Is the Phoenix BACK FROM ASHES? Suzuki GSX-8S review

Suzuki GSX-8S review
Hi there everyone! Today I bring you a very cool review, of a very, very anticipated bike: the brand new Suzuki GSX-8S. The competition in the entry level, mid-size naked bikes category is very fierce, with the MT-07 on one side, the Z650 on the other, and more recently the brand new Honda Hornet 750. Suzuki are now part of the game, and we will see if this motorcycle has what it takes to be a real contender !
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0:00 Introduction
2:48 Static tour
10:43 Dynamic tour
21:54 Competition
28:20 Conclusion

[@bmiguelmf]

Keep English reviews. I had zero problems understanding you mate. Thank you for reviewing my next bike! Cheers

[@BEEBEE58679]

8S is my choice. Thanks, great review.

[@michael37570]

Very entertaining review. Love your enthusiasm and your level of knowledge. The only gripe (here we go) was that whilst blanking the speed, for obvious reasons, it meant I couldn't see the acceleration, especially when overtaking, which strangely you kept editing out. Love your empty roads and scenery. PS. you didn't mention the new KTM 790? Greetings from the UK. Vive la France!!

[@thomasgrhn9618]

The bikes that were on my interest list with approximately the same price entry point were: Triumph Trident 660, MT07, Hornet 750, z650, and the GSX-8S I ended up with the 8S one of the reasons was that at 6'1 I felt this was the bike that fitted me best size wise. Thanks for a fun and informative review! (I'm from Norway so your english is perfect for me ;) )

[@HifeMan]

Yeah I was surprised when I sat on the gsx8s and found it’s had an higher seat than the other bikes and I really like it. One of the reason I got it!

[@TheCaptnHammer]

Love my 8S! Great choice for those who want a more comfortable sporty bike that does very well in the city and highway. It’s fun in corners too,

[@florme6494]

I’m in the process of purchasing one. I always go through the negative list first and the only things I could find on this bike was hard suspension for a naked urban bike. Hard seat. Low pegs for spirited riding. Too quiet. Do you think that’s fair?

[@countfloyd2066]

Great job, and your English is excellent! Keep up the great work-- it is much appreciated!

[@jamieblacksmith6935]

Great video. I really like what Suzuki is doing. Your english is perfectly fine. I can understand you perfectly.

[@dermuschelschluerfer]

i rode the 8s and the mt 07 today and i will be buying the 8s. Has a smoother, refined feel in my oppinion and the stock quickshifter is a blast in the middle gears.

[@HifeMan]

The 8S transmission is just WAY smoother than my MT07 even when not using QS. It has a really positive feel too.

[@Trevster65]

I had test rides on both hornet and gsx8s, I’m 6ft and gsx8s fits perfect, Honda has more top end power but little to choose between when sticking to speed limits. Suspension and brakes are adequate but back brake worked better on gsx8s, wind on helmet is clean with little to no buffeting at 70mph on both gsx8 for me.

[@HifeMan]

Yeah good low and mid end power. You don’t even have to get on it to feel that torque and I love it!

[@sugarandt]

A well done, quite thorough review. Thanks from the U.S.

[@nickclarkuk]

The 8s is now top of my list. The build quality looks better than the Yamaha and Honda . Extra money is worth it .

[@a.christydjoko7773]

Sure , I have the same opinion about the quality of Suzuki's bike... they're all better than honda and yamaha

[@HifeMan]

Yeah I had an MT07 and regretted selling it but didn’t wanna but another MT07 so I got the gsx8s and it feels so much more premium and refined. Totally worth the price but here where I am the gsx8s is only $600 more than the MT. Totally worth it!

[@calculatorade]

Great review. I want to replace my MT07 with the Hornet when it reaches USA. I'm waiting on the 8S too before the final decision.

[@manosmanos4663]

I just test the hornet. I am going to buy the hornet. Don't wait the suzuki. Buy hornet yesterday. I own also the nt1100 dct.

[@Obi1Fdz]

Thanks for the review. You’re doing great with English, and can add few French words for some flare😁 👍

[@patmaher5500]

Another great video and balanced informative review, thanks for your efforts. As for dubbing or doing a English language version, either way I'd view and be appreciative, merci !

[@trevor2830]

The black looks nice 😎

[@DimirGarage]

Really nice video.

[@jakubpetricek5012]

Nice review! Your english is one of the best I´ve heard from French! Well done you! GSX 8S is such a great bike with great engine, suspension and specs. For me also much better looking than the new Hornet. You may also consider a Triumph Trident 660 and perhaps the new chinese made KTM 790 Duke as a competition for the Suzuki for more or less same price.

[@exothermal.sprocket]

I think the 75-85 horsepower market is rather new. There's not been much of anything occupying this space in recent decade that had good technology and capability. There's been stuff less powerful and stuff more powerful, but not exactly in this space.

[@toprider6325]

Ho provato sia la hornet che la gsx 8s ed ho scelto la... Gsx 8s che ritirerò ad inizio 2024. Moto eccellente da guidare e molto divertente.

[@stuarthammond1009]

Great review I like this bike Suzuki well done. Some say braided hoses don't work on a ABS system so a pointless needless expense.

