I've been waiting for this bike review for a while, because I bought one last October. The review is excellent. Mines just had it's first service, 600 miles, £120, now I can properly cane it. The biggest surprise for me was how a bike with plenty of grunt and good handling can be everyday friendly. Filtering, yes, town riding yes, terrifying speeds...fxxk yes. The K5...modernised of course, is the holy grail of engines and is spot on, and basic rider aids are enough not to spoil the riding experience. That quickshifter though is worth its weight in gold...I can't think that quickly. I've tail tidied mine, removed rear foot pegs and fitted bar ends. It actually looks more aggressive, if that's even possible. Downsides, confusing and hard to see screen, the plastics under the pillion seat look cheap and the 1000 logo is to small. If you've spent the extra buying a litre bike people need to know. As for the subjective headlight unit, its like nothing I've ever seen, its a brave move on such a great bike, , but maybe thats the point, so I'm OK with it, and for 11k I'm most certainly OK with it.
Well said mate. My missus just got an 07 Z1000 which has a retuned version of the 2000-2003 ZX9R engine. It was a very good price and it is an absolute ROCKET! Will sit at 30mph in 6th and if you roll it on ot picks up smoothly AND hard. Id quite like to have a go on one of the new GSX's just for the experience and the fun of it. Great value for money!
Thanks for another good review. I’m glad to see the Suzi staying with 4-cyl while many have retreated to the cost savings of parallel twins. For my money you can’t beat the smoothness of a four. Thanks again.
Cheers for another good quality review. With all the current obsession with the hyper-naked class (a genre of bikes I've never quite got), its nice to see Suzuki turning out a secent bike which, in the hands of most riders, is probably 95% as capable as the current offerings from Ducati and KTM but at about 60% of the price. There's a few aspects of the looks I'm not sure about, but then, most of the Hyper-naked's wouldn't win any beauty competitions. As far as the headlamps are concerned, there seems to be a trend at the moment for manufacturers thinking that they've got to do something new and radical with headlamps, when round ones have served us perfectly well for decades.
Coincidentally rode out to my local Suzuki dealer yesterday to take a look at this and the faired GSXS1000GT, must say both look fantastic and sound great, value for money too, Cheers Andy.
Great review. When you did the walk round I thought the bike had been sprayed with mud rather than it being part of the panel design. I agree it doesn't really work. I would be forever trying to clean it off 😁
Great video 👍. I also liked the old headlight. When I first saw this bike I thought it was hideous, but after seeing it more and more, it's kinda growing on me. That may be influenced by hearing such good feedback about it being a great bike to ride.
I agree with you on that front end the lights look okay but the instrument panel looking from the front of the bike looks a bit lost. I like the look of the 1000gt version. For the money needs a few more bells and whistles I think great review as always
Yoo, Hello sir and nice to come to your channel again after so long. Your content has improved a lot - and I really really appreciate the detailed overview of the bike at the end there. For instance, i didnt know that the front shocks were adjustable - nice. Great and much improved content sir, not that the old one was not ;)
Excellent review I really enjoy your professionalism. I am in the process of purchasing a 2022. I also like your video when you read through the motorcycle newspapers cheers.
had a test ride on gt version - really impressed with engine and fueling - nice size fot 5' 7'' and super nice quickshifter - sat on one of these and really liked the compactness and short wheelbase - i bet you could really progress - a B-road delight
Totally agree on the light set up Andy I like the bike I think the lights on the older model looked better it certainly has enough grunt for the road and anything else as far as I am concerned, the GT one looks good too : )
Great video as always. Heated grips are available as an option. The pre order ones in Oz you got the heated grips included my Blue one should be here in a few days. They have just been released in Australia.
Thanks Andy, I do enjoy joining you on these jaunts on bikes that I'm unable to ride myself (just too little and weedy I'm afraid) I enjoyed my SV650 2014 a lot several years ago and it seems Suzuki are still putting out very capable and reasonably priced bikes. :>)
I agree with you Mr Flyer the grey colour of the 2022 Suzuki gsx s1000 is a lot nice saw one online very cool. Seat height is a bit big 810 mm. However it does look a great bike. Can’t wait to see more reviews on this like the lights etc. Ps. Glad you got your Royal Enfield interceptor back.
Nicely done TMF. A nice bike, pity about the washing machine spares front end although you don't see it riding from behind. I'm sure I've heard that set of words said before.....
Nice looking bike, except, as you and many others have said, those front lights look odd, but probably only as they are different. I'd suggest putting a single headlight and with the saving, heated grips as standard, then in that price range it could be right up there. Love the colour too, but would a toss up with that or the black for me. Can't wait to see the indepth, can we live with this bike video.
Great vid as always! Hear nothing but good things about this bike, same with other Suzukis, but let down by its looks, same with other Suzukis… the only Suzuki I really like the look of at the moment, just in terms of appearance, is the VStrom 250. Looks are subjective though, I’m sure there’s loads of people who will really love the looks of the S1000.
More than I could ever use on the road. Great value again from Suzuki. Almost everything you need and nothing you don't. But all uk special bikes should have heated grips and a USB point as standard. Nightmare to clean though. That would get to me. But like it. Good one. Happy travels 👍
Great stuff, it might not be up there with the hyper nakeds, but on the rd nobody is going to leave you behind on this. Good bike, Great value.. OK looks.
I rather like the headlight, can't get along with the odd camo pattern though. I think if they did an 'R' version with a focus on performance it would do well, the engine pedigree is undeniable!
I think there's a good reason for sticking with LCD displays: The majority of TFTs are rubbish in bright sunlight. Me, I even think that for most purposes good old dial ones still are the best choice. The old nick name of "Mouse's cinema" for the small screens still says it best, I guess. Once you know the instruments, you don't even really have to look at the dials any more, you see the positions of the indicators from the corner of your eye and can stay focussed on the road.
