2022 Suzuki GSX-S1000GT Full Review | Is this the best value litre GT on the market?

[@krazokid19]

Thank God finally a real sports touring bike that actually has a rear seat and tail section long enough to strap a backpack to! I'm so tired of these modern bikes with no tail sections. So annoying if you plan to do light touring

[@Revviews]

I hear you mate. It's really is a cracking bike. Couple of small tweaks and a tune and it's all most will ever need. We'll priced as well. Cheers 🍻

[@stevenbatley8666]

So refreshing to see a bike which you don't need a set of steps to get on and off.

[@Revviews]

Agreed, she a great bike. Love the engine and comfort. Cheers 🍻

[@blandrooker6541]

I got the nicer blue, three things to upgrade at the start: brake pads first. Stock pads feel mushy. At 6"2", I was able to source the touring screen from Suzuki USA, makes a huge difference. Lastly, a few more thousand miles, upgrading to Michelin Road 6 tires. Oh, and I can't get the MySpin app to connect with my Samsung phone, so I just got a phone mount for navigation. Other than that, I'm loving it.👍

[@Revviews]

That's really god feedback for others mate, thank you. glad you are enjoying the bike. Cheers 🍻

[@Cycleit]

I am sooooo tired of black bikes.

[@whitneyestate1402]

Thanks for the tips. What pads did you wind up using?

[@blandrooker6541]

@@whitneyestate1402 I went with EBC semi sintered pads front and back, made a big difference in feel and responsiveness.

[@mbal4052]

The blue looks shit, black is much nicer

[@arsiize]

I got min GT+ (with panniers) in may this year and I'm very pleased with it. I have run it now for about 4500 km. I'm nearly 6,4 ft. my self and find it quit roomie. Spite it's good legroom I have put on a footrest kit from MOTO-CNC. It gives 30mm offsett in any direction. I have aslo put on a topbox rack from Givi with the Givi Tracker 58 liter box. With the panniers and topbox I have 130 liters packing space. I also prefere the black bacground at the tft screen. I think it is easier to read when it's black background then white background. The windscreen is also perfect for me. It give no turbulence what so ever. All in all it's a very good bike and very easy to ride spite it's 226 kg.

[@Revviews]

Yeah for sure, like me it hides its weight well lol. It's a truly impressive machine and priced well which should make it popular for many. Plus a few mods and you can have a very powerful yet comfortable bike. Thanks for your support mate. Cheers 🍻

[@kevin-em5jq]

Thanks for a great video .......have you done much distance on this bike...if so would you recommend it for long distance touring ? Thanks Kev

[@MrLilredmachine]

People be talking about 226kg like it's heavy for a sports tourer. A GTR1400 Kawasaki is 300kg, my FJR1300 is 280kg, a BMW GS1250 is 260kg... The Suzuki weighs about as much as a tupperware container for a sports tourer, particularly if you dump the standard catbox and bang a set of headers on it. 😊

[@-robster-robster-]

@@MrLilredmachine my other smaller bike a gsx650f is heavier so i think my 1000gt is light in comparison ror walking it . The centre of gravity is low which also helps with balance

[@cdogg86]

The title should probably just say best liter bike in general? No one needs to sit uncomfortable on a super sport. Love this bike.

[@Revviews]

Yeah not a bad idea. Is a great machine. Cheers 🍻

[@G91YS]

My Honda VFR800X Crossrunner is 4 years old and 35.000km and I love it since I bought it brand new, but damn this Suzuki is tempting...

[@Revviews]

Hi Kelly, great bike you have now, but agreed, tis sexy sexy. Stealth bomber! Engine tone is banging as well. Cheers 🍻

[@wirenut3020]

I’m in the USA. We never got the crossrunner here. The V4 is a smooth and tractable engine. I’d trade my old VFR for one in a heartbeat if I can flatfoot on it. I’m 6’ tall so it’s not usually a problem but I’ve sat on the VFR 1200x and it was too tall for my liking, especially at the almost 600lbs it weighs. Honda really perplexes me with their decisions of who gets what in the world!

