That's the problem these days , people looking for more tech more power and most of the time they don't even use half of it . I think this bike has all the power u could ever want. Suzuki nailed the job again 👍
Agreed. I've had all the gizmos before and don't miss them. Only thing I don't like is it's on the small side as I'm a bigger bloke. I've got the 2024 and if you brighten the screen I've never had any problems.
150 hp are not nearly enough? I think that is more than plenty! The agility, comfort, are more important than more hp and the bike seems to do well there. Cheers!
I bought a new Z900 last year and I still catch myself dreaming of something with even power than my current 125 hp steed. Then I wake up and remember that I’m barely using 50 hp most of the time 😵💫
Indeed. I love the tight & twisty stuff, which is why I almost always use Road/Rain mode on my Aprilia -- 100 hp (instead of 150) is more than enough for these back roads.
Nothing touches suzuki for engine smoothness and refinement and useability and incredible gearboxes that are so slick compared to some other manufacturers and that's what I look for in a bike.
Having owned the previous version, these bikes don't lack power and if you want more a full system + flash will yeild 160hp+ easy, there easy to maintain and are bulletproof reliable. Bang for buck can't go wrong..
Ive ridden the K5 engine both in the GSXR and the GSX-S and I dont know about character for miles :P I think the MT-10 has a lot more character to the engine, it will be interesting to see how Yamaha prices the new 2022 MT-10 this february. Hopefully it is not much more expensive than this Suzuki.
@@parsivalshorse sure thing, it is just not often you hear about someone that thinks a straight japanese four has character for miles, it just caught my eye thats all.
@@mathias6423 Yeah, but that's mainly something we say to make ourselves feel better about spending so much money on a Ducati or a Harley. "Oh sure, it's not as fast or reliable - but it's got such character!" ;)
@@parsivalshorseSo what is it about the K5 derived powerplant that makes you say it has character for miles ? There is more to an engines character than how fast it makes the bike go. There is cheap bikes with a lot of character so at least for me it is not something I say just to justify an expensive slow bike. I dont want to make assumptions that you think that the K5 engine has character for miles just because it is fast and cheap :P
Nice fair review. It's not the best obviously but it isn't trying to be & is still great for what it is. It genuinely has to be one of the best value bikes out there currently in terms of bang for your buck. Also when was 150bhp not enough for the road?!?
i couldnt agree more, i have the 2016 model and man i never thought wow, this thing is so slow...best bang for buck...and when u can ride really well...youll beat more powerful bikes...this is the best value for money...
But the gsxs is the best when it comes to engine refinement and smoothness and great gearboxes and bullet proof engines and are the most successful manufacturer in world endurance racing nuff said.
I live in Los Angeles - this is bike for me. Lets ride from Sunset strip to Las Vegas. Or LA to San Fran trip, or from Orange to San Diego...this is the bike that will do it all...through the highway and through the mind bending traffic jams.
As somebody who likes upright naked bikes, I think the Europeans have it wrong. Their idea of a naked bike is a full-on sports bike without the fairing and with handlebars instead of clip ons. I think if a buyer wants a full-on sports bike, that's probably what they are going to buy. I think the buyer who chooses a naked bike is not looking for the ultimate race-track weapon, so performance is less of a priority. I think that the Japanese have a much better handle on that, and of course that's why the GSX-S1000 doesn't use the current GSXR motor. If Suzuki thought the market wanted a GSXR 1000 sans fairing, and with handlebars instead of clip-ons, that's what they would be selling.
What many european bikes got right is that the handlebar is a bit more forward and lower, for a tall guy sitting dead upright you are being like a sail in the wind, worthless on highway. A small lean like 10-20 degrees is perfect, somewhere in between dead upright and full on tuck. The Triumph Speed triple and Bmw S1000R is a perfect example, enough lean to feel sporty and to be a bit more leaned into the wind but still comfortable. If I would like to sit upright like in grandpas chair I would not buy a sportbike.
This might be a dig at a lot of motorcycle journalists, but a lot of them have completely lost scope of what the bikes realistically are used for. Take some of the publications located in Los Angeles: They take the bikes up in the mountains and ride in a spirited fashion on well maintained, smooth roads with a lot of fast flowing turns. Only to come to the conclusion that bike1, that’s basically a naked sport bike, is much better than bike2, which has taken much more of an allrounder approach. If my bike was bought basically to be a toy used only in almost perfect conditions I too would also much rather have bike1. And unfortunatly it has led to a lot spec sheet warriors who will always advocate for super high end components and basically everything else is hot garbage. Worst thing is that I’d wager that you could put them on a bike with decent KYB suspension, throw on some Öhlins badges (and tell them that it’s 10% lighter than it actually is) and they would never be able to tell any way.
