2008 Hayabusa vs. ZX-14R Shootout - Motorcycle Reviews

[@vnth2186]

KZbin: 2008: we'll not put this video in this person's recommendations 2009: no 2010: no 2011: no 2012: still no 2019: let's put this in the recommendations

[@i_read_bad_reviews]

Lol same

[@keionchase2144]

Yepper

[@T0m0zuki]

Once you try an over litre bike class, you never go back nomatter how better the handling is. The power and torque is just awesome.

[@marinist]

What's a Busa? Well, it's that little speck that you see in the ZX14's mirror...AWESOME!

[@woodrax]

One of the nice things about the 2008 and newer Hayabusa is that it has the S-DMS (Suzuki Drive Mode Selector). This is essentially a built in Power Commander. The C-Mode setting neuters the bike down to 114 HP and about 70 lbs of torque at the rear wheel. That falls between the 600 and 750 Sportbikes (at least in HP). Perfectly manageable, especially for someone that has at least some experience, or that has taken a MSF course and paid attention.

[@psychocycledad]

The busa looks like it would make a great sport touring bike. I might get one when I'm done with my R1.

[@kevkentis]

So my wife keeps breaking our monthly budget and apologizing while im always frugal. But she has no idea that im just patiently waiting to get my hayabusa then WHAMO destroy the budget ;-) and my life is complete

[@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne]

Not quite...your life is complete when you throw her out....

[@TypicalKannadiga]

Did you buy it ?

[@Demonhunte]

I agree however there are jeans which are pretty expansive with kevlar protection in them for summer periods

[@Harmonyww]

@TheCanky Yeah! Only looks are important when riding a motorbike! Screw performance, comfort, handling, and other features. Once you sit down and start the engine, the only thing that matters is the aesthetics!

[@subocito]

The ZZR1400 and ZX14 is the same bike! It's called ZX14 in America and ZZR1400 in Europe.

[@fm2h3]

Same here I have never touched a bike but im going to start with the 2010 hayabusa model in the near furture, do you think I should get a starter bike first or will I be able to handle this one?

[@stock92csm]

@SensationHarry dude it also has to do with gearing. which has the smaller gears. also depends on mods.

[@two45triox]

Would these be good bikes for a beginner?

[@Botev1912Botev]

hey i wanna as is it hard when ur staying on 1 position to keep the bike steady with 1 leg isnt the buke heavy ? kuz soon im going to buy one :)

[@atillataz]

would it be cheaper to buy it from states or china and have it shipped to you?

[@DePalmaMotorsports]

Hey there Adworthy. Yeah. I lowered mine and it handles like a race bike. I hit the canyons all the time on my ZX14 and there are not to many bikes that keep up with me. Either experianced racer on big bikes, and very very rare a 600 tircked out. It is the best all around bike for me, and many of my fellow riders that have taken feel on my bike, can not understand while it feels like a 600. Suspention mods and some others, and my bike is untouchable. Let me know when you get yours?

[@cellblacka]

hello i'm felix ,dis video gives me a broader understanding abt these 2 bikes Amazing video ,....should watch it ....!!!

[@jy753]

wats the number on the motorcycle for. like 600 or 750.

[@woodrax]

They both use radial mount calipers, but the ZX-14 uses a pump master cylinder and has more pads per piston. And yeah, the ZX has dual counterbalancers to the Hayabusa's one. That is why the Kawi tends to stand for refinement, while the Busa (with dual injectors per cylinder and better suspension and riding position for sporting) for sportier touring.

[@Angelsnightmares]

a GSF 1200S. Even though you have to lean a lot more and your back takes some toll, the angle of your arms makes things a lot more confortable. The seat has a lot of space, front and back. The interference from the wind is really small and can be completely removed by leaning inside the bubble. While in the bubble, you can rest your chest on the gas tank. You have mode A, B and C for fuel consumption and overall power and responsiveness. C mode has less power than a GSF 1200S so the range's high

[@mshl8188]

You mean your Yamaha R6, can it outdo these bikes' performance or handling ?

[@Angelsnightmares]

I am [insert really big adjective] amazed that two people actually agree on youtube. Good for us. I forgot a part in my argument that you'll probably agree with. Here: The economical reason doesnt stand when you reach the end of a bike's life before changing category, but for ?[some->a few->a lot->most]? people, you get tired after a year or two of riding, but then again it's a matter of opinion & situation. In my situation, my opinion is 500+.