@@KEVINTHETECHNINJA. Hm. I really wonder since when the Missenden Flyer holds a telephone number that either matches Bangladeshian or Rajasthan. Hm, hm, hm. 🤔 A case for Jim Browning?
Well done Suzuki made a great road bike at a great price headlights are like marmite love them or hate them I don’t mind them . The Blue looks great could do with a headlight screen and tail tidy then it would be finished . Andy when you doing a Ducati street fighter v2 review . Let’s hope for some better weather so we can get out and enjoy keep up the reviews good to watch them cheers buddy
Great review as always TMF. I assume you’ll be leaving it for the in depth review but an important question we need the answer to is will Chops’ Big Mac meal fit under the seat 😁
Nice fair review. I really like it, although not in this colour. Both the other options are much more flattering imo, although I like the headlight design regardless. Be interesting to see how useful it is as night but I'm sure you'll get to that. The display is a bit disappointing but not a deal breaker for me & if you turn it up to max brightness it's not too bad supposedly. I genuinely think it's one of the best value bikes on the market at the mo & I'm definitely considering it. Looking forward to more content from you on it.
@@marksimpson5218 Yes & no imo. It would've been easy & they really should've (& probably will at some point) but they've built the GSXS down to the lowest price possible which is it's USP in this category. Plus a non-premium road going naked really doesn't need one where as the GT is an out & out tourer gunning for the Kawasaki & does need a TFT to compete & be able to offer sat nav & all the toys etc.
I was fortunate enough to have one of these for a few days last year, and really impressed with the engine and handling, especially when you consider the price and a 3 year warranty! The quick shifter and the blipper is one of the smoothest i have ever used. I agree with regards the camouflage look on the panels, for me it doesn't work, but i guess that's a personal thing, similar with the headlights, but really worked well at night. After riding this i actually ordered the GSX S100GT without the Luggage, which i thought was unbelievably even better value and hopefully suits my preferred riding position better than the naked version, due to a long term right knee injury.
Definitely a lot of bike for the money. Gotta say I like the headlights, but it'd be a dull world if we all liked the same things. The camouflage panels look like a homemade temporary repair, but other than that, it looks like a good 'un. I agree about the coloured wheels too - very nice.
I like the looks - not pretty but "functional" I usually find attractive. This seems like a great bike. More character than the cb1000r. Not a show bike like the v4 streetfighter or as exotic as a Tuono. Nor a hyper moto like the Super Duke. But a strong, straightforward 1000, and my fave if unfashionable I4, I like it. Maybe the updated mt10 will trump it. But I doubt that.
Put fat bar conversion on my gsxr 1000 k6 no mods to the body work and does the job for me low mileage,, love the motor suzuki would like the gxs with the panniers if I'd more money 💷💷💷😊😊😊😊😊😊😊☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️From Northern Ireland great video
It seems an awesome motorcycle... Personally, I love the headlight, but get why others would not be a fan. I very much hope I can grab a demo on one soon... Looking to replace my Gixer 750 🙂
That "camouflage" look is actually "Flake" carbon moulding. It is the latest trend in hyper-cars now. The "weaved" carbon fibre mouldings are just so last year now. You must try to keeping up to date, granddad.
The thing about the wheels - if you're (I feel a significant number of people are - that I've met) in any capacity bothered by aesthetics and cleanliness - anything but black/dark won't do. Brake dust, chain sling (bar shaft) will make short work of it. I very much like the looks of the contrasting bright rims on Aprillias and KTMs but the stuff on the black ones on my Honda visible only upon closer inspection I keep scrubbing off just ruins the idea for me :)
I love this bike great engine, I don’t mind the front light, the camouflage on side I hate! it just makes it look dirty! Look forward to your long term on it!
My third gen sv650 has a similarly textured panel in the same place. It’s the only spot that has that texture and serves zero purpose. It’s too far forward for grip and adds nothing to the looks
Hell, I thought that plastic panel had serious damage until he explained it was deliberate. Looks like the first stop on the way home from the dealer is a hardware store to buy a can of spray paint to fix it.
I think this bike looks much better than the previous style. I hated that big headlight in the front. I found one of these for 500 bucks cheaper than msrp with only 10 miles real close to where I live. May go check it out this weekend!
Bloke, thank you kindly for a cold damp ride on our behalf. Do you know how many times you(and others) have said how looks are subjective and the sentence has washed over me? Until now! When the mt07 & 09 came out, I heard time and again of the genius of the machines. They really rewrote the rule book and fair play to Yam for it. But.....and I mean but with a capital BU.......those front abominations that someone decided were a good idea for a light, totally wrote the the entire machines off(and still do) for me. Shame......great machines that I will never even contemplate buying, purely based on the looks. Fast-forward to this machine and Suzy do the same trick. Except, I am totally baffled to admit that Suzy have done very similar with this headlight.........and I absolutely love it.......who'd have seen that coming?! It really is a stand-out feature for me that, amongst the other positives you mention, has me seriously delving into my finances to assess whether I could put one on my drive. Hence now, all the times folk have said looks are subjective.....I really do get it properly, now. There's nowt as queer as folk, eh chap?! Looking forward to your longer term comments, shortly........(erm, I mean in the next few days/weeks.......I wasn't personally calling you, 'shortly'........honest.....😳) !! Keep smilin, geezer
It does look better in the flesh, the blue one is nice, but the grey, which some say looks like primer! does it for me. As you mention, that LCD screen needs to be a TFT. Did think you were subbing as a fast food delivery rider though!
Hi Andy Liked the video and am looking forward to your long term review. I believe the honda Cb1000r is the bikes main rival. Of the two bikes which do you think is best? The two bikes have very simular specifications. The Mt10 is different due to its cross plane crank and the s1000r is much more powerful. Regards Chris
TMF! Thanks for producing another great review, I ended up buying a Katana 2020. I know these bikes are very similar but since you've spent time with both how different do you think they are?
