The MAM Journals-Suzuki GSX-S1000F

A review of my GSX-S1000F. What I like about the bike, what I don't, and my plans for the future...
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[@Gripitandripit450R]

It's a perfect bike, riding isn't about technology, it's about the feeling it gives you but I get it. Great video. 👍

[@michaelmam]

I know what you mean . Bikes are about what they feel like to ride and what the overall experience is . I do like the F - typical Suzuki , “edgy”1000 with a great engine but I really like the new GT . Another step again 👍

[@henrymccarty7105]

I’ve got 34,000 miles on my 2020 GSXS 1000 F. Still runs like the day I bought it. Excellent motor. Gonna get the GT next year. I love this chasis and motor.

[@michaelmam]

That is good going ! I moved on to the GT . Very pleased with it 👍

[@stephenwould1389]

Watched a few of your videos, very interesting, informative & enjoyable to listen to. Long may they continue.

[@michaelmam]

Thank you Stephen . I am having fun making them so have quite a few more planned 👍

[@duncanelliott5120]

Great articulate and informed review....as always!

[@michaelmam]

Glad you liked it!

[@leonardmcdermott7703]

Nice review M keep them coming.

[@julianroberts9757]

Another great journal by Michael. Had the privilege to ride this bike of his for a couple of weeks during the summer. Enjoyed riding it but the clutch was fierce like nothing I've ridden before. Looking forward to test riding the new GT version.😊

[@michaelmam]

Thanks Taff . You do get used to the clutch but another friend backed it right out when he had it because it was much stronger than he liked .

[@trentbruno2128]

thanks for the review

[@michaelmam]

Very Welcome . I do love that engine 👍

[@mariomessina4317]

I bought one of those Bikes I'm an older gentleman And I'm quite happy with it Mine is a 2018 model

[@michaelmam]

Very good bike Mario . Glad you are pleased with it 👍

[@TheChrysler56]

Well that helped pass the time whilst in Morrisons car park Michael. I like Suzuki too. I loved my GSX1400 with all its little grumbles. As you say, Suzuki I think are a tad lacklustre these days but do sell value for money honest bikes. Thanks for your short review, always interesting to watch and hear what you’re thoughts are on the collection in the garage. Cheers and here’s wishing you and yours a happy Christmas. 🎄☃️

[@michaelmam]

😂 . 11 minutes of your life you will never get back but thank you for watching and commenting . I came close to getting a GSX1400 but decided that I really liked the ZRX 1200 and went that route . Similar concepts . Big , upright , muscle bikes 👍

[@TheChrysler56]

@@michaelmam 😂 Not at all Michael. I thoroughly enjoyed and appreciate your videos. I bought my 1400 on looks alone and had no regrets, the only regret was trading her in for my brand new 09 plate Honda CB1000r in HRC colours, those bikes are like chalk and cheese and I enjoyed owning and especially riding both bikes. Obviously I’m absolutely loving my RS with a passion I’ve never had before with any of my other bikes. Thanks again for taking the time to post your videos. 👏👏👏

[@TheChrysler56]

@@michaelmam Forget to mention I’ve been getting a taste for both the RE twins too and looking forward to watching your video on your big bore RE interceptor next year.

[@jonathanwelke]

I think thats one goegeous bike in black. Im looking at a used blue one. I hope im able to buy it.

[@aticusaticus9138]

dry weight could be in case you wanted to ship it and usually you pay transit by weight. another reason is it being a fire hazard during transit if it has all its fluids on board.

[@michaelmam]

That makes sense . 👍

[@IMG-Photography]

Good review and bang on with the plus and minuses. I have the black red, 17 reg version and it's either the most beautiful bike to ride or the worst b***h ever. Fast flowing roads, mid range-high revs / speeds, simply superb. Mini roundabouts doing a right is like riding a 50p coin. just waiting for the throttle to snatch you up on the roof of the van in front if you hit a minor bump. Biggest issue I've had was a massive tank slapper and later followed by a couple of manageable head shakes, all under the same conditions. High acceleration to overtake onto bumpy road, back sagged down and front went light + pilot error. Since then I have adjusted the suspension front and rear (stiffer) and this seems to have evened the bike out. Still needs a pro to set it up and at £40 I'll do this soon. (BTW the rear does have rebound, it just takes a lot of detective work to find it). It's a bike you need to adapt your riding to and once I've done this I'll go and buy something a bit more mundane that suits my age properly !!! (not)

[@michaelmam]

Brilliant, real world , comment . Thank you . 👍 New GT arrives next week . I am putting Nitrons on first …

[@davidlewin9585]

Hi Michael, Interesting your video but hear are my experiences with one. Changed rear shock to a "Wilbers" from Germany about 460 euros. Changed the front suspension internals to "Andreani" from Italy,specialist suspension factory! Fitted in Athens by Wolf Racing for 680 euros. Both these manufacturers make the suspension to YOUR riding weight ie with kit on!!! AND with superior damping you have the bike set! That's why Suzuki can sell bikes at that price,simple as that. Also the original horn is crap not hearable at speed with helmet on/maybe ear plugs in. Change to PIAA double horn but as they are plastic keep away from engine!!! Happy riding!!!