[@buddhastaxi666]

the zx 14 motor feels less peaky and is more smoother than the busa motor...it just seems to expand and with hardly any g-force just matter transports you....i own a 2006 and i have ridden a busa...prefer the busa riding position and the style of it from the bars back...the design of the zx14 rear is awful...but what sold me when i bought new...$A19,000 in Australia....was the kwacka motor...its one of the best of anything on the road.....try it see what i mean, like a v8 on crack

[@Dr_Start_Up]

Both are amazing bikes and deserve a ton of respect... but, the ZX14R gets my vote.

[@mshl8188]

I agree with you 100%. But, do you say the same thing to the all new 2009 R1 ? Its got a new shorter stroke engine, with cross blade crank shaft, lighter and tighter more torque and more grip all sums up to a typical Yamaha thrill and fun filled ride. Would you still give up a 2009 R1 for an R6 if you had to race alongside GSX 1300 and ZX 14R, when I say race, I dont mean drags, I mean a proper race, something like in midtown, throttle to the mettle and brake like your foots stuck in a saddle.

[@bendystix]

@canibalcorps09 How did you know he removes it. "boggle"

[@JayzBeerz]

both are awesome bikes but it depends on who riding it at the right time to see which one is better

[@Angelsnightmares]

The three last commentaries are mostly for tech18029. From bottom to top in order

[@Angelsnightmares]

I did my courses on a Suzuki GS500 and I know they can pack a punch (we had much freedom on the road and trust me, I did all I could do). However, I didn't realize fully the strength and danger- of a bike until I jumped on a R6 and did 120-190-60km/h to clear my path and take a "switcher" (u know, between highways) and ended up 1m short of hitting the exterior. I'm glad I did this before jumping on a Hayabusa.

[@jeff2all]

Suzuki is smart, they didn't make the 08 busa too complete because of the large after-market support. What a thrill it is when the torque from a full throttle shift pulls your arm sockets!!!

[@mjaymagic252]

Im in luv with my 08 ZX14 ...I sold my 05 busa ...I luv both bikes tho there extremely fast ...I do like the 14 more my wrist used to hurt so bad!!

[@T0m0zuki]

@jflexe99 (2/2)... have less comfortable seats, because of higher RPM engine suffers more, less amount of reserve power etc. High speed and drags don`t mean much too me since I mostly ride with a passanger on normal roads between 120-200km/h. You can ride for a whole day and don`t get a butt-ache, fuel consumption is the same as on 600cc SS bikes, service intervals costs the same or less (because engine suffers less - better ratio engine volume/power) etc. You just got to try it.

[@Tamadrummer1981]

Bottom line, I love my '07 ZX-14. between it and the 'Busa though, it's really down to the rider. but the last test I saw, the 2008 ZX-10R was faster than both these bikes 0-180, we'll see how the new Beemer does, I personally like how it looks.

[@MrBigj6996]

@MrBigj6996 I am gettting ready to buy either a busa or the zx-14 seems like on the busa you are leaning alot more foward like yuou are going down towards the ground. and starts to shake when u get going fast. I drove a ZX-14 and I was doing 180 withen 15 to 30 seconds. and it was a smooth shifting and a smooth ride. I have also heard the busa corners better

[@caaarrrnuttt]

@MrDylandobson the only thing u can scrape on a harley are the foot pegs..... the position is such that u cant get that low..... but i get wat u mean and agree!

[@DuckThe1]

I am a owner of a pc5 tuned Suzuki Hayabusa and i wonder what Suzuki is missing as you say but dont mention !?.

[@ross5506]

DuckThe1 Brakes I got both

[@killacitybaby]

@Laurazwhip really? cause they are already out :o

[@smileyyyman007]

that my friend denotes the cc's of the motorcycle (cubic cenitmeters), the larger the number the larger the displacement the more power it has

[@Angelsnightmares]

The riding is INCREDIBLY SMOOTH in C and B, almost like a Goldwing 1800 and consumes around 6L/km in city. And this bike takes corners like you can never imagine. I was in a big loop ->/-P/ between highways giving a 35km/h recommendation. I checked the speed in the curve and was astonished to see 116km/h without any sign of struggle from the bike. That's for the Hayabusa. Now for an R6 being practicle...yeah right-_-. Go for an FZ6 or FZ1(which I forgot to say I owned for a while) or a GSF1250S.