TMF,remains my favourite bike channel. This looks a real solid bike, a bit pricey at £11k,but I guess you could get one of these and an Interceptor for about £16k?......😉
Great review Andy. These are a great bike for the money but for me [as with your good self] I can't get past the headlight design. It ruins the bike for me. What a shame. The new GT however has the same lights placed side by side which looks a lot better. Also it's a shame they did not fit this naked version with the GT's excellent TFT. The new 2022 Katana has the same updated motor and electronics as this bike and also the new quickshifter and personally I prefer the Katana's looks to this variant. The Kat also now comes in a lovely deep blue with gold forks and gold wheels which look fab. Keep up the good work and ride safe mate.
Your comment about high reving to overcome the hill holder underscores a problem I've noted on every BMW riden. First gears are always too tall. First gear should get the cycle easily moving and overcoming inertia to remain at rest. With 6 speeds there is plenty of space to lower first gear.
Another excellent review Mr Flyer! One thing I cant understand here is why they are still using the K5 engine, I appreciate it has been modernised but a bit of me thinks but it’s still a very old engine so surely there must be some downsides? As a long time Suzuki fan (first bike was a GSX-R600) I’ve felt for sometime that their goal/ethos has been to churn out decent but average bikes at a reasonable price. They’ve sort of given up trying to lead any field and are happy with also-ran status.
@@TheMissendenFlyer my take is the motorcycle part of the business is being run by leaders trying to squeeze profit from existing developments. I may of course be completely wrong and I’d love for someone in the know to explain why they are in this instance still using the K5 engine although it’s doubtful anyone would publicly share these types of decisions with a random dude on the internet!
Nice bike and nice first ride review but I’ve recently watched your excellent review of the Yamaha MT10 which I’m considering. It’s clear from your overall tone which bike is more fun, which to me is the whole point of this class.
@@randomblades I owned a 18 plate R (with no unusual vibrations) for two years (now ride a S1000RR) and have ridden the new one. The vibes were largely cured in 2015 and then additionally reduced again in 2017. I have ridden a couple of older ones that had awful vibrations between 5-6000rpm and for earlier models it was a big problem although oddly it didn't affect every bike! It was/is fairly easily solved with either after-market bar end or steering damper. If you go for a ride and want to test it out, it normally happens around 5-6,000rpm if it's going to happen! Happy hunting!
@@LeeXRV Thanks for the info! How are you finding the rr in comparison? That was another consideration but slightly concerned about comfort levels on longer rides, and I’m sure that extra power isn’t really needed for the road. Nice to have though. I believe the new one is comfortable.
@@randomblades I love the RR, it feels wild, makes a superb noise even with the stock can but is very different to the single R. The sports bike position and eagerness to turn in took some getting used to but it's brilliant really and I do love it. I commute on it (outside of COVID times). I would suggest the single R is probably a better road bike though, sitting up gives you a better view, it feels more relaxed/stable and another downside of the RR is the insurance is massively more expensive than the single R. My insurance went up by about 50% for the double R. The other problem with the double R is really it's just far too fast for British roads, if you hit the rev limiter in 1st you'll be doing nearly 100mph. I'm not advocating this but if you look at youtube channel (Gizmo S1K) you'll see how crazy it is when ridden hard. I do love it but need to keep my license so I definitely do not ride like he does! On both though I love the comforts they have (heated grips, cruise control, quick shifter and the electronics package). The Single R uses the same base engine as the RR but without the wild cams/ECU changes. The other thing is the Single R is arguably too fast anyway for our roads (Baron Von Grumble covers it in his video titled BWM S1000R Naked Review) which is old(ish) but worth a watch!
Thanks for another good video. l thought l was the only one who was not for the 'camouflage' bits. To me camouflage and Carbon Fibre, real or not, detract visually from the looks of a bike. l know this is a personal view. l understand the weight savings and strength of the material but if l were able to choose l would avoid it. l clearly remember going into a bike shop and seeing a sign on a bike bearing a bright yellow sticker saying if you have had a fall or suspect you have damaged the CF do not ride, it may kill you! l have never trusted the material since then. Granted that was many years ago but given the regularity that some mountainbike youtubers seem to crack or break the material on their bikes, it makes you wonder about whether it is overhyped in the strength department. l sometimes wonder at what point safety, durability and overall peace of mind are less important than weight and claimed performance gains. l will pick safety and durability any day. So l always find it interesting to see that nowadays some wheels are made of the material, some handlebars and so on. l know some people are worried about weight and all that but how many of these actually race their bikes competitively or even socially? So it makes no sense to me but people are free to choose. l suppose people like the fact that they can brag about CF bits on their bikes which are also extremely price, another reason l am not a fan.
Suzuki owner here, that engine is a wonderful thing in an economic package. My money would be in the GT version that gets a few more gadgets, same engine though
The pcp on my SV650 finishes this year and have no clue what I’m getting next. The gsx-s 1000 is on the very varied list, along with the z900rs the mt09sp the street triple rs and maybe the new xsr 900. Don’t like the seat they’ve put on it though Any plans to test that bike ?
I have to agree with you about the headlight and I've noticed Yamaha have a similar design on their new MT range, just with spheres instead of squares. Suzuki and Yamaha appear to be taking design queues from eachother when they should be looking at...well everyone else. In my own opinion of course.
I could get over the looks but they make the bike a lot harder to be seen by other drivers, having a single tiny projector headlight and no amber running lights.
I'm in agreement with you on all you've said here, that camo looks odd. However Suzuki have always been up there with the best of the Japanese bikes but at a cheaper price point hence the simple led gauge, always good value for your hard earned though. 🙂👍
I prefer the look of the previous version but it did need some updates. But, hard to complain looks-wise because they've got you covered with 3 different looking bikes with similar engines. This, the Katana and the GT and all around the same price.
