Everyone's missing the point. They're all so good and so close in performance you can't go wrong. So get the bike your heart is set on. The specs really don't matter.
Lol Bike doesn't make the rider... Rider makes the bike... I'd pick any of them over the Honda..... They continually dish out nonsense for a ridiculous price. It's as if they're trying to be the Ducati of Japanese bikes, but they never deliver the European Flair.
Texarmageddon What do you mean this bike weighs alot less than most of these bikes here plus with 10 more hp and electronics how is honda wrong? And euro flair? When most of my bros saw the front end they thought it was a ducati.
Carlitox b Well there are a lot of good things with the new CBR. Can't really say they were paid... they were just saying all the things Honda improved upon.
Instead of arguing like complete and total idiots, take a moment to appreciate the fact that there are 7 brands putting in 100% of their engineering resources into building masterpieces as we've seen here.
Liam Ryan I was thinking the same thing. The sound was previously so bad on these vids. Now it's perfect. Thanks so much for sorting that out. Really appreciate the effort.
MCN, if you want to keep your TH-cam channel growing keep up this good work. the sound is better, everyone's getting a lot more comfortable in front if the camera with more planning behind what they're saying. if you keep it up there is no reason you can't be the number 1 source of motorbike vids. I want to see MCN continue to thrive and this is part of its future so keep it up!
I bet no one on here could push any of these bikes near to there limits, go out test ride the ones you fancy then make ya choice, they are all great bikes
James Unwin do a few track days and you'll push all of these to their limits. Pick a short track to get lots of laps in and get a good rhythm. You'll use maximum power, lean angle, brakes etc.
Steve C the suzuki on average has 10 to 15% more tq and hp throughout the entire midrange compared to the rest of the bikes because of its vvt, mcn has there dyno overlay out if youbare curious
you guys are the first who make the shootout for the latest superbike, and this video is really good. *edited : the fireblade comes as a winner of this year superbike shootout really surprise me. really. I think the R1M, S1000RR or RSV4-RF gonna be the winner
This wins the most comprehensive review on earth award. Incredible detail. You guys are the best. As a Honda rider I had my fingers crossed for the Fireblade. It delivered. Well done Honda. The quality factor really does go a long way. More riding, less headaches.
This is a great video MCN! So glad you achieved once again the quality we expected from you, and the audio is pretty much up to standard, including the music
Best motorcycle review channel anywhere! Superb sound editing and clarity, just the right mix of onboard shots and rider/action shots. Good job MCN Best Litre Bike Comparo ever!
Thanks for the video, I've been waiting anxiously for this one for quite a bit! I'm still surprised the gsxr didn't do so good. I just sat on a gsxr and a fireblade, even though I'm a short guy, the fireblade felt cramped. The gsxr just felt perfect to me. I can't wait to test ride them and give my own veredict on which one will be my next superbike. Thanks for your point of view anyways, good job!
Great work MCN..! Great to see a real world test. It's not about peak power, it has never been. They are all extremely powerful. Lightness, looks, character, quality of build and most importantly how these machines makes you feel is where it's at...
now this is by far the best shootout ive ever seen. great job. i want to see more of these two or this style of shootouts. others on here and other channels normally have one or two special editions in against normal supersports. so this shootout to me was by far the fairest and also seemed like they literally tested every dimension of the bikes. good job
When I was watching this and they said their second place was Ducati, my jaw dropped and then I screamed out load! I said "CycleCruza is gonna go crazy that the Fireblade is back!" LOL
Kudos to you MCN team. Remember 3 years ago when you still had the Potato Camera from 2008? You've come very far with your equipment this time around. Very well summed up test there too. Kudos to Neeves and team :) If I may point out a tip, when you flash the numbers at the end of the video, please do consider listing the kerb weight alongside the Dyno HP/TQ numbers so people can get a better understanding of the difference :)
Great video, I've been looking forward to this. Honestly tho, all these bikes are fantastic . Unless your a racer or at the sharp end of an advanced track group, I don't think the differences in power will matter.
Thoughtful, considered comments - a breath of fresh air. Well done! Now if only we could get that type of in-depth reporting done on this side of the pond...
Def the cheapest.....but has some painfully awkward and ugly styling. The fire extinguisher exhaust canister strapped to the side is the perfect cherry on time of this sh!t Sunday. Why can't they get decent looking headlight. Looks like a mini 06 gsxr600 headlight. Just doesn't fit.
+sickboy3636 The good thing is, if the exhaust is the worst feature it's easy to swap it for a different better looking one. There's probably also a little weight saving and power gain as well :)
Been riding my 04 Fireblade for ten years now, 40K miles on it in Colorado, and have loved every minute of it. Getting ready to pull the trigger on a new one but am also considering the R1. I like the reasons why the CBR won this. It is a "do everything good" bike and I like that. Weight, cornering, and braking are just as important where I ride as the power, so this is a helpful review ... Just wish the R1 got a little more review on this because it's really the only other one I'd consider out of this bunch.