@@MachoMadness69420 I agree, many people give the MT-10 bad rep for bad suspension, bad breakes, not enough power, to heavy. I think it is awesome. I love that it has not got the Öhlins, brembos and 200+ hp or else I would not be able to afford it. Rides like a dream for the price it has.
One of the few or couple inline-4 engines with actual interesting noise and character left on the market. Suzuki just nails that snarl, raspiness, the grunty feedback with these K5 engines.
if you have not bought one yet, ill tell you I just picked up a 2024 yesterday and i'm in the break in period. This bike is a blast to ride and the power down low is just amazing.
Nice review,i watched most of them on you tube,i bought mine a year ago june 23, took it to the Spanish mountains instead of a gs1250,wondering if i done the right thing. I did,the bike is a bikers dream,so versatile, except for luggage, travel light time. 4000 miles there ,brilliant. I also have 1200r ducati. The Suzuki is a winner on price alone.I have thrashed this bike through all gears ,it is no slouch and more than enough power for the roads ,in fact it would be brilliant on a track to. As for the display ,you Won't be looking at it once you start riding it hard. Only thing i would possible change is the rear shock, nothing not to like about the bike really and when rode at a reasonably pace ,still over 40 mpg. The motor is a gem. Had a k5 back in the day.
Thank you for the objective review. I am a city rider (heavy traffic) who enjoys a regular weekend tour (250 km - 400 km/day). I have to admit that my lap time record on a track/circuit is not that good at all, but do we really need more than 100 hps?.. After riding a few bikes recently, I am currently riding GSX S750 and I have never had a problem with the torque or hp.
No you don’t. I went from an 2001 Honda Hornet 600 to a new Z900 last year. Don’t get me wrong it’s a much superior machine in almost every way, but I barely use the additional 30 hp. The extra torque however, is much more useful.
In NZ track time is $220 NZD for 6 x 15min sessions. A total rip off. If it's similarly priced in other countries I wonder how much time people actually spend on a track? Additionally our roads are a rough pot holed mess if other countries also have this issue it makes me wonder why suspension is always valved in such a harsh way from new. This is what I found with my GSXS? Perhaps the roads are just a far better surface everywhere else?
To the handful of guys that will rip around a track like this, the Suzuki is not the best bike in its class. To the millions of guys out there looking for cheap thrills, comfort and an ultra reliable machine with awesome styling. The Suzuki is the best bike in its class.
I like that Suzuki offer something that is a great price point, with my big Suzuki's there has always been more little niggles to sort out, brakes seized or hydraulic clutch failure, to fix sorts of things that have never been an issue with my Kawasaki's or Yamaha's. strip and clean replace the seals and good to go for another season. All stuff any DIY minder person can cope with. An acceptable trade off given the price. Great review
Brakes seized and hydraulic failure? Owned countless Suzuki’s in my life never ever heard of that happening to any motorcycle especially a Suzuki. I think lack of maintenance or neglect might be your problem. Blaming your ignorance on your bike isnt very fair. Service your bike or take it to an expert to fix my friend 👎
There should be the over 1000cc super nakeds (and supercharged) categorie and then the “midrange” 1000cc nakeds. K5 engines can be tuned up to huge Superbike performance too.
Wow impressive review! I’m glad how you actually show us the competition and also tell us rough figures for pricing really makes you think. Personally I would settle for the KTM duke 890 it’s superb and definitely well priced for bike it is. But my head would tell me settle for gsxs1000 it’s damn cheap 1000🙆🏾♂️🤭
Suzuki have done an amazing job for that price. The MT 10 is €4,000 (!!!) more, and Yamaha dealers' arrogance drove me straight to Suzuki. No need to compromise with your money!!
One thing about these bikes is how compact they are - you don't feel it in the pics because of the proportions. You'd think a liter I4 would be be a bulky cumbersome thing, but these are compact machines - seemingly all the more so because they don't have the busy "pile of stuff under the tank" styling of the yamaha, or the ultra aggressive look of the KTM - clean, dense, and very powerful.
I was very surprised when I received mine (first motorcycle hehe) - it is so short and compact! Had it for a couple of months now and I am totally in love. Very happy with it.
@@helgejohan3604 Maybe a relative thing. I have s750, and it's about the same size, and weight, as the 1000, and it feels - not small, but just kind of right.
