2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R RIDE & REVIEW | YAMAHA R7'S Worst Nightmare

[@msd85TvT]

You’re probably the first English language reviewer for this bike. Congrats man.

[@RayBowdenRides]

Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻, Stay in touch and have a Awesome wkend!

[@tonymouawad2650]

There is million others...

[@wlt3585]

There arent even 3 others. This is the first Englishman to do a full on review​@tonymouawad2650

[@RayBowdenRides]

@wlt3585 Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend!

[@mloclam6917]

English man I think not sir sounds American to me😂😂😂

[@thomasusowski2155]

I just picked up my 8r in blue this past weekend, and absolutely loving it!! I’ve always been a Honda CBR 600 guy, ever since my first bike the F3 back in the late 90’s, but I love the Suzuki change! Plus this bike is easier on my back after a few hours. lol

[@RayBowdenRides]

Congratulations Thomas!!! Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻, Thanks for being apart of the Channel!! Stay Safe.

[@thomasusowski2155]

@@RayBowdenRides Thank you Sir!! Thanks for doing this video!!! :)

[@RayBowdenRides]

@thomasusowski2155 Thank you!! Let's talk again soon.

[@exothermal.sprocket]

Based on the tuning that's already being done with the 8S/8R, the power gains with a full exhaust and flash is 9-10 horsepower and a whopping 10 ft-lb torque. Sounds mean too. Akrapovic, M4, Mivv, and other brands offer full systems. 2wheeldynoworks has an extremely well developed tune for these.

[@RayBowdenRides]

Thanks for the info!! Thanks for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻, Thanks for being apart of the Channel!

[@exothermal.sprocket]

@@RayBowdenRides No problem!

[@RayBowdenRides]

@lifted_above Thanks much my friend!!

[@Aberamentho2010]

It seems more like a sport tourer with a more relaxed riding position. The R7 is more track bike focused with full adjustable suspension, which the 8r doesn't. I doubt this is killing an R7 on track days.

[@RayBowdenRides]

Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend! Have a Awesome Weekend!!

[@rm25088]

Agreed. I could of sworn I saw pictures of the 8R looking like a race bike. It is a shame they went this direction. I don't really like it.

[@trplll100]

I just bought this. It's good for bigger & taller guys too. Not sure if that was brought up but I looked forever to find a bike that I didn't feel stupid and uncomfy on .

[@RayBowdenRides]

Well Congratulations my friend! Thanks for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻- Don't be a Stranger!! Let me know what you think!!

[@SteveSteeleSoundSymphony]

For 2025 Suzuki replaced the silver and red with the black color 8R they had in Europe last year to the US. It’s mean looking. The blue is still available and it’s stunning too.

[@RayBowdenRides]

Great Info Steve!! Thanks for being apart of the Channel my friend 🙏🏻. Have a Fantastic weekend!!

[@donreavis1463]

Finally! I've been looking for a review on this bike! Thanks, Ray!

[@RayBowdenRides]

Your Very welcome 🙏🏻, Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend!! Ride Safe and don't be a stranger!!

[@harleydavidsontherapy1376]

I’ve had mine for about a week now, the silver and red one. Already have about 500 miles on it. Love it!!! Awesome video.

[@RayBowdenRides]

HARLEY- Thanks for Watching and Commenting! Thank you for the kind words my friend! Hope you stick around!

[@Trevster65]

I have the 8s and love it, so easy to ride and so quick at legal speeds and really good on fuel. 8r looks fantastic hopefully I’ll be able to test ride one in the spring.

[@RayBowdenRides]

Yes ,Go to a Suzuki Demo Day! Hey thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻, Stay in touch and have a Awesome 2024!!

[@Texas2Step79]

Had the pleasure to run into Ray today ...at Plano Kawasaki Suzuki ... great time visiting with you my friend...and this bike looks way better in person...that blue pops !!

[@RayBowdenRides]

Nice meeting you too!! Thanks for Making the trip. Let me know if you need anything else my friend! Talk to you again soon hopefully!!

[@superduperkid3143]

I have a 2023 Ninja 400 and this is one of my upgrades options. GSX8R, RS660, Ninja 1000SX it's so hard to decide. I like your review. Subbed.

