LEGENDARY SUZUKI GSX-R1000 K1 | REBORN

[@Messier87_M87]

I have an 01 Gsxr 750. My brother bought the bike brand new back then. He passed away unexpectedly back in 2007 at the age of 27. I will never part with that bike.

[@Hobby_Electric]

That is sad :( Do you ride it some times ?

[@chestersagraves7432]

What what about 2002 Suzuki bandit need pairing fairing

[@chestersagraves7432]

My brother got killed on his 2008

[@shaunpritchard9476]

It's always great to see the old wizard working his magic on bikes.

[@williambrown6080]

It's nice to see my old Gsxr1000K2 still in action. One fairing lower was a bit dodgy but it only had around 10k miles on it when i sold it to Regal Superbikes. If you want any further pics of it, gimme a shout👌

[@FortyFourTeeth]

so was James right about the touch down? 😅

[@williambrown6080]

@FortyFourTeeth i never dropped it under my ownership but i'm certain the right side fairing panel had been repainted, badly. I bought the bike over the internet as i had a L3 millionth edition, a k4, an L7 RR and a k5 so it was part of my collection. Bike ran sweet as a nut. I'm the guilty party with the coppaslip on the rear of the pads though as there were no anti-squeal shims. I know what James was saying but the pistons come in contact with the rear of the pads and metal to metal with even a tiny amount of lateral movement does squeal. Stunning bike though Chris and they are going up the way in value. With that mileage, it's at least a £4k bike, maybe more.

[@cbrf4r579]

​@@FortyFourTeethDid Chris get them glasses off Bubbles from trailer park boys 🥸

[@H-M-78]

This video forces me to buy one. Can't stand it anymore. I have a turboBusa but want something lighter the older I get

[@williambrown6080]

@GSXR1300T great choice, ols school physically big bike but sub 200kg's, big comfy rider and pillion seats, very easy to straight bar as well should you decide to👌

[@mcnbns]

Seeing the guys all together at JHS giving this classic machine some love gives me the same feeling I get watching videos of sea otters holding hands.

[@frankensteinsgarage9632]

Love a clean un-molested Gixer. James is a gem. Can tell he is so passionate and happy to share his knowledge. A good mechanic.

[@atommi1]

"Love a clean un-molested Gixer." This is underrated comment.

[@jkarra2334]

I have yet seen a single gixxer-boy tuned GSX-R which looks or feels any better than decently tuned up orininal... Gixxer-boys are just serial-r@pists in bike world...😁

[@AndrésYemurenko]

Dear God... at last someone with an authorized opinion settles the Copper Grease nonsense down .. Thanks for that Mr James Holland, and thanks to BVG for getting the attention to that. p.s. These 6 pot calipers, with those very long brake pads, have a tendency to develop a groove or some other word for it, where the pad rests (lower side of the caliper, next to the lower/smaller piston). The rear, single piston Tokicos come from Factory (at least in my zx6r J series) with a Metal Clip that should prevent this, but most people I've seen never cares to make sure that clip is installed.

[@vintagetrikesandquads4012]

I have an 01 GSXR with 8k miles--all original. Can't believe it's more than 20 years since I bought it. According to the magazine articles it's supposed to be 160 hp, but I can't remember if that's at the crank or rear wheel.

[@halidaymichael2899]

I had this exact bike, same colours inc black wheels. It was life changing for me. Owned it for a decade, (it’s the bike in my avatar). Best bike I ever owned. Did all the Yoshi mods (cams, full exhaust, Powercube), then went nuts and full internals. Ohlins, and big Brembos. Loved this bike.

[@mpkback]

"Changed bikes as we know it this did." Very pleased to hear that. The original R1 gets the litre sportsbike plaudits, but for me this is far more significant.

[@Albertalorian]

Like James said, these were EFI and could turn. The R1 was fast, but it was wide and heavy at the time. I remember these ruled local provincial superbike 2001-2004 until the ZX10R showed up.

[@terryeisler6337]

I love these models! I still have a 2001 GSXR 1000. Over 90,000 kms. Thrilling to ride and beautiful to look at. It has the titanium exhaust and power commander. I don't think I will ever part with it!