[@michaelmam]

Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment . Sounds like you have yours well sorted now . Have fun 👍

[@mmmzzz09]

Stock suspension is really not up to the task. I've replaced rear shock with Nitron R1 and the difference is beyond belief. Front is not bad, but K-tech valves and springs made it perfect. Also, wheelbase is ridiculously long, so combined with 50 profile rear tire makes bike slow to turn and understeery. 55 profile rear and +3 rear sprocket (if you prefer stock gearing you can remove pair of chain links) will make it the most intuitive handling street bike. As for the fuel mapping... yeah, it's bad. Really, really bad. Just disconnect O2 sensor and take it for a spin, see what difference it makes only with base map (it will not try to lean it further since O2 is disconected) and it still needs more fuel than that. Beside, it's throttle restricted above 10500rpm, and has ignition restriction in lower gears, so it REALLY benefits from ECU flash.

[@michaelmam]

Thanks for watching and commenting 👍 Funnily enough I put Nitron on my Z900RS which I felt the same about .Good kit ..

[@anonymous-tn6ij]

Do you wanna know wet and dry weight because some bikes have large fuel tanks and some bikes have smaller fuel tanks gas is around 8 pounds per gallon so if you had a 6 gallon tank, it would be almost 50 pounds if you’re telling somebody about your bike that is460 pounds or over 500 pounds either either sounds heavy or not bad but if it had a 2 gallon tank, then it would only be 16 pounds more

[@crumblymal8479]

I do really like this one Michael and in fact a friend of mine has just got the naked version which I have not seen in the flesh yet ,but I think the same that the new GT is going to be the one to look out for although these days I never do any two up riding . : )

[@michaelmam]

Thank you ! I think the GT might be a little smoother and refined to ride and I am looking forward to riding it . They haven’t put all their technology ( gen3 hayabusa) on it but well worth a go 👍

[@ronr6605]

Agree, it just got a dickey seat, nothin to tour on... if u like ur better half. 😀 It is still quirky and kinda special even if it didn't sell well over here nor that it gonna b a classic as mayb the katana or the Hayabusa gonna b.

[@Sal834]

Bought mine in 2018. Throttle a bit snatchy and looked to have TPS sensor changed or a refresh. Told if a reflash I would lose ABS. Who knows if true so I did not mess with it. Bike goes like stink though! The phrase in the video, "upright sport bike" fits perfectly. 163hp at crank, 150hp at rear wheel and torque down low. Thanks for the video!

[@michaelmam]

I have the GT now . Great bike and the QS is fantastic .. 👍

[@Sal834]

Also, important. Your comment on rear suspension coming up on hard braking is true. This bike is not for the novice rider if you push it. GT looks great but I would want to lose the bags for in town riding. Just bought Janus 450 so I need some time for forgiveness from the wife until I upgrade the Suzuki. Thanks for doing the videos!

[@michaelmam]

@@Sal834 I agree . With 148 bhp and standard suspension , you need to keep your wits about you ..it gets lively pretty quickly ..

[@TrulyUniqueOne]

😂😂😂 Lose the abs with a reflash oh my god

[@aticusaticus9138]

your review was interesting and informative. however , i don`t think you did it justice. obviously you reveiwed it without riding it for sufficient miles to have a more informed opinion. i own the same bike and one gets used to the throttle. i don`t think you mentioned the abs, the anti stall feature. the levels of rear wheel slip settings. it has a great dash board, lots of relevant info. good weather protection. all in all it is a very well put together bit of kit.

[@michaelmam]

I certainly tend to appreciate bikes the longer I have them and didn’t keep it long - I bought the GT , which I really like . I didn’t really take to the F . Loved the engine but thought the ride was harsh . Glad you are happy with yours . That is all that really matters . 👍

[@mathewjones8444]

👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@anthonylawrence295]

I have one great bike ..cracking engine

[@emmanuelgeorge4112]

Great bike, I'm picking mine up next Friday!! What's like the average mpg on this just chilling 65-75mph as i do alot of motorway commute and what's the tank range like?