Good god. The Welsh bit on this clip is my old home town of Llandrindod Wells !!! This is probably the most exciting thing that's happened there in years.
You guys are really amazing to get all the premium bikes and to put a shootout and spending lot of time on the bike and just to give the analysis so great I hope u guys had a great time riding that bike..
Purchased my base Duc 1299 in 2016 new. After much instruction and about 12 trackdays (no crashes) my speed has gone up and up. I never thought I would be passing everyone in the intermediate group... .almost A level rider now. Bike is so easy to turn, so light and just stupid power from bottom to the top. Honestly see myself keeping this bike forever.
I want to say - great video, I normally shy away from long review videos on youtube but this was really good. Great footage, great audio, and thought-out chat. Really well done, I hope this is a sign of things to come on MCN's youtube channel. My opinion is that a GSXR with an aftermarket slip-on or even better a full system would be transformed and give the other bikes a better contest and still very much in the ballpark on price.
In 2005 at a track day with Whit and Haydon I asked what is the best bike for me to buy next after my ZX9R , They said Honda makes average riders do good lap times cos theyre very easy to ride , GSXR is a great bike everywhere inc price, 1098R was exceptional if your a VERY experienced and capable rider with lots of money, but in the end they're all good and you will go best on the bike that YOU like best as they are all better than or more capable than most track day riders are gong to get out of them, In all that time my opinion hasn't changed so guys whatever bike you like the style of , the colour of , muted howl from the exhaust, favourite bsb or wsb rider rides, just get that one, you know you will change Brakes, Suspension, Exhaust, Tyres, and fairings /colours , so just Go with what you like best and you will get the most enjoyment on it, Have fun and stay safe , The Great Boldini #42
Same here seems like they did a good job on the engine. I thought it would place higher than 5th. At the same time it is a new bike unlike the rest except the CBR. So maybe next year after some more R&D they will improve the bike. Hopefully we finally get a newer Hayabusa to compete with the ZX-14r also lol.
Fair? The zx10r is the fastest in sbk... its been the fastest since its release... now in 2019 the v4 has been taking the crown but the zx10r still holds up...
I was definitely expecting the Ducati to win because it's such a amazing motorcycle and by far the fastest and the lightest and electronics is nothing you can compare to the competition it's definitely on an another level
all bikes are bad ass but bmw still the best for the road. love the cruse control and heated grips. they just can't keep picking it to be #1 all the time lol
The standard FireBlade with the quick shifter is looking good to me. Spoiled for choice i am still resisting all the bells and whistles hanging onto my 2011 fireblade.
blip98 I thought the oil burning issue was for 08-09. your the first person the I heard that had an oil burn issue for the 11. I'm so glad my 2012 doesn't burn oil and I beat the shit out of it.
Yep i almost got caught out big time did back to back ride days just after 6,000 km work shop service dropped the oil the following day to find it black as tar and only had just over a liter left.
blip98 Thanks for sharing the story bro. I'm looking to upgrade from an old Honda VFR750. I was entertaining the 08-11 gen CBR1000rr but after hearing your experiences and "1000rr" experiences, I may look at the 12+ gen CBR1000rr.
they always have the strong engine shame they cant hire a designer for looking of their because they hire so many good enginers to make a perfect engine hahahah
Call my crazy, but the zx10r is BY FAR the best looking imao. No bike besides the Aprilia looks bad in my opinion, but the zx10r just looks so refined and simple, yet elegant
I can't understand how is it that the ZX10RR comes last... This is a bike that has been dominating the last few seasons of WSBK championship, and is also pretty much up there in the other classes of the WSBK championship... Obviously it very much restricted and de-tuned to meet Emission Restrictions, but still... Kawasaki rules!!!!!!!
IJS everyone... S1000RR revision made it the most comfortable bike and they even said it does everything right and it's one of the fastest in everything, but lacks character... Yet, CBR wins... I'm an R1 fan, but come on guys... CLEARLY... I MEAN CLEARLY... The S1000 should have won this comparison.... Hell you guys did the 1299 the same way... Let's tell viewers it does everything right.... and how easy they are to ride.. but because the CBR is the easiest we'll give it first... Bike deserved 3rd... not first.
Agreed. I own a 2016 S1000RR that I canyon and track with. I've ridden the other bikes and there's no debate on which bike is best all around for people that are going to ride on the street. If you want the best track-only bike, the R1 reigns supreme.