[@ryanncushway8384]

Rolling a 2001 gsxr 1000 right now. Ported, polished, cammed, full m4 headers and exhaust, quick accel sprocket setup, power commander, tuned and a 20 shot of nitrous. Got the steel braided lines to do and the brembos lined up. Bought an RSC clutch lever that is so amazing! Loooooovvveee this bike!!!

[@almcculloch8906]

Love this bike, remember DJ dominating the TT in 02 on these…….he claimed it was the only bike that passed his V&M Yam back in the day! Looking forward to this project 👍🏻

[@Captndarty]

Ah yes, when the proportions of a sport bike were absolutely perfect👍🏻

[@H-M-78]

Del Bollox been there with the copperslip?

[@MrSnackpackable]

Nice to see you guys getting some bigger sponsors in eBay. Hopefully this leads to more content cause i love this channel 😂

[@bosco_bosco]

My first bike was a 2001-GSXR-600 and i absolutely loved it. Fantastic bike. Absolutely bullet proof.

[@vivid4724]

Now this takes me back! I had one exactly the same, the exact colour way! What a treat to watch!!! And your right, they feel raw and very fast for their time! I can remember being able to clutch that thing up on one wheel even at triple figures! Very very jealous wish I’d kept mine. Enjoy guys 🤜🤛

[@diego61422]

Love that you guys fuck around with these older bikes that are actually possible to buy for a random guy

[@drewmorg.]

I could watch videos like these every day...

[@j0rss]

never been a massive Suzuki fan but my god this bike is beautiful

[@Yamaprilia]

I had simular running issues with my R1 that did my head in for ages. It was the injectors clogged by old fuel. I emptied the petrol tank and filled it with shell v power along with a bottle of moto power 1 injector cleaner and it went away completely! Worth a try.

[@nickrider5220]

I've gone all glassy eyed, bought one just like this in 2002 ....she's a beauty ❤

[@Bosstrad]

I am a massive fan of James , Chris , Fagan and Boothy. We love you all , sorry for the few I missed that work with James.

[@gnarshread]

What a beauty! An old GSXR that hasn't been ruined by some Chad is a rare thing indeed.

[@zainshaikh96792]

She's just beyond being beautiful ❤. One of my favorite model the K1 & K2 1000cc. I once owned a Suzuki GSXR-1000 K2 but sadly it got stolen 😢. Don't sell it mate, keep this legendary bike, ride it because you're gonna love it every single time you'll take her out for a ride ❤. Ride safe !! 25:55

[@vainparasite]

I used to have big sport bikes in the 80s and 90s . I had a GPZ 600 and 900 and then a slabby gsxr1100 but the bike that changed it for me was my 1999 kawasaki zx9rC2. It was a dream compared to the B model and miles more comfy than that years fireplace which to be fair was a better track bike. I still have my C2 and don't think I'll ever part with it 👍👍

[@jpslaym0936]

Can you imagine a well filmed documentary with the guys from 44 teeth covering the evolution of the Suzuki GSXR ? That would be something watching more than once

[@jonathanbeckwith5617]

When 1000's were lairy hairy and a little scary. Always liked the K1. I have a 2001 R1 I've owned for 18 years. Still a bangin bike, 135 bhp at the rear wheel which is pretty healthy for it's age. Look forward to the next video on the K1, keep up the good work guy's 👍

[@t16205]

The golden era!

[@martinmillar8447]

I reckon they’re where the money is gonna be at. Late90s or 2000s stuff, the next Elsies

[@jonathanbeckwith5617]

@@martinmillar8447 Spot on mate, that's why I've kept mine. Modern classic for sure.

[@mrflippant]

Late '90s and early '00s were the absolute pinnacle of sport bikes.

[@ruslangsxr1911]

began from Amazing SRAD750 '96, then K1 750, 1000. 1000K3-4 ,most beautiful gsxr 1000 ever.