Great video, I have my eyes fixed on this bike since the announcement. I'll get it as soon as I got my A licence validation (European A2 bike life for now.....)
My 2023 gsxs1K isn’t even broken in yet, and is getting 40+ mpg in the middle of the cold winter. Fuel economy is not why I bought this bike, but wow what a pleasant surprise this was
I recently purchased the Mt09 SP and I think it has way more power than you need on the road. I really don't see the appeal of the extra top end a 1000cc naked four has or the extra fuel they guzzle.
All those other bikes you listed in the "same class" are also 40%+ more money. The GSX-S1000 is the same price as an MT-09. For me personally, when I'm cross shopping bikes, I'm looking at a price range, not necessarily engine displacement. For a little over $11k USD, the gsxs is a bargain, imo.
I got mine on January of this year, an absolute monster on the road, the QS is smooth as butter, the only problem I have with it is heating quickly in the city.... Otherwise... A very good bike to own
jack of all trades bike.....comfortable, looks, performance. especially looks are personal. and I think this is the S3xiest looking bike I have seen so far. the headlight is lower than the tank...but pillion seat is higher than the tank. giving it a razor sharp look. but the handlebars are raised for comfortable seating posture.
So i took this out for a test ride the other day. Did you notice the jerky throttle or was this perhaps just my model? I was on a long straight and decided to open it up while riding at normal speed and it was a very noticeable time delay from my cruising speed to monster speed. which caused a jerk motion. Did you experience this? any idea why it does this?
Good review. Where I live in NZ, the GSX S1000 is the same prices as the Street Triple R model, the Base Duke 890, the MT09 SP and the Z900SE. The CB1000r is 12% more. So a good deal in my view. And it is very hard to use the GSX S750 power safely on the road so the 1000 does not lack in the real world. Be keen to see you ride it to work through traffic.
What I said is that the 1000 has plenty of power given that it is hard to use all the 750s power legally and possibly safely. It gets to the open road speed limit in first. We have a lot of back roads where you can not safely ride to the bike’s capacity.
I just got the 2024 GSXS 1000 and I really love the brakes. Initial bite feels weak but I have strong forearms lol. 😂. I'll tell you this it out brakes my 2023 busa no problem and handling is superb 👌.
What bugging me with all the comparation of naked bike or all motorcycle for that matter for me the number one priority when i purchase a new bike is the realiability the majority of tester dont talk about that to often they all talk about torque and power but what about realiability that my number one question.
Ride a Z900 and love this bike. Was going to trade in for the new Suzuki. Way too much $ difference, so I bought a GSXS1000GT plus and kept the Z. Have to say, powerwise, the GT has a little more, but when it comes to smoothness, the Z is exceptional. Glad I kept it.
As flexible as a Russian Gymnasts. Well the previous one was, haven't ridden this one yet. Dash is "mehh" Just wish it had Cruise Control, I'd pay more for that. Great vid as always!
I've ridden the Z H2 and the GSX. I didn't miss any power on the Suzuki compared to the Kawasaki. I mean you don't ride top speed on these kind of bikes and the acceleration felt nearly identical.
So, when you are on a motorcycle :))..... You look at the time ? :)) Just think about it, these days super nakeds (even the slowest one) can out-run almost anything on the road...... What do you need more? Only thing I'd hate about the Suzuki.....is those stacked headlights, that just ruins everything for me :D.
Certainly not a very good review. The first thing you haven’t mentioned is this bike is lots cheaper and better value for money. 150hp is more then enough. Can you exploit that much horsepower? This Suzuki is good value, handles very well is simple to maintain and comfortable at a great price! What more do you want? You did redeem yourself at the end though👍👍👍👍👍👍
If the bike had more power than it has, it would ruin it and just become another uncontrollable without electronics, ego machine for 4 year olds. As it is, it has excellent power and very good torque that will make it a really good road bike. No a machine for posers with too much cash.
I agree with you--- people without riding exp/skill have no idea how insane some of these bikes are. 150 HP in itself in a bike this light is a crazy amount of power-- it's literally a superbike from the 2000s power wise. This bike geared for road oriented torque, comfortable ergos and useful tech but not too much makes it a great riders bike. Real riders appreciate this bike.