I think for $11,299 (US) there is no better value for 150 hp, and I’m sure it’s a blast to ride and good quality. And the blue wheels are sharp, I’m bias because my DRZ-SM has blue wheels. But that front end, good lord… that’s a face only a mother could love! I know looks are subjective but wow.
Seems like a great road bike and not crazy expensive. Hey I was wondering, are you going to test ride the 2021+ Yamaha MT09 or 2022 XSR900? (both with new CP3 and IMU)? Would be cool to see what you think of both of them. 👍
Good review. Sounds like a good bike. It could appeal , although I do agree about the headlight . Not my cup of tea. The new GSX-S1000GT version has a much better looking light, and has a fairing and is more sport tourer and pillion friendly. Now that really interests me, along with the Tracer 9 GT.
Hi Andy, good all round bike………shame the road conditions aren’t great for a 1000cc beast atm! Was Just wondering when your test of the CRF300L is coming on the channel………..as I pick mine up 1st March!!
I think the black camo is mimicking injection moulded carbon fibre it’s referred to as camo but that doesn’t look like the intention- of all the bikes I’ve tested recently it’s my favourite..so beautifully set up..I think it would be nuts to not buy this bike on a head lamp taste issue…I appreciate that people don’t always like new led or projector lamps or how they’re packaged but would a big round light go with the angular styling.. ?
@@TheMissendenFlyer yes I’ve toyed with a cover thought myself .. it’s a scale thing these small lights look different if you put old type bike lights at their scale on a car they’d look weird ( huge) it’s what were used to I suppose-
The engine on this is a peach, but I think for the money, I would have to go for the GT variant, between looks, cornering ABS and Cruise the GT is just a better option for a long term bike. That said, this little guy (pffft little) would make a first rate commuter. One thing that caught my eye instantly, and it may just be me, but does it look like someone was practising their welding on those frame rails? Maybe it was just the way it came out on camera, but those look mahoosive to me in relation to the rail itself 😀
I’m not even that old but struggled to get my leg over this without dislocating my hip! The rear cowl is very high for a 5’6” chap. Nice bike, but I agree, not keen on the “Dr Who” front end.
Genuinely considering a 1000cc naked as my next bike, don't see any need for 200bhp and a £20k price tag so this bikes definitely on the radar but in terms of styling I'm not quite sure and I'm currently leaning more towards the cb1000r as it's not aesthetically 'challenging'.
I was also put off by that headlight, until I saw it "in person" at the dealer and then ... I don't know, it didn't bother me that much. But I do agree that some manufacturers have a weird take on integrating the LED stuff. Maybe for the next update they'll do a better job
Totally agree you on the plastic & the headlight? 🤮 But I will go one further how about things like the mudguard all the other black stuff around the rest of the bike what is going on with manufacturers these days black everywhere & to top it off the black things aren't even painted its just plastic really come on!! 🙄 Great little video TMF 👌🏻👍🏻
I've been waiting for this bike review for a while, because I bought one last October. The review is excellent. Mines just had it's first service, 600 miles, £120, now I can properly cane it. The biggest surprise for me was how a bike with plenty of grunt and good handling can be everyday friendly. Filtering, yes, town riding yes, terrifying speeds...fxxk yes. The K5...modernised of course, is the holy grail of engines and is spot on, and basic rider aids are enough not to spoil the riding experience. That quickshifter though is worth its weight in gold...I can't think that quickly. I've tail tidied mine, removed rear foot pegs and fitted bar ends. It actually looks more aggressive, if that's even possible. Downsides, confusing and hard to see screen, the plastics under the pillion seat look cheap and the 1000 logo is to small. If you've spent the extra buying a litre bike people need to know. As for the subjective headlight unit, its like nothing I've ever seen, its a brave move on such a great bike, , but maybe thats the point, so I'm OK with it, and for 11k I'm most certainly OK with it.
Well said mate. My missus just got an 07 Z1000 which has a retuned version of the 2000-2003 ZX9R engine. It was a very good price and it is an absolute ROCKET! Will sit at 30mph in 6th and if you roll it on ot picks up smoothly AND hard.
Id quite like to have a go on one of the new GSX's just for the experience and the fun of it. Great value for money!
Thanks for the feedback Gary!
Lots of reviews of this model in recent weeks by different TH-camrs. Do a search.
Yes people do need to know!
Thanks for another good review. I’m glad to see the Suzi staying with 4-cyl while many have retreated to the cost savings of parallel twins. For my money you can’t beat the smoothness of a four. Thanks again.
I agree! Just wish there were some small capacity ones….
been waiting for this for so long!
Cheers for another good quality review. With all the current obsession with the hyper-naked class (a genre of bikes I've never quite got), its nice to see Suzuki turning out a secent bike which, in the hands of most riders, is probably 95% as capable as the current offerings from Ducati and KTM but at about 60% of the price. There's a few aspects of the looks I'm not sure about, but then, most of the Hyper-naked's wouldn't win any beauty competitions. As far as the headlamps are concerned, there seems to be a trend at the moment for manufacturers thinking that they've got to do something new and radical with headlamps, when round ones have served us perfectly well for decades.
Got to say, I quite like the headlight arrangement, looks kinda like a Grom on steroids 😆 Great upload as always TMF 👍🏻
Thank you James and glad to hear you like it!
Coincidentally rode out to my local Suzuki dealer yesterday to take a look at this and the faired GSXS1000GT, must say both look fantastic and sound great, value for money too, Cheers Andy.
Great review. When you did the walk round I thought the bike had been sprayed with mud rather than it being part of the panel design. I agree it doesn't really work. I would be forever trying to clean it off 😁
Great video 👍. I also liked the old headlight. When I first saw this bike I thought it was hideous, but after seeing it more and more, it's kinda growing on me. That may be influenced by hearing such good feedback about it being a great bike to ride.
I like the headlight but it is personal choice cheers for your review and time from Cornwall 🏴👍💯😀
Cheers Dave!
Great value motorcycle. Excellent review and looking forward to your lessons learned video.