[@RayBowdenRides]

I bet, Hey thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻, let me know what you end up doing.

[@KingYorch08]

I bought this bike today. The actual bike you did the review on.😂 It was nice meeting brotha!

[@RayBowdenRides]

Congratulations, I know your gonna have a blast on it! Nice meeting your friend too- I bet he loves his too! Man let's stay in touch! Ride Safe!!

[@KingYorch08]

@@RayBowdenRides absolutely. We both love the bikes. We’ll see you at the dealership for the bikes and coffee thing they do.

[@RayBowdenRides]

@KingYorch08 cool!!

[@konstantinalfi743]

Great review Ray, glad to hear the opinion of a mature and honest rider who sees beyond horsepower. Looking forward to try this bike when it arrives at the local dealership. Potentially my first-ever bike, who knows. Previously, I was looking at the RS660, but reliability concerns and the worst dealership I’ve been into made me look at the other less powerful, but exciting bikes (I know the CBR650R and Daytona 660 exist, but c'mon, they’re not as good as Suzuki out of the box, and, at least to me, are less exciting). Some straight pipe and an ECU flash will make this bike stand out even more. Daytona 660 is also an option I’m looking forward to try, but damn these guys kinda overlooked the overall build quality. Here in the EU, we have strong speed regulations and not-so-highway style infrastructure, I believe there is no need to buy a 4-cylinder 170+ hp bike and suffer in the city jams or potentially lose your license. I just want an exiting sport bike for daily use and commute, but with a spicy twist that this engine provides with torque.

[@RayBowdenRides]

You will love it!! Thanks for the kind words 🙏🏻. Stay in Touch my friend!!!

[@16aravan]

I love your videos I been binging all of them! Keep it up

[@RayBowdenRides]

Thank you my friend! I'm going to warn you I've got screws loose mentally!! Hey glad to have you apart of the Channel 🙏🏻.

[@Studmuf-Rockin]

Haha love the enthusiasm making me anxious to get mine! Getting this coming in as my first sport bike this week, gonna take it slow getting practice courses and practicing slow maneuvering on it before I hit the road.

[@RayBowdenRides]

Awesome bike your getting! Thanks for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻. Stay in Touch StudMuf- let me know how much you love that bike- your in for a treat!!!!

[@notw312]

Hey from Canada Ray! I rode the GSX-8S last year and it was a delight so I can only imagine this bike will be just as sweet. I'd like to demo this when available. It won't replace my speed triple 1050 rs but could be fun bike still. Keep up the great work. Cheers and see you on Tonit too!

[@RayBowdenRides]

Man Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻, your Awesome, please stay in touch- Ride Safe!!

[@jenn7754]

Nice video. I just bought one myself in the same color. My first foray into the sport bike world.

[@RayBowdenRides]

Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻, Please Ride SAFE!! And let's talk again Soon!!!

[@beastr.l.661]

I have one preordered. Just waiting on delivery. You're the 1st one I've seen riding one in the wild. Thank you for the experience. It is a beautiful bike.

[@RayBowdenRides]

BEAST your going to love it!! Congratulations my friend!! Hey thanks for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻, Let me know and keep in touch!!

[@robodock23]

I just bought the silver and red 8R. For a first bike, Its everything one could ask for and then some. would defiantly recommend to someone.

[@RayBowdenRides]

Awesome value for sure! Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻. Stay in Touch and let me know what you think!!!

[@southtexaslife3555]

I absolutely love this bike. I've gone from a GSXR6 to R1, to HD Bobber, to HD Street Glide Special, back to the R8. It's so much fun to use in traffic, around town, on what little twisites we have down south here.

[@RayBowdenRides]

Yes it is a AWESOME bike for Sure!!

[@CraigBrinker-jx9qc]

Just got the yellow Bumble Bee . Fun ...like omg fun

[@jordanjoestar8839]

Theyve corned the market and set a standard for all other fully faired twin street bikes. Comfortable. Stacked with tech. Nice dash. Awesome motor. Great sound and handling. They seem to catch lightning in a bottle, and run with it for a while. Takes them a long time to update models but when they do revise something it often sets the standard. Even an old K7 GSXR1000 will wrestle with a new Ducati on circuit.

