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The absolutely insane thing about motorcycles, which honestly was part of why i first got into bikes, is the fact that, as seen right here, either with the Hayabusa or with other models like the Yamaha R1 or Kawasaki H1, the absolute cream of the top, best of the best, hypersport superbikes that are exactly or nearly exactly the same models used in the top racing series in the world, are "accessible" to common people. Financially speaking. Just think about that, a Hayabusa is "only" twice the price of a mid-tier bike such as a Ninja 636 or a Yamaha R6. You just dont see that with cars. You cant walk into a showroom as a middle-income regular dude that currently drives a Nissan, and even think about buying a Ferrari F50, ever, in your entire life. Nor can you think about buying a Lamborghini Aventador. Or a Bugatti Veyron. But with motorcycles, you can. They are within reach. It's possible to own the top end "luxury" best bikes in the world. And that's what makes this whole hobby so amazing. You're allowed to dream, and if you work hard, you at least have a chance to achieve it. With supercars, its almost.... Pointless to dream? Pointless to take the hobby further than just a "watch cars on tv / youtube" thing. Because you know you'll never have any shot in hell at owning them, so you never dive "too" deep, because you'd just be disappointed. You keep distance.
I know exactly what you mean. Motorcycles are like a cheat code for driving. I live in Asia and bought myself a used CF Moto MT650 with not many miles on it for $3000 and it's generally the fastest thing on whatever road it's on.
I've owned a supercharged Kawasaki H2 SX SE since they were released in 2018. It's another heavy hitter like the Hayabusa. The answer to the question "why?" is easy - because I want to. We can argue about practicality, comfort, etc. but whether you ride Sport, Touring, Cruiser, Adventure, Dirtbike or whatever, most of us buy them because we want to. We leave the car at home and ride - because we want to, because we enjoy it. Ian's review captured a good point that is often missed. These big powerful bikes, like the Hayabusa, have strong, smooth power delivery so they're sweet to ride at the low end of the rpm range too. Yes, they're a thrill when opened up, but most of the time you can ride around like a sensible human knowing that you can twist-and-go without even changing down gear.
No, your presumption is wrong. You must be thinking of the H2R. I own the H2 SX SE - the sport tourng version that Ian mentioned as a possible competitor to the Haybusa. Maintenance intervals are similar to other bikes I've owned. Some maintenance tasks are more involved, due to the complexity of the bike, but still simple enough that I'm able to do all my own maintenance.
Your concluding comment really touched me. Thank you for this through review. I think you described very well how it is like riding Hayabusa. Let me quote. “It’s a moving and emotional and almost spiritual experience in terms of the adrenaline and the chemicals that it can activate in your brain. The experience of riding it and feeling the acceleration and being connected to the machine is not something that myself or I think anyone could really put into words.”
It was said that there were 2 Kamikaze survivors of WWII...each of them designed this original 1300cc engine for Suzuki, and 1400cc for Kawasaki back in 70s...and the guy who made Suzuki rode and broke the speed of light, with the guy on Kawasaki chasing behind him...they both vanished as they broke through the space-time continuum, some says that we can occasionally see their tire tread mark in the sky thinking its meteors...so Suzuki decided to tone down the engine power and we mere mortals get the versions that are being sold today...only a story someone told me...must be a legend.
The dash alone is worth buying it. Other manufactures take note. A very good review of this bike and also your observations on the power of this bike apply equally to other super naked or super sport bikes as they have the same issues of hyper performance. In the wrong hands they are widow makers, as indeed, we know any bike can be but these especially as the speed and power as you rightly emphasize is immense, intoxicating and addictive. Control being the operative word. Losing your license is the least of your worries. Being alive at the end of the day would be the biggest concern for me riding this bike. I have owned a Honda CBR1100XX Blackbird, a mint low mileage one, which was fast and super smooth, but obviously didn't have all the electronics of this bike. The acceleration and speed was exhilarating.
I have had over 80 bikes in my life and 12 where Suzukis Great machines at a great price a very reliable High class review as always….if I had one nit pick it would be to possible smile once in a while. I watch all of your videos and you seem slightly angry in each But again just a bit pick and you are a master class bike review guy!
"You don't have sense of how fast you're going with this bike" That was the only thing that ever scared me about my 2 'Busas. It handles speed so well that it let's you forget how dangerous those speeds are should something ever go wrong.
Yep, that is the Busa difference. Rode my Gen 1 for the first time in 2001 and that was the sense of it - going 120kph felt like 80-90kph, realised that I actually should slow down for corners, felt like I shouldn't - insane feeling, completely different to any other bike I've ever ridden. Gen 2 was the same and can't see why the Gen 3 would be different. Respect is the key requirement for this bike, if you have this you will enjoy it at all levels. Maturity helps as well. When the idiots in V8s try to drag you at the lights, you can sit back knowing that you can beat them any day, just not today if you choose, and keep your licence.
Well said all round. The Busa is a "brand within a brand" despite being dated in some ways. However, it is great to ride at any speed, in any gear, at any revs. Love it.
I think the easist thing in the world would be to simply make an adventure bike with the Hayabusa engine. It's a no brainer. I mean, it would compete with all the large heavy adventure bikes, but it would have the advantage of being smoother, more powerful, and it sounds so raspy and mean, and there is no competition for it, since there aren't any inline 4 cylinder adventure bikes, which would help it sell, because it would have no direct competition. The Hayabusa engine is so popular for aftermarket parts, so it would be the perfect adventure bike engine, even if it's a bit too big and unwieldly. Because you could buy parts for the engine anywhere in the world. They could merely stick an overdrive gear in the Hayabusa engine, change the final drive to make it shorter, make the clutch slightly easier to pull, retard the timing a tiny bit, and put a slightly heavier flywheel on it, and then done, you have the best ADV bike in the world. I fully expect that they will come to their senses and build a Hayabusa engine adventure bike.
@@Ritalie Yes, agree. It is a very versatile motor and would suit a lot of applications. I saw a video a while ago of a guy in Finland (would have to be unless it was Australia) who modified a trail bike as you suggest, insane. As is this clip which you might like - th-cam.com/video/3byv8WMdIBE/w-d-xo.html
First off, thank you for (as usual) an intelligent and informative video. You stand head and shoulders above the usual TH-cam offerings. Whilst the 'busa is no doubt an example of excellent engineering and design, being old fashioned, I think that if such a degree of electronic control is needed, then the bike is just too powerful. Electronics at this level are surely more suited (IMO) to aircraft and I mean fighter jets, not Cessna 150s! The multiplicity of choices in the various modes is mind boggling. There are so many other bikes in the same category too, that seem to be designed as much for bragging rights as normal, even spirited road use.
practically every bike with more than 100BHP on the market these days has electronic rider aids that compare to what is on this Suzuki. It is not just a matter of "too much power" though that is a consideration on the superbikes pushing close to or above 200BHP. It is also just the market evolving and the industry wanting to offer more.
The busa has the girth and length to do some things better than other bikes. At the end if the day it's just cool though. I would prefer if the manufacturers stick to 100hp or so and make the bikes lighter, simpler, with better brakes, and with at least a few different suspension set ups for different weights. Everything is built to be more complex. Just the way the world is now.
I can't have a sports bike any more since I would just lose my license the way things are now here in the UK , plus the condition of roads mean adventure bikes are more practical. However, I am overjoyed that mad fast bikes like this are still being made, and the temptation is agonising! Really comprehensive look at the bike, well done.