Nice review of a good bike but it's face [headlights] for me is just hideous. What a shame. The new Z900 se for me is probably what I would go for. Ohlins rear shock, matching upgraded fully adjustable front suspension , brembo brakes with braided hoses and a much nicer cleaner front end. Yes it's 25 horses down but an e.c.u flash and a decent exhaust system will claw back a fair chunk of that. Of course there is always the new updated Katana. Same motor, frame, electronics and quick shifter but in a [for me] a much better looking package. The only downside is the still way too small fuel tank at 12 ltr's. Come on Suzuki sought it.
Take price into account and this is the best Super Naked there is. Also is for full sized humans. 150 hp is more that you will ever use outside a track, it is comfortable, decent mileage and if it were up to me I would bring back the analog dials. Oh BTW Euro 5 and emissions regulations for petrol can all go suck a lemon.
This bike would win every super naked shootout if they measured it in $ per HP. Or if they put the nakeds (of any capacity) into price brackets… in Australia, a 2024 Suzuki GSXS-1000 is cheaper than both the Yamaha MT09 AND the Triumph Street Triple!
I think all people want high power and high tech..but in real world could you use all the power or you skilled enough to push the limits of the bike..I think this bike is good ..
got this bike in belgium dont trust the stock dunlop roadsport 2 they are absolute garbage bike feels like riding in rain while its dry af plus wtf is this back tyre 190/50 ? it does not want to turn at all it turns a little but then gets stuck better off with a 180/55 just a fyi
That's the problem these days , people looking for more tech more power and most of the time they don't even use half of it . I think this bike has all the power u could ever want. Suzuki nailed the job again 👍
Agreed. I've had all the gizmos before and don't miss them. Only thing I don't like is it's on the small side as I'm a bigger bloke. I've got the 2024 and if you brighten the screen I've never had any problems.
150 hp are not nearly enough? I think that is more than plenty! The agility, comfort, are more important than more hp and the bike seems to do well there. Cheers!
I thought the same, 150 hp not enough? Rediculous.
I bought a new Z900 last year and I still catch myself dreaming of something with even power than my current 125 hp steed.
Then I wake up and remember that I’m barely using 50 hp most of the time 😵💫
It's actually 160hp in it but suzuki says 150hp to keep the insurance down for the buyer.
Indeed. I love the tight & twisty stuff, which is why I almost always use Road/Rain mode on my Aprilia -- 100 hp (instead of 150) is more than enough for these back roads.
@@snippidippi
So essentially the same peak power as the old bike?
Most of them put down somewhere between 140-145 whp stock from what I’ve seen.
Nothing touches suzuki for engine smoothness and refinement and useability and incredible gearboxes that are so slick compared to some other manufacturers and that's what I look for in a bike.
Uhhhh… Honda 🤔
Having owned the previous version, these bikes don't lack power and if you want more a full system + flash will yeild 160hp+ easy, there easy to maintain and are bulletproof reliable. Bang for buck can't go wrong..
Agreed.
most certainly bullet proof reliable...u can fix it in the side of the road...i love mine..ive had it 4 years now and it still puts a smile on my face
ok, great info, but why previous owner? What do u have now if i may ask? Im between this or mt 09 sp
@@papamichailang mt 09 is great but a inline 4 always beats a 3
Will the gsxr k5 ecu unleash the full power?
It's amazing that we can think 150hp is not enough. People talk about character with bike engines, the K5 derived powerplant has character for miles.
Ive ridden the K5 engine both in the GSXR and the GSX-S and I dont know about character for miles :P I think the MT-10 has a lot more character to the engine, it will be interesting to see how Yamaha prices the new 2022 MT-10 this february. Hopefully it is not much more expensive than this Suzuki.
@@mathias6423 Character and bikes in general are a subjective thing I guess.
@@parsivalshorse sure thing, it is just not often you hear about someone that thinks a straight japanese four has character for miles, it just caught my eye thats all.
@@mathias6423 Yeah, but that's mainly something we say to make ourselves feel better about spending so much money on a Ducati or a Harley. "Oh sure, it's not as fast or reliable - but it's got such character!" ;)
@@parsivalshorseSo what is it about the K5 derived powerplant that makes you say it has character for miles ? There is more to an engines character than how fast it makes the bike go. There is cheap bikes with a lot of character so at least for me it is not something I say just to justify an expensive slow bike. I dont want to make assumptions that you think that the K5 engine has character for miles just because it is fast and cheap :P
They look so good. Especially with an undertail and some different mirrors. Man i cant wait to get one. All black.