[@belovac]

dite moi que vaux un zzr14 contre mon 12r,au niveau sensations ,merci de me répondre!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@bringdnoiz]

i think the zx14 needs more headlights!

[@ross5506]

I put 4 H9 LED, turns night into day.

[@Nonicknameleftforme]

A bike comparison that ends in saying: "Both bikes are good. You can't do a mistake with any of these two." WOW! Well, Thank you! I guess i'd never figure that out! You get more information from the company brochures than from this vid!!!

[@iyeSCREAM]

Can you compare Yamaha bikes to Suzuki?

[@YoungManNihilist]

Balls?

[@T0m0zuki]

Huh, didn`t know so many people don`t like the design of those two bikes. Personally, Busa is one of the beautiest machines ever made because it is different. For instance R1 is a very common sportbike, very nice to ride but design is like "deja vu", while Busa you can notice from a mile. Same for the ZX-14.

[@ross5506]

I purchased new back in 2008 ZX-14 special edition, with only 9K it's mint. Now it's time for rims, turbocharging it, along with Ohlins suspension, 330 Braketeck, LED headlights. I'll never sell this machine, fits us big guys perfect. It too bad they are going retire it. Kawasaki please upgrade it with latest electronics package and supercharger, the king will be back then.

[@chrissutton927]

The Hayabusa has joined the elite club of bikes with a name that is recognised by non biking people. In my opinion the Zx hasn’t. Therefore the Hayabusa has become iconic and long may it been seen where it belongs on the road.

[@fatbabytoes]

yes but which has the better gas mileage?

[@Jandejongjong]

Busa

[@T0m0zuki]

@falapedro Not only sportbikes but anykind type of bikes are not for everyone. Depends of your needs. Some like choppers, some like sportbikes, some like enduros, some like allrounders etc.

[@scfitch]

well production bike vs production bike, the new R1 won the 2009 bike of the year from Motorcyclist magazene for being so innovational. the new cross plain crankshaft is absolutely genius, its a design straight from motogp. production bike vs production bike like i said.. the r6 still has faster lap times over the 09 r1, the liter bikes are a lot more street friendly tho, the new r1 is awesome for sure tho

[@Angelsnightmares]

Thats just wat everyone that dont really know bikes say. I owned a "2005 Suzuki Bandit GSF1200S" and a "2001 Honda Goldwing 1800", rode a few times a "2002 Honda ST1100", an old "(yearX)Kawasaki Concours", a "2003 Yamaha R6" and an "(yearX)Yamah FJR1300". My parents now own that Goldwing (which is a gem in its kind) and I own a 2008 Hayabusa. I must say that I never saw in my life a bike so near perfection than this. The riding position is way better than other sports bikes and even better than

[@zipperator]

Busa all the way!!!! Perfect combo for speed and cornering.... Look at some of my videos of the busa!!!!

[@Turtle889]

@two45triox no not all i have a kawsaki 500 ninja r

[@kanankeban]

depends how big are you...I ride a busa 2008 and can kneedrag as easy as with a r6 or r1

[@julian22arreola]

some review, thanks for not telling us which minor details they didn't pay attension to.

[@saliormoony]

i love both of these bikes, it would be very hard to choose,would have to keep each one for about a week to really decide.

[@T0m0zuki]

@Banderius79 Nice ;) But I am not much into sport bikes. I had one but am not keen to have another. Too much pain everywhere on my body, suspension is also a bit too stiff for bumpy country roads. Especially my butt and my wrists ache. I love comfort for travelling and lots of torque. Since I weight about 100kg, it is not too heavy for me, but generally I agree with you.

[@Tamadrummer1981]

I bought the 14 because it was used, I got a good deal, and being 6'8" 285lbs I needed a big bike.

[@ross5506]

Me also 6'1" 270lbs still have my 2008 special edition, fully done! Turbocharged, Ohlins suspension, 330 rotors, Brembo calipers, master cylinder, the list goes on. Wish they would revamp it with supercharger and latest electronics package, with electronic suspension, I would buy that instant.