A couple things about this bike.. the weight is what makes this bike comfortable and not some twitchy lightweight high power race bike that of course can out accelerate this model. That is why you could do long distances on this bike. You are not going to be blown off the highway by some tractor trailer and will not be as tired trying to keep it upright all day... the other thing i do not understand and this goes for all the brands is why are we in the US worried about Euro 5 ? They used to make vehicles special for California and their ridiculous standards ,still do I guess. That is OK to build them a special set of vehicles...Why are they more concerned about the Euro market? Do they buy more of the Hyabusa models? I would bet more Suzukis are sold here than in Europe. Europe wants to do away with the ICE and go full electric.... Make a USA model without all the Socialist country restrictions. Ok saving money building one version i get that but kissing up to countries that want to get rid of you makes total sense right ? .. buying your company a couple years maybe....
Thank you for the detailed review, much appreciated. Up here in Alberta they're pretty hard to find actually. Last year's run sold out pretty quick. I hope Suzuki sells all the Gen 3 Busas they can build. I feel like the new Busa does old school the right way. Still a legend.
The only inline 4 I can ride without risking my license is my 1991 nighthawk 750. As much as I love modern inline 4s I just dont have the self control to own one, all the fun is at the top of the rev range, aka way over speed limits, and tend to find them a bit boring and uncomfortable at slow speeds.
personally i think one of the great things about the extra displacement of the busa is how fun it is even at low rpms. right there with you though, i have no self control.
I dream of a motorcycle that has a low revving 4 cylinder with a super tall overdrive, so you can actually lope along. Nobody has built such a bike. Why is a 4 cylinder always high revving? You can make a 4 cylinder with torque and super low RPM performance as well, and it would still be very smooth. Jay Leno shows a dream motorcycle, it's a 1932 Henderson inline 4 with 50hp, and it has an overdrive gear (something all new motorcycles don't have). The 1932 motorcycle is a better cruiser than any modern bike, because it has a super heavy crankshaft, and no vibration at all, and it has an overdrive, so it's barely idling at 60mph. It's completely unacceptable that in 2023, they have worse gear ratios than a bike made 90 years ago. Look up his 2 "Henderson Motorcycle" video clips that show him driving it.
@@Ritalie I think the problem is many would say they are not exciting enough…but I solved the problem and bought an MT-01, 90hp, 110ft-lbs torque, 5500rpm redline…
Just found your channel and I got the Busa bug right now. Looks like we live in similar geographical area but I’m in SW CO. Lots of wind, big winding Mtn roads and longer distances between fuel have me looking at them s bike over a 750/1000. How is this bike riding 2up? Worthy of date night or the wife’s going to be hating?
Really good and thoughtful review. I have recently bought and customized a gen 1. It's a wonderful machine. It's a pity we're moving to a world where this kind of experiences are to be forbideen.
Hi BRM, Great video - very informative. I owned two of the Gen 1s and really enjoyed the versatility. It is a great allrounder. You can ride at any pace, with excellent predictability that inspires confidence and enhances the overall enjoyment of riding the machine. You can mix it up with sport bikes or cruise along along with the cruisers. The pillion grab rail is set low on purpose. Just like the matt finish to the internal face of the rims, Suzuki's designers did their homework. A low set grab rail, keeps your arms almost straight as a pillion - enabling the optimal ergonomic position to keep your mass from moving forward or back under extreme acceleration and aggressive braking. The bike is lightyears away from being a pig. Yes, it is a little heavier than a pure sport bike, but no where near some of the larger cruisers. Ridden smoothly the bike handles incredibly well and will carry high cornering speed in tight twisties without complaint. Ridden aggressively, it also handles incredibly well, it just needs a little more front end grip respect in corner entry than a lighter sports bike. So, practice your braking ability. Braking well is the key. Wash of the straight line speed with aggressive braking (that the bikes long wheel base enables with great stability) then settle it in smoothly to the apex, with a light trailing of the rear brake. Smoothly power it out, with high foot pressure applied to the outside peg (to weight of the rear), driving through the rear brake. Blast to the next corner and repeat. Right now I'm torn between the Gen 3 and S1000RR (yes the Busa is that good). What it lacks against a pure sports bike, it makes up for in spades in ride comfort and stabile high speed road presence. Ah, no I don't work for Suzuki. Just an appreciative customer that thinks anyone in the market for new toy, should test ride one the first chance you get.
How about the starting issues? Just got my Gen 3 today and it has not wanted to start 3 times. Cycle the key and it starts fine. Other than that I love it!
That was a balanced and quite informative video. I have a deposit down on a similar black Busa. It won me over maybe the fifth minute of the test ride. At first the riding position seemed too much (I ride a super naked), but once I adjusted, I appreciated the outstanding quality feel of that bike. Its smooth, manageable and the power is immense when you tap it. There is no substitute for a naturally aspirated big inline4. Another thing is that the seat is comfortable, surprisingly for pillion too. I will add bar risers and drop pegs to mine and ride far and fast, because that engine is simply amazing.
@@awesomeagnihotrisvlog I did. It transforms the bike. I added the 27mm MotoCNC riser and the riding position is much more relaxed, almost like on a naked bike but much more spacious. I wanted to add drop pegs as well, but after a 9-hour days' ride I found that there was no need. If I can recommend another mod it's a double bubble windshield, that and the bar risers make the bike a perfect sports tourer. I rode 1800kms in 3 days on the gen3 Busa and it was amazing.
picked up 6 month ago with 10k on the clock now, tbh i was not a fan of busa or big a$$ sport touring bikes, but this bike is shockingly satisfying to commute, in the twisty and even racing. yes, its not the most powerful bike, not even in top 5, top10 right now but the riding quality and smoothness of power is something ive never experienced before. plus it turned more heads than my mate's ducati V4 (cops too)xd. Seems like everybody knows what hayabusa stands for, like the GTR but in 2 wheels lol
I, like you, had never ridden a Hayabusa in the years I've been riding. I did just that this past weekend in Daytona...amazing bike and I actually appreciate how planted and aerodynamic it feels at speed...it's amazing you can feel so comfortable whilst travelling at law breaking speeds...that being said I would still get the Helibars to make it a tad less wristy for everyday consumption
The gen 3 busa is a fantastic motorcycle, I've had the gen 1&2 now and really enjoyed them but this gen 3 is slightly more comfortable and refined. Quite simply a fantastic bike, both commuting or a 400 mile in a day machine. .
I sat on one of these in a dealership in Bend OR last month and it is very aggressive in it’s riding position and is definitely not a sport touring bike. The one I saw was the Silver color but the Black is the one I like. I think this is a piece of Art.
Excellent review. Thanks. I recently bought one (white/blue) for $16,599 so there are some deals to be had. I'm an old guy so what I did was lower the foot pegs (1 1/2'') and raised the bars (1'') and it transformed to ergonomics to make it quite comfortable. As you know the seat is much more comfortable than a typical sports bike. Anyway, after having ridden a few hundred miles I completely agree with your comments on the bike. It's a very special piece of motorcyle history. Great job.
Iam almost 59 dude, I currently ride a gen 1 busa, but I put to many miles on it, so Iam ready soon to get me one, I may need to do what you did with the bars, and pegs.
@@georgerodriguez4572 The pegs: M-Grip Billet 40mm Front Riser Footpegs Fit Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa 08-16. I got on ebay. The bar risers are 1'' Helibars that I bought direct. Good luck.