[@NVIDIAGeekify]

I can guarantee if you have 'JHS' in the title or the thumbnail, views would go right up. Love JHS

[@ashleylee5445]

What a bike, what an era. Got one of these in 2001 couldn’t wheelie. 4 Sundays later clutched up balance point 2nd 3rd gear ton up monos… Flipped on the motorway, high sides on track broken leg and still got it in the garage. But what a bike it was. Great memories 😅 K6, ZX10, S1000RR etc later and still at it just not on the road 😎

[@vaughanboyce3702]

Finally a decent 44 teeth episode I'm interested in.....

[@Kurlach]

New drinking game: take a shot every time you hear ‘eBay’. You’ll be blind before you’re halfway through the video 😂

[@lukasgarage956]

I stopped watching halfway thru.

[@beerdedwanderer]

Waa, waa, waa I want to have well produced entertainment and not have to give anything for it!

[@b3l14l]

​@@lukasgarage956you are a bit of a sad count aren't you mate

[@guybeardsley1564]

These lads make amazing content. It takes time, skill, talent and a natural charisma, something Chris has in spades. Funnily enough he also needs to eat, keep out of the rain and be the best dad he can be Sponsors help. Don’t be negative. Life is too short

[@motorcyclesandguitars1892]

It states in the description that the video is in collaboration with eBay. Nothing wrong with some sponsoring, so we can all enjoy the free content. If you’re grumpy and like complaining, maybe some old Top Gear episodes with Jeremy Clarkson suit you better.

[@MJMAC]

Oh hello daddy. Love those k1/k2 gsxr 1ks. Those paint schemes were the best and are still better looking than anything now

[@Gorbyrev]

Enjoyed that, thanks Chris.

[@sharksurveying1135]

I got a 2001 k1 1000 and need the suspension set, the lumpy idle looking at and the power commander checking that it’s set up correctly, this video just proved that jhs is the place to take it.

[@mozer30]

I bought braided lines and a brembo rcs master cylinder for my K5….but the biggest improvement was seal replacement and service on the calipers. It’s surprising how often brakes are neglected, or only have a fluid change at most.

[@russcattell955i]

Good post, my then new ZX-6R had 6 pot Tokico's, 2 finger stoppies were easy. 8 years later, my bruv rode it and said "brakes are shite" £££ spent on calipers rebuild. All great again.

[@chrisa1965]

Gorgeous bike. Miss my K3, K4, K6 and K7. Had a few over the years. Hopefully land any one of those in the new year and keep it. 😊

[@abccba3903]

Great to see James again, haven’t seen him for ages!

[@mmazz30]

So wrapped you are doing episodes on this bike. Was worried we’d never see it if you were selling it off. I still own a K2 with 27k kms here in OZ. The easy giveaway of a high useage K1 onwards is worn coating of the nitrided forks….mine are still very good and that is mint Chris. True raw horsepower on these bikes, monster torque from zero revs to redline.

[@jhempsrt4]

I bought one of these brand new when i was 20. I am lucky to have survived tgat phase of my life lol

[@vincemarshall8550]

bought one of these babies brand new and had another second hand ,love that theres no bullshittery on these ,just power ,quit big and comfy as well

[@GG-mf3rz]

I owned a 99 R1 when this bike came out, I had ridden most big sport bikes at the time and nothing compared to the R1, until I rode this, I was blown away. Beautiful engine, it’s a shame it’s a Suzuki though.

[@CaptainCarbon]

What a gem of a bike. Fit a yoshi tri oval, throw a filter, sort the few bits, full service and leave it as is maybe? I had the 600cc of the same year, still miss that bike.

[@ianhoyle8459]

Beautiful looking bike that so deserves the love lads, awesome work and copper grease advice! I’ve got a K2, fuel filter in tank needed replacing symptoms irrational running, stripped and rebuilt callipers with new SS pistons, Brembo pads, Googridge braided lines and it was awesome once more. I didn’t need new discs but would prefer to have gold carriers! Rear mud guard had been butchered as had the subframe luggage hooks, luckily new and used parts were cheap at the time. Later I replaced the suspension with Maxton GP 10 rear shock and fork internals. ❤😊

[@andrewrose9707]

Gotta love a Gixxa. I had that shape in a 750 but have had a K5 1000 for 18 years now. Absolutely love it - awesome bike

[@pyramidmoto86]

She's a dreamer, nice Hugger as well ;)

[@thomasrelf6118]

Love these videos with James.