Nice fair review. It's not the best obviously but it isn't trying to be & is still great for what it is. It genuinely has to be one of the best value bikes out there currently in terms of bang for your buck. Also when was 150bhp not enough for the road?!?
i couldnt agree more, i have the 2016 model and man i never thought wow, this thing is so slow...best bang for buck...and when u can ride really well...youll beat more powerful bikes...this is the best value for money...
I totally agree, I have a 73hp bike, 150 is plenty enough for the road !
But the gsxs is the best when it comes to engine refinement and smoothness and great gearboxes and bullet proof engines and are the most successful manufacturer in world endurance racing nuff said.
@@wewouldneversellourclubfor3166 Definitely. It won't let you down in terms of reliability if you just treat it with the most basic level of care.
I live in Los Angeles - this is bike for me. Lets ride from Sunset strip to Las Vegas. Or LA to San Fran trip, or from Orange to San Diego...this is the bike that will do it all...through the highway and through the mind bending traffic jams.
As somebody who likes upright naked bikes, I think the Europeans have it wrong. Their idea of a naked bike is a full-on sports bike without the fairing and with handlebars instead of clip ons. I think if a buyer wants a full-on sports bike, that's probably what they are going to buy. I think the buyer who chooses a naked bike is not looking for the ultimate race-track weapon, so performance is less of a priority. I think that the Japanese have a much better handle on that, and of course that's why the GSX-S1000 doesn't use the current GSXR motor. If Suzuki thought the market wanted a GSXR 1000 sans fairing, and with handlebars instead of clip-ons, that's what they would be selling.
Spot on !
What many european bikes got right is that the handlebar is a bit more forward and lower, for a tall guy sitting dead upright you are being like a sail in the wind, worthless on highway. A small lean like 10-20 degrees is perfect, somewhere in between dead upright and full on tuck. The Triumph Speed triple and Bmw S1000R is a perfect example, enough lean to feel sporty and to be a bit more leaned into the wind but still comfortable. If I would like to sit upright like in grandpas chair I would not buy a sportbike.
This might be a dig at a lot of motorcycle journalists, but a lot of them have completely lost scope of what the bikes realistically are used for.
Take some of the publications located in Los Angeles:
They take the bikes up in the mountains and ride in a spirited fashion on well maintained, smooth roads with a lot of fast flowing turns.
Only to come to the conclusion that bike1, that’s basically a naked sport bike, is much better than bike2, which has taken much more of an allrounder approach.
If my bike was bought basically to be a toy used only in almost perfect conditions I too would also much rather have bike1.
And unfortunatly it has led to a lot spec sheet warriors who will always advocate for super high end components and basically everything else is hot garbage.
Worst thing is that I’d wager that you could put them on a bike with decent KYB suspension, throw on some Öhlins badges (and tell them that it’s 10% lighter than it actually is) and they would never be able to tell any way.
@@MachoMadness69420 I agree, many people give the MT-10 bad rep for bad suspension, bad breakes, not enough power, to heavy. I think it is awesome. I love that it has not got the Öhlins, brembos and 200+ hp or else I would not be able to afford it. Rides like a dream for the price it has.
Well said 👍
One of the few or couple inline-4 engines with actual interesting noise and character left on the market. Suzuki just nails that snarl, raspiness, the grunty feedback with these K5 engines.
This is 99% likely my next bike. Cannot beat the performance value, and that’s been true since the original in 2016, but this one is far more modern.
if you have not bought one yet, ill tell you I just picked up a 2024 yesterday and i'm in the break in period. This bike is a blast to ride and the power down low is just amazing.
Best road bike in this category at that price, spec and power full stop. Good review as per normal fellas.
Its a workingman's bike. The rich can spend the extra money for fancy accessories on the other bikes.
i like how you worded that
Just had a test drive last week , beautiful machine with a symphony.. I think best value for the money
Ducati Streetfighter 25.000€
Suzuki GSXS 1000 12.900€
Please stop comparing those Bikes.
Thank you!
Nice review, Donovan. You make total sense when discussing the GSX-S1000.
Love it, want one. Great handling and an amazing quick shifter.
I bet you could go riding with some 180+ HP buddies and not really tell the difference on this bike unless their initials are MM or VR
Nice review,i watched most of them on you tube,i bought mine a year ago june 23, took it to the Spanish mountains instead of a gs1250,wondering if i done the right thing. I did,the bike is a bikers dream,so versatile, except for luggage, travel light time.
4000 miles there ,brilliant. I also have 1200r ducati. The Suzuki is a winner on price alone.I have thrashed this bike through all gears ,it is no slouch and more than enough power for the roads ,in fact it would be brilliant on a track to.