[@RayBowdenRides]

Your a Smart guy! Hey Thanks so much for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻, Ride safe my friend and have a Awesome weekend!

[@thomaslove1792]

Thanks a lot, love to see a GSX-S750 review when possible!

[@RayBowdenRides]

Thanks for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻, Have a Awesome Weekend!!

[@j_wridez]

Thank you for sharing. This is a bike I will definitely consider when I upgrade from my Ninja 400

[@RayBowdenRides]

Thanks for Watching and Commenting Shadow!🙏🏻Stay in touch my friend-let me know what you Do!

[@mattsloop2736]

At 85hp do we need any other mode then race? I remember when gsxr750 made over 100hp with no rider aids.

[@RayBowdenRides]

Thanks for Commenting 🙏🏻, have a Awesome weekend!! Don't be a Stranger.

[@veljkovic92]

It's not all about horse power. You have a video RevZilla recently uploaded about that. These bikes have lots of lots end torque. Power is delivered differently than traditional 4 cylinder bikes that need to be revved high to get strong pull. Basically, from my experience, bike that has slightly less total power but is 2cyl 270crank and setup for low rpm pull will be more usable, fun (street riding), and will launch quicker than bike with 4 cylinder and slightly more power. Was always riding 4 cylinder bikes until I went mt07 which has more than double less HP than my usual 4cylinder bike. Practice and theory are different things here. All the best. 👍

[@RayBowdenRides]

@veljkovic92 very well said!!! Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻, Ride safe and don't be a Stranger!!

[@wardellmiller8987]

Excellent review. I am adding this one to my collection.

[@RayBowdenRides]

Your going to LOVE it - Promise. Thanks for watching and Commenting 🙏🏻- have a Awesome weekend!

[@bryanhallman8183]

My sister lived in Carrollton for 10 years, so a lot of that area looks so familiar. Thanks for the review, a local dealer has the Yellow on sale for the same price as the R7. The one thing I've been a little hard pressed to find are the factory bhp and torque numbers, so I was glad that you added them in. I don't wanna get too nutty, so 85 is a good solid number.

[@RayBowdenRides]

Yes, Thanks for Commenting my friend 🙏🏻.

[@aliciagonzales7240]

I stopped in at that dealership last year to try and get a gsxr 750. Very nice people up there. Tom was a very nice guy!! Have fun

[@RayBowdenRides]

Thank you for Watching and Commenting Alicia🙏🏻, Have a Awesome Weekend and Ride safe!

[@RipTWD]

Demo'ed the 8S late last year & was sure that I was going to buy on this year. Dunno now, the 8R looks like all that and more! Love the name, Gixx8er.😀 Thanks for the video!

[@RayBowdenRides]

Rip go Check one out, You won't be disappointed! Thanks for Commenting and watching My friend 🙏🏻,let me know what you decide!!

[@carlosvejar3938]

Congratulations on getting a first ride with this bike. It's a great bike

[@RayBowdenRides]

Thank you for the kind words 🙏🏻, Thanks for watching and Commenting my friend!! Have a Awesome wkend.

[@carlosvejar3938]

@@RayBowdenRides I have to go ride bike for myself. This year's birthday present is a new bike and I am looking really hard at this category of engine displacement. Everything from this to the mt 09 looks extra wicked this year

[@RayBowdenRides]

@carlosvejar3938 Awesome, let me know what you end up doing!! Have a good weekend.

[@gregtaskila7133]

Great Clip!!! Just Bought this in the silver/white ,Your clip helped that decision :) This bike offers alot for all levels of riders,Even us, as in me, 64 year old that love this type of machine, Great Clip keep em coming

[@RayBowdenRides]

Greg I'm older myself, that's so cool you got this bike!! I love the silver one, Hey Thanks so much for the Kind words 🙏🏻, thank you for Watching and Commenting too! Stay in touch!! Great talking to you, Ride Safe my friend!