[@cycleholicsanonymous]

Nice find! Stock K2 always had a pretty lumpy idle.

[@jediknight1294]

God I love the K1, that whole era was great though I'd love an srad 750 more. God I'd be so torn between getting her done as a period track day machine or keeping stock.

[@GeorgiaGrowGuy]

James needs his own channel. Congrats on the ebay sponsorship.

[@mikeb3923]

I bought this exact colour, brand new 23 years ago… to this day, the memories… ahhhh - so good. The good old days when the Gixxer ruled to roost.

[@daveross7]

Beauty of a bike there Chris, and a bonus visit to JHS.

[@westers1514]

That is one mint bike. Always loved the K1/2 Gixer family.

[@ncsteeltoe]

Matt Mladin + Ben Spies + this bike = Legend

[@GRmotoExhausts]

Thrilled to see our GRmoto exhaust featured on this channel! The before-and-after sound comparison truly captures the transformative experience our exhaust offers. For all enthusiasts watching: this is the distinct GRmoto sound in action. Thank you for showcasing our dedication to quality and performance. Ride on! 🏍 #GRmotoSound

[@smitfs]

had 3 of these. my first one I did 70 00km in 2 years. check fuel pump strainer, flow, and pressure. TPS also gets sticky. otherwise bulletproof motors

[@APtS_Gh0stHunt3R]

Oh I have been waiting for awhile for a video like this... Thank you

[@sk2283]

She's a beauty ! you forget just how good some old bikes looked !

[@bosco_bosco]

Love that we have gone back yo basics.

[@Pentode3000]

Nice. If you want to keep it classic Yoshimura is the only legit way!

[@jondoe5532]

Chris, when i clean my calipers and pistons i always take the caliper off the the brake discs like you have done and then i use a small slither of smooth wood or pvc that is about 4mm thick to put in between the pads inside the caliper and pull the brake so that i can see which pistons move out of their housing and which ones are binding up and then i clean the pistons with a tooth brush and if i need to, i use wd40 sprayed onto some thin strips of fine grade wet and dry paper to polish the circumference of the pistons and keep pushing them back into the caliper and pulling the brake until they move freely and in unison. I also save my old pads to swap them with the newer good condition pads in order to protect the good pads when i do my maintenance in this way because it allows me to use a flat head screwdriver to prise the pads apart which will push the pistons back into their housing and i don't need to worry about the damage it will cause to the face of the old pads.

[@waskus]

Still one hell of a bike today. I always loved it... Had to settle for the 750 version.

[@GsxrJackson1000]

Picking up a k2 1000 on Saturday my first 1000 bike pretty nervous but excited to feel and hear the thump of one of these bikes under me

[@NinjaKoalaAUTW]

its a fun episode, thanks 44 bros

[@neilmcintyre6317]

I wish this video was available 13 years when I started maintaining my bikes, I’ve learnt so much, thanks!

[@gormanspacemarine]

Lol I used books.

[@glecrenn]

I have a K3 and K5 GSXR 1000. The older GSXRs are awesome! Raw power and fat flat torque delivery makes for a fun ride!

[@sirpatrickbikes]

Great to see this. The glory days of superbikes! Loved my K4 and K7.

[@rob1k8]

Great video I love my 1000K1 but at nearly 60 years old it’s getting a bit uncomfortable to ride tbh any more than 30 mins is a bit painful!

[@jasonmccallum9731]

Cool Vid gents You can’t beat a cameo from James to add some spice to retro brilliance. Hi from Australia

[@karlsumner5594]

Now this is the sort of content I want to watch 😊

[@seaanxt7316]

James is look rather slim! Good to see him back in the videos, lovely bloke.

[@tonykeast9966]

These are my fav kinda episodes outwith BBB. Then the news. Oh and endurance racing nuttiness. Shit, I can think of liads to list but JHS with a quality bike to sort is up there

[@chriswinslow]

I love the K2. I had the blue and white (The best colours) one of the best motorcycles I’ve ever ridden. If it wasn’t for the ULEZ, I’d buy another in mint condition and probably try and own it for the rest of my life!!!