[@RideSafeNSmart]

Great review, first of yours ive watched and happy to subscribe! Hats off to suzuki and best of luck this sees the start of better times for them again!

[@Revviews]

Hey Shane, thank you mate. Really pleased you liked the review. I did love this bike. She awesome. And I agree, new phase for Suzuki just starting. Cheers 🍻

[@RideSafeNSmart]

@@Revviews thank you really, your effort to make a good video / review shows! 👊🙌🍻

[@markb3180]

Great review, picking mine up Friday.

[@Revviews]

@markb3180 Thanks Mark, glad you liked it and enjoy your new machine. Cheers 🍻

[@markb3180]

@@Revviews Thank you 🤙🤙

[@ianmaynard6481]

Nice review will probably get this bike soon

[@Revviews]

Thank you mate. Really is a quality bike this. Cheers 🍻

[@bradrook3919]

Beautiful Bike! I'm 63, and have been riding since I was 8. I owned a Harley...but got rid of it as my back doesn't like the recliner like ergonomics...I've always been a sport bike guy...I'm really interested in this bike...a sport bike, a touring bike, all in one with an upright sitting position...Thank you for your review! Wouldn't it sound Lovely with a full Race Fit Exhaust System...lol...well for those that love loud..

[@Revviews]

Thank you Brad. Your not wrong mate. This engine will sound incredible with a full system. It's a superb machine. 👌 Cheers 🍻

[@Nikki_Holland]

I’ve got one in the lovely blue colour. Traded in my VStrom for it and am not disappointed. It’s got the panniers but I like my top box too so ordered a rack too. I kept the box from my VStrom and it fitted straight on. I didn’t like the screen, so fitted the touring Puig screen which helps to deflect the air flow. Looking forward to touring on it next year. Good review by the way and it looks good in black too

[@Revviews]

Hey Nicola. Great owner feedback there so thank you for that. Always good to hear tweaks and upgrades that improve the bike. Appreciate your time and wish you a great time touring in the future. Cheers 🍻

[@-robster-robster-]

i was smitten with a black one i just missed out on. i took a metallic reflective blue that has grown on me and now prefer it to the black. i dont like the triton blue with matching colour on wheels . i have a gsx650f with bright blue anyway

[@thomasbuckley34]

Very helpful Video as I am looking at one of these. On another matter can I ask what gloves you are using as I am trying to get a glove which goes over the sleeve. Thanks

[@Revviews]

Thanks Thomas, much appreciated and glad you liked the video. Can't remember the exact name of the gloves, but they are Richa XL. Hope that helps. Cheers 🍻

[@ronleon62]

Nice review. I'm on a 2022 Naked and waiting for my 2024 GT+ in Red to hit the dealer. Should be here in a few weeks!

[@Revviews]

Hello mate, exciting times and perfect to break her in and enjoy before winter. Will be stunning. Thank you and enjoy your new ride! Cheers 🍻

[@robfryer4399]

Great review, I am testing one this week so keen to do this now I have seen your review. I am keen to add a top box to bolster the space for longer tours. i am 6foot 3in so to hear you are similar in height I will look to follow you guys more often, thanks again!!

[@Revviews]

Hey Rob, thanks for the feedback and glad the review helped. Hope you get on well with the test ride. Cheers 🍻

[@MalShakur]

Thanks for the great review.

[@Revviews]

You are very welcome mate, thank you for watching and glad you enjoyed it. Cheers 🍻

[@srebaque]

Very good and comprehensive review! Congrats! You have a new subscriber! 😄☺️ Greetings from Spain (pity that you don’t have the twisties that we have over here to really enjoy riding 😉)

[@the3vildude902]

"999 cc she's no slouch" that's the understatement. I just got my hands on one, it's faster than my late model R1 by leaps.. love this bike!