Personally, don't really care about other bikes. They all look dumb to me. This 3rd generation 'busa has the same power to grab my mind that the C7 Corvette had. Man, if you're broke, short, weak, don't watch and definitely don't buy. I love that it's polarizing above all else.
Best review! Love busas....Had a gsxr1100 93 with just 19 years old... 155cv....crazy crazy fast years.... Survived thank God.. . Am I ready now after almost 40 years of riding, begun at 9 years old, and more than 1,5 million kilometers??!! Hmmmm.... I'm not sure... I'm into adventure bikes right now... But let me tell you that being over a bike at 250 and more and feeling stable and secure and being at any place half the time you should drive with any other vehicle, makes life very very exiting... You some guys know what I'm talking about.... That feeling.... Now at 48years and my back with some titanium "gear" makes me think that it's now or never, before I get older.... My st12 re has 122.000kns in 4 years, so I'm doing fine but a busa I think will make me run the beast inside of me riding the hell out of it... Might go and try one... But I know that If I try.... Next, being in the tvnews... And no license...
Hello thank you for the review. As a Gen II Hayabusa owner I relate to a lot of what you said. This is a well thought out review and very professional. I am in the process of thinking of upgrading however the Gen II that I have ticks all my boxes. Your passage towards the end regarding how this bike makes you feel is spot on! As a past owner of many fast sport bikes including the supercharged Kawasaki Ninja H2 I can vouch for the Hayabusa as being the best all rounder including something you didnt mention and that is having a pillion in relative comfort to share that unique riding experience. The H2 CANNOT do this!!! Thanks again I appreciate your great presentation 👍👍👍 Regards Jeffro (Australia 🇦🇺 )
In answer to the question of "Why?", my reply is, because that's the ride. I've never ridden one of these and I don't ever see myself owning one, but I get that in a country where motorcycles are necessary for pretty much no one, the experience of riding a big, powerful beast is for some people what gets them to their happy place. For others, it's taking all their camping equipment on two wheels off road, or bombing through city streets with a gang of Groms, or tooling around North Dakota on a bagger. Why do any of that? Because that's the ride. Sometimes their ride is not my ride, and that's okay.
It's been a trip to vicariously experience the 'busa through your two excellent, entertaining and informative reviews. I've never been a pure sport-bike rider since my love is long-distance touring and my Concours has been just right for me. As I plan and dream about my next bike, I find the new technologies exciting and mind-boggling. You're definitely helping with this quest. Thanks.
It has long range touring, everything for me except…….the physical design of the rear seat, luggage area over the blinkers etc……..not user friendly. Fix this with shaft drive……my bike!!!!
Many thanks for an excellent pair of reviews. Unlike so many others on TH-cam or elsewhere you absolutely get it - your summary, expressed more elequontly than I ever could, matches almost exactly how I feel. I owned a Gen 2 and had never felt such an emotional attachment to a bike - always regretted selling it! Bought myself one of these last summer after my local dealer (UK) lent me his demonstrator for a couple of days so I could make sure my 74 year old body would still cope with long days in the saddle - having previously moved on via a ZX-14R/ZZR to a more upright K1300R . What a wonderful machine, so easy to ride and in answer to another comment on here I'd suggest that the advanced electronics just enhance the riding experience and improve safety - the previous bike was just as powerful but only had abs with a fairly crude traction control system. Will use mine for day long ride-outs and touring Europe - lots of owners in this part of the world do the same.
I'm late but this was a very impressive review. Thorough, concise, and well articulated. I'm contemplating whether or not I want to purchase a new Hayabusa. Thanks and safe riding!
I just watched your first video on the Hayabusa. I just had to watch this second one. Getting the popcorn ready now. The problem with the price adjusted for inflation is: Our paychecks didn't adjust. So yes they cost a heck of a lot more. I really think you give a great review.
The textured panel reminds me of feathers. Which would go great with the actual name of the bike. I will be owning one of these in the near future once my MT-09 is paid off.
Thank you for another first rate video. Keep with the great work. I've ridden a Gen 1 model and really enjoyed it. I rode it back-to-back with a GSX-R1000 and found the Hayabusa to be much more stable above 100 mph. Both machines were quite a bit faster than the VFR800 I owned at the time. The experience was definitely an eye opening (and eye-watering) experience.
Definitely an informative, enjoyable and useful review. I've watched lots of Busa Vids and Big Rock Moto is up right there with the best of them. Your presentation was faultless and didn't waste any words. Thank You. I hope to test a Gen3 model before I get much older.
should also be noted that pricing on these varies. Some local dealers in Michigan have 2023 gen 3 hayabusas for almost $3k below MSRP. very awesome bikes i wish I was in the position to buy.
"Necessary" "Why".... jeepers people, firstly we're talking about a MOTORCYCLE. While motorcycles are tools and necessary vehicles in many parts of the world, in the Western, 1st world countries this is marketed to, this bike is a luxury pleasure bike. Why are there Corvettes, 911's, etc. etc. etc. It puzzles me, many of the questions...
So Suzuki pours money and manpower into updating the Hayabusa for the fat cats while at the same time entirely IGNORING models which are beyond overdue for updating? Totally completly ignoring the lowly but loyal DRZ SO neglected customerbase not mention the Weestrom community and for that matter the entire SV/Strom model range which they have only done low cost upgrades when they SHOULD have redone ALL of that range probably with a new CP2 type motor family including things like cruise control and quickshifter etc. at least as options... really hard to respect the company in my opinion For SHAME Suzuki!
In your video you are greatly exaggerating the seating position and weight of the bike to make it look more extreme. I have a Gen 3 Busa. It leans forward a touch and the pegs are a bit high, but why are you scooting your butt back into the pillion seat and hunching forward to make it look worse? Unless you can only deadlift or bench press 90lbs, this bike isn't that hard to maneuver about either. The bike is 582lbs, but that weight is carried low. It's very stable, even when peddling about with your feet. My Honda Shadow 750 is far harder to scoot about than the Suzuki.
This is not a daily rider. It is designed for going Fast on the Interstate or Autobahn at blazing high speeds when other sport bikes give up. Thus, it's a niche bike if you have 3 or 4 others to ride around.
I've been doing the research. After all of these years, the Hayabusa still makes most of the Top 10 fastest bikes lists for 2023. There are numerous videos on TH-cam showing turbo Hayabusas beating Kawasaki H2's on the drag strip. Also, people always talk about the weight of the Hayabusa, but the Kawasaki H2 SX SE weighs about 9lbs more and has a 1.3 inch higher seat.
Nice thing to note about the Busa is, yes, its heavy. But few other bikes on the market can you drop 50-100 pounds as quickly with the aftermarket support. We also used to joke about people getting their motorcycle license or MSF and immediately getting a Busa.....but with the electronics Suzuki has put on these bikes, going from a 300cc starter bike to one of these gen 3's isn't even crazy anymore.
Handsdown🙌 best comprehensive review sir. I am from India tall guy 6 ft 4 inch i own 390 adventure. Want to buy a 2nd bike for highway rides thinking of hayabusa. I will use risers & lower footpegs if possible for better rider triangle. Reason I am thinking of hayabusa gen 3 is I will buy a used top end one at 14k to 15k usd. Maintenance of hayabusa here in India is actually cheap 110 usd for servicing. I am hoping this bike has a Rock solid engine life & reliability. I am big fan of inline 4 sound. This bike has huge power so I could add mods like taller windscreen, big side mirrors to my hearts content without worrying performance loss as I am anyway not using the top rev band. So technically wear & tear will be very less & bike lasts long. I hope my decision isn't bad 😁.
Everything is relative. I'm used to being on 600 and 1000 supersports and superbikes, the hayabusa is like stretching out on a couch compared to being on those. A busa is perfectly suited to daily use and/or touring, they're also great for top speed runs and drag racing. Necessary? Nothing but food, water and air is necessary, everything else is a luxury. It goes back to everything being relative, I don't think that most things one adventure bikes, specifically bikes like the 1250gsa are necessary. Most people on adventure bikes probably don't think that going 180+mph is necessary, but it's fun. I've always been on sportbikes, supermotos, and dirtbikes, how slow adventure bikes are is the #1 thing keeping me from buying one, I'm afraid I'll hate it and regret the purchase.
My friend Hayabusa is a bike that's designed for us the generation x. Nobody that have not learned to drive a bike during 80s can understand our mentality. Statistics 70% of the lovers and owners of a busa are over 35 years old. We say from the 1gen No elektronics no abs no anti wheelie.take it if you can or else go buy cbr. So I have a 97 blade and i absolutely love it But I have a busa too and absolutely will have that as long as it goes. And I m 52 years old. Don't bother if the masses cannot understand. No need to explain. This maschine is not for everyone. It's not the bike you're going to buy from your own. She'll come to you when it's time. And she'll stay.....
And with all the updates, it's still a pain in the Ass over a 1 hour ordeal to change the oil & Filter with all the panels/pins off and on. The ZX-14 is a simple 20 minute job, with no removal of panels at all.
There is very simple answer to the to this stupid question which pops up in nearly every video about Hayabusa…. " It is a comfortable megafast sportsbike for taller people who dont want to look and feel like monkey on circus bicycle" And yes- it is very practical for everyday riding. In fact huperbikes are probably most versatile "do anything " motobikes. The author very well summarised this bike in final words :" Extremely well executed premium motocycle"
"This is not a comfortable riding position." I do appreciate you demonstrating this and expounding on it. There are many out there saying this is really comfortable for all-day touring, but that really challenges my inferences about it just looking at the riding geometry and only having sat on one at the dealership (haven't gotten a chance to ride one yet).
Hello, this is your second video I watched. Yes, Busa biased. I shall watch other videos in the future. I don't think there is any one Motorcycle that is perfect at everything. Each person needs to make an informed decision. I have the Height, Strength needed for the Busa. My 1st Motorcycles was a Suzuki SV650S, 2001, blue color scheme. This is one of the best all around. Perfect for a beginner, yet fun enough for any level of rider. Look at all the Racing done with this as the main contender. In 2005 Suzuki made the frame for the SV650/SV1000 very similar. I wish they still made the SV1000S, I liked the Silver. Easy to put a power commander on with the Yoshimura exhaust cannisters. For the 2005 SV650S, blue that I had. After 15K miles I needed new tires. The stock was 120/60/17 Front, 160/70/17 Rear ? I switched to 120/70/17 Front, 170/60/17 Rear. That made a huge difference in the ride quality. Keep up the great video's.
I don't have the Busa yet (soon), but to help answer the question about commuter bike at 24:40, I have, imo, a perfect commuter bike, Electric Zero SR/S (110hp), but at 100-125mile range, I want a bike for highway riding to be able to ride 200 miles + - on a tank, fill up and go farther. The Zero is actually faster in shorter distances than most gas bikes and with 140nm of torque it is much stronger than gas bikes. I have no problem with the speed being limited to 124mph and I think it is smart for the Busa to have a speed limiter option. I will probably set it at 124mph. Like the Zero, the Busa has similar electronics package, ABS, Traction Control, Cruise Control, etc. I feel like the Zero and Busa are closer companions than the Busa and ZX14R.
One thing he missed and is kinda nice is the fact the gen 3 has duel link braking. It is not talked about much but when reading the owners manual it describes the new functions. So far love the bike and just swapped the exhaust for the full alienhead 2 system.
so a friend loaned me his Gen 1 Busa while my BMW k1200 rs was being repaired. This amazing machine had been in a pretty serious accident and had everything plastic replaced along with a new clutch and front brake. The bike also has 84k miles on it. Being used to my BMW, I was skeptical about riding this beast. I am proud to say that she won me over in the first week of riding her. Yes, the riding position is aggressive- however, the length and bar position for me, were very easy to get used to. To say nothing of the sheer power of this magnificent machine, she is surprisingly agile. I've had some of the best rides of my life on this Hayabusa and have become a believer. In the coming months, I will be laying down a fist full of cash for a 2024, silver/red Hayabusa( don't tell my wife). If the new Gen 3 is as awesome as the first Gen, I know I will be a happy man. Oh, and I am still waiting on my BMW :(
I've spent over 12 years on two Hayabusas (2 Gen) - and have to admit that you are mostly right. It's very good for touring, it's quite nimble in the city (assuming you got some skills), what I'd add to it is that apart from specs etc - it gives you this feeling when you notice that all other riders pay respect for it and do not try to race, and even those people not specially interested in motorcycles gonna recognise this one of the kind bike :)
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The absolutely insane thing about motorcycles, which honestly was part of why i first got into bikes, is the fact that, as seen right here, either with the Hayabusa or with other models like the Yamaha R1 or Kawasaki H1, the absolute cream of the top, best of the best, hypersport superbikes that are exactly or nearly exactly the same models used in the top racing series in the world, are "accessible" to common people. Financially speaking.
Just think about that, a Hayabusa is "only" twice the price of a mid-tier bike such as a Ninja 636 or a Yamaha R6.
You just dont see that with cars. You cant walk into a showroom as a middle-income regular dude that currently drives a Nissan, and even think about buying a Ferrari F50, ever, in your entire life. Nor can you think about buying a Lamborghini Aventador. Or a Bugatti Veyron.
But with motorcycles, you can. They are within reach. It's possible to own the top end "luxury" best bikes in the world.
And that's what makes this whole hobby so amazing. You're allowed to dream, and if you work hard, you at least have a chance to achieve it.
With supercars, its almost.... Pointless to dream? Pointless to take the hobby further than just a "watch cars on tv / youtube" thing. Because you know you'll never have any shot in hell at owning them, so you never dive "too" deep, because you'd just be disappointed. You keep distance.
I know exactly what you mean. Motorcycles are like a cheat code for driving. I live in Asia and bought myself a used CF Moto MT650 with not many miles on it for $3000 and it's generally the fastest thing on whatever road it's on.
Well said. I agree.
You forgot to mention that a new supersport bike will be able to brake racing records of 20 years ago. This is unattainable for sportscars.
I've owned a supercharged Kawasaki H2 SX SE since they were released in 2018. It's another heavy hitter like the Hayabusa. The answer to the question "why?" is easy - because I want to. We can argue about practicality, comfort, etc. but whether you ride Sport, Touring, Cruiser, Adventure, Dirtbike or whatever, most of us buy them because we want to. We leave the car at home and ride - because we want to, because we enjoy it.
Ian's review captured a good point that is often missed. These big powerful bikes, like the Hayabusa, have strong, smooth power delivery so they're sweet to ride at the low end of the rpm range too. Yes, they're a thrill when opened up, but most of the time you can ride around like a sensible human knowing that you can twist-and-go without even changing down gear.
No, your presumption is wrong. You must be thinking of the H2R. I own the H2 SX SE - the sport tourng version that Ian mentioned as a possible competitor to the Haybusa. Maintenance intervals are similar to other bikes I've owned. Some maintenance tasks are more involved, due to the complexity of the bike, but still simple enough that I'm able to do all my own maintenance.
@David Squibular it's japanese so it will probably last forever. Plus they only make 200 hp so the engine isn't stressed at all .
Your concluding comment really touched me. Thank you for this through review. I think you described very well how it is like riding Hayabusa. Let me quote.
“It’s a moving and emotional and almost spiritual experience in terms of the adrenaline and the chemicals that it can activate in your brain. The experience of riding it and feeling the acceleration and being connected to the machine is not something that myself or I think anyone could really put into words.”
It was said that there were 2 Kamikaze survivors of WWII...each of them designed this original 1300cc engine for Suzuki, and 1400cc for Kawasaki back in 70s...and the guy who made Suzuki rode and broke the speed of light, with the guy on Kawasaki chasing behind him...they both vanished as they broke through the space-time continuum, some says that we can occasionally see their tire tread mark in the sky thinking its meteors...so Suzuki decided to tone down the engine power and we mere mortals get the versions that are being sold today...only a story someone told me...must be a legend.
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Great review. You have a natural ability to be informative.
Thanks
The dash alone is worth buying it. Other manufactures take note.
A very good review of this bike and also your observations on the power of this bike apply equally to other super naked or super sport bikes as they have the same issues of hyper performance. In the wrong hands they are widow makers, as indeed, we know any bike can be but these especially as the speed and power as you rightly emphasize is immense, intoxicating and addictive. Control being the operative word. Losing your license is the least of your worries. Being alive at the end of the day would be the biggest concern for me riding this bike.
I have owned a Honda CBR1100XX Blackbird, a mint low mileage one, which was fast and super smooth, but obviously didn't have all the electronics of this bike. The acceleration and speed was exhilarating.
I have had over 80 bikes in my life and 12 where Suzukis
Great machines at a great price a very reliable
High class review as always….if I had one nit pick it would be to possible smile once in a while. I watch all of your videos and you seem slightly angry in each
But again just a bit pick and you are a master class bike review guy!
"You don't have sense of how fast you're going with this bike"
That was the only thing that ever scared me about my 2 'Busas. It handles speed so well that it let's you forget how dangerous those speeds are should something ever go wrong.
Yep, that is the Busa difference. Rode my Gen 1 for the first time in 2001 and that was the sense of it - going 120kph felt like 80-90kph, realised that I actually should slow down for corners, felt like I shouldn't - insane feeling, completely different to any other bike I've ever ridden. Gen 2 was the same and can't see why the Gen 3 would be different. Respect is the key requirement for this bike, if you have this you will enjoy it at all levels. Maturity helps as well. When the idiots in V8s try to drag you at the lights, you can sit back knowing that you can beat them any day, just not today if you choose, and keep your licence.
Hence the smart speed limit setting they added in....zero reason to not set it imo
The other danger is to your licence - Leo s !
No other bike out there has such a HUGE cult following as the Hayabusa, that's not a myth but a Fact.
Suzuki with the same cheap key they have had for 15 years at least
Well said all round. The Busa is a "brand within a brand" despite being dated in some ways. However, it is great to ride at any speed, in any gear, at any revs. Love it.
I think the easist thing in the world would be to simply make an adventure bike with the Hayabusa engine. It's a no brainer. I mean, it would compete with all the large heavy adventure bikes, but it would have the advantage of being smoother, more powerful, and it sounds so raspy and mean, and there is no competition for it, since there aren't any inline 4 cylinder adventure bikes, which would help it sell, because it would have no direct competition. The Hayabusa engine is so popular for aftermarket parts, so it would be the perfect adventure bike engine, even if it's a bit too big and unwieldly. Because you could buy parts for the engine anywhere in the world. They could merely stick an overdrive gear in the Hayabusa engine, change the final drive to make it shorter, make the clutch slightly easier to pull, retard the timing a tiny bit, and put a slightly heavier flywheel on it, and then done, you have the best ADV bike in the world. I fully expect that they will come to their senses and build a Hayabusa engine adventure bike.
@@Ritalie Yes, agree. It is a very versatile motor and would suit a lot of applications. I saw a video a while ago of a guy in Finland (would have to be unless it was Australia) who modified a trail bike as you suggest, insane. As is this clip which you might like - th-cam.com/video/3byv8WMdIBE/w-d-xo.html
First off, thank you for (as usual) an intelligent and informative video. You stand head and shoulders above the usual TH-cam offerings.
Whilst the 'busa is no doubt an example of excellent engineering and design, being old fashioned, I think that if such a degree of electronic control is needed, then the bike is just too powerful. Electronics at this level are surely more suited (IMO) to aircraft and I mean fighter jets, not Cessna 150s! The multiplicity of choices in the various modes is mind boggling. There are so many other bikes in the same category too, that seem to be designed as much for bragging rights as normal, even spirited road use.
practically every bike with more than 100BHP on the market these days has electronic rider aids that compare to what is on this Suzuki. It is not just a matter of "too much power" though that is a consideration on the superbikes pushing close to or above 200BHP. It is also just the market evolving and the industry wanting to offer more.
The busa has the girth and length to do some things better than other bikes. At the end if the day it's just cool though. I would prefer if the manufacturers stick to 100hp or so and make the bikes lighter, simpler, with better brakes, and with at least a few different suspension set ups for different weights. Everything is built to be more complex. Just the way the world is now.
This is the only bike that would convince me to sell my super blackbird
I can't have a sports bike any more since I would just lose my license the way things are now here in the UK , plus the condition of roads mean adventure bikes are more practical. However, I am overjoyed that mad fast bikes like this are still being made, and the temptation is agonising! Really comprehensive look at the bike, well done.
This bike is gorgeous, requires self control and is a beast amongst beasts. The dash is sublime too. Nice job Ian. Peace.
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A couple things about this bike.. the weight is what makes this bike comfortable and not some twitchy lightweight high power race bike that of course can out accelerate this model. That is why you could do long distances on this bike. You are not going to be blown off the highway by some tractor trailer and will not be as tired trying to keep it upright all day... the other thing i do not understand and this goes for all the brands is why are we in the US worried about Euro 5 ? They used to make vehicles special for California and their ridiculous standards ,still do I guess. That is OK to build them a special set of vehicles...Why are they more concerned about the Euro market? Do they buy more of the Hyabusa models? I would bet more Suzukis are sold here than in Europe. Europe wants to do away with the ICE and go full electric.... Make a USA model without all the Socialist country restrictions. Ok saving money building one version i get that but kissing up to countries that want to get rid of you makes total sense right ? .. buying your company a couple years maybe....
Great review on the NEW-BUSA 👍🏍💨💯
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Your sophisticated reviews are greatly appreciated Ian.
The instrument cluster of the Busa is sublime....which is reason enough to have one.
"Hayabusa'...peregrine falcon..eats Blackbirds". Love it. And, you've outdone yourself with this great review.
Thank you for the detailed review, much appreciated. Up here in Alberta they're pretty hard to find actually. Last year's run sold out pretty quick. I hope Suzuki sells all the Gen 3 Busas they can build. I feel like the new Busa does old school the right way. Still a legend.
Great review and great channel. 👍
Thank you.
thanks!
Gen1 HAYABUSA is not gentle.
Gen1 HAYABUSA is a beast.
The only inline 4 I can ride without risking my license is my 1991 nighthawk 750. As much as I love modern inline 4s I just dont have the self control to own one, all the fun is at the top of the rev range, aka way over speed limits, and tend to find them a bit boring and uncomfortable at slow speeds.
personally i think one of the great things about the extra displacement of the busa is how fun it is even at low rpms. right there with you though, i have no self control.
