SUZUKI GSX S1000 GT TEST RIDE

[@arvincheech]

excited to get mine later.will update you once acquired.thanks for the vid.ride safe

[@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips]

Wow, bet you can't wait, very very nice bike indeed. Yes let me know, which dealer are you buying from? Have you got a good deal? Daz

[@arvincheech]

@@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips hehehe. i got mine already. i started to break it in..it's too mild compared to my zh2,which is like a rabid animal if you want it to be... when i took the GT home,it was serene and the quickshifter up and down was like butter,better than zh2's..ride safe!thank you for your vids..!

[@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips]

@@arvincheech I'd say after its run in you can start to let it off the reigns a bit you'll find its got loads of torque in the high range, i kept it down on the test ride but I've heard people say how quick it is higher up the rev range. Take your time anyway. Post your likes & dislikes here to give everyone a heads up 👍. Ride safe, Daz.

[@arvincheech]

@@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips will do keep you updated.thanks much for your time.ride safe always and have fun.

[@arvincheech]

i used it in the twisties and it was great...the roads were really winding,the tires felt great,the bike performs well and fast. it's a great bike.. but i missed the zh2,and will get another one later..tnx

[@DasChristoff]

Can’t comment on the GT but I have the 2023 gsx s1000 and I love it! Best road bike I’ve ever owned (had 2 hayabusas and a Ducati v2). Almost got a duke 1290 but I hated the ergonomics and all the tech gizmos. I have no complaints about the bike other than I can’t ride it as much as I would like. Seems like the GT is a good bike but for me the naked version is golden. Ppl who say these bikes have no power-the k5 motor makes its power mid and top. It’s a beast as soon as you hit 7k rpm’s. It’s no slouch and not a newbie bike as others have stated.

[@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips]

Good to hear u are enjoying the bike Eric. On the test ride off camera I could tell higher up the rev range it was happier but still plentiful like you say mid range. One of the best bikes I've ridden in the bends too. Yes the K5 is a proven engine so why change it when its so efficient. Thanks for sharing your thoughts Eric, ride safe. Daz.

[@richardcerritelli9657]

I have a GSXR Hayabusa 2005 was thinking about getting this big is it more comfortable and what about the power off the line will it still satisfy me coming from a Hayabusa.

[@jonpeters5194]

I have a couple thousand on mine - the bad, touring wind screen buffets - the panels resonate while accelerating hard - no remote rear preload etc.. the good - handles well / fun to ride gets the job done for less $$ - I tend to end up with Suzuki's because they are so competent eliable for the price point

[@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips]

Arh thanks for that Jon. Not good if the touring windscreen buffets too! Yeah I didnt give it some welly but I've seen how quick it goes on other vids. Strange there is no convenient rear manual preload? I guess every bike has its negatives, I think the lack of an IMU & more electrical bits keeps the price down & it handles as you say really well. Can I ask, do you think its suited to long distance touring? Daz

[@jonpeters5194]

@@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips Yes for me it's suited for long trips but I'm coming off GSXR's. I road it 800 miles in 1 day all highway no problems( 55 yrs old). The nice thing is that you have a fun bike to ride around on when you get "there". The bags work well and provide a good platform to strap more on top. The touring screen would work for short torso' d riders likely

[@blandrooker6541]

I bought the touring screen (7cm taller) from Suzuki USA and found that it does well for me at 6'2" tall. However, I did add a Puig visor on top of that, and finally tuned it to deflect air over my helmet and still allow airflow through the helmet vents, which will be important in a few months, it's still winter here in Colorado. At highway speeds (85 to 95 MPH) and well above, the windscreen does well and I have no buffeting. As for the panels, I'm assuming you mean body panels, I couldn't tell if they're humming as I'm going too fast to hear anything besides the motor and the wind 😋 What a sound the motor makes when cranked up!

[@jonpeters5194]

@@blandrooker6541 yes body panels, they buzz a bit - That's a good idea on the touring screen. My real objection is it deflects air to the top half of my helmet and it is loud. I'd rather have the blast in the chest and less wind noise in my ear. I'll try they visor idea, I just need a couple more inches to clear my helmet.

[@888jackflash]

Wind- buffeting: My FJR1300 was TERRIBLE for that, roaring-loud...until I stuck some of those triangular plastic "vector" vanes under the outer edges of the screen, on the black fairing. Reduced the roar by 50%!

[@stuyrides5144]

I've bought one in the new cherry red for 2024. I came from the Kawasaki Ninja 1000sx. The Suzuki is more of what I would call a riders bike, less intrusive add-ons and it's just such a good ride.

[@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips]

Thanks for your insight Stu, enjoy the new bike, like you say such a good ride, its at the higher end of the rev range where it comes into its own as I'm sure you'll find out! Daz

[@blandrooker6541]

One correction for the video, the rear brake caliper is a Nisin, not a Brembo.

[@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips]

Thanks for the heads up on that correction Bland 👍. I wonder why they mixed them?

[@leroy420b]

also the the fuel tank is 5 gallon capacity not 4

[@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips]

@@leroy420b Not sure why I got that wrong? Have a great summer riding, Thanks leroy 👍

[@bobridestwowheels]

This is on my short list of bikes I’m considering for 2024.