[@Revviews]

Awesome machine. 👌 enjoy mate Cheers 🍻

[@-robster-robster-]

No hyper sports but pulls like a train comfy fast without too much shouting about it. 600s are for screaming matches

[@andynicholls-ec5gs]

Great video, perfect big bike for mrs flier when she passes her test

[@Revviews]

Thank you mate. Cheers 🍻

[@johnnys5419]

That was a great one. Love it😊

[@Revviews]

Thanks Johnny, getting back in the game now and pleased you enjoyed it 👍 cheers 🍻

[@motorcycleislife8296]

Wonder when the 2023 models will be released? If any changes have been made.

[@ronleon62]

No changes in 23 and now the 24s are coming out. Only colors have changed.

[@aportsetivac8023]

I woder if what happens if you set the tc into 1

[@richardhager7657]

Nice looking bike, I have to hand it to you, I don't know if I could ride over there, all them hedgerows give me tunnel-vision, and everybody rides/drives on the wrong side of the road! Drives me nuts! LOL!

[@Revviews]

Lol I know what you mean. 100% have to be thinking ahead and of what might be around the corner. Thanks for watching. Cheers 🍻

[@magpiemale]

Kind of reminds me of my yamaha fz1 similar power and weight but was flickable

[@Revviews]

Good shout. It is just like that tbf. Nothing scary but great all-rounder. Cheers 🍻

[@aportsetivac8023]

Is it possible to put a center stand? 🤔

[@Revviews]

Hello mate. Yes you can get them now. Motea do one, might be others as well. Cheers 🍻

[@aportsetivac8023]

@@Revviews what is the brand?

[@Revviews]

@@aportsetivac8023 here's the link www.motea.uk/central-stand-suzuki-gsx-s-1000-gt-2022-red-paddock-stand-constands-power-evo-a245467-0?gclid=CjwKCAjw0N6hBhAUEiwAXab-TSEu8J_pCksbvzUAmeeQFj5nWV83Dh1JGEJKLthcRMBGhdPX1P-ezRoCxbEQAvD_BwE

[@777geeman]

the carbon black edition with rim decals is the best looking if your willing to pay for it. Swap the pads and rubber brake lines out to lose that wooden feeling then you have a very good bike as this is it's major downfall.

[@Revviews]

Well said mate. Yeah a few tweaks and it's a proper weapon. Cheers 🍻

[@yusabayrakoglu3824]

electronic suspension ? is there 6 imu ?

[@Revviews]

@yusabayrakoglu3824 hey, no to those. The video will help as well. Thanks

[@mayhemandmutilation]

Is there an after market exhaust for these? Looks like it would be tricky

[@Revviews]

Hello mate yeah there's a few to choose from now and more coming all the time. AKRAPOVIC has the best range but you can get others. Black window make a header down set. That's probably what you want as well if you want to unlock the power. Cheers 🍻

[@mayhemandmutilation]

@@Revviews Thanks for such a speedy reply, your review did it for me. Booked a test ride for next Friday. Fingers crossed I love it!!

[@Revviews]

@@mayhemandmutilation you're welcome 😊 and glad you liked the video. Happy to help anytime and be good to hear how you get on. Enjoy mate. Cheers 🍻

[@philipfisher4244]

I noticed you have not posted a review for a while, I trust all is well

[@Revviews]

Hey Philip. Hope you're good. You're right. I've had a very tough 12 months. Many things including family. For that reason I took a step away from the channel for a while. I am about to restart things over the next week or so. Slowly to begin with. Cheers 🍻

[@philipfisher4244]

@@Revviews Good to know everything is now ok and I look forward to new content.

[@ajrothwell3937]

Never pulled the throttle but they're so comfortable.

[@Revviews]

Its a great bike. Cheers 🍻

[@yamimk]

Had got test ride on one last week bike goes well as you say rid it around the b mode also tried the A mode as well got a lot of wind noise of it would need bigger screen used to own the Kawasaki ninja 1000sx 2022 only had it for 7 months was written of somebody drove into the back of it

[@Revviews]

Hi Ivan, yikes, sorry to hear about the SX incident but glad you are OK. I do like the GT, I think with a system, PCV and filter plus tune it would be transformed into a very powerful but comfortable bike. Bigger screen would be a must for me as well. How do you think it compares with your SX?

