Highland 950 V2 vs Suzuki DL 1000 V-Strom (2003)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Highland 950 V2stacks up against the Suzuki DL 1000 V-Strom. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Highland 950 V2 | Suzuki DL 1000 V-Strom |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2001 | 2003 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 950 cc | 996 cc |
| Horsepower | 76 hp | 98 hp |
| Torque | — | 101 Nm |
| Weight | 145 kg | 207 kg |
| Seat height | 36 mm | 33 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 5.8 L | 5.8 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Tires | 90/90-21 / 140/80-18 | 110/80-19 / 150/70-17 |
Highland 950 V2 vs Suzuki DL 1000 V-Strom — which should you buy?
Picking between the Highland 950 V2 and the Suzuki DL 1000 V-Strom usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Highland 950 V2 brings 76 hp in a 145 kg package, while the Suzuki DL 1000 V-Strom counters with 98 hp at 207 kg.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: