1998 Suzuki GSXR 600 Review

Explore the exhilarating world of high-performance bikes as Paul Johnston dives into the heart of the 1998 Suzuki GSXR 600.
Unveiling its unique modifications and drawing thrilling comparisons with its 750cc counterpart, Johnston pushes the boundaries to unveil the true essence of this iconic machine.
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[@richfield4405]

I can confirm that this bike IS a 1997 model, as it was my bike (handy seeing the reg in the video as didnt know it was mine bike until the other day!) from 1999 to 2001. This video was filmed in the UK around the Cheshire area probably late 1998 and just before I purchased the bike from Bill Smiths in Chester in spring 1999. Can even remember the faff in finding the hump as they had misplaced it. Brilliant bike, went over to the Isle of Man TT on it twice and it only struggled up the moutain mile. Happy memories, I said goodbye to it with around 24,000 miles on it, most of which were mine....

[@Uninfluenceable]

I had a 98 SRAD 600 as my first bike (I'm in the US where that's normal) and I can confirm that the front headlight cowl on the 98's is different that on this bike so it must be a 97.

[@rcfrenzy6477]

It’s got 32000 on it now

[@PHILIPWATSON82]

Looks better than the new one

[@bulltraderpt]

Loved my GSXR 600 SRAD, had some great rides on it in Cyprus, those were the days.

[@christianc397]

I’m about to buy one of these as my first big bike. Can’t wait❤️

[@theboatman360]

Beautiful bike. Handles like a dream!

[@tcpiptv]

As the gentleman says in the video, this is a Suzuki GSX-R600 1997 model (not the '98). In 1998 the fairing designed changed and the windscreen stood up a bit taller and at a less acute angle so there was no problem reading the dashboard. Also in 1998 the engine change to fuel injection. The bike has comfortable ergonomics for a sportbike when compared to ones from the 2010's (contrary to what this reviewer said circa 2003).

[@doublex632]

Just picked up a 98 model project bike, we shall see

[@MrMichaelConstantine]

How did it go, did you enjoy it?

[@fullthrottlemoto7080]

just been on one of these today, and well 147mph will do me haha fast bike and loads of fun even in 2016

[@richfield4405]

back in the day with k&n, race eggzorst and swanky petrol it would show just about 155mph on the clock..

[@travisguide4516]

Looks like nothing has changed still a modern looker

[@-DC-]

Had 5 Srads love them simple to work on good to ride bucket's of character, superb machine.

[@Biden2024_]

It funny , a few years ago we all had 1000's and 750s then we downgraded to 600's and now we're once again moving down to smaller 500's /300's and 250's !

[@RYU583]

Other countries have had smaller displacment bikes for years... including 50 and 125s America is finally wisening up....thankfully

[@jarin12ga]

AAHHH !!! How fun is a high revving sport 600. I love my zx6r!!!

[@dravalanche1997]

SUZUKI 4 LIFE!! Gettin me an SRAD Bubble Butt God Willin

[@stephengomme777]

If I was in in the position in life this would be my choice as being a pillion passenger in 1999 at 100 mph,& felling very comfortable & confident with the rider I was with. TERIFIC MOTORCYCLE AS A PILION PASINGER

[@mra7899]

So cool, I have the 600 and 750 and always will😊

[@wjackstl]

great review. thanks

[@PHILIPWATSON82]

What a machine 😎😎😎😎

[@dangerdavefreestyle]

i wont kick it out of my garage being its a gixxer and its an srad and such a gorgeous bike. however i must have "low end torque", where i give it a bit and it has this strong pulling sensation. i hate to have to make it scream to get it to move. a larger displacement motor is a whole other universe.

[@Bajker4ever]

I would know which one is it, because 750 has USD forks :P

[@sund5]

Haha thought about the same!

[@danb1264]

What hp is the 97 plate? Seeing 108 and 93? Can’t find the correct one anywhere

[@flyingiguana409]

this was my first bike and for the first 2 months i kept it around 5k. once i got used to it and took it over 7k i was like, holy shit

[@Menandmotors]

Even by today's standards it is still a gorgeous bike!