[@yamimk]

@@Revviews would be hard to choose from the two suzuki would be quicker and lighter kawasaki ninja 1000sx probably pull away better in top gear handles better

[@urbanadventurer5]

It’s such a sweet looking bike. 👍🏾 I am planning to go throw my leg over one this afternoon.

[@Revviews]

Top stuff. Hope you enjoy. Let me know what you think. Cheers 🍻

[@urbanadventurer5]

@@Revviews it’s an awesome bike. I’m sold. I am currently working on making my Versys X-300 a more off-road worthy adventure bike. As soon as I finish that I plan to start the process of ordering one of these to pair with it as my long ride and track day machine.

[@Revviews]

@Urban Adventurer Thank great news and a good plan. I really liked the GT as well. Plus I think with a few mods it will be a beast. Cheers 🍻

[@TrulyUniqueOne]

The engine isn't better than the k5/k6 I had a 2021 f flashed with a full yoshimura system and ridden back to back with my flashed k6 the gsxs engine pulls nowhere near as hard. The original k5/k6 engine is an absolute monster

[@andiadhitia8737]

Oneday. I hope, i can buy this bike. I love it.. amin...

[@Revviews]

She's a beautiful, incredible machine. I hope that one day you will own your dreams. Cheers 🍻

[@andiadhitia8737]

@@Revviews amin. Thanks brother.

[@srebaque]

Going to check your video on the XR. I’m in the process of testing for renewing my Tracer 700 and the XR definitively was A Bike. I’m looking forward to comparing it with the GSX (about to test it as well), although cardan on the RS also attracts me… what do you think about these 3 beasts?? Cheers

[@Revviews]

Hi mate, I think you'll really like the XR, it's possibly the sportier of the 3 I'd say, and its feature packed with tech, but it comes at a price. I really liked the GT as well as it does offer great value and its a more chilled ride than the XR. I also really like the Tracer 900. Let me know how you get on with testing them, be cool to hear your thoughts. Cheers 🍻

[@srebaque]

@@Revviews Hi! I did test the GT (loved it) but the looks of the RS captured me and I have just bought it without even testing it! (Second hand but almost brand new). The bike is incredible. I must say BMW is another level (overall quality and performance). I must say GT’s motor is one of the best I’ve ever ridden but the BMW is well above in the other departments. Amazing riding with the RS! The XR is also a very good choice (I discarded it due to the size/weight and the price), especially the new model, so I’ll probably go for it next. 😉

[@Revviews]

@@srebaque awesome mate, glad you liked them and found the one for you. I'll prob go back to a BMW in the future. You really do get good quality IMO. Cheers 🍻

[@G91YS]

@@srebaque BMW's quality is REALLY subpar to Honda/Suzukis/other Japanese biked. Especially electronics.

[@vhog666]

Well spoken... just one light on makes no sense. They both should be ON for aesthetics reasons 😢.

[@Revviews]

100% mate. Cheers 🍻

[@wolkanthon]

Hi sir is it possible to sit on seat furture back for much more leaning and sporty riding position or seat always push u forward ? And the second question is , does the bike feel heavy? On twisty roads i like to lean my body out from bike left or right , does it possible on this bike? Im currently using 2022xsr900 and twisty road is very easy with my bike and i can sit on seat furture back and the seat give me permission for it, it doesnt push me front as 2021 mt09 did...what about gsx s1000 gt?

[@Revviews]

Hi Volkan, thanks for your message and for watching. I would say it's a neutral riding position. Fairly upright but still fun. I am tall with long arms but found it very comfortable. Easy to chuck around the corners. Might be a little heavier than your XSR but when on the power it feels aglie. There is a fair bit of room on the seat to move forward and back. Hope that helps. Cheers 🍻

[@wolkanthon]

@@Revviews thanks a lot , if the seat will allow me to the sit back and if i can lean forward sporty position it will be amazing i like 30/40 degrees angle rising position most im 188 cm tall...