[@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips]

I'd get one if I was loaded 🤣 but yes a worthy contende. Let me know if you do get it or what the alternative was 👍

[@anderscarlsson9617]

To the bad things I would put not having a ajustable windscreen and not having an external preload adjuster. On my own bike I use those items quite often, and I would miss them if they where not available. But a good looking bike that have a lot going for it, If you don´t need the things on the "bad list" and wants a sportstourer, go ride it. You don´t hear a lot of bad things from users or reviewers,

[@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips]

Yeah for the touring element & that wind I was getting riding the bike an adjustable screen should be standard. Yes definitely external preload adjuster good point. I didn't dwell on the fact just how quick it was! It was still running in so didn't want to push it to much out of respect for the dealer but it was very fast especially with the quick shifter. Given the choice, for long distance touring I'd stick to my GS though. Thanks for your insight Anders, safe riding, Daz.

[@patriciafoster-lutz7448]

Nice bike good value 4 money

[@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips]

The shop I took the bike on a test ride from Castledines, has sold 18 already! Said interest in the bike is picking up.

[@RRRRefuelRideRace]

Had a Suzuki and this is so true. :) I completely agree.

[@Banditmanuk]

Thought this bike would be a more sensible touring machine to replace my MT10. Sat on it at the NEC show and that seat just isn't for me. Narrows too much like so many bikes to allow shorter riders to flat foot. At least Suzuki offer a reasonably decent price point, so many sport touring adventure bikes heading towards 20K!

[@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips]

Yeah I'd tend to agree with the seating element, although it was comfortable for the few hours I rode it, but beyond that I couldn't comment. Does anybody reading have any long distance tales to share on this question? It was nice to flat foot for a change instilling confidence riding the bike. I do feel despite being named a 'Grand Tourer' with the emphasis of being sporting too, it is potentially more a sports bike. I think to lean more to a Grand Tourer it should have a heated seat option too, a top box & a standard adjustable front screen to mention a few. Yes the price point seems reasonable for what you are getting although as ever the additional extra's bump it up. Thanks for your comment Banditmanuk, ride safe now. Daz.

[@Banditmanuk]

@Dazmatron Motorcycle Trips Finding the right bike is difficult. Always a compromise between seat comfort, peg height/knee comfort and not being on tiptoe risking dropping the bike on slow maneuver. Its why I still ride my MT10 on tour after 7 years. Thirsty, range compromised but sporty and comfortable.

[@redhytech]

I have a 2022 GSX-S750(nice bike), and a 2023 GSX-S1000 GT Plus(Great bike). I find myself on the GT more than the 750. there is NOTHING wrong with the 750 but the power difference of the GT is awesome. everything the 750 should have is on the GT. the GT is NOT without some flaws, but it is a great bike. the 750 is also a good bike but it needs a lot of improvements.

[@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips]

Wow nice to take your pick when deciding which bike to go out on 👌. I guess every bike has some floors but modern bikes like the S1000 seem to get more refined & developed to make awesome reliable exciting bikes to ride. Thanks for your feedback 👍. Daz.

[@888jackflash]

It's actually a BANDIT.They just don't want to give it an older name.

[@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips]

Great bike to ride 👍

[@kostaspapazoglou478]

My friend what is your height? Thank you for the review.

[@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips]

Hi Kosta, I'm 5'9'' or 1.75m. Inside seem of 29 inches or 0.73m Hope this helps. Daz

[@troopz4683]

Nice bike but preferred the muscle bike that you had earlier

[@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips]

Lol, I know where you are coming from Troopz 👍 And the sound as well!! Lovely Scorpion exhausts on the 1400 😁

[@allyb3477]

Very nice looking bike, makes me think it would make a very good courier bike if that type of job still exists.

[@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips]

You definitely finish early if you used it for courier work 🤣

[@allyb3477]

@@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 🏍🏍🏍 LOL

[@RRRRefuelRideRace]

Very nice video. I sat on it and it felt a bit small, otherwise a well made one. The only downside at least for me is that it comes without the center stand. Got my like. Drop by, when you have time. You may find it interesting.

[@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips]

Thanks for your comment RRR, yes I very easily flatfooted both sides with that low seat, I'm 5'9''. I thought the build quality was good too 👍

[@k1mura92]

You must be bloody huge. I'm 6'3.5 (192cm) and weight 315lb (140kg), and it fits me really nicely.

[@RRRRefuelRideRace]

@@k1mura92 6ft 1. The feeling was like that. 😉👍

[@redhytech]

you never mention the important parts. the bike rides nice on the OPEN road, but get it in town and it gets HOT. temp ranges 118F to 224F while riding in traffic or even out in the country if you are going slow. at normal speeds around 50+ the bike runs about 175F.

[@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips]

Totally agree once you get it out on the twisties & an open road if comes into its own, great power, torque & handling. I'd like to have had it longer to get more use to it & push a bit more, probably just as well I didn't 😖. Interesting points about the overheating, seems happier with airflow around the engine. Thanks bud, ride safe. Daz.

[@nickbenfell4327]

Saw not seen.

[@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips]

I stand corrected! 👍