BMW is a very good bike, sure. But active suspensions are not as good as good standard suspensions. No doubt about that. Try to change spring on these electronics suspensions... Change your stock electronic suspensions for some good parts, then you ll have a beast. S1000RR still tiring on tracks. You need a very good physical condition to exploit it.
The GSXR was designed to be better still on the road and track than the s1k, don't be so quick to assume the BMW should win. I agree that they basically judged this test by determining which liter bike was most like a 600 though.
Can't understand how you can criticise the R1M & RSV4 RF for being too track focused when that is exactly what they are ! It's what they are all supposed to be - if you want a sports tourer or adventure bike non of these should be on the list ! The Honda is just a re-jigged version of a near 10 year old model. My personal choice would be RSV4 rf & R1M joint 1st Gsxr 3rd beemer 4th Zx10r 5th pannigale 6th & old blade with new dash 7th ! Ps this has nothing to do with me having an RSV4 & wanting an R1M - honest 😂🍻
Maybe learn to read the title of this video before you vape. Its a Road bike evaluation not Track. Still the new Blade was faster than everything non Ducati/BMW. So yeah.. 10 year old Blade beating the crap out of 2015 all new models around a track. How Embarrassing.
I don't Vape ! I can read fine - with my glasses on !! 🤓 I am saying these bikes RSV4 & R1M are MEANT for the TRACK - don't you agree ?? I have never seen either with panniers on ! Oh and it's 2017 - I think !! Peace ✌️
This shootout is for the best bike you can buy right now for the money that is going to be an everyday motorbike for the Road. Therefore the heading says "Road Test". Sure the RSV4 and the R1M are dedicated track bikes, but so are the other bikes on this list. Except for the Suzuki, these bikes all compete in super modified avatar in WSBK. Suzuki competes in Moto America and other events. The winner was the 3rd fastest motorcycle on the track but the most adoptable motorcycle for the road regardless of the conditions. There's a reason Ohlins charges $3k for those semi-active 100times/second adjustable on the fly suspension.
I agree they are going to be ridden on the road, but these are essentially the race / track focused versions, they are all available in more standard / lower spec form. I know 95% of them will be used on the road, they come road legal for sales & WSB homologation. But they are the R/RR/RF/S/M/SP/Sport versions aimed at the track - hence I don't see it as a valid criticism to say they are 'too track focused' an observation maybe but not a criticism !
LOL respect to your DYNO MAN He acts so cool he acts like a master DJ with the headphones and computer keyboard and I must admit the engines are music to my ears:)
Know what u mean but it's Designed so cat n exhaust can both be removed very easily...Suzuki proving a point I think...Suzuki know it's comin off immediately so why over engineer it
I owned a 2015 Yamaha R1 last year. I traded it for a 2017 Harley Davidson street glide special. I like my Harley but damn I miss my R1!!! I don't know how much longer I can stand it. I've owned a 2012 CBR 1000RR before the R1 so I might get the latest gen CBR, or buy another R1.... I wish I could have these dudes job. Its not fair. lolSweet video guys. Keep it coming.
OMG awesome video, dudes, thanks for sharing it us...I was waiting this, those "special" model, cool To me that Ducati or Arpilia is the most epic bikes....
Love the shootout guys - awesome as ever. I don't know, I just seem to detect that there's little love lost for the Kawa as a thread throughout the MCN videos. I understand the results have spoken and all, but surely its not SUCH a terrible bike.
I have an 18zx10r, previous bike was a ‘15 cbr1k repsol. First thing I noticed was the zx10 isn’t comfortable,it’s the foot pegs and the shifts kinda get hard. It’s low end is kind of rough then it picks up after 7k-9k rpm’s it’s high end power is insane though. I miss the cbr quick acceleration it’s midrange is phenomenal
That is the SP model in the video. The SP2 is for race teams only and not available for public sale. It weighs as much as the standard blade at 195 kilos.
Lifted_Above : to me that really doesn't matter. For me it's about the balance and the suspension of the bike. Even the electronics still weren't necessary if it were up to me. As always, Honda go for durability figures, not horsepower figures. Indeed a little bit more top end was necessary, but they've adressed that now.
0-60, the old Blade was already doing 2.6 seconds. This might be a tad quicker with the lower weight and power bump. Here's a chart showing you the 2013 Fireblade SP's performance against the 2015 rivals. www.cycleworld.com/g00/2_d3d3LmN5Y2xld29ybGQuY29t_/TU9SRVBIRVVTMTMkaHR0cDovL3d3dy5jeWNsZXdvcmxkLmNvbS9zaXRlcy9jeWNsZXdvcmxkLmNvbS9maWxlcy9zdHlsZXMvbGFyZ2VfMXhfL3B1YmxpYy9pbXBvcnQvZW1iZWRkZWQvd3AtY29udGVudC91cGxvYWRzLzIwMTUvMDYvQlktVEhFLU5VTUJFUlMtQ0hBUlQtV0VCLVVTRS5qcGc%2FaXRvaz0zLXV1N1FKRSZpMTBjLm1hcmsuaW1hZ2UudHlwZQ%3D%3D_$/$/$/$/$/$/$/$/$/$/$/$/$/$
Everyone's missing the point. They're all so good and so close in performance you can't go wrong. So get the bike your heart is set on. The specs really don't matter.