[@goca8777]

Is it possible to turn off QS?

[@Revviews]

It's a good question mate. Off the top of my head I think so yes in the menu system. Cheers 🍻

[@goca8777]

@@Revviews thank you from SERBIA

[@rickibaran4273]

Hi what is the name of the intro music please.

[@Revviews]

Hi Ricki, found it for you. Its called "Just Breathing" by Neffex. Can be found on the KZbin Studio Audio library and its free. I used just the track without vocals. It's also on Spotify. Cheers 🍻

[@rickibaran4273]

@@Revviews Thanks and have a merry Christmas

[@Revviews]

@Ricki Baran same to you and yours mate. Merry Christmas

[@-robster-robster-]

A= A road and motorways B= B road and town C = Crap bag and rain mode

[@theodorevandehy]

Nice intro

[@Revviews]

Thanks mate

[@lold6130]

Look's great in black. Looks a lot like my black ninja 1000sx.

[@Revviews]

Yeah I think so too, looks mean. Black tall screen, exhaust upgrade, PCV and air filter plus tune and she'd be proper naughty. 👌

[@HifeMan]

@@RevviewsI plan on upgrading the brake lines, pads, tires, intake, slip on, and ecu flash when I get my GT. Hopefully in an year or two. Just want enough intake noise and sound for me on longer rides. You can get 139hp to the wheel on an complete stock bike with an ecu flash which is way more than enough power for me. I’m sure with an intake you might get a few more hp. Don’t wanna do a full exhaust due to it being too loud for long rides unless I can find a full exhaust with a decent db level and low drone. Such an amazing bike even in it stock form though. :)

[@Revviews]

@HifeMan Top man, that will be a beast by the time you've finished with it. Perfect balance and you're right, you don't want too much noise, and there really is an ideal amount of power needed for the road. Look forward to hearing about your progress. Cheers 🍻

[@vevey75]

Why no centre stand and heated grips.

[@Revviews]

To keep the costs down, would be my guess. Cheers 🍻

[@mrnoisy4883]

Wheres the Ninja SX review?

[@Revviews]

Had to take a break from things. Lots of life things happened all at once. Hopefully getting back into it soon

[@acherouvis]

Great motorcycle but insurance premiums are very high .

[@Revviews]

Yeah I guess they can be. Different for everyone. You should see the Z H2 insurance 👀 lol Cheers 🍻

[@oclv110sl]

Some say its buzzy, some say its nearly buzz free! What was your impression?

[@Revviews]

I wouldn't call it buzzy personally, the engine has a lovely growl to it, but its very smooth. One of those, have to try things. Cheers 🍻

[@oclv110sl]

@@Revviews I used to have the Ninja 1000sx and i could isolate the high frequency vibrations (buzz) through the bars but not the right footpeg and my foot got numb regularly. I guess as you say its a try before you buy question. Thans though. great review and editing.

[@redhytech]

just took my GSX-S1000 GT Plus out for a 10 hour ride in the mountains of Tennessee and North Carolina, 4 and a half hours there, straight thru. up main streets, to back roads to one lane back country roads to about ten miles of gravel road. up hills and curves. on the way back got some highway miles in, also got stuck in heavy traffic, 5MPH, stop and go for 30 miles or so. the GT is a great all around bike. after sitting on the bike for about 10 hours or so I was a little sore but not too bad. I will agree with what others have said,, the Brakes aren't the best, the factory tires are SHIT,,,total garbage. the MySpin app is useless,, it just does NOT work. get a GPS. I bought a Garmin,, not perfect but better than nothing. Google maps doesn't work with no signal(I was in the mountains).

[@Revviews]

That's great feedback and will be useful for many, so thank you for that. Cheers 🍻

[@redhytech]

@Revviews I would like to say that sitting in traffic on a hot day the bike gets hot. It was 97 out and the was running around 210deg. These bikes are really happy when they are on an open road with clean air flowing thru the radiator.

[@magpiemale]

Google maps can be used off line you just zoom in or out to get the area and download the map for bad signal areas.