Stay tuned!
I agree with you on that front end the lights look okay but the instrument panel looking from the front of the bike looks a bit lost. I like the look of the 1000gt version. For the money needs a few more bells and whistles I think great review as always
Yoo, Hello sir and nice to come to your channel again after so long. Your content has improved a lot - and I really really appreciate the detailed overview of the bike at the end there. For instance, i didnt know that the front shocks were adjustable - nice. Great and much improved content sir, not that the old one was not ;)
Welcome back!
Excellent review I really enjoy your professionalism. I am in the process of purchasing a 2022. I also like your video when you read through the motorcycle newspapers cheers.
Awesome! Thank you!
had a test ride on gt version - really impressed with engine and fueling - nice size fot 5' 7'' and super nice quickshifter - sat on one of these and really liked the compactness and short wheelbase - i bet you could really progress - a B-road delight
Good first look video again TMF.
Great review as always. Looks good and a shame about those headlights- makes the front look like it is missing the fairing
That style of headlight has grown on me ever since the new mt09 came out, hated that to start with but quite like it now really same with this gsx
Totally agree on the light set up Andy I like the bike I think the lights on the older model looked better it certainly has enough grunt for the road and anything else as far as I am concerned, the GT one looks good too : )
Yes I’m getting the GT for review soon!
Great video as always. Heated grips are available as an option. The pre order ones in Oz you got the heated grips included my Blue one should be here in a few days. They have just been released in Australia.
Congratulations on the new bike Murray!
Thanks Andy, I do enjoy joining you on these jaunts on bikes that I'm unable to ride myself (just too little and weedy I'm afraid) I enjoyed my SV650 2014 a lot several years ago and it seems Suzuki are still putting out very capable and reasonably priced bikes. :>)
They sure are Peter!
I agree with you Mr Flyer the grey colour of the 2022 Suzuki gsx s1000 is a lot nice saw one online very cool. Seat height is a bit big 810 mm. However it does look a great bike. Can’t wait to see more reviews on this like the lights etc. Ps. Glad you got your Royal Enfield interceptor back.
Me too? Cheers….
Usual good review. Interesting viewing different bikes.
Cheers Grant….
Call me a silly billy, but I actually like the headlight, me thinks manufacturers should be applauded for trying something new looks wise….
Yes I agree it’s good to see something different - and I’m glad you like it!
Nicely done TMF. A nice bike, pity about the washing machine spares front end although you don't see it riding from behind. I'm sure I've heard that set of words said before.....
I love the camo plastic and the light set up
Good to hear!
I have one, bloody lovely !
Looking forward to your other videos on this Suzuki. I'm putting a deposit on one this Saturday. It should be a good complement to my BMW 1200gs.
Stay tuned…more to come!
Good value for money andy but don't like the way it threw the crude up in the radiator, keep up the good work
Nice looking bike, except, as you and many others have said, those front lights look odd, but probably only as they are different. I'd suggest putting a single headlight and with the saving, heated grips as standard, then in that price range it could be right up there. Love the colour too, but would a toss up with that or the black for me. Can't wait to see the indepth, can we live with this bike video.
I've never been so quick to hit the play button
Great vid as always! Hear nothing but good things about this bike, same with other Suzukis, but let down by its looks, same with other Suzukis… the only Suzuki I really like the look of at the moment, just in terms of appearance, is the VStrom 250. Looks are subjective though, I’m sure there’s loads of people who will really love the looks of the S1000.
Yes there have been a few comments here saying that they like the looks…
More than I could ever use on the road. Great value again from Suzuki. Almost everything you need and nothing you don't.
But all uk special bikes should have heated grips and a USB point as standard.
Nightmare to clean though. That would get to me.
But like it.
Good one. Happy travels 👍
Cheers as ever TT!
Great stuff, it might not be up there with the hyper nakeds, but on the rd nobody is going to leave you behind on this. Good bike, Great value.. OK looks.
I rather like the headlight, can't get along with the odd camo pattern though. I think if they did an 'R' version with a focus on performance it would do well, the engine pedigree is undeniable!
The colour scheme is one of the best out there.
Nice review as normal. But the design doesn't really float my boat but I'm a fairly old boat mind 🤣🤣
Yey!! We're kids again 🥳🥳🥳
@@KEVINTHETECHNINJA. what do you mean?
I knew you wouldn't like the lights 😀 I quite like them something a little different but have to agree with you on the camo plastics
Well it’s all a matter of personal taste!
Didn't care for some of Suzuki's previous naked bikes ,but I think this one looks great.
I think there's a good reason for sticking with LCD displays: The majority of TFTs are rubbish in bright sunlight. Me, I even think that for most purposes good old dial ones still are the best choice. The old nick name of "Mouse's cinema" for the small screens still says it best, I guess. Once you know the instruments, you don't even really have to look at the dials any more, you see the positions of the indicators from the corner of your eye and can stay focussed on the road.
@@KEVINTHETECHNINJA. Hm. I really wonder since when the Missenden Flyer holds a telephone number that either matches Bangladeshian or Rajasthan.
Hm, hm, hm. 🤔 A case for Jim Browning?
Well done Suzuki made a great road bike at a great price headlights are like marmite love them or hate them I don’t mind them . The Blue looks great could do with a headlight screen and tail tidy then it would be finished . Andy when you doing a Ducati street fighter v2 review . Let’s hope for some better weather so we can get out and enjoy keep up the reviews good to watch them cheers buddy
Coming soon stay tuned!
Great review as always TMF. I assume you’ll be leaving it for the in depth review but an important question we need the answer to is will Chops’ Big Mac meal fit under the seat 😁
That is the question!
That front light looks like Darth Vader when he removed his helmet, to have a proper look at Luke just before he died. Yak!
Thank you mr Flyer!
He he!!