As for the display ,you Won't be looking at it once you start riding it hard.
Only thing i would possible change is the rear shock, nothing not to like about the bike really and when rode at a reasonably pace ,still over 40 mpg.
The motor is a gem.
Had a k5 back in the day.
Brilliant bike, fast , sounds brilliant and handles amazing, pick mine up next week
Thank you for the objective review.
I am a city rider (heavy traffic) who enjoys a regular weekend tour (250 km - 400 km/day). I have to admit that my lap time record on a track/circuit is not that good at all, but do we really need more than 100 hps?.. After riding a few bikes recently, I am currently riding GSX S750 and I have never had a problem with the torque or hp.
No you don’t.
I went from an 2001 Honda Hornet 600 to a new Z900 last year.
Don’t get me wrong it’s a much superior machine in almost every way, but I barely use the additional 30 hp.
The extra torque however, is much more useful.
In NZ track time is $220 NZD for 6 x 15min sessions. A total rip off. If it's similarly priced in other countries I wonder how much time people actually spend on a track? Additionally our roads are a rough pot holed mess if other countries also have this issue it makes me wonder why suspension is always valved in such a harsh way from new. This is what I found with my GSXS? Perhaps the roads are just a far better surface everywhere else?
Love the headlight
To the handful of guys that will rip around a track like this, the Suzuki is not the best bike in its class. To the millions of guys out there looking for cheap thrills, comfort and an ultra reliable machine with awesome styling. The Suzuki is the best bike in its class.
They should add TFT display from the GT version in the next update
150hp is not enough for a bike?? :) Who needs 200hp? The hp war is just a good marketing.
150 is not enough for people who never experienced 150 on a bike
I have 171bhp on my naked bike, I think have yet to use 100bhp and I am already having great fun.
Bang for the buck 150 Hrp and a GSXR motor we’re do I sign
I like that Suzuki offer something that is a great price point, with my big Suzuki's there has always been more little niggles to sort out, brakes seized or hydraulic clutch failure, to fix sorts of things that have never been an issue with my Kawasaki's or Yamaha's. strip and clean replace the seals and good to go for another season. All stuff any DIY minder person can cope with. An acceptable trade off given the price. Great review
Brakes seized and hydraulic failure? Owned countless Suzuki’s in my life never ever heard of that happening to any motorcycle especially a Suzuki. I think lack of maintenance or neglect might be your problem. Blaming your ignorance on your bike isnt very fair. Service your bike or take it to an expert to fix my friend 👎
if you want promoter kawasaki and yamaha, just said it. but what you said is wrong. suzuki motorcycle rare got this kind of problem. but not you
Great review, thank you. Wondering if to choose between the GSXS 1000 and CB1000R for handling, which would be better?
There should be the over 1000cc super nakeds (and supercharged) categorie and then the “midrange” 1000cc nakeds.
K5 engines can be tuned up to huge Superbike performance too.
Wow impressive review! I’m glad how you actually show us the competition and also tell us rough figures for pricing really makes you think. Personally I would settle for the KTM duke 890 it’s superb and definitely well priced for bike it is. But my head would tell me settle for gsxs1000 it’s damn cheap 1000🙆🏾♂️🤭
Suzuki have done an amazing job for that price. The MT 10 is €4,000 (!!!) more, and Yamaha dealers' arrogance drove me straight to Suzuki. No need to compromise with your money!!
I like the GT version of this... Might have to book a test ride...🤔
Gt is over priced
@@downlowgo_401 Hardly. $2500 US more than the naked. You get full fairings, much better display, cruise control and sharp, matching panniers.
One thing about these bikes is how compact they are - you don't feel it in the pics because of the proportions. You'd think a liter I4 would be be a bulky cumbersome thing, but these are compact machines - seemingly all the more so because they don't have the busy "pile of stuff under the tank" styling of the yamaha, or the ultra aggressive look of the KTM - clean, dense, and very powerful.
I was very surprised when I received mine (first motorcycle hehe) - it is so short and compact! Had it for a couple of months now and I am totally in love. Very happy with it.
Gsx 1000s feels wide and bulky i like that. ✊🔥Mt 09 feels to smal😩
@@helgejohan3604 Maybe a relative thing. I have s750, and it's about the same size, and weight, as the 1000, and it feels - not small, but just kind of right.
I have the 2020 gsx s750 n I think it’s Plenty of power but I do love the headlight on this one
Great video, I have my eyes fixed on this bike since the announcement. I'll get it as soon as I got my A licence validation (European A2 bike life for now.....)