[@michaelmam]

Have fun ! Sadly I am not sure I know what is like to ride sensibly 😂 Hopefully someone on here might be able to answer your question …

[@professorvoluck9311]

Have you ridden the Katana? That’s also kind of a sport/tourer and a neat bike.

[@michaelmam]

Yes . I agree . A neat bike ! Great engine but I personally didn’t get on with the riding position . Felt like I was over the front and looking back/down to read the clocks? Have you got one ? Do you like it ?

[@Mo2bikes]

I’m thinking of buying one as an all rounder. Stuck between this and the Z1000SX. Only been riding two years but had five big bikes already including a Firestorm 1000 and an XSR 900. Looking for a does all but fun biased bike. Any other suggestions? KTM Super Duke GT? (used, 2021). Thanks for the video.

[@michaelmam]

Firstly , thank you for watching and taking the time to comment . I have ridden the SX . Nice bike and quite refined for a 140 hp 4 cylinder . Not quite as lively as the Suzuki though . Haven’t ridden the big KTM but it definitely has its fans . As a friend commented ‘ one of the best bikes I have had … when it isn’t in the garage’ . Not sure if that is fair or not but was his experience . Have fun 👍

[@Wolfgamer-dn3xk]

Researching sports tourers ,is what brought me here. Great information ..I'm a little disappointed, as this is a beautiful looking bike. But the kawasaki z1000sx is most likely the one for me now.

[@michaelmam]

Thanks for watching . The SX is a good bike . A tourer that is sporty . I have gone for the new Suzuki GT - a sports bike that can tour .. 👍

[@Errol.C-nz]

Curb weight .. is exactly as it says.. the weight of the machine as if you stopped out of fuel at the curb.. all else ready to run !

[@michaelmam]

Thanks Errol . That is entirely logical !! What has confused me is that some manufacturers are claiming that their curb weight includes some fuel.. In fairness I don't suppose it makes much difference . Many riders, including me are carrying a few extra pounds😂 Thanks for your comment.

[@craigsayers61]

Hi Michael, which tail tidy have you got please?

[@michaelmam]

Hi Craig , it is an R&G ? Cost me about £90 from memory 👍

[@arjunpathipati2566]

I think you are wrong about the suspension. It has been nothing but great! The springs are great and you can tune it the way you want!

[@michaelmam]

Great to hear you are pleased with yours . I have bought a GT now and fitted Nitron suspension front and rear . For me , it is a big step forward . 👍

[@Larrs]

Does the bike have a lot of knee bend?

[@michaelmam]

It felt similar to the GT version which I would describe as “medium” rather than sports bike tuck ? Of the straight 4 sports tourers I have tried I think the BMW XR was the most spacious . The Kawasakis might have a little bit more room than the Suzukis but not much . I guess it all depends on how long your legs are and how much bend you find comfortable .. 👍

[@Jandejongjong]

oh man. give it a spin.. it didnt move,.,

[@michaelmam]

Filmed during covid lock down ..,

[@andyblackburn2068]

J.A.B. Lol

[@michaelmam]

😂 made me laugh when my friend said it but I knew exactly what he meant . Not every bike can be iconic . There are a lot of J.A.B.s that are very competent and reliable. Quite a few of the bikes I have owned over the years would qualify .

[@Dynobrat]

Your ass starts to hurt after an hour. Shame. Seat upgrade is almost required for long trips.

[@michaelmam]

I really liked the engine and performance of the bike but like you , found the seat pretty uncomfortable . The pretty basic rear shock doesn't help either . Both can be fixed with aftermarket upgrades. Thanks for commenting. 👍

[@Dynobrat]

@@michaelmam Thank you as well, I enjoyed watching. Beautiful in black and seemingly in all colors. I also think it's a good first bike for a mentally mature rider. A lot would disagree, but precise throttle control is up to the rider. Corbin seats are what I need to look into because I am keeping mine for a while yet. It just requires more stops.

[@Dynobrat]

So basically a seat and rear shock upgrade would improve it dramatically. I will always like the look of the F. I do have to move on though.@@michaelmam

[@michaelmam]

@@DynobratIt is certainly a purposeful looking bike . It looks like it goes , and it does .. 👍

[@captainbimble]

Nice bike to ride. But how on earth do you lift the tank to change the air filter without dismantling the bike? Cant make much sense out of the owners manual!

[@michaelmam]

My bike was still under warranty so the dealer did all the work on it . Seen a few being worked on and it looked like a fairing off job . Sorry I can’t be more helpful . Others might know better 🤞