Nice fair review. I really like it, although not in this colour. Both the other options are much more flattering imo, although I like the headlight design regardless. Be interesting to see how useful it is as night but I'm sure you'll get to that. The display is a bit disappointing but not a deal breaker for me & if you turn it up to max brightness it's not too bad supposedly. I genuinely think it's one of the best value bikes on the market at the mo & I'm definitely considering it. Looking forward to more content from you on it.
Yes it is lovely to ride and great value for sure…
It seems odd, Suzuki didn’t put on the tft dash which is now on the new GT tourer.
@@marksimpson5218 Yes & no imo. It would've been easy & they really should've (& probably will at some point) but they've built the GSXS down to the lowest price possible which is it's USP in this category. Plus a non-premium road going naked really doesn't need one where as the GT is an out & out tourer gunning for the Kawasaki & does need a TFT to compete & be able to offer sat nav & all the toys etc.
I was fortunate enough to have one of these for a few days last year, and really impressed with the engine and handling, especially when you consider the price and a 3 year warranty! The quick shifter and the blipper is one of the smoothest i have ever used. I agree with regards the camouflage look on the panels, for me it doesn't work, but i guess that's a personal thing, similar with the headlights, but really worked well at night. After riding this i actually ordered the GSX S100GT without the Luggage, which i thought was unbelievably even better value and hopefully suits my preferred riding position better than the naked version, due to a long term right knee injury.
Yes I’m looking forward to riding the GT soon!
Definitely a lot of bike for the money. Gotta say I like the headlights, but it'd be a dull world if we all liked the same things. The camouflage panels look like a homemade temporary repair, but other than that, it looks like a good 'un. I agree about the coloured wheels too - very nice.
Yes cool aren’t they
My favorite 1000cc naked bike
I like the looks - not pretty but "functional" I usually find attractive. This seems like a great bike. More character than the cb1000r. Not a show bike like the v4 streetfighter or as exotic as a Tuono. Nor a hyper moto like the Super Duke. But a strong, straightforward 1000, and my fave if unfashionable I4, I like it. Maybe the updated mt10 will trump it. But I doubt that.
Put fat bar conversion on my gsxr 1000 k6 no mods to the body work and does the job for me low mileage,, love the motor suzuki would like the gxs with the panniers if I'd more money 💷💷💷😊😊😊😊😊😊😊☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️From Northern Ireland great video
It seems an awesome motorcycle... Personally, I love the headlight, but get why others would not be a fan. I very much hope I can grab a demo on one soon... Looking to replace my Gixer 750 🙂
That "camouflage" look is actually "Flake" carbon moulding. It is the latest trend in hyper-cars now. The "weaved" carbon fibre mouldings are just so last year now. You must try to keeping up to date, granddad.
The thing about the wheels - if you're (I feel a significant number of people are - that I've met) in any capacity bothered by aesthetics and cleanliness - anything but black/dark won't do.
Brake dust, chain sling (bar shaft) will make short work of it. I very much like the looks of the contrasting bright rims on Aprillias and KTMs but the stuff on the black ones on my Honda visible only upon closer inspection I keep scrubbing off just ruins the idea for me :)
I love this bike great engine, I don’t mind the front light, the camouflage on side I hate! it just makes it look dirty! Look forward to your long term on it!
My third gen sv650 has a similarly textured panel in the same place. It’s the only spot that has that texture and serves zero purpose. It’s too far forward for grip and adds nothing to the looks
Hell, I thought that plastic panel had serious damage until he explained it was deliberate. Looks like the first stop on the way home from the dealer is a hardware store to buy a can of spray paint to fix it.
Old engine
@@rwalton159 yes one of the best
Stay tuned!
I think this bike looks much better than the previous style. I hated that big headlight in the front. I found one of these for 500 bucks cheaper than msrp with only 10 miles real close to where I live. May go check it out this weekend!
Nice one!
Bloke, thank you kindly for a cold damp ride on our behalf. Do you know how many times you(and others) have said how looks are subjective and the sentence has washed over me? Until now! When the mt07 & 09 came out, I heard time and again of the genius of the machines. They really rewrote the rule book and fair play to Yam for it. But.....and I mean but with a capital BU.......those front abominations that someone decided were a good idea for a light, totally wrote the the entire machines off(and still do) for me. Shame......great machines that I will never even contemplate buying, purely based on the looks. Fast-forward to this machine and Suzy do the same trick. Except, I am totally baffled to admit that Suzy have done very similar with this headlight.........and I absolutely love it.......who'd have seen that coming?! It really is a stand-out feature for me that, amongst the other positives you mention, has me seriously delving into my finances to assess whether I could put one on my drive. Hence now, all the times folk have said looks are subjective.....I really do get it properly, now. There's nowt as queer as folk, eh chap?! Looking forward to your longer term comments, shortly........(erm, I mean in the next few days/weeks.......I wasn't personally calling you, 'shortly'........honest.....😳) !! Keep smilin, geezer
Cheers George - glad you like the bike, stay tuned for my in depth review soon!
I'm picking a grey one up on Saturday. Pre registered, zero miles for £9499. Excellent value for money.
That’s a bargain.
Congratulations!
It does look better in the flesh, the blue one is nice, but the grey, which some say looks like primer! does it for me.
As you mention, that LCD screen needs to be a TFT.
Did think you were subbing as a fast food delivery rider though!
Hi Andy
Liked the video and am looking forward to your long term review. I believe the honda Cb1000r is the bikes main rival. Of the two bikes which do you think is best? The two bikes have very simular specifications. The Mt10 is different due to its cross plane crank and the s1000r is much more powerful.
Regards Chris
Personally I prefer the Honda- mainly on looks grounds…
Where’s the fashion segment!?!? Great vid anyhow Mr M
I don’t make one on every video but must try harder!!
@@TheMissendenFlyer No need, you’re the original and still the best!
Another nice bike. But not sure about the headlight set up
TMF! Thanks for producing another great review, I ended up buying a Katana 2020. I know these bikes are very similar but since you've spent time with both how different do you think they are?