My 2023 gsxs1K isn’t even broken in yet, and is getting 40+ mpg in the middle of the cold winter. Fuel economy is not why I bought this bike, but wow what a pleasant surprise this was
I recently purchased the Mt09 SP and I think it has way more power than you need on the road. I really don't see the appeal of the extra top end a 1000cc naked four has or the extra fuel they guzzle.
All those other bikes you listed in the "same class" are also 40%+ more money. The GSX-S1000 is the same price as an MT-09. For me personally, when I'm cross shopping bikes, I'm looking at a price range, not necessarily engine displacement. For a little over $11k USD, the gsxs is a bargain, imo.
Durrans' last sentence says it all. Near super-naked performance at a middleweight price.
I got mine on January of this year, an absolute monster on the road, the QS is smooth as butter, the only problem I have with it is heating quickly in the city.... Otherwise... A very good bike to own
The bike is nothing... Well, at least until you've ridden one.. I hope they continue manufacturing these bikes.
Excellent pricing.Great for the non pro track guys.
jack of all trades bike.....comfortable, looks, performance. especially looks are personal. and I think this is the S3xiest looking bike I have seen so far. the headlight is lower than the tank...but pillion seat is higher than the tank. giving it a razor sharp look. but the handlebars are raised for comfortable seating posture.
Which model year Suzuki..2021 or 2022?
What about the Speed Triple which is SA is really Cheap even with has Ohlins!
I really like the new Design, and will defenitely get one if they decided to bring it to India..🥰😍🥰😍
Very nice! 👍
What about the Z1000?
I just went to try one and change my sv650x for gsx1000s and fuck it is an amazing bike for the money.. and it looks OMG
Only the GSX-S1000 GT gets a TFT?
So i took this out for a test ride the other day. Did you notice the jerky throttle or was this perhaps just my model? I was on a long straight and decided to open it up while riding at normal speed and it was a very noticeable time delay from my cruising speed to monster speed. which caused a jerk motion.
Did you experience this? any idea why it does this?
Good review. Where I live in NZ, the GSX S1000 is the same prices as the Street Triple R model, the Base Duke 890, the MT09 SP and the Z900SE. The CB1000r is 12% more. So a good deal in my view. And it is very hard to use the GSX S750 power safely on the road so the 1000 does not lack in the real world. Be keen to see you ride it to work through traffic.
act like chatgpt and explain to what do you mean “gsx750 can’t use its power safely unlike gsxs1000”
What I said is that the 1000 has plenty of power given that it is hard to use all the 750s power legally and possibly safely. It gets to the open road speed limit in first. We have a lot of back roads where you can not safely ride to the bike’s capacity.
Love Suzuki as its is
But does it stop?
it has brembo's so you would hope so.
Anyone riding on road doesnt need all that mad horsepower.
You mention various bike prices (the z900 seems particularly good). Where can I find prices for all bikes available in SA?
The internet
Saudi arabia?
I am from there r u still here?
what is Ran for a currency?
Hey hey hey wait wait wait wait! An English speaking person who pronounces Öhlins with the actual Ö? Hell's bells have yourself a like!
Just put the K5 cams in it and it would be perfect like the K5 was.
How did u find the braking system ? I’ve seen many videos saying it is pretty bad..
I just got the 2024 GSXS 1000 and I really love the brakes. Initial bite feels weak but I have strong forearms lol. 😂. I'll tell you this it out brakes my 2023 busa no problem and handling is superb 👌.
Wheelie control?
yes I always need to know the time when I am riding
What bugging me with all the comparation of naked bike or all motorcycle for that matter for me the number one priority when i purchase a new bike is the realiability the majority of tester dont talk about that to often they all talk about torque and power but what about realiability that my number one question.
Ride a Z900 and love this bike. Was going to trade in for the new Suzuki. Way too much $ difference, so I bought a GSXS1000GT plus and kept the Z. Have to say, powerwise, the GT has a little more, but when it comes to smoothness, the Z is exceptional. Glad I kept it.
i love suzuki is amazing fantastic magical superb top ! ! ! ! ! !!
looooove it! hopefully my next little baby! 😍
Suzuki usually is the best value though.
PS The bike has a LCD display. Not TFT - which doesn't really matter either.
Yes it does because the LCD display on this bike is HORRIBLE! I know, I own one. I love the bike but the display is freaking HORRIBLE!
Awesome 🥰
K5 rules.
