Question 1

Is the Suzuki DL1000 reliable?

Accepted Answer

The Suzuki DL1000 has 21 total NHTSA complaints across 2 model years. The most reliable years are 2012 (6 complaints). Years to avoid: 2014 (15 complaints).

Question 2

What years of the Suzuki DL1000 should I avoid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the 2014 Suzuki DL1000. The 2014 model has the most complaints (15) with the top issue being FUEL SYSTEM.

Question 3

What is the best year for the Suzuki DL1000?

Accepted Answer

The best years for the Suzuki DL1000 are 2012 (6 complaints). These years have the fewest reported issues to NHTSA.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2014	15	MOTORCYCLE STALLS WHEN ENGAGING THROTTLE. THE MOTO...	Below Average
2012	6	TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SUZUKI DL1000 MOTORCYC...	Above Average

Suzuki DL1000 — All Years

Suzuki DL1000 — NHTSA Complaints by Year

Best Years to Buy

Years to Avoid