[@Rrc36381]

Hi, From France Greg.I bought this bike in Blue last month, and i am 72 years old 😉.Before i had a CBR 650 R 2023. New choice …Red To Blue , and i am in love with the 8 R 😍. Ride Safe Patrick

[@ItsAlexR]

Love the review brotha! Thank you for sharing your riding experience!

[@RayBowdenRides]

Thank you for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻, Have a Awesome weekend.

[@yasugi0153]

great video that tft dispaly is bright n fresh

[@RayBowdenRides]

Yes it is! Thanks for being apart of the Channel!

[@exothermal.sprocket]

I've heard this bike uncorked, and it's a typical 270° parallel twin, with a great booming sound. Also importantly, it's picked up as much as 10-11 horsepower and a whopping 9-10 ft-lb torque with the tune. Looking at about 86-88 hp at the wheel, and 62-64 ft-lb. The bikes going to be a great all-rounder. Street, track, commute, trips.

[@RayBowdenRides]

Yes sir for sure! Thanks for watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻. Have a Awesome 2024!

[@fredmaldonado9204]

Excellent video. Camera is perfect. That bike is Gorgeous.

[@RayBowdenRides]

Thank you🙏🏻, and thank you for Watching and Commenting my friend!! Ride Safe and have a Awesome 2024!

[@brianvath9186]

Oh buddy! Gonna have to test one of these out brother! Thanks for reviewing it! Much love ✌️😎🤙

[@RayBowdenRides]

Same to you Brian- Thanks for Commenting my Friend 🙏

[@duanestiles4821]

The bike is a screamer and the camera is a nice one the camera is a great choice well done ray

[@RayBowdenRides]

Thanks Duane!! Don't be a Stranger!

[@ChamarSenja]

You are the first man doing test ride video on GSX-8S.. I can"t wait this bike come into the market Been catching eyes for the silver one!

[@RayBowdenRides]

You and me both!

[@toddallingham1647]

Great review Ray! I would love to see the 2024 ZX14R in the 40th anniversary colours!! Keep up the great work

[@RayBowdenRides]

I think I'm going to do a video inside the store maybe soon, thank you for the kind words my friend! Have a Awesome rest of the weekend!!

[@archerofficial5603]

Great video! Going this Saturday to Plano to get one

[@RayBowdenRides]

Let me know what time your going, I'd love to meet you there!

[@yungcaine6715]

I been a fan of yours for a while I watched your ninja 650 video which I was wanting to get but I’m switching to the R7 killer lol

[@RayBowdenRides]

Man you will love it!!Thanks for the kind words 🙏🏻, And thanks for Watching and Commenting!! Let me know when you get it!! Be Safe my friend!!

[@lonniejoraskie4440]

Thanks for the review good stuff .... now if we can get a tuner to do a review after ... to see how it compares once it its tuned , exhaust ect.

[@NJGhost34]

I'm curious why Suzuki labeled it with the GSXR label when it closer resembles an updated SV650. Great video! You got a new sub here. Also, my brother got the R7 last season. I'd love to see them side by side comared.

[@RayBowdenRides]

If they have a used R7 come in I'll sure try and make that happen!

[@perryirons1399]

Fun review! Considering trading my gsx1250fa for one, but need to test ride first. The dealership here doesn't have any yet.

[@juzt2fresh86]

I just bought the silver and red over the yellow I like it better felt the tank would get crazy scratched with the yellow. Still keeping my Drz400sm but excited to get this bike in a week!!

[@RayBowdenRides]

Congratulations! Your going to love it, Stay in Touch and let me know what you think!

[@julianaumada5667]

Can’t decide what bike I want to get in march z900 , mt09 or this now so hard to choose.

[@RayBowdenRides]

Go look at this bike ,trust me! Hey thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻, let me know what you do!!

[@cuzimaluzer777]

I heard the 2024 mt09's won't be here until June. Expect supply chain issues because of the Red Sea

[@RayBowdenRides]

@cuzimaluzer777 Go Ride this Bike- You Won't be disappointed!! Hey Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻- Ride Safe and don't be a Stranger, let me know what you end up doing 👍.