It is either a good bike or its not. So i guess its cheap and its performance is cheap or less than expectations, right?
Spot on. Its the new plastic fantastic bargain.
But at 3000k less that those other bikes you can modify it out for YOU and 160+ hp at wheel with a ecu and exhaust is not to shabby
As flexible as a Russian Gymnasts.
Well the previous one was, haven't ridden this one yet. Dash is "mehh" Just wish it had Cruise Control, I'd pay more for that.
Great vid as always!
People: Yamaha nakeds are ugly AF!
Suzuki: Hold my beer
I've ridden the Z H2 and the GSX. I didn't miss any power on the Suzuki compared to the Kawasaki. I mean you don't ride top speed on these kind of bikes and the acceleration felt nearly identical.
Zh2 are alot more raw and fast✊🔥
So, when you are on a motorcycle :))..... You look at the time ? :))
Just think about it, these days super nakeds (even the slowest one) can out-run almost anything on the road...... What do you need more?
Only thing I'd hate about the Suzuki.....is those stacked headlights, that just ruins everything for me :D.
Certainly not a very good review. The first thing you haven’t mentioned is this bike is lots cheaper and better value for money. 150hp is more then enough. Can you exploit that much horsepower?
This Suzuki is good value, handles very well is simple to maintain and comfortable at a great price! What more do you want?
You did redeem yourself at the end though👍👍👍👍👍👍
awesome bike for the money prob the best cost/feature cost!
Did this guy complain about it being hard to read time from the cluster clock?
150hp not enough? - and here's me thinking my 94HP CB650R is fast ahaha.
I love my Z900.
If the bike had more power than it has, it would ruin it and just become another uncontrollable without electronics, ego machine for 4 year olds. As it is, it has excellent power and very good torque that will make it a really good road bike. No a machine for posers with too much cash.
I agree with you--- people without riding exp/skill have no idea how insane some of these bikes are. 150 HP in itself in a bike this light is a crazy amount of power-- it's literally a superbike from the 2000s power wise. This bike geared for road oriented torque, comfortable ergos and useful tech but not too much makes it a great riders bike. Real riders appreciate this bike.
Nice review of a good bike but it's face [headlights] for me is just hideous. What a shame. The new Z900 se for me is probably what I would go for. Ohlins rear shock, matching upgraded fully adjustable front suspension , brembo brakes with braided hoses and a much nicer cleaner front end. Yes it's 25 horses down but an e.c.u flash and a decent exhaust system will claw back a fair chunk of that. Of course there is always the new updated Katana. Same motor, frame, electronics and quick shifter but in a [for me] a much better looking package. The only downside is the still way too small fuel tank at 12 ltr's. Come on Suzuki sought it.
How in Gods green earth do you like the katana but find the GSXS ugly...
@@Itowle9 My opinion, not yours. Simples.
Watch Revzilla racing a beat-up 2005 GSX-R 1000 against a 2020 Panigale V4.... that should give you an idea.
Gotta love Dave
Another brilliant video, would still rather have a lightly used BMW R1250R 😍 Goddamn I loved riding that bike!
Isn't R1250R a bit too heavy?
It’s a super naked that can be used daily on the road. It’s ace!
Take price into account and this is the best Super Naked there is. Also is for full sized humans. 150 hp is more that you will ever use outside a track, it is comfortable, decent mileage and if it were up to me I would bring back the analog dials. Oh BTW Euro 5 and emissions regulations for petrol can all go suck a lemon.
I don't own one. But I love it..
This bike would win every super naked shootout if they measured it in $ per HP. Or if they put the nakeds (of any capacity) into price brackets… in Australia, a 2024 Suzuki GSXS-1000 is cheaper than both the Yamaha MT09 AND the Triumph Street Triple!
Best bike in “it’s” market
I'd get one if I was in the market.
I have more fun on it than on a S1000R :)
It would do me and I think it looks great less is more
I think all people want high power and high tech..but in real world could you use all the power or you skilled enough to push the limits of the bike..I think this bike is good ..
got this bike in belgium dont trust the stock dunlop roadsport 2 they are absolute garbage bike feels like riding in rain while its dry af plus wtf is this back tyre 190/50 ? it does not want to turn at all it turns a little but then gets stuck better off with a 180/55 just a fyi
I have the first gen naked and it's bonkers on the street. No clue why such power is even street legal, TBH. I'll take it though!
I'm lucky if I use over 40% of the power on my 2020 z900...smh
Looks a lot better then the Mt 10🤮