Lol Bike doesn't make the rider... Rider makes the bike...
I'd pick any of them over the Honda..... They continually dish out nonsense for a ridiculous price. It's as if they're trying to be the Ducati of Japanese bikes, but they never deliver the European Flair.
Texarmageddon What do you mean this bike weighs alot less than most of these bikes here plus with 10 more hp and electronics how is honda wrong? And euro flair? When most of my bros saw the front end they thought it was a ducati.
Repsol!
Ian Jacob it seems like Honda paid every body because everybody is talking good things about the new Honda CBR 1000RR
Carlitox b Well there are a lot of good things with the new CBR. Can't really say they were paid... they were just saying all the things Honda improved upon.
Instead of arguing like complete and total idiots, take a moment to appreciate the fact that there are 7 brands putting in 100% of their engineering resources into building masterpieces as we've seen here.
Yeah, right.
Gsx r :l
Fkn well said mate 👏👏👏 as a non biker but someone looking to learn and get one….ALL of these blow my mind…and I’d take anyone of them in a heartbeat 😂
start on a 600
not anymore lmao
"Can you make the GSXR-1000 exhaust look like we bolted on a mini keg to the back?"
Suzuki: "Say no more fam."
GSX-R uses nuclear cooling tower as a muffler.
Yev Zakharov you deserve more likes.
If only there was a way for you to change that...
No I believe the muffler doubles as a glove Department
You could pickup tennis balls with that thing
thanks to bullshit euro4 standarts
The sound and quality of your vids has improved massively
Liam Ryan I was thinking the same thing. The sound was previously so bad on these vids. Now it's perfect. Thanks so much for sorting that out. Really appreciate the effort.
MCN, if you want to keep your TH-cam channel growing keep up this good work. the sound is better, everyone's getting a lot more comfortable in front if the camera with more planning behind what they're saying. if you keep it up there is no reason you can't be the number 1 source of motorbike vids. I want to see MCN continue to thrive and this is part of its future so keep it up!
That gsxr exhaust is bigger than my future.
Lol 😂
Hahahahahha😂😂
I believe you 😆
My Dream Schedule ...
Monday - Suzuki GSXR1000R
Tuesday - Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE
Wednesday - Aprilia RSV4 RF
Thursday - Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade
Friday - Ducati Panigale V4
Saturday - BMW S1000RR
Sunday - MV Agusta F4 RC
& of course KTM Superduke R owns the Night !!
I bet no one on here could push any of these bikes near to there limits, go out test ride the ones you fancy then make ya choice, they are all great bikes
James Unwin Exactly. unless you're going for gold medals on one, you really can't go wrong!
James Unwin do a few track days and you'll push all of these to their limits. Pick a short track to get lots of laps in and get a good rhythm. You'll use maximum power, lean angle, brakes etc.
James Unwin agreed bro
James Unwin no one??? Pretty sure a lot of racers follow MCN
well if you're street racing you will need all the power you can get
The quality of your videos has improved so much guys, there's a lot of work gone in to this - well done!
Finding Neutral were still waiting on your videos as mine
A dyno grapph overlay would be nice to show what's stronger in the bottom end and midrange.
For real, they pretty much never touched on that
All this stuff will come out in time, for now it's just nice to see the first comparison test personally
The Ducati, BMW and the Aprilia have a wicked midrange. Not sure about the new 'zuki.
Steve C the suzuki on average has 10 to 15% more tq and hp throughout the entire midrange compared to the rest of the bikes because of its vvt, mcn has there dyno overlay out if youbare curious
Well the Suzuki is certainly the ugliest. They're styling is painfully bad. Thats not even taking the laughable enormous exhaust into account.
much better video! everything from editing & sound, about time. Enjoyed the reviews!
you guys are the first who make the shootout for the latest superbike, and this video is really good.
*edited : the fireblade comes as a winner of this year superbike shootout really surprise me. really.
I think the R1M, S1000RR or RSV4-RF gonna be the winner
This wins the most comprehensive review on earth award. Incredible detail. You guys are the best. As a Honda rider I had my fingers crossed for the Fireblade. It delivered. Well done Honda. The quality factor really does go a long way. More riding, less headaches.
Very impressive testing, I get the feeling that you can't really go wrong with any of those bike, its more of what you like.
