V-Strom, while the vertically stacked headlamp is most likely going to be an all-LED unit. We expect the indicators and tail light to be LEDs too.
Above the headlamp, there is a large windscreen,…