[@Rust_valley_adventures]

The good old k1/k2 1000 that killed off the R1 back in the day 😂

[@Kawasakifreak1]

Lovely - takes me back 20 + years when bikes were simpler & more fun than now - can't help thinking the two things are linked ?

[@Asi_de_bello]

I just inherited one from my children’s father. He passed away and this was the love of his life.🖤❤️

[@MADTASS]

Used to Own an 02 Carbed R1 when i had a go on my Mates GSXR 1000 K1, Power on the Gixer Seemed Fierce compared to my R1. Own a Gixer 600 K5 now and it's Perfect for me, possibly the Best Bike i have ever owned, also increased my Idle slightly and now Purrs Beautifully, Cured that Lumpy Idle.

[@1986XRV8]

Love seeing the modern classics!

[@BiglumpADV]

I've got a K3 GSXR 1000, stunning bikes and the modern crap just doesn't feel anything like it. Glad to see another modern classic on the channel

[@breakshot7451]

â friend of mine had one of those beauties. 3 guys . 1 TL 1000, 1 GSXR 1000 and me with a VTR 1000 SP 1. we had quite exiting times together, unfortunaly i was the slowest ,)))

[@apexslider1]

Gorgeous bike. Can’t wait to more on this legend!

[@clivebrittain4928]

James is looking trim these days, got the guns out, looking well.

[@freespirit369]

Amazing bike! Please don't change anything! Everything is just perfect! I'm gonna buy that beauty one day.. that's my first love..

[@scottdoel5423]

I’ve got a k1 really love it it was lumpy as hell when I first bought it found out the spark plugs where loose on it . Absolute beast riding it it seems quicker then my old c1 zx10r I had

[@spoontastico]

Chris' 6-year-old excitement eyebrows when the ice cream truck came by might be the best part of this video.

[@future62]

You guys do great work but this channel needs more James 😂 "What you need to do.... leave it over the summer, Oi'll take my time with her"

[@JUSTSOPISSEDOFF]

These dudes have such a rad job.

[@festol1]

Here because of James and crew! All praise for J and JHS crew!

[@erik3131]

Great find.Owned a k4 and K6.Nothing quite like an old school gsxr.

[@chrisg4rr377]

Ahh the summer. Can't wait to see you again my friend

[@ragerider6283]

Great vid, very satisfying. A lovely example of a great bike too.

[@Slingshotgixxer]

That Gixxer is bloody mint!

[@tysoncott7402]

A good bolt-on can & a TRE is all those gsx-r’s need, i just bought an all original 01 with 13,000 miles on it, i have had several of these bikes and they have all been excellent

[@cecilwilson5442]

I've got a K6GSXR 1000 and all the bits i have modified it with, ohlins shock,, steering damper,, Ktec internals,,ri calipers,,loads more,,,knock it until you use it ,,my sv 1000 getting some bit now ☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️ from northern Ireland

[@A500-g6g]

Big up ya self cecil

[@laurencelagden]

Loved my K1, now loving my K6 (had it 13 years now)

[@eatsblades]

that first iteration of the GSXR1000 was a monster, a legend and a bloody good bike.... really really good bike

[@jcwhiskers3415]

Blooming love 44teeth, ordered a few parts from JHS last week. I've been up at the Gold Cup this weekeend, nice surprise to see this when I got home....guys...guys.

[@royevans4581]

Second gear at 70mph, dip the clutch to get 'er up and touch back down at over a ton. Get in. Loved my K2. Tried same on my K5 and it nearly bloody killed me lol.

[@BeanieBiker_AutisticRider]

have mine here in Jersey still in mint condition, fairings changed though as I got bored with the silver/grey ones, so now in a custom job of Rizla Red, currently for sale, had her for many years now, they are still great bikes, inside the tanks are renowned for rust though, had to have mine professionally relined after cleaning, and 3 new injectors and a new fuel pump

[@Seanybiker]

Ive the k2 since 2006 and I absolutely love it. Im gonna keep it until either it dies or I do . Bikes dont look mean anymore.