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**inspiron** · 11-23-2007, 10:47 AM

I think that the primary difference is the old "V-2" versus "I-4" discussion. The V-Strom is a V-twin, which gives you more torque and more vibration. The Bandit is an inline 4, which is smoother and quieter, but also heavier. You really need to ride both and see which appeals more to you. I prefer 3- or 4-cylinder engines ... the V-twin never did it for me.

11-23-2007, 10:47 AM	#3 (permalink)
inspiron Muscle Biker Joined: Jul 2004 Bike: Blue Suzuki GSX 1400 (2003) Location: Canton Basel-Land, Switzerland (47.4493, 7.76536) Posts: 11,947	I think that the primary difference is the old "V-2" versus "I-4" discussion. The V-Strom is a V-twin, which gives you more torque and more vibration. The Bandit is an inline 4, which is smoother and quieter, but also heavier. You really need to ride both and see which appeals more to you. I prefer 3- or 4-cylinder engines ... the V-twin never did it for me. __________________ There is nothing worse than aggressive stupidity. - Johann Wolfgang von Goethe blog: gsx1400