I have the Gsxs750 with a pipe on it and all you want to do is hear it, aka “I can’t believe I’m doing 140”.
I dream of a motorcycle that has a low revving 4 cylinder with a super tall overdrive, so you can actually lope along. Nobody has built such a bike. Why is a 4 cylinder always high revving? You can make a 4 cylinder with torque and super low RPM performance as well, and it would still be very smooth. Jay Leno shows a dream motorcycle, it's a 1932 Henderson inline 4 with 50hp, and it has an overdrive gear (something all new motorcycles don't have). The 1932 motorcycle is a better cruiser than any modern bike, because it has a super heavy crankshaft, and no vibration at all, and it has an overdrive, so it's barely idling at 60mph. It's completely unacceptable that in 2023, they have worse gear ratios than a bike made 90 years ago. Look up his 2 "Henderson Motorcycle" video clips that show him driving it.
@@Ritalie I think the problem is many would say they are not exciting enough…but I solved the problem and bought an MT-01, 90hp, 110ft-lbs torque, 5500rpm redline…
Just ordered a 2023 yesterday. Can't wait till it arrives! This was very informative. Subbed.
Just found your channel and I got the Busa bug right now. Looks like we live in similar geographical area but I’m in SW CO. Lots of wind, big winding Mtn roads and longer distances between fuel have me looking at them s bike over a 750/1000. How is this bike riding 2up? Worthy of date night or the wife’s going to be hating?
Great bike if you have a bit of money in the bank and can own multiple motorcycles
Really good and thoughtful review. I have recently bought and customized a gen 1. It's a wonderful machine.
It's a pity we're moving to a world where this kind of experiences are to be forbideen.
Currently riding a K7 GSXR 1000 with my partner riding pillion. How would a Gen3 Busa compare for handling and comfort for both the rider and pillion?
Hi BRM, Great video - very informative. I owned two of the Gen 1s and really enjoyed the versatility. It is a great allrounder. You can ride at any pace, with excellent predictability that inspires confidence and enhances the overall enjoyment of riding the machine. You can mix it up with sport bikes or cruise along along with the cruisers. The pillion grab rail is set low on purpose. Just like the matt finish to the internal face of the rims, Suzuki's designers did their homework. A low set grab rail, keeps your arms almost straight as a pillion - enabling the optimal ergonomic position to keep your mass from moving forward or back under extreme acceleration and aggressive braking. The bike is lightyears away from being a pig. Yes, it is a little heavier than a pure sport bike, but no where near some of the larger cruisers. Ridden smoothly the bike handles incredibly well and will carry high cornering speed in tight twisties without complaint. Ridden aggressively, it also handles incredibly well, it just needs a little more front end grip respect in corner entry than a lighter sports bike. So, practice your braking ability. Braking well is the key. Wash of the straight line speed with aggressive braking (that the bikes long wheel base enables with great stability) then settle it in smoothly to the apex, with a light trailing of the rear brake. Smoothly power it out, with high foot pressure applied to the outside peg (to weight of the rear), driving through the rear brake. Blast to the next corner and repeat. Right now I'm torn between the Gen 3 and S1000RR (yes the Busa is that good). What it lacks against a pure sports bike, it makes up for in spades in ride comfort and stabile high speed road presence. Ah, no I don't work for Suzuki. Just an appreciative customer that thinks anyone in the market for new toy, should test ride one the first chance you get.
How about the starting issues? Just got my Gen 3 today and it has not wanted to start 3 times. Cycle the key and it starts fine. Other than that I love it!
Your videos are truly fantastic…
thanks
That was a balanced and quite informative video. I have a deposit down on a similar black Busa. It won me over maybe the fifth minute of the test ride. At first the riding position seemed too much (I ride a super naked), but once I adjusted, I appreciated the outstanding quality feel of that bike. Its smooth, manageable and the power is immense when you tap it. There is no substitute for a naturally aspirated big inline4. Another thing is that the seat is comfortable, surprisingly for pillion too. I will add bar risers and drop pegs to mine and ride far and fast, because that engine is simply amazing.
thanks for sharing
I think you made a right decision. This is a pure rocket. Drop by buddy. :)
Hi there 🙌🙌have you installed the risers yet?God bless🙌🙌
@@awesomeagnihotrisvlog I did. It transforms the bike. I added the 27mm MotoCNC riser and the riding position is much more relaxed, almost like on a naked bike but much more spacious. I wanted to add drop pegs as well, but after a 9-hour days' ride I found that there was no need.
If I can recommend another mod it's a double bubble windshield, that and the bar risers make the bike a perfect sports tourer. I rode 1800kms in 3 days on the gen3 Busa and it was amazing.
@@miklosmaraczi8807 wooooW…thanks a ton for your valuable feedback…safe miles 🙌
picked up 6 month ago with 10k on the clock now, tbh i was not a fan of busa or big a$$ sport touring bikes, but this bike is shockingly satisfying to commute, in the twisty and even racing. yes, its not the most powerful bike, not even in top 5, top10 right now but the riding quality and smoothness of power is something ive never experienced before. plus it turned more heads than my mate's ducati V4 (cops too)xd. Seems like everybody knows what hayabusa stands for, like the GTR but in 2 wheels lol
beauty, the beast & the best bike in the world this is it suzuking,,
I, like you, had never ridden a Hayabusa in the years I've been riding. I did just that this past weekend in Daytona...amazing bike and I actually appreciate how planted and aerodynamic it feels at speed...it's amazing you can feel so comfortable whilst travelling at law breaking speeds...that being said I would still get the Helibars to make it a tad less wristy for everyday consumption
The gen 3 busa is a fantastic motorcycle, I've had the gen 1&2 now and really enjoyed them but this gen 3 is slightly more comfortable and refined. Quite simply a fantastic bike, both commuting or a 400 mile in a day machine. .
I sat on one of these in a dealership in Bend OR last month and it is very aggressive in it’s riding position and is definitely not a sport touring bike. The one I saw was the Silver color but the Black is the one I like. I think this is a piece of Art.
It is a sport touring bike…
Excellent review. Thanks. I recently bought one (white/blue) for $16,599 so there are some deals to be had. I'm an old guy so what I did was lower the foot pegs (1 1/2'') and raised the bars (1'') and it transformed to ergonomics to make it quite comfortable. As you know the seat is much more comfortable than a typical sports bike. Anyway, after having ridden a few hundred miles I completely agree with your comments on the bike. It's a very special piece of motorcyle history. Great job.
Right on!
Iam almost 59 dude, I currently ride a gen 1 busa, but I put to many miles on it, so Iam ready soon to get me one, I may need to do what you did with the bars, and pegs.
@@georgerodriguez4572 I'm nearly 67 and it really helped me.
Hey what pegs and high risers did you put on there . Not too familiar with that.
@@georgerodriguez4572 The pegs: M-Grip Billet 40mm Front Riser Footpegs Fit Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa 08-16. I got on ebay. The bar risers are 1'' Helibars that I bought direct. Good luck.
Why should you buy a Hayabusa: "Because you want it"
I've fitted vario foot pegs .. it's lowered the foot peg height and added an about 1" (25mm) of legroom .. transformed the comfort / riding position
The last iron butt rally was won on a hayabusa as well.
damn
Personally, don't really care about other bikes. They all look dumb to me. This 3rd generation 'busa has the same power to grab my mind that the C7 Corvette had. Man, if you're broke, short, weak, don't watch and definitely don't buy. I love that it's polarizing above all else.