[@patrickleston7391]

Great video again…. Who is the target market for this bike? Is it the beginner ? At 82-83 HP many won’t like it… Tourque is good for everyday use….Great video as usual…. Keep them coming

[@yomamaa13]

If you want the better Suzuki bike, get the naked GSX-S1000 or full sport GSX-R1000. There is no comparison to the Z900 or the MT09. Both the Suzukis are better bikes. Honestly, I would stay away from this 8S or 8R unless you are financially strapped or a beginner rider. I rode both versions the 8S and 8R and its very underwhelming, but that is the nature of these twin cylinders. If you are an experienced rider, go for the 1000cc class.

[@n300zx931]

Much rather have this than the R7. I like the styling and larger CC engine for a deeper note. I’d get some adjustable rear sets so it would corner deeper.

[@RayBowdenRides]

Thanks for Commenting and participating in the channel 🙏🏻.

[@YoyoEnglish-oq9we]

In all honesty, the handle bars not being like super sport was the deal breaker for me. I'm sure the aftermarket will fit that issue soon enough though.

[@RayBowdenRides]

Oh yeah! Hey thanks for watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻, Ride safe and don't be a stranger..

[@wesontwowheels]

Hey mate seeing this bike has really made me wish I waited, I just purchased a gsx s750, even though I love the bike and its so good to ride but damn I so want to get my hands on this weapon... great video mate keep it up

[@RayBowdenRides]

Thanks for the kind words- You bought a Awesome bike!!! Those 750's are bad boys!!

[@keltecdan]

Why can’t they put that tft screen on the gsx-s1000. You can’t even see the screen on that bike and you would think they would’ve put a color tft display on their liter bike.

[@RayBowdenRides]

That would be the perfect bike with that huh? Thanks for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻. Don't be a Stranger!

[@erLLOSU2]

Hi Ray, For fun and one 400 mile tour/year you like the 8s or gsx-750s please? Riding 40 years like upright feel and good legroom. Thank you!

[@RayBowdenRides]

8S beyond a doubt!! Thanks for Commenting and Watching 🙏🏻. Anymore questions don't hesitate my friend!!!

[@BrandonGill-w4b]

How was the wind deflection compared to the 8s? Thanks for the video

[@brandonayala2042]

Possibly my favorite moto youtube channel at the moment

[@RayBowdenRides]

Thanks for the kind words 🙏🏻 and Thanks for Watching and Commenting. Have yourself a Awesome Weekend.

[@TheAtrin]

I am waiting for this bike to come 2 Turkiye. I was between r7 and ninja 650. I am 42 years old and new on 2 wheels. I have a little experience on r3 /r25. I am really happy with it but not comfortable with the seating position (lower back pain lol) and punchiness. I guess this bike will suits my everyday needs. If I was 20 years younger I definitely choose r7 bc ir seems more agile and more fun. But I need sth more relaxed, comfy and definitely with more tech like tcs, driving modes etc. I guess, if somebody is on sport touring market (not supersport and long legged types like multistrada or xr) and aiming for kawasaki ninja 1000sx or h2sx. I guess this can be their best stop before jumping these bikes. At least I am thinking like that. What are your thoughts? Great review btw. Subbed.

[@RayBowdenRides]

I think for the money your right on 👍, Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻- Stay in Touch and let me know what you end up doing!!!

[@joemarshall449]

Very nice review Ray, that bike is going to be a hot seller!!

[@RayBowdenRides]

I think so Too!! Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻,

[@Broken-six]

10,000 views congrats man!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@RayBowdenRides]

🙏🏻Thanks my friend!! Thanks to awesome people like yourself. Have a Great 2024!!

[@Atsirgas11]

Should I buy the R8 having an MT 07? I'm looking for something a little more sporty

[@RayBowdenRides]

It's Definitely more sportier, but it's super Comfortable too!! Hey thanks for watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻, Stay in touch and let me know what you do!! Hopefully we Talk again soon.

[@IgoByaGo]

This thing looks awesome. I'm missing the DFW area, this video popped up, I started watching, and I was like, hey that is my area, then I remembered I live in Houston now. LOL, great looking bike though.

[@RayBowdenRides]

Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻, Dallas misses you. Talk again soon hopefully!