[@garylowe8601]

The price difference is not worth mentioning. The Hyabusa is the better bike and has more potential to be modified. With the right stuff they will do 240mph without too much messing. I did enjoy your review.

[@kamagloire]

Actually, it's a GSX 1300R.

[@Fahren_Freude]

this video opened my mind to the zx14

[@jeff2all]

The busa is more pratical: it has more storage space, better milage, easier to work on. The zx14 has the best headlights & brakes but u have to remove alot of plastics/ covers to get to the battery & electrics.

[@ross5506]

jeff2all you said just did a plug change on my 2008 ZX14 turbocharged what a nightmare my hand are too big had get my girlfriend, I don't know if that was wise though typically lady my hands are greasy,lol

[@Jandejongjong]

Its not an hyperbike.. Its a sports tourer… ride fast and comfort.

[@Whoretents]

You can't go wrong with either bike!!!

[@T0m0zuki]

@jflexe99 I know what you mean, but once you try it, you`ll know what I mean. I had bikes of 600cc and 750cc but didn`t enjoy them as much as Blackbird, even if it`s heavier and doesn`t go as easy into the corners as lighter bikes do. But the difference is so small you even don`t notice that on normal roads but rather on race circuits. So for normal everyday use, I would stay away from SS bikes which are uncomfortable to ride, have less torque, too much gear switching... (1/2)

[@StratfordWingRider]

Its really difficult to call superiority of different bike manufactures at this level. I'm a Kawasaki man, but I rate Honda's down the ground and who would be stupid enough to think a ZX 14 or Hayabusa are anything but mindbogglingly amazing bikes

[@philtripe]

need to voice over...the thru the helmet voice is a little hard to understand...i would like a little more tech info,like top speeds, hp,0-60

[@drewsiferdrew]

The ZX-12R had amazing acceleration--actually quicker than the Hyabusa. How does the ZX-12R compare to the new 14? Have you heard?

[@bertold12345]

@enigmaPL jak by ten tył zrobili coś w stylu gsxr to by była niezła ,tak to wygląda jak syrenka :).Przód niepowiem zajebisty

[@Tamadrummer1981]

This isn't the first review I've seen that's said the Suzuki skipped a corner or two building the hayabusa, I have an 07 zx-14, I love it to death, she still gets alot of attention out on the street or a bike night, where as the Hayabusa( which are a dime a dozon here in FL) get walked right by.

[@c8myotome]

so uhhh...........where's the review?

[@dekic13236]

@kanankeban Have you ever ridden Kawasaki ZX14? Try it out before you start making comments. You will be surprised what big and better impressions you will have riding Kawasaki. It is more comfortable, none vibrations at all on top speed, excellent brakes and the list go on..........

[@steedu46gt]

Busa looks like a melted piece of cheese over a gsxr

[@Bob-Maplethorpe]

Sorry, but I have to disagree a bit. My first bike was a ZRX 1100 with performance cams etc. pushing 130 horse and 80+ pft. I think it a great beginner because it was very predictable with lots of torque down low. My gsxr 600 was a dog down low, but kicked at 8-10 000 in an unpredictable way. As long as your not stupid with big displacement the torque allows you to ride over-geared, and the power is a bit more predictable. The 1400 zx will be my next buy, as a sport tourer.

[@extrapilot300s]

"some review, thanks for not telling us which minor details they didn't pay attention to." They said in the article that the brakes where not quite as good as the 14, they could of used radial mounted masters, slightly more buzzing in the engine at 80mph, a little off idle stumble, and a busy dash layout. All this is splitting hairs, in there opinion.

[@RuONE22]

I've riden on both bikes ("11" ZX14 & "11" BUSA) and can't really feel a difference between them. Its so minor that people are so fucken retarded when they bash one more than the other and half the time they don't own either. Id say coin flip or pic the one u think looks nicer. My best friend already had the ZX14 so I chose the Busa and have no regrets. They're both fuckin awesome bikes!