Best review! Love busas....Had a gsxr1100 93 with just 19 years old... 155cv....crazy crazy fast years.... Survived thank God.. . Am I ready now after almost 40 years of riding, begun at 9 years old, and more than 1,5 million kilometers??!! Hmmmm.... I'm not sure... I'm into adventure bikes right now... But let me tell you that being over a bike at 250 and more and feeling stable and secure and being at any place half the time you should drive with any other vehicle, makes life very very exiting... You some guys know what I'm talking about.... That feeling.... Now at 48years and my back with some titanium "gear" makes me think that it's now or never, before I get older.... My st12 re has 122.000kns in 4 years, so I'm doing fine but a busa I think will make me run the beast inside of me riding the hell out of it... Might go and try one... But I know that If I try.... Next, being in the tvnews... And no license...
Hello thank you for the review.
As a Gen II Hayabusa owner I relate to a lot of what you said. This is a well thought out review and very professional. I am in the process of thinking of upgrading however the Gen II that I have ticks all my boxes. Your passage towards the end regarding how this bike makes you feel is spot on! As a past owner of many fast sport bikes including the supercharged Kawasaki Ninja H2 I can vouch for the Hayabusa as being the best all rounder including something you didnt mention and that is having a pillion in relative comfort to share that unique riding experience. The H2 CANNOT do this!!!
Thanks again I appreciate your great presentation 👍👍👍
Regards
Jeffro (Australia 🇦🇺 )
In answer to the question of "Why?", my reply is, because that's the ride. I've never ridden one of these and I don't ever see myself owning one, but I get that in a country where motorcycles are necessary for pretty much no one, the experience of riding a big, powerful beast is for some people what gets them to their happy place. For others, it's taking all their camping equipment on two wheels off road, or bombing through city streets with a gang of Groms, or tooling around North Dakota on a bagger. Why do any of that? Because that's the ride.
Sometimes their ride is not my ride, and that's okay.
well said
This video is makes me want to get the Gen3 Busa faster and sooner
The Busa is a want bike...I wish I had money...lol
It's been a trip to vicariously experience the 'busa through your two excellent, entertaining and informative reviews. I've never been a pure sport-bike rider since my love is long-distance touring and my Concours has been just right for me. As I plan and dream about my next bike, I find the new technologies exciting and mind-boggling. You're definitely helping with this quest. Thanks.
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Yep, he did a great job!
It has long range touring, everything for me except…….the physical design of the rear seat, luggage area over the blinkers etc……..not user friendly. Fix this with shaft drive……my bike!!!!
Very in depth video. Thanks for this. Really enjoyed it. Will you do also this kind of video about the GSX-S1000gt when it comes out? Thanks man.
YES. I am getting a press bike
@@BigRockMoto Thanks. Very nice. Will watch it.
Many thanks for an excellent pair of reviews. Unlike so many others on TH-cam or elsewhere you absolutely get it - your summary, expressed more elequontly than I ever could, matches almost exactly how I feel. I owned a Gen 2 and had never felt such an emotional attachment to a bike - always regretted selling it! Bought myself one of these last summer after my local dealer (UK) lent me his demonstrator for a couple of days so I could make sure my 74 year old body would still cope with long days in the saddle - having previously moved on via a ZX-14R/ZZR to a more upright K1300R . What a wonderful machine, so easy to ride and in answer to another comment on here I'd suggest that the advanced electronics just enhance the riding experience and improve safety - the previous bike was just as powerful but only had abs with a fairly crude traction control system. Will use mine for day long ride-outs and touring Europe - lots of owners in this part of the world do the same.
thanks for posting, and sharing your experience
I'm late but this was a very impressive review. Thorough, concise, and well articulated. I'm contemplating whether or not I want to purchase a new Hayabusa. Thanks and safe riding!
I just watched your first video on the Hayabusa.
I just had to watch this second one.
Getting the popcorn ready now.
The problem with the price adjusted for inflation is:
Our paychecks didn't adjust.
So yes they cost a heck of a lot more.
I really think you give a great review.
Brilliant review! Thanks...
The textured panel reminds me of feathers. Which would go great with the actual name of the bike. I will be owning one of these in the near future once my MT-09 is paid off.
Thank you for another first rate video. Keep with the great work. I've ridden a Gen 1 model and really enjoyed it. I rode it back-to-back with a GSX-R1000 and found the Hayabusa to be much more stable above 100 mph. Both machines were quite a bit faster than the VFR800 I owned at the time. The experience was definitely an eye opening (and eye-watering) experience.
Definitely an informative, enjoyable and useful review. I've watched lots of Busa Vids and Big Rock Moto is up right there with the best of them. Your presentation was faultless and didn't waste any words. Thank You. I hope to test a Gen3 model before I get much older.
should also be noted that pricing on these varies. Some local dealers in Michigan have 2023 gen 3 hayabusas for almost $3k below MSRP. very awesome bikes i wish I was in the position to buy.
Wouldn’t be a bike for me, but a great presentation. I had 2 friends who strapped on soft bags and sport toured with gen 1-2.
Good review and information. I have the Gen 3 and it is a nice alternative to my Wing. Every ride is more fun than the last ride
awesome
GREAT VIDEO BROTHER !!! Its MAY 2024 and Im thinking about getting One Next Weekend !!!!
Would love to see you reviewing an H2 SX one day.
Great video. The info you give is excellent, love to see you keep trying different bikes.
Another excellent review… a bike I will never ride but like everything about it. Thanks again!
This is a very best review for me, thank, cheers
"Necessary" "Why".... jeepers people, firstly we're talking about a MOTORCYCLE. While motorcycles are tools and necessary vehicles in many parts of the world, in the Western, 1st world countries this is marketed to, this bike is a luxury pleasure bike. Why are there Corvettes, 911's, etc. etc. etc. It puzzles me, many of the questions...
Its like owning a sports car, take it out for a Sunday ride
Stunningly beautiful bike. Great narration as always, Ian.
So Suzuki pours money and manpower into updating the Hayabusa for the fat cats while at the same time entirely IGNORING models which are beyond overdue for updating? Totally completly ignoring the lowly but loyal DRZ SO neglected customerbase not mention the Weestrom community and for that matter the entire SV/Strom model range which they have only done low cost upgrades when they SHOULD have redone ALL of that range probably with a new CP2 type motor family including things like cruise control and quickshifter etc. at least as options... really hard to respect the company in my opinion For SHAME Suzuki!
In your video you are greatly exaggerating the seating position and weight of the bike to make it look more extreme. I have a Gen 3 Busa. It leans forward a touch and the pegs are a bit high, but why are you scooting your butt back into the pillion seat and hunching forward to make it look worse? Unless you can only deadlift or bench press 90lbs, this bike isn't that hard to maneuver about either. The bike is 582lbs, but that weight is carried low. It's very stable, even when peddling about with your feet. My Honda Shadow 750 is far harder to scoot about than the Suzuki.
This is not a daily rider. It is designed for going Fast on the Interstate or Autobahn at blazing high speeds when other sport bikes give up. Thus, it's a niche bike if you have 3 or 4 others to ride around.
I've been doing the research. After all of these years, the Hayabusa still makes most of the Top 10 fastest bikes lists for 2023. There are numerous videos on TH-cam showing turbo Hayabusas beating Kawasaki H2's on the drag strip. Also, people always talk about the weight of the Hayabusa, but the Kawasaki H2 SX SE weighs about 9lbs more and has a 1.3 inch higher seat.