[@steverapp8169]

Nice video. Really like look of the bike. How would you say it compares to a cbr? I ride a cbr500 and it handles and rides very nice.

[@RayBowdenRides]

It blows a cbr 500 AWAY!!

[@Notso_Yummers]

Awesome video this bike looks like its going to add some pressure in the market

[@RayBowdenRides]

Thanks Devin for the kind words 🙏🏻, Thanks for watching and Commenting my friend! Ride Safe and don't be a stranger!

[@Αρης-ρ7π]

I ve been looking for this review for so long sir, thank you so much❤

[@RayBowdenRides]

Hey thanks for watching and Commenting 🙏🏻, Have a Terrific weekend.

[@FreshRides]

I'm really looking forward to the Yamaha R-9 coming out next year maybe with the mt-09 engine

[@RayBowdenRides]

That will be a AWESOME bike.

[@dannyshows]

There seems to be a consensus that this is a great bike. Thank you for sharing loved your video.

[@RayBowdenRides]

Thanks Danny 🙏🏻, Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend!! Stay in Touch!

how does the auto shifter work when downshiting?

[@RayBowdenRides]

Great! It's an AWESOME bike, You Won't be Disappointed! Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻. Stay in Touch!!!

[@skidstainz1d]

What is better in your opinion the ninja 650 2025 or the GSX8R 2024?

[@RayBowdenRides]

Depends Gsx8R is more hp and a AWESOME package- i think the 8r is almost 20 hp more - But don't take anything away from the 650 it is a AWESOME bike as well , really depends on what your wanting to spend .and where your at in terms of years riding.

[@skidstainz1d]

@@RayBowdenRides thank you!

[@RayBowdenRides]

@skidstainz1d your Very Welcome- hope that might help!

[@skidstainz1d]

@@RayBowdenRides it does. I’m just stuck between 2 bikes lol

[@RayBowdenRides]

@skidstainz1d let me do this video and see if it helps.

[@jesusamaroreyes4269]

I think we will see a redesign for the gsxr1000 soon 🔥

[@RayBowdenRides]

I'm thinking your righr!! Thanks for watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻. Have a Awesome weekend!!

[@MotoFlows]

I’m picking up the blue one Ray here in KY

[@RayBowdenRides]

Oh cool man Congratulations Van!! Your gonna love it! Let me know what you love about it the most!!

[@williewasahippie]

Nice bike. If I ever upgrade from my 2022 Ninja 400 KRT...

[@RayBowdenRides]

It's got your name wrote on it. Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻, Ride Safe and don't be a stranger!

[@scottsimmons6928]

Wind sheild Screen looks a little short but I like think Suzuki got everything else pretty good

[@RayBowdenRides]

Yep! Thanks for being apart of Channel!

[@derekgaliee4351]

Hi Ray 👋👋👋👋 Would you compare this bike vs.kawaski Ninja 500 as a beginner bike & The Aprila RS7

[@RayBowdenRides]

A little bit more than a beginner bike, but not totally out of the question. Depends on the person I guess.

[@jakehardy7270]

Would you consider doing a video later in the year ranking the 2024 bikes? I ride a '20 CBR500R but will be getting my unrestricted licence next year, currently leaning towards the RS660 as of now, thanks Ray👍🏻

[@RayBowdenRides]

Yes I Sure will!! Thanks for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻, I sure will!!

[@johnwayne3514]

I just bought this bike in blue, cant wait to start riding it. Side question, how did you get the speed and map stuff on the camera?

[@RayBowdenRides]

The insta Remotes on my left arm inbed it in the video!!

[@thomasr.bartonjd7815]

please do not hurt my R7's feelings any more; She is Heartbroken !!

[@RayBowdenRides]

🤣

[@trullmann]

The silver version gives me the old school Katana vibes!

[@RayBowdenRides]

Yea I can see that a little since you said that!! Thanks for Commenting!! Have a Great rest of your week!!

[@Sora_Ca_Co]

Mannn it looks so nice! I've only gotten my R3 for about 1+month and have already been eyeing some mid sized bikes lol. But i currently live in the city and have to street park, considering getting it once I move somewhere with a garage

[@RayBowdenRides]

Your Very Welcome 🙏🏻, totally understand! Appreciate you Watching and Commenting!!