[@nickclarkuk]

Thanks for a great review. Definitely better without the dubbing . Subscribed to see what comes next .

[@RobDaKid87]

Great review. Thanks from the US. 🇺🇸 🇫🇷

[@RodstersTVEN]

Many thanks Robert, I will keep them coming!

[@stevesanelli90]

Fantastic video & I love the French accent ⭐️The black is my choice ✅

[@stevesanelli90]

Merci!

[@reidspeed77]

Looking bonkers in black,, I don't care if you dub but I tell you this my merovingian brother,your all over it ,real knowledge apparent ☝☘,Superb

[@paulconnell1309]

Good review and comparison. I'm looking forward to riding this and the Hornet. Will also give the GSX S750 a spin. Low tech but a few more ponies. Also agile and stable to ride. Unfair but also looking a a second hand 2020 Street Triple... Any thoughts on the GSX S750 or Street Triple. I mostly commute and occasional twisties.

[@damon1957ful]

I now have one after testing back to back hornet etc brill bike and i prefere a black one which i got

[@ryanlangelan2135]

Any noticeable engine heat on your legs or body when sitting still?

[@ruysk]

I think CB650R and 790 Duke (a new 95hp A2 version now) could be added to this class. The Tuono 660 is in a class of its own and like all Aprilias very high quality bikes.

[@florme6494]

I wonder by having the air box under the seat if that takes some of the induction sound away. Apparently it’s the quietest of the competition and that matters I would think.

[@MRTPR]

The hornet does not have a quick shifter standard, so I believe. You can get one as an extra. The Suzuki, although more expensive does have a quick shifter standard. 😀.

[@drmitofit2673]

I am a 2011 GSX-R750 owner, so how about a 2025 GSX-S750 with the GSX-R750's 115HP engine slipper clutch adjustable-height foot pegs and lightweight aluminum frame, the 8R's Showa suspension, the 8S's TFT screen traction control and quick shifter, and the current GSX-S1000's front end pointy styling? There is no 2024 GSX-S750 this year and the rumor is that a revamp is in the works. All of these parts exist already, just need to cobble them together. Would make excellent use of the 750 L1 engine.

[@theaustralianconundrum]

You could be doing great reviews on Petrus wines! Bon Vivant.

[@damon1957ful]

A bit dull in black , its top quality in this colour , this looks top matching colour and undersated where the blue and white bikes look like super mario brothers would ride use

[@chrissmith2114]

Suzuki make some great engines - does this new parallel twin mean that Suzuki ditched the 90deg V twin for their mid-range bike ? I love the nice clear dashboard,

[@ShiteLines]

They’re ditching the V all together, check out the new 800vstrom, it uses this engine and as you know the trusty vtwin they’ve used in everything from the SV to the VStrom for 25? Years is now retired for this engine

[@HifeMan]

This engine has way more low and mid end grunt over my sv650. An great engine.

[@naturalforlife6741]

The problem with the GSX-8 is the there isn't a nickels worth of difference of fun between it and the Hornet. The Hornet is $l000.00 less.

[@dry509]

In the USA this Suzuki is about $1000 less than the Mt-09. Would you still buy this bike instead of the Mt-09?

[@kwicksandz]

your english is alot better than my french, its fine apart from your pronunciation of the word english. its not anglish its english!

[@paulconnell1309]

Love the accent. Keep English. Make the curs cleaner though. The fuzzy bit is not good.

[@burtdanams4426]

I would prefer french audio with english subtitles honestly. Would probably end up more accurate and true to what you mean anyway

[@m.3257]

Does anyone have experience with the A2 version of this bike?

[@Watson2108]

Just search for MotoSnax here on yt. He does all kinds of test like acceleration and top speed, mainly with restricted A2 bikes.

[@user-iq4ow8tn3j]

1991 Katana any around

[@gsm_liv8980]

A non-Honda bike that is better than a Honda at being a Honda?

[@helgejohan3604]

I take the faster, cheaper Hornet 750🔥🔥✊

[@ekentrikos]

What about ktm duke 790?

[@bhok1971]

Ugly as hell but good bike

[@bmiguelmf]

More expensive as well

[@lutzkuntze8434]

and very unreliable as well

[@charlesbrown9863]

The fuel tank is too small

[@frenchmirage6711]

La résurrection de Suzuki ? Un peu excessif non? Le réveil tout au plus. Si on regarde l'offre moto de chaque constructeur, c'est moitié moins qu'il y a 20 ans. Il n'y 'a plus que des roadsters ou des trails affreux. Suzuki n'est pas le seul a avoir baissé les bras, mais c'est vrai qu'il l'avait fait plus que d'autre. En tout cas, ton anglais est excellent, et la GSX en noir est "stunning" !

[@greensandbeansgaming1358]

OMG this bike looks perfect for Bud Light Drinkers!

[@alphacapo]

Your on an English platform. Speak English. This isn't youtube france. Or youtube germany. Some people don't even put english subtitles on their videos. When they speak a foreign language....makes the video a complete waste. Very few people speak any other language besides English and Spanish in the USA Anyone that speaks German or French speaks English as well. But most people speak English only. Same as in england and ireland