Nice thing to note about the Busa is, yes, its heavy. But few other bikes on the market can you drop 50-100 pounds as quickly with the aftermarket support. We also used to joke about people getting their motorcycle license or MSF and immediately getting a Busa.....but with the electronics Suzuki has put on these bikes, going from a 300cc starter bike to one of these gen 3's isn't even crazy anymore.
Handsdown🙌 best comprehensive review sir. I am from India tall guy 6 ft 4 inch i own 390 adventure. Want to buy a 2nd bike for highway rides thinking of hayabusa. I will use risers & lower footpegs if possible for better rider triangle. Reason I am thinking of hayabusa gen 3 is I will buy a used top end one at 14k to 15k usd. Maintenance of hayabusa here in India is actually cheap 110 usd for servicing. I am hoping this bike has a Rock solid engine life & reliability. I am big fan of inline 4 sound. This bike has huge power so I could add mods like taller windscreen, big side mirrors to my hearts content without worrying performance loss as I am anyway not using the top rev band. So technically wear & tear will be very less & bike lasts long. I hope my decision isn't bad 😁.
Everything is relative. I'm used to being on 600 and 1000 supersports and superbikes, the hayabusa is like stretching out on a couch compared to being on those. A busa is perfectly suited to daily use and/or touring, they're also great for top speed runs and drag racing. Necessary? Nothing but food, water and air is necessary, everything else is a luxury. It goes back to everything being relative, I don't think that most things one adventure bikes, specifically bikes like the 1250gsa are necessary. Most people on adventure bikes probably don't think that going 180+mph is necessary, but it's fun. I've always been on sportbikes, supermotos, and dirtbikes, how slow adventure bikes are is the #1 thing keeping me from buying one, I'm afraid I'll hate it and regret the purchase.
My friend Hayabusa is a bike that's designed for us the generation x. Nobody that have not learned to drive a bike during 80s can understand our mentality. Statistics 70% of the lovers and owners of a busa are over 35 years old. We say from the 1gen No elektronics no abs no anti wheelie.take it if you can or else go buy cbr.
So I have a 97 blade and i absolutely love it But I have a busa too and absolutely will have that as long as it goes.
And I m 52 years old. Don't bother if the masses cannot understand. No need to explain. This maschine is not for everyone. It's not the bike you're going to buy from your own. She'll come to you when it's time. And she'll stay.....
One day I’ll make enough money to purchase a hayabusa. for now I’ll watch others on TH-cam have fun with em.
Options for these bykes for beginners......examples you mention are a ticket to heaven for beginners..Hmmm!!
And with all the updates, it's still a pain in the Ass over a 1 hour ordeal to change the oil & Filter with all the panels/pins off and on. The ZX-14 is a simple 20 minute job, with no removal of panels at all.
Why are people talking about losing their license?
I'm confused, hence asking. Apologies, if this is something obvious.
Such a graceful looking bike
Thank you for the great review, what a fantastic feat of human engineering.
Great video! I don’t think I’d want to own one but it sure would be fun to have one for a weekend.
You and me both!
Thanks for picking my question!
suzuki engineers forgot a usb port for smartphone or gps
It's very easy to add that
@@K-carbon yeah but should come OEM
Easy cheap add on to the battery pigtails. FJB 🖕🇨🇳
Put a super charger on this bike and it will be anything on the road including the H2 and price
There is very simple answer to the to this stupid question which pops up in nearly every video about Hayabusa…. " It is a comfortable megafast sportsbike for taller people who dont want to look and feel like monkey on circus bicycle" And yes- it is very practical for everyday riding. In fact huperbikes are probably most versatile "do anything " motobikes. The author very well summarised this bike in final words :" Extremely well executed premium motocycle"
The hayabusa, for when you want your last words to be "oops"...
"This is not a comfortable riding position." I do appreciate you demonstrating this and expounding on it. There are many out there saying this is really comfortable for all-day touring, but that really challenges my inferences about it just looking at the riding geometry and only having sat on one at the dealership (haven't gotten a chance to ride one yet).
Hello, this is your second video I watched. Yes, Busa biased. I shall watch other videos in the future. I don't think there is any one Motorcycle that is perfect at everything. Each person needs to make an informed decision. I have the Height, Strength needed for the Busa. My 1st Motorcycles was a Suzuki SV650S, 2001, blue color scheme. This is one of the best all around. Perfect for a beginner, yet fun enough for any level of rider. Look at all the Racing done with this as the main contender. In 2005 Suzuki made the frame for the SV650/SV1000 very similar. I wish they still made the SV1000S, I liked the Silver. Easy to put a power commander on with the Yoshimura exhaust cannisters. For the 2005 SV650S, blue that I had. After 15K miles I needed new tires. The stock was 120/60/17 Front, 160/70/17 Rear ? I switched to 120/70/17 Front, 170/60/17 Rear. That made a huge difference in the ride quality. Keep up the great video's.
I don't have the Busa yet (soon), but to help answer the question about commuter bike at 24:40, I have, imo, a perfect commuter bike, Electric Zero SR/S (110hp), but at 100-125mile range, I want a bike for highway riding to be able to ride 200 miles + - on a tank, fill up and go farther. The Zero is actually faster in shorter distances than most gas bikes and with 140nm of torque it is much stronger than gas bikes. I have no problem with the speed being limited to 124mph and I think it is smart for the Busa to have a speed limiter option. I will probably set it at 124mph. Like the Zero, the Busa has similar electronics package, ABS, Traction Control, Cruise Control, etc. I feel like the Zero and Busa are closer companions than the Busa and ZX14R.
It would be nice if Suzuki put that much effort into their dual sport line.
Exactly
One thing he missed and is kinda nice is the fact the gen 3 has duel link braking. It is not talked about much but when reading the owners manual it describes the new functions. So far love the bike and just swapped the exhaust for the full alienhead 2 system.
I'm not a fan. Just more plumbing and suzuki cheaped out and put rubber brake lines on their top tier bike...
Right. So cool...it activates 30% to the rear brake through front brake.
so a friend loaned me his Gen 1 Busa while my BMW k1200 rs was being repaired. This amazing machine had been in a pretty serious accident and had everything plastic replaced along with a new clutch and front brake. The bike also has 84k miles on it. Being used to my BMW, I was skeptical about riding this beast. I am proud to say that she won me over in the first week of riding her. Yes, the riding position is aggressive- however, the length and bar position for me, were very easy to get used to. To say nothing of the sheer power of this magnificent machine, she is surprisingly agile. I've had some of the best rides of my life on this Hayabusa and have become a believer. In the coming months, I will be laying down a fist full of cash for a 2024, silver/red Hayabusa( don't tell my wife). If the new Gen 3 is as awesome as the first Gen, I know I will be a happy man. Oh, and I am still waiting on my BMW :(
Growing up the Busa has always been a halo bike. Don’t care if it’s not the best or is expensive. I would buy it just to have one.
Great video especially the historical developments
You’re closing statement was very well said.
I've spent over 12 years on two Hayabusas (2 Gen) - and have to admit that you are mostly right. It's very good for touring, it's quite nimble in the city (assuming you got some skills), what I'd add to it is that apart from specs etc - it gives you this feeling when you notice that all other riders pay respect for it and do not try to race, and even those people not specially interested in motorcycles gonna recognise this one of the kind bike :)
Not (!) for me, will keep my Busa 2003, which turned to a beauty, optically and technically, over the years I own her‼️👍🥰