[@Mxlch999]

Just bought one !! Amazing !

[@RayBowdenRides]

Yes they are! Talk to you later my friend!

[@LuckyLuke_81]

Great video! How would you rate it comparing to Aprilia RS660? Also do you think it's possible to install lower or under triple clamp clip-ons?

[@RayBowdenRides]

Man the Aprilia 660 is a Very Very Special bike - that's a tough one, you probably could do clip ons , my only concern there is they might get into the Tank , you'll have to go look at one really close and see what you think. Sorry I don't have definitive answers. Just trying to be honest.

[@johnweeks6561]

You were speeding. We caught you red handed. Ha ha. Seriously though what a peach. Love the look and it has the punch to match . Well done.!

[@RayBowdenRides]

Thanks for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻, Have a Awesome 2024 John.

[@alphajed7700]

If possible, can you make an actual comparo between that bike and R7?

[@RayBowdenRides]

I don't think I'll get access to a r7 but if I do for sure! The R7 is a way more aggressive riding position! Hey thanks for watching and Commenting my friend!

[@lphsabrina]

Great review 👍🏻

[@RayBowdenRides]

Thanks my friend 🙏🏻

[@cecilotto504]

Does it have a front stabilizer??

[@RayBowdenRides]

No Doesn't need one , that's just my opinion. You could always ad one.

[@Mark_106]

nice looking bike...but defiantly needs exhuast upgrade, sounds like a Tractor. And why they make those Number Plates stick so far out, that would have to be taken off/shortened. Nice colour. R7's have nothing to worry about Tho.

[@RayBowdenRides]

Thanks for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻, Ride Safe and have a Awesome 2024 Mark!!

[@GeNeTiXZRVG]

All part of regulations bud , specially for the EU , the part that has to stick out .from the back it shouldnt be the tire but something else. , but we all swap it out once we get our bikes here

[@RayBowdenRides]

@GeNeTiXZRVG Yes Tail tidy, and they have already put one on one of these at the store I believe, Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻, Ride safe and don't be a stranger.

[@Thanatos2996]

That Acura driver probably spent the rest of the day wondering what the heck he did wrong after that horn and flasher demo

[@RayBowdenRides]

Yep🤣, Thanks for Commenting 🙏🏻. Have a AWESOME weekend my friend!!

[@FighthillGaming]

Thank you, was waiting for this for months now. How does the handlebar feel ergonomically, compared to standard bikes or 8s.

[@RayBowdenRides]

It feels perfect, very comfortable!! Thanks for watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻. Have a Awesome weekend.

[@chrisstroup8878]

Dude you rock! GSX8R vs Kawasaki Z650? Just watched both vids. Honest opinion?

[@RayBowdenRides]

Gsx8R for me, a little more Hp! Thanks for Watching and being apart of the Channel Chris!

[@sedundnes]

Is the quickshifter on the downshift as bad as YammieNoob and MotoJitsu say it is?

[@RayBowdenRides]

I sure didn't think so , no!

[@harleydavidsontherapy1376]

I definitely think they are exaggerating, the quick shifter down is awesome for me. I love my gsx8r.

[@SWTVENOM]

@@harleydavidsontherapy1376I’m looking at this also comparing it with MT09 MT07 xsr700 Z900

[@RayBowdenRides]

For the money and what you get ,man it's almost unbeatable I think!

[@CraigBrinker-jx9qc]

Bought the Bumble Bee 2 weks ago Awesome

[@RayBowdenRides]

Oh cool, Congratulations!!! Thanks for being apart of the Channel and Commenting 🙏🏻.

[@davidgriffin1661]

Great review as always. God bless

[@RayBowdenRides]

Thk you🙏🏻

[@WreckingPaul0513]

Sir, I heard from other reviewers that the clutch lever on this bike is on the “heavy” side. Is that true? Thanks in advance!

[@RayBowdenRides]

Paul I didn't notice that, but maybe it's true. I wouldn't agree with that with what I remember. Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻.