This is a great video MCN! So glad you achieved once again the quality we expected from you, and the audio is pretty much up to standard, including the music
Gsxr 1000r is a winner in my book...the fastest 1/4, great price, nice bodywork.
cry somewhere else,kid
@@giorgigiorgitko248 whose crying.
Probably the best quality MCM vid I've seen to date. Good job boys. Finally had decent sound!
Love the Roars of the Aprillia RSV4 ! It just gives you the Feelsssss of a True Motorcycle......... Upz
Best motorcycle review channel anywhere! Superb sound editing and clarity, just the right mix of onboard shots and rider/action shots. Good job MCN Best Litre Bike Comparo ever!
Thanks for the video, I've been waiting anxiously for this one for quite a bit! I'm still surprised the gsxr didn't do so good. I just sat on a gsxr and a fireblade, even though I'm a short guy, the fireblade felt cramped. The gsxr just felt perfect to me. I can't wait to test ride them and give my own veredict on which one will be my next superbike. Thanks for your point of view anyways, good job!
Great work MCN..! Great to see a real world test. It's not about peak power, it has never been. They are all extremely powerful. Lightness, looks, character, quality of build and most importantly how these machines makes you feel is where it's at...
the rsv4 makes me happy in my pants
I must wholeheartedly agree :)
Yup
sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo happy you guys finally got your audio straight!!!
Everyone complains about the size of stock exhaust, there is something know as aftermarket.
That's what pisses me off. If you own a motorcycle, you improve on the imperfections of the motorcycle.
Yes you do, if you own a litre class you must be having money to fill it and personalize it.
aka Travis I don't like to buy an aftermarket one..
That's your choice mate
Take the exhaust away and the Suzuki is still hideously ugly. They desperately need to hire some new styling engineers.
now this is by far the best shootout ive ever seen. great job. i want to see more of these two or this style of shootouts. others on here and other channels normally have one or two special editions in against normal supersports. so this shootout to me was by far the fairest and also seemed like they literally tested every dimension of the bikes. good job
BAM! CBR 1000 DOUBLE R IS BACK ON TOP!!! Haters gonna hate!
CycleCruza yeeeeaayyyy dude
CycleCruza Honda fanboys
CycleCruza Does this change your mind about not getting one? 🙄
When I was watching this and they said their second place was Ducati, my jaw dropped and then I screamed out load! I said "CycleCruza is gonna go crazy that the Fireblade is back!" LOL
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The best shoot out video I've seen, well produced and great content, well done MCN.
Honda fireblade Sound is like spiting fire 💥💥
Great test despite the great weather! The Honda must be one hell of a bike....nice surprise winner!!!
Very impressed with the gixxer numbers.
Kudos to you MCN team. Remember 3 years ago when you still had the Potato Camera from 2008? You've come very far with your equipment this time around. Very well summed up test there too. Kudos to Neeves and team :) If I may point out a tip, when you flash the numbers at the end of the video, please do consider listing the kerb weight alongside the Dyno HP/TQ numbers so people can get a better understanding of the difference :)
I think all brands are very welcome and each of them has its own adherence!
GREAT to see MCN have really stepped up there video Quality.
I'm so in love with a GSX-R it just a beautiful well made meachine 💘😍 Suzuki take my Money.
Your best video to date, really good effort put into this one! :)
Great video, I've been looking forward to this. Honestly tho, all these bikes are fantastic . Unless your a racer or at the sharp end of an advanced track group, I don't think the differences in power will matter.
We're living in the golden era of superbikes. What a lineup!
now I love my Panigale 1299 S even more ;-) thanks guys!
Thoughtful, considered comments - a breath of fresh air. Well done!
Now if only we could get that type of in-depth reporting done on this side of the pond...
Suzuki GSX-R1000R is the best of value for me.
Def the cheapest.....but has some painfully awkward and ugly styling. The fire extinguisher exhaust canister strapped to the side is the perfect cherry on time of this sh!t Sunday. Why can't they get decent looking headlight. Looks like a mini 06 gsxr600 headlight. Just doesn't fit.
+sickboy3636 The good thing is, if the exhaust is the worst feature it's easy to swap it for a different better looking one.
There's probably also a little weight saving and power gain as well :)
The throttle on the GSXR is a jerky piece of s**t and dangerous...ride this and the RSV4 back to back
NineGap Thitisak th-cam.com/video/XnkQgtZQgkc/w-d-xo.html
NineGap Thitisak Best value cuz you get a nuclear reactors as a muffler...