Very similar ride - I prefer the Katana….
What helmet camera are you using and brackets to fit to your helmet.I have drift cameras but there rubbish
Much appreciated love the bike reviews
Details in the description
Thinking of this to replace my duke 790 I want to get a 1000 next. Love the duke though....
TMF,remains my favourite bike channel.
This looks a real solid bike, a bit pricey at £11k,but I guess you could get one of these and an Interceptor for about £16k?......😉
@@KEVINTHETECHNINJA.
Hi
Is this a joke?
I wasn't aware there was a bike giveaway?
Not a very good scam,I see everyone has "randomly" been a winner.
Great review Andy. These are a great bike for the money but for me [as with your good self] I can't get past the headlight design. It ruins the bike for me. What a shame. The new GT however has the same lights placed side by side which looks a lot better. Also it's a shame they did not fit this naked version with the GT's excellent TFT. The new 2022 Katana has the same updated motor and electronics as this bike and also the new quickshifter and personally I prefer the Katana's looks to this variant. The Kat also now comes in a lovely deep blue with gold forks and gold wheels which look fab. Keep up the good work and ride safe mate.
Cheers Boz - I agree on all points!
The K5 1000 inline four engine is a lovely engine, loads of power and grunt. The GT is a big seller for Suzuki considering the price, its a bargain.
Want it! Want it Bad!
Best spot bike overall
Your comment about high reving to overcome the hill holder underscores a problem I've noted on every BMW riden. First gears are always too tall. First gear should get the cycle easily moving and overcoming inertia to remain at rest. With 6 speeds there is plenty of space to lower first gear.
Another excellent review Mr Flyer! One thing I cant understand here is why they are still using the K5 engine, I appreciate it has been modernised but a bit of me thinks but it’s still a very old engine so surely there must be some downsides? As a long time Suzuki fan (first bike was a GSX-R600) I’ve felt for sometime that their goal/ethos has been to churn out decent but average bikes at a reasonable price. They’ve sort of given up trying to lead any field and are happy with also-ran status.
Yes it’s an odd strategy if indeed that is it!
@@TheMissendenFlyer my take is the motorcycle part of the business is being run by leaders trying to squeeze profit from existing developments. I may of course be completely wrong and I’d love for someone in the know to explain why they are in this instance still using the K5 engine although it’s doubtful anyone would publicly share these types of decisions with a random dude on the internet!
Nice bike and nice first ride review but I’ve recently watched your excellent review of the Yamaha MT10 which I’m considering. It’s clear from your overall tone which bike is more fun, which to me is the whole point of this class.
The S100R should be considered, good price and excellent all rounder. The MT10 is a fun hooligan bike though!
@@LeeXRV I’m presuming you own one? It’s just the many reports of handlebar vibes that have put me off. I should maybe ride one though……..
@@randomblades I owned a 18 plate R (with no unusual vibrations) for two years (now ride a S1000RR) and have ridden the new one. The vibes were largely cured in 2015 and then additionally reduced again in 2017. I have ridden a couple of older ones that had awful vibrations between 5-6000rpm and for earlier models it was a big problem although oddly it didn't affect every bike! It was/is fairly easily solved with either after-market bar end or steering damper. If you go for a ride and want to test it out, it normally happens around 5-6,000rpm if it's going to happen! Happy hunting!
@@LeeXRV Thanks for the info! How are you finding the rr in comparison? That was another consideration but slightly concerned about comfort levels on longer rides, and I’m sure that extra power isn’t really needed for the road. Nice to have though. I believe the new one is comfortable.
@@randomblades I love the RR, it feels wild, makes a superb noise even with the stock can but is very different to the single R. The sports bike position and eagerness to turn in took some getting used to but it's brilliant really and I do love it. I commute on it (outside of COVID times). I would suggest the single R is probably a better road bike though, sitting up gives you a better view, it feels more relaxed/stable and another downside of the RR is the insurance is massively more expensive than the single R. My insurance went up by about 50% for the double R. The other problem with the double R is really it's just far too fast for British roads, if you hit the rev limiter in 1st you'll be doing nearly 100mph. I'm not advocating this but if you look at youtube channel (Gizmo S1K) you'll see how crazy it is when ridden hard. I do love it but need to keep my license so I definitely do not ride like he does! On both though I love the comforts they have (heated grips, cruise control, quick shifter and the electronics package). The Single R uses the same base engine as the RR but without the wild cams/ECU changes. The other thing is the Single R is arguably too fast anyway for our roads (Baron Von Grumble covers it in his video titled BWM S1000R Naked Review) which is old(ish) but worth a watch!
Thanks for another good video.
l thought l was the only one who was not for the 'camouflage' bits. To me camouflage and Carbon Fibre, real or not, detract visually from the looks of a bike. l know this is a personal view. l understand the weight savings and strength of the material but if l were able to choose l would avoid it.
l clearly remember going into a bike shop and seeing a sign on a bike bearing a bright yellow sticker saying if you have had a fall or suspect you have damaged the CF do not ride, it may kill you! l have never trusted the material since then. Granted that was many years ago but given the regularity that some mountainbike youtubers seem to crack or break the material on their bikes, it makes you wonder about whether it is overhyped in the strength department.
l sometimes wonder at what point safety, durability and overall peace of mind are less important than weight and claimed performance gains. l will pick safety and durability any day.
So l always find it interesting to see that nowadays some wheels are made of the material, some handlebars and so on. l know some people are worried about weight and all that but how many of these actually race their bikes competitively or even socially? So it makes no sense to me but people are free to choose. l suppose people like the fact that they can brag about CF bits on their bikes which are also extremely price, another reason l am not a fan.
The "camouflage" plastics are suppose to be Forged Carbon, they use it on a lot on supercars now.