[@redhytech]

that's well and good,,, if you know the area doesn't have signal.. I had no idea. lol@@magpiemale

[@morri03]

The best new Suzuki model for years but that isn’t really saying much unfortunately.

[@Revviews]

They have a lot of catching up to do but they do still make great bikes at good value which surely is what most want. Its the beginning of new things for Suzuki, let's support them and see where they go with it. Right?

[@genewuchner9004]

Would like you opinion on which one is better for long rides the Suzuki or Kawasaki.

[@jihigh482]

Considering the prices of bikes these days and the value Suzuki brings to the market, I'm okay with them going their own pace.

[@darrenhalsall2838]

Gart bike I have the gsx s1000 naked

[@darrenhalsall2838]

My 1000 is Triton blue

[@Revviews]

Hey gang, hope you enjoy this video, let me know what you think in the comments below! Also for more reviews here is the main playlist - kzbin.info/aero/PLpSdPKKIH5z6Y2rpFx96oArZ8-YKLRMxF

[@chrisgibbs1615]

Ninja 1000sx for me all day long

[@Revviews]

Might get to review one of those this year. Cheers 🍻

[@majorfeelgoodrecords2740]

This is Suzuki’s version of a Ducati super sport S

[@Revviews]

It's a great well priced machine for sure. Cheers 🍻

[@acherouvis]

I'm torn between the Suzuki and the Kawasaki sx1000.

[@Revviews]

Hey, you test them both already? Is a tough choice.

[@Johnhere]

The Kwak feels like a significantly more premium bike

[@MrLilredmachine]

If you want a bike to enjoy when ridden fast, and has a finish that will last longer than a month if you actually use it, then the Suzuki. If you are one of the people that buys a bike like modern people buy a car, IE whether it has a blue tooth connection or not rather than how it drives, then the Kawasaki. Honestly I don't hear enough about Kawasaki's shoddy modern finish, out of my pack of mates 4 of them have Kwaki, a Z900, two SX1000s, and a H2. We ride all year around and the Kawasaki are all looking hideous, with paint coming off, fasteners rusty, not tommention the H2 blew it's shock out after just 6k miles. A shocking display of rubbish finish. Meanwhile the 'budget' Suzuki in the group is still mint after 8 years.

[@covertlaugh1958]

@@MrLilredmachinecouldn’t disagree more. Rode a z1000sx and a mt10 yam through all types of horrendous weather, salt covered roads, over 3 years. Other than the odd bolt getting a little rusty both came up like new when they were cleaned, where as my friends on a GSXR 1000 and the other on a V-strom wouldn’t have got scrap value for their bikes, they were so corroded.

[@MrLilredmachine]

@@covertlaugh1958 what does a GSX1000 have to go with a V-strom and a GSXR? The GSXs were the first bikes built in Suzuki's new plant with different finishes and processes. I didn't say 'all Suzuki's' did I?

[@DerinFilipov-x6t]

Can you leave sometimes the bike to tell what you want to say and turn the conversation for a moment or two.

[@Revviews]

@@DerinFilipov-x6t ?

[@DaddyBiker_Reviews]

No. In short. It is truly an excellent motorcycle, but a tourer? A tourer - by its very nature - tours. The screen has no adjustment and is less than effective, and the option to add touring equipment - ie panniers etc makes it too expensive. Furthermore, the pillion seat and grab handles are aesthetically pleasing but not comfortable on a long run, even for the more padded of posteriors. Had it been in the same price bracket as the Ninja 1000sx (which is still not as good for touring as my previous bike - the Tracer 9GT) then I would have picked the Suzuki in a shot as its performance and looks are world class.

[@Revviews]

Hey thanks for watching and your thoughts always good to have multiple opinions as that make the community. Cheers 🍻

[@triprack]

It’s not a triple

[@Revviews]

Correct

[@triprack]

@@Revviewsgreat review though. Studying for possible purchase. So many videos🤪

[@Revviews]

@@triprack glad it helped. Cheers 🍻