Been riding my 04 Fireblade for ten years now, 40K miles on it in Colorado, and have loved every minute of it. Getting ready to pull the trigger on a new one but am also considering the R1. I like the reasons why the CBR won this. It is a "do everything good" bike and I like that. Weight, cornering, and braking are just as important where I ride as the power, so this is a helpful review ... Just wish the R1 got a little more review on this because it's really the only other one I'd consider out of this bunch.
least HP and has better performance than a 1299
let the Suzuki reign it will become the fastest and best believe me
Good god. The Welsh bit on this clip is my old home town of Llandrindod Wells !!! This is probably the most exciting thing that's happened there in years.
GSXR's exhaust made it look like a garbage truck.
I could not agree more!
The throttle response in A mode is like a rodeo... such a shame, loved the mid corner stability on the L7
Ugliest ever.
Nobody is gonna roll with stock anyways
Its not hard to make a garbage truck look like a garbage truck.
Gsx and s1000 rr both are winner.true racing machines
Awsome comparison test ! Adam is so good at describing each bike. Thank you guys for the fantastic work you put into this video.
Awesome video. Very thorough and well laid out.
Suzuki did great cheapest bike out of the bunch and fastest 1/4 mile
Ive got 4000miles on my
2018 gsxr1000r and everyone has been delightful.
You guys are really amazing to get all the premium bikes and to put a shootout and spending lot of time on the bike and just to give the analysis so great I hope u guys had a great time riding that bike..
A mic being used?? *falls off chair*
Thanks for taking the time with the production 👍
Purchased my base Duc 1299 in 2016 new. After much instruction and about 12 trackdays (no crashes) my speed has gone up and up. I never thought I would be passing everyone in the intermediate group... .almost A level rider now. Bike is so easy to turn, so light and just stupid power from bottom to the top. Honestly see myself keeping this bike forever.
The GSX-R is beautiful and the power is outstanding very light flickable I love my 2017, Suzuki did a great job this year.
If you extend the rear axle about 12-20mm (depends on your overall suspension setup) it'll flop side-to-side and STABLE like it weights 200 lbs.
I want to say - great video, I normally shy away from long review videos on youtube but this was really good. Great footage, great audio, and thought-out chat. Really well done, I hope this is a sign of things to come on MCN's youtube channel. My opinion is that a GSXR with an aftermarket slip-on or even better a full system would be transformed and give the other bikes a better contest and still very much in the ballpark on price.
In 2005 at a track day with Whit and Haydon I asked what is the best bike for me to buy next after my ZX9R , They said Honda makes average riders do good lap times cos theyre very easy to ride , GSXR is a great bike everywhere inc price, 1098R was exceptional if your a VERY experienced and capable rider with lots of money, but in the end they're all good and you will go best on the bike that YOU like best as they are all better than or more capable than most track day riders are gong to get out of them, In all that time my opinion hasn't changed so guys whatever bike you like the style of , the colour of , muted howl from the exhaust, favourite bsb or wsb rider rides, just get that one, you know you will change Brakes, Suspension, Exhaust, Tyres, and fairings /colours , so just Go with what you like best and you will get the most enjoyment on it, Have fun and stay safe , The Great Boldini #42
Im gonna wacth this every time..this is the best..
wow didnt see that coming :=) Suzuki seems to have very strong engine..
Same here seems like they did a good job on the engine. I thought it would place higher than 5th. At the same time it is a new bike unlike the rest except the CBR. So maybe next year after some more R&D they will improve the bike. Hopefully we finally get a newer Hayabusa to compete with the ZX-14r also lol.
because Honda paid them the most.
Strong engine in a motorcycle doesn't mean much, ask Ducati how they are doing in MotoGP.
Easy to ride at the limit is what sets the Honda apart.
Rage Quit87 So ducati wins and they don't pay but when the dull bike wins they paid....tf kind of logic is that?
NinJayMan 😂😂😂😂😂hell yea. Suzuki is my fav!
Good review. Disappointed the ZX10RR came last but thought the whole review was pretty balanced and a fair conclusion I suspect
Fair? The zx10r is the fastest in sbk... its been the fastest since its release... now in 2019 the v4 has been taking the crown but the zx10r still holds up...
Their all amazing, but I just bought the Rsv4 and couldn’t be happier 🤗
Thx MCN, been waiting for this test.. BLAAAAAAADE
I was definitely expecting the Ducati to win because it's such a amazing motorcycle and by far the fastest and the lightest and electronics is nothing you can compare to the competition it's definitely on an another level
Its about that time! Thank you MCN!
I really like the new Fireblade.That bike is awesome.Great review guys.
As a 2018 Honda CBR1000RR owner I have to agree with this video. The quality, conform make me a happy customer
all bikes are bad ass but bmw still the best for the road. love the cruse control and heated grips. they just can't keep picking it to be #1 all the time lol
Finally! a 30 min video ! Thankyou!
I still like the BMW, I think it's the best looking and most well rounded.