[@southtexaslife3555]

I have had mine for about a week and a half, haven't noticed any heavy clutch. I just did 200+ miles around Houston this evening and no issues whatsoever.

[@danielscott2357]

Looks nice, one of the better looking new bikes coming out. But can’t get past the paralell twin. Should be a triple or inline four. Also, its 2024…Cruise Control on every streetbike!!! Come on!! If HD can do it so can the big four japanese manufacturers.

[@RayBowdenRides]

Man if it had a cruise also - that would be awesome! Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend🙏🏻. Have a Awesome weekend, Ride safe

[@doughann6906]

Hey Ray, I'm on a 2017 GSX-s 750, big difference in me trading up to the new GSX8R?

[@RayBowdenRides]

The Sreen and Quick shifter are Superb- Really!!

[@exothermal.sprocket]

750 four cylinder is a very different engine than the 776 twin. If you're looking for similar sound and power production, go for a bigger four, like a Z900 or GSX-S1000. If you want to get into a twin but want more power than the 750, you'll have to go for a KTM 890 or 990.

[@doughann6906]

@lifted_above thanks for advise, I'm in NZ so will check the gsx8r out when it gets here in a few months. Keen to try a change to a twin. Will try the duke 890GP at the same time. Cheers

[@RayBowdenRides]

That Duke is a Awesome bike too, let me know 🙏🏻

[@dolphinride5157]

I'm thinking that would I would love is to have the 8R bike with the 8S seating position.

[@RayBowdenRides]

DOLPHIN it is Super Comfortable!!! Thanks for watching and Commenting 🙏🏻. RIDE SAFE MY FRIEND.

[@dolphinride5157]

@@RayBowdenRides I'd love to actually sit on both to compare but no dealers where I live have either one. Even more, I'd love to test ride each but, again, no dealers around here allow any test rides. I live in the Virginia Beach area. I depend on accurate reviews from people like yourself for that reason.

[@RayBowdenRides]

@dolphinride5157 Thanks for the kind words!! Go to a Suzuki demo Day- maybe they will have one Soon, Dealerships should be getting them soon. Stay in touch and let me know what you came up with👍.

[@paradiddlesixix7530]

im pretty sure that riding position is almost identicle on both bikes. the foot pegs are in the same spot. the only difference may be slightly lower bars, but they are far from uncomfortable. may be the same too.

[@Skreemer01]

I want that bike in that color... I can't wait until they are a year old and I can pick one up as a cheap-ish track bike.

[@RayBowdenRides]

Yep , Thanks for watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻,.

[@korazon3spinado]

Did you like this better than the gsxs750?

[@RayBowdenRides]

That's a tough one, probably overall no , but parts of it yes!! Thanks for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻!

[@thomasr.bartonjd7815]

how do i love thee ?-- - it has got some go to it !

[@rodneystewart8340]

if you can put bags on it then it aint a superbike thats a sport touring all day and whats the weight?

[@RayBowdenRides]

I believe it's like 440lbs, Thanks for watching and Commenting 🙏🏻.

[@cantwheelie_rob]

Hows the suspension? Adjustable?

[@RayBowdenRides]

The back is for preload, the front is not , but fonts are very good the way they are. I'm sure someone will make a kit, Hey thanks for Watching and Commenting 🙏🏻. Ride Safe and don't be a stranger!

[@laneti]

Great review Ray; How is the wind protection? Thinking about picking one of these up this spring as my commuter.

[@RayBowdenRides]

the wind is not a big deal with this Bike! it's a definite buy for sure! Go check one out- you won't be disappointed!

[@RayBowdenRides]

I don't know how I missed your Comment, The 400rr is a totally more of a Machine!! Thanks for Watching and Commenting my friend 🙏🏻

[@tommartin1223]

I really want an 8 S

[@RayBowdenRides]

Get you one, Thanks for Commenting 🙏🏻.

[@nickrider5220]

If we leave the ego to one side, this would be a great bike to own, or as a 2nd bike to the big bike that eggs you on a little too much ! Nice 👍🏻

[@RayBowdenRides]

True 👍, Thanks for the Commenting.