[@onemarktwoyou]

i love both suzuki and kawasaki, they have kept each other in check for 25 years that i can think of. the busa and 14r are splitting hairs between them. but as a sport bike fan i still lean to the 1000cc models. yes 90% of the power, but when the road starts to turn the 1000cc bikes show that they handle a lot better. and i'd take a 1000cc form suz. kaw. honda or yam. over these two. because these four put out 1000cc bikes that run and handle great.

[@wwfww]

details such as....

[@hotbike0077]

Your opinion, I love my 14...

[@calfan3]

both these bikes are cool. i honestly dont know which is better though.

[@MOXxxey]

I agree. For example I've never seen zx14 with even 500hp but I've seen busa with 636 hp the engine is very tough Sorry for my english

[@kanankeban]

@dekic13236 Yes, and as I comment Ill never change it for the ZX14, The Busa has a far away better handling than the ZX14

[@roadrashninja]

@MrBUSABASS I believe ya. there's a guy here in Washington that i know that has destroyed his chicken strips on his tires. has leaned one of those bikes harder than I ever could. My 14 is huge, coming from 4 different ninjas, and I just can't get it to turn in as fast as my 600's could. Never thought about raising it to get it to turn in.

[@igotyou62darthvat]

yea dude i tottaly agree with you now 500 + cc could be economical but its dangerous for a newbie ive been riding for 2 and a half years now but and i dont think iam good enough to ride 1000+ bike the speed and power of those are too much for me right now

[@kj7687]

Don't get me wrong though, I'm a huge fan of Kawasaki's 09 Super Sherpa, 09 Ninja 650, and 08 ZX10.

[@rustler08]

The cross plain crankshaft weighs more, reduces power, but makes power more usable across the powerband. Good for riding, bad for numbers. On the other hand, the new S1000RR makes more horsepower than any other stock bike out there. Put a turbo on it, and even the zx14 yuppies will have to shut up.

[@Galdyjahyr]

No question, The ZX14-r beats the little bird.

[@MarijuanaNation420]

Probably that the busa whips around the corners a lot better

[@ross5506]

MarijuanaNation420 A little better but crap brakes you got slow down much sooner than Zx14

[@aSignInTheTrees]

doubtfull

[@cliffjumper11]

"like you want to just rub your hands all over the body....it's bulbous and smooth" in other words it's fuckin sexy? lol

[@permachoob]

dude this is the first bike i started out on lol.... so yes some new motorcyleist do start out with hayabusia's

[@soulcalibur22]

He did. Plus u would think a bike like a the ZX would total amp them up theres nothing like competition. Fact is it didn't. i got to ride a Zx most recently its just way more refined. You know when something feels better made? u cant fake that. Little stuff like the way u sit the grips the shape of the tank the seats the parts the steering. Does it dethrone busa? no.. but it just feels like a better bike. theres a difference ofcourse between being DETHRONING! going unanswered.

[@lilloo31]

Ill stick with my 99 R1 before i ever got either of those 2 bikes, its plenty fast for me and gets 45mpg and handles way better!

[@wonput]

'woaaahhhhhh betsy, this is one stupid fast motorcycle' ^^this might be the best line ive ever heard

[@assortedcorpses]

@ChainsawCarvingUK Ride what you're comfortable with. I'm a bigger bloke and I found the Hayabusa, ZX-14, Blackbird style bikes to be much more comfortable than the little pocket rocket style of the Gixxer thou, Fireblade thou, R1, ZX-10. Ironically, I took the sportiest of the big boys by getting a Gen II Hayabusa. But it was nowhere near as cramped as the litre class sport bikes.

[@TehRacooonODoom]

@claudioagmfilho Not a lot but yes, he likes the kawi better

[@woodrax]

Always better to stick to the old addage: Start small and work your way up. Seen too many grease spots due to people riding beyond their skill level.

[@militar3rd]

is it used? no way you got an 08 it for 10. maybe if it is used, but 10 is still an extremely low price for it.

[@mshl8188]

Thanks for the reply, its an honour to respond to a person like you who owns an R6. I wanted your final verdict for a street race over R6 and 2009 R1, which one would you go for if you had a 2000 USD as a prize money + a hot blonde as a give away ?

[@hapi3rd]

the zx-14r rocks! ideal cheapest way to go to work on time! (the ideal way is the helicopter :D!)

[@imagestic]

@two45triox You're kidding, right?