Yes a few have mentioned that…
Suzuki owner here, that engine is a wonderful thing in an economic package. My money would be in the GT version that gets a few more gadgets, same engine though
Yes it is a lovely engine for sure…
The pcp on my SV650 finishes this year and have no clue what I’m getting next. The gsx-s 1000 is on the very varied list, along with the z900rs the mt09sp the street triple rs and maybe the new xsr 900. Don’t like the seat they’ve put on it though
Any plans to test that bike ?
Nothing firm but I’d like to and have various “irons in the fire”
Great review!, Would you take this over the r1250r as your daily ride?
Err, I don’t think so….
I personally like the headlight,a I would add a little screen thou,official heated grips cost around £400.
Thanks for the clarification!
I have to agree with you about the headlight and I've noticed Yamaha have a similar design on their new MT range, just with spheres instead of squares. Suzuki and Yamaha appear to be taking design queues from eachother when they should be looking at...well everyone else. In my own opinion of course.
I agree - just a small design point that otherwise ruins a good bike…
I could get over the looks but they make the bike a lot harder to be seen by other drivers, having a single tiny projector headlight and no amber running lights.
I'm in agreement with you on all you've said here, that camo looks odd. However Suzuki have always been up there with the best of the Japanese bikes but at a cheaper price point hence the simple led gauge, always good value for your hard earned though. 🙂👍
Immertation forged carbon fiber 😊
“Imitation”
I prefer the look of the previous version but it did need some updates. But, hard to complain looks-wise because they've got you covered with 3 different looking bikes with similar engines. This, the Katana and the GT and all around the same price.
Yes good point…
I think for $11,299 (US) there is no better value for 150 hp, and I’m sure it’s a blast to ride and good quality. And the blue wheels are sharp, I’m bias because my DRZ-SM has blue wheels. But that front end, good lord… that’s a face only a mother could love! I know looks are subjective but wow.
Other competitors are the Kawasaki Z1000, and BMW R1250R 👌😁
Even though the headlight is a bit odd. I would still buy one... Ill put it on the list hahaha
Seems like a great road bike and not crazy expensive. Hey I was wondering, are you going to test ride the 2021+ Yamaha MT09 or 2022 XSR900? (both with new CP3 and IMU)? Would be cool to see what you think of both of them. 👍
The xsr900 is defo on the list!
Good review.
Sounds like a good bike. It could appeal , although I do agree about the headlight . Not my cup of tea.
The new GSX-S1000GT version has a much better looking light, and has a fairing and is more sport tourer and pillion friendly. Now that really interests me, along with the Tracer 9 GT.
Getting that for review soon!
@@TheMissendenFlyer I'll be watching that one :-D
Hi Andy, good all round bike………shame the road conditions aren’t great for a 1000cc beast atm! Was Just wondering when your test of the CRF300L is coming on the channel………..as I pick mine up 1st March!!
First video goes live this coming Saturday!
First video goes live this coming Saturday!
TheMissendenFlyer that’s great news, coz I couldn’t get a test ride! 😁
Looks like great value for money. Only downside is the lcd display and silly headlight. 👍
Agreed!
I think the camo pieces are supposed to look like raw carbon/forged carbon like to the stuff you'd find on a lamborghini, not sure though.
Apparently that is the case…
I think the black camo is mimicking injection moulded carbon fibre it’s referred to as camo but that doesn’t look like the intention- of all the bikes I’ve tested recently it’s my favourite..so beautifully set up..I think it would be nuts to not buy this bike on a head lamp taste issue…I appreciate that people don’t always like new led or projector lamps or how they’re packaged but would a big round light go with the angular styling.. ?
I personally would have preferred it (or at least a Perspex cover to make it look less unfinished)…
@@TheMissendenFlyer yes I’ve toyed with a cover thought myself .. it’s a scale thing these small lights look different if you put old type bike lights at their scale on a car they’d look weird ( huge) it’s what were used to I suppose-
Wish it had a better rear shock.
how do you find your HJC helmet mate ? is it a rpha11
Yes it’s the RPHA11- one of my favourite helmets…
Nice bike not to shaw about the looks.
Agreed…
Just waiting for my z900 yellow ball.
The engine on this is a peach, but I think for the money, I would have to go for the GT variant, between looks, cornering ABS and Cruise the GT is just a better option for a long term bike. That said, this little guy (pffft little) would make a first rate commuter. One thing that caught my eye instantly, and it may just be me, but does it look like someone was practising their welding on those frame rails? Maybe it was just the way it came out on camera, but those look mahoosive to me in relation to the rail itself 😀
Yeah, cruise control is a nice feature to have..
I’m not even that old but struggled to get my leg over this without dislocating my hip! The rear cowl is very high for a 5’6” chap. Nice bike, but I agree, not keen on the “Dr Who” front end.
Glad we concur!
Suzuki + performance at budget meal prices.
Genuinely considering a 1000cc naked as my next bike, don't see any need for 200bhp and a £20k price tag so this bikes definitely on the radar but in terms of styling I'm not quite sure and I'm currently leaning more towards the cb1000r as it's not aesthetically 'challenging'.
Yes it’s a shame isn’t it - a great bike to ride though, just the looks as you say…
I was also put off by that headlight, until I saw it "in person" at the dealer and then ... I don't know, it didn't bother me that much. But I do agree that some manufacturers have a weird take on integrating the LED stuff. Maybe for the next update they'll do a better job
Oh boy, I think you have some pests arround Andy
@@ioandragulescu6063 why has he not responded re this scammer?
I have now
Totally agree you on the plastic & the headlight? 🤮 But I will go one further how about things like the mudguard all the other black stuff around the rest of the bike what is going on with manufacturers these days black everywhere & to top it off the black things aren't even painted its just plastic really come on!! 🙄 Great little video TMF 👌🏻👍🏻
Thank you Dave!
A nice bike for the money but I’ll stick with my FZ1N just as much fun for half the price again.
The faux camouflage is supposed to be forged carbon.