[@Uninfluenceable]

these are impossible to find nowadays. Even if you manage to find one, every one of them has been irreversibly pimped out with chrome frames and chrome wheels. Would love to get another clean Bubble Butt as it was my first ever bike, back in 2004.

[@wokeybrokey8006]

Had two 750 srads ….awesome

[@Capcut_490]

I have got a SRAD and its my 1st sports bike he is right u do have to really rag the ass out of it but there a grate bike 👍

[@tommycresswell8246]

I'm 6'2 will this bike be to small for me

[@ripstiikvee6343]

tommy cresswell no it'd be fine

[@theboatman360]

It's not all about you Tommy. Just sayin

[@theboatman360]

@Cubicle5, bahahahaa!!! That made me choke!

[@neilgutteridge6405]

Lovely bikes.......the days when the rider and not a computer decided if you were going to high side or not lol.Just raw unsanitised excitement.

[@TheKillerKendall]

this review is wrong the first gsxr 600 in 1992-93 they used the same frame as the 750 but the one after that had a brand new design including frame so there isnt much difference but it aint the exact same, just thought id be a picky bugger for abit ;) haha

[@Terraceview]

This does use the same frame as the 750. Same as the 92-93 oil cooled model.

[@christianxzowner2958]

I like the suit buddy..would be nice with my red 99 katana

[@jayflash2035]

Somehow I don’t think the presenter will read your comment

[@LicensePlateHideGadget]

hey 007LicensePlate has battery powerd license plate flippers

[@randalflagg9086]

SRAD

[@loknlode]

It could be 1000....my 750 was stupid fast.

[@harold-sweat-head8111]

I once farted on a gynaecology ward.

[@sund5]

Own a 750 1998 srad. Lifts its nose with out clutch. 0-100 in 3 sec. 134 hp stock. Old bike here in 2019. But still a nice bike! :-)

[@joshdean5867]

​@@sund5127hp stock .

[@gilbycropcircles2012]

Hmm... Im just about to go and see a 98 GSX tomorrow. In truth... Im not sure I want to now! 7 years ago, I had a massive accident that put me into a wheelchair. I was told I will never get out of the chair. Well, it has been 18 months now since I let the chair and I have been riding trikes. Last month I bought a little Honda 400/4 and while I love it, its too revvy and a little cramped for me. Looking at this, I see that his legs are cramped up and the riding style is just too ridiculous for me. I think that its a completely wrong direction for me to go. I was kind of hoping that the 600 might be a better option than the 400 I have... I used to own a ZZR6 and 11 and I think that the Sports tourer is clsoer to what I need. Either that or a Friggin MZ250 LOL

[@tcpiptv]

The video features a 1997 model. Find a 1998 or 1999 GSX-R750. They are collectable. But understand they are more difficult to ride compared to modern sportbikes. Firstly, there are no modern safety systems to save any mistakes. There is only one mode - track. Secondly the fueling is snatchy at low RPMs and you can even get power surges when the engine is hot which can make riding in slow turns more difficult than it needs to be. Also they do run hot like a Ducati Pinagle V4. Expect a cooked crotch. So I only recommend the SRAD if you live in a cooler North American or European climate where daytime temperatures are below 20 Celsius for most of the year. There is no modern slipper clutch so you have to rev match on down shifts - a skill not really required on today's bikes. But if you like a challenge then this is a good bike for that. You need 100% concentration.

[@bartbug1]

a 600 because of the fork tubes....

[@christianxzowner2958]

What brand sir

[@Faetter-Blobs-Filmbiks]

Are you blind

[@christianxzowner2958]

@@Faetter-Blobs-Filmbiks yeah spotted not blind anymore....thanks👌

[@Jenny-dw5cq]

I like turtles

[@christianxzowner2958]

Teknic

[@naganiacz6076]

Zbigniew Boniek czy to ty xd

[@phillipjames2775]

Kawasaki ZX-6R is a much better bike!