I don't have a clue what you're talking about.
S1k is still the bike to beat...
Best shootout i ever seen! I dont 100% agree with the results, but honda have really step forward with the new fireblade, and it looks so gorgeous!
This is one of the best tests ever seen
Loved the video guys! Great Content and Quality !
I'll have one of each, thank you very much!
Best MCN vid I ever saw.
Can we all acknowledge the guy on the left trying to cover his bald patch throughout the entire video. Hilarious.
D Jarv 😂😂😂
He needs to cut that bullshit off his head
D Jarv I thought he was trying to look as he was in a hair shampoo add
Dude he kept on fixing it for me to look at it omg man I wanted to shave my own head
Now I can’t stop looking 🤣🤣
Very well balanced review! Can't wait for the "normal" super bike shoot out!
GSXR sounds by far the best to me :-)
Best review video I've seen in a long time.. top job guys👍
The standard FireBlade with the quick shifter is looking good to me. Spoiled for choice i am still resisting all the bells and whistles hanging onto my 2011 fireblade.
blip98 did you have the oil burning issues with your generation(08-11) Blade?
Yep i was shocked to discover just how much normal road use it's fine but you have to keep a close eye on your oil level if your going to the track.
blip98 I thought the oil burning issue was for 08-09. your the first person the I heard that had an oil burn issue for the 11. I'm so glad my 2012 doesn't burn oil and I beat the shit out of it.
Yep i almost got caught out big time did back to back ride days just after 6,000 km work shop service dropped the oil the following day to find it black as tar and only had just over a liter left.
blip98 Thanks for sharing the story bro. I'm looking to upgrade from an old Honda VFR750. I was entertaining the 08-11 gen CBR1000rr but after hearing your experiences and "1000rr" experiences, I may look at the 12+ gen CBR1000rr.
Thanks MCN for an informative, entertaining, and all around great review!
Suzuki Gixxer seems to have very strong engine..
they always have the strong engine shame they cant hire a designer for looking of their because they hire so many good enginers to make a perfect engine hahahah
Much awaited video, loved it
The Panigale is the best looking of the class
Canadian Rider R1-M is pretty sexy aswell
Call my crazy, but the zx10r is BY FAR the best looking imao. No bike besides the Aprilia looks bad in my opinion, but the zx10r just looks so refined and simple, yet elegant
I think the zx10r is to bulky at the front... The R1 is the best looking! 🔥🔥
Fireblade looks the best
I think the Ducati’s do look good and sexy but the new r1m is absolutely stunning, same with the Aprilia and zx10
I so look forward to MCN Superbike Group test..great job team
I can't understand how is it that the ZX10RR comes last... This is a bike that has been dominating the last few seasons of WSBK championship, and is also pretty much up there in the other classes of the WSBK championship... Obviously it very much restricted and de-tuned to meet Emission Restrictions, but still... Kawasaki rules!!!!!!!
huge production value improvement on the videos, congrats!
IJS everyone... S1000RR revision made it the most comfortable bike and they even said it does everything right and it's one of the fastest in everything, but lacks character... Yet, CBR wins... I'm an R1 fan, but come on guys... CLEARLY... I MEAN CLEARLY... The S1000 should have won this comparison.... Hell you guys did the 1299 the same way... Let's tell viewers it does everything right.... and how easy they are to ride.. but because the CBR is the easiest we'll give it first... Bike deserved 3rd... not first.
Agreed. I own a 2016 S1000RR that I canyon and track with. I've ridden the other bikes and there's no debate on which bike is best all around for people that are going to ride on the street. If you want the best track-only bike, the R1 reigns supreme.
Tim Trombley yeah I don't understand this review at all
BMW is a very good bike, sure. But active suspensions are not as good as good standard suspensions. No doubt about that. Try to change spring on these electronics suspensions...
Change your stock electronic suspensions for some good parts, then you ll have a beast.
S1000RR still tiring on tracks. You need a very good physical condition to exploit it.
Texarmageddon why don't you make your own review version, rather than just complaining?
The GSXR was designed to be better still on the road and track than the s1k, don't be so quick to assume the BMW should win. I agree that they basically judged this test by determining which liter bike was most like a 600 though.
Great test, and suprised about the winner , but I’d be happy with any of them cheers Shane uk 🇬🇧
Can't understand how you can criticise the R1M & RSV4 RF for being too track focused when that is exactly what they are ! It's what they are all supposed to be - if you want a sports tourer or adventure bike non of these should be on the list !
The Honda is just a re-jigged version of a near 10 year old model.
My personal choice would be
RSV4 rf & R1M joint 1st
Gsxr 3rd beemer 4th Zx10r 5th pannigale 6th & old blade with new dash 7th !
Ps this has nothing to do with me having an RSV4 & wanting an R1M - honest 😂🍻
Maybe learn to read the title of this video before you vape. Its a Road bike evaluation not Track. Still the new Blade was faster than everything non Ducati/BMW. So yeah.. 10 year old Blade beating the crap out of 2015 all new models around a track. How Embarrassing.
I don't Vape !
I can read fine - with my glasses on !! 🤓
I am saying these bikes RSV4 & R1M are MEANT for the TRACK - don't you agree ??
I have never seen either with panniers on !
Oh and it's 2017 - I think !!
Peace ✌️
This shootout is for the best bike you can buy right now for the money that is going to be an everyday motorbike for the Road. Therefore the heading says "Road Test". Sure the RSV4 and the R1M are dedicated track bikes, but so are the other bikes on this list. Except for the Suzuki, these bikes all compete in super modified avatar in WSBK. Suzuki competes in Moto America and other events. The winner was the 3rd fastest motorcycle on the track but the most adoptable motorcycle for the road regardless of the conditions. There's a reason Ohlins charges $3k for those semi-active 100times/second adjustable on the fly suspension.
I agree they are going to be ridden on the road, but these are essentially the race / track focused versions, they are all available in more standard / lower spec form. I know 95% of them will be used on the road, they come road legal for sales & WSB homologation.
But they are the R/RR/RF/S/M/SP/Sport versions aimed at the track - hence I don't see it as a valid criticism to say they are 'too track focused' an observation maybe but not a criticism !
S K The fireblade is actually a new bike. They have changed it a lot after 8 years. Maybe some research would help.
Thank you MCN!
So the Suzuki is the Rocket ship, needs better brakes, and needs sharper looks....Best inline 4 sound ?!
LOL respect to your DYNO MAN He acts so cool he acts like a master DJ with the headphones and computer keyboard and I must admit the engines are music to my ears:)
Shame that there is no good footage of dyno and quarter mile runs in the video
nice video... good job.. one sound that i love to heard is the crossplane from R1M that very similar to M1
Why the f*ck did Suzuki think that exhaust was going to go down well? 🤢
The ugly exhaust is due to Euro4 rules on emissions. Suzuki is cheaper than the rivals, so you can spend that on a aftermarket exhaust
Know what u mean but it's Designed so cat n exhaust can both be removed very easily...Suzuki proving a point I think...Suzuki know it's comin off immediately so why over engineer it
You want me to link you to a dozen websites with aftermarket cans?
Luke Hattersley yes please
The exhaust is usually the first thing to go when I buy a new bike it's not a big deal for such a amazing bike
I owned a 2015 Yamaha R1 last year. I traded it for a 2017 Harley Davidson street glide special. I like my Harley but damn I miss my R1!!! I don't know how much longer I can stand it. I've owned a 2012 CBR 1000RR before the R1 so I might get the latest gen CBR, or buy another R1.... I wish I could have these dudes job. Its not fair. lolSweet video guys. Keep it coming.
BMW always the best all-around bike you can buy since its Inception.
OMG awesome video, dudes, thanks for sharing it us...I was waiting this, those "special" model, cool
To me that Ducati or Arpilia is the most epic bikes....
how many miles did these have on the clock i have seen the new suzuki make much more power than this one did on a couple of different dynos
Love the shootout guys - awesome as ever. I don't know, I just seem to detect that there's little love lost for the Kawa as a thread throughout the MCN videos. I understand the results have spoken and all, but surely its not SUCH a terrible bike.
I have an 18zx10r, previous bike was a ‘15 cbr1k repsol. First thing I noticed was the zx10 isn’t comfortable,it’s the foot pegs and the shifts kinda get hard. It’s low end is kind of rough then it picks up after 7k-9k rpm’s it’s high end power is insane though. I miss the cbr quick acceleration it’s midrange is phenomenal
great shoot-out, glad to see honda is back on top of their game. But can i ask how much did the fireblade weigh?
MrWillemdr around 420lbs., but I believe that is the SP2 model bcuz of the forged wheels it comes with
That is the SP model in the video. The SP2 is for race teams only and not available for public sale. It weighs as much as the standard blade at 195 kilos.
On top of something. Certainly not 0-60, 0-100, 1/4 mile, or horsepower.
Lifted_Above : to me that really doesn't matter. For me it's about the balance and the suspension of the bike. Even the electronics still weren't necessary if it were up to me. As always, Honda go for durability figures, not horsepower figures. Indeed a little bit more top end was necessary, but they've adressed that now.
0-60, the old Blade was already doing 2.6 seconds. This might be a tad quicker with the lower weight and power bump.
Here's a chart showing you the 2013 Fireblade SP's performance against the 2015 rivals.
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Well done MCN, surprising, but well done.