The Suzuki Hayabusa | A refined ANIMAL!

The Suzuki Hayabusa | A refined ANIMAL!
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Jacket - Merlin Chigwell Utility Olive
Trousers - Rokker Vintage Jeans
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My measuerments:
5'8" with 29" inch inseam.

[@muckle8]

The best motorcycle engine ever made - period

[@johnnygorena5318]

Absolutely

[@Ritalie]

It's true. And on a 2nd Gen, the fueling is so accurate, the throttle response is glassy silk, never a pop or snatchiness. I can't believe how good the fueling is for such a big motor. I think they pour a lot of R&D into the Hayabusa, which is reflected in the purchase price, it's more expensive than most of the other bikes. The 3rd Gen seems to be a better street bike than the 2nd Gen, and the 2nd Gen was already really refined.

[@SquireSCA]

These hyperbikes are surprisingly capable. You can commute and tour on them, hit the drag strip, or tear up a mountain road or a tradk day. I have the new ZX14R and do track days on it and it does just fine. Its more comfortable for all day riding than my 2022 Speed Twin.

[@Englishbikerdan]

Love the ZX-14!

[@allenglishknives6823]

Makes you feel like a God, the perfect statement about this bike. It’s the way it makes you feel when you ride it. You just feel like the king of the road 😁👍🏻

[@Englishbikerdan]

And I need all the help I can get! 🤣Thanks!

[@hair2050]

How godly would one feel after having dropped it? Not very I suspect 😅

[@forestmotoadventures]

@@hair2050rule #1 no dropping this whale

[@twinkleshy]

[DeepL translate] I think SUZUKI has struck a balance between marketability and environmental friendliness with the 3rd generation Hayabusa, with its mid-range power and relatively light handling. Not everyone has access to crazy speeds of over 200HP or 300kph. She is more suited to everyday cruising between 0-200kph. The large and elegant body looks like a work of art even when it's just sitting there. Let's hope that SUZUKI doesn't decide to stop producing her easily in the next few years.☺

[@CaptainThirdGen]

nice video. Over the years, the Hayabusa has really grown on me. If i were to get a sport bike, this would be it. Its bigger and more comfortable than most sport bikes. And I love the gauge cluster on the Gen 3 Hayabusas too.

[@Ritalie]

1:30. You can hear how big the engine is, even with the stock mufflers, there's a deep sound that isn't there with smaller bikes with a single muffler. When I first started a 2nd Gen, with all stock mufflers, it was terrifying, you can hear a deep booming resonance at idle, because the mufflers are quiet, but they are very high flow, and you can hear the exhaust pulsing through at idle, with a deep booming sound. You know immediately that the engine is huge, and scary and it sounds amazing. I absolutely love listening to the booming idle. The 3rd Gen appears to have that exact same throaty, scary idle, cloaked beneath the nice quiet mufflers. It's also not a flat plane crank, so the motor sounds like a proper screaming race engine at all RPM's, much more enjoyable and rich sounding than any flat plane crank R1 at speed.

[@korazon3spinado]

Seems like this bike has superbike power without having to rev it like a superbike.

[@LowestDifficulty]

The busa has really grown on me I think that bike looks stunning

[@Gman-109]

I had a gen2 Hayabusa. Handle bar lift/spacers made such a huge difference for me in terms of comfort, wrist ache, all the things mentioned in this video. I also had an aftermarket seat which made the seating position about 3/4 inch lower. Larger windscreen and it was a fantastic highway touring bike, I rode it from Calgary to Vancouver through the mountains 1/2 dozen times, and it was excellent.

[@Englishbikerdan]

Sounds like the mods I would do if I had one. That's a big trip!

[@xCr0nus]

What seat did you use?

[@montha123]

I bought one exactly like this in July 2021 , been loving it since & gets better with every ride with over 10,000 kms on it now , I think its very comfortable , it’s a pity u didn’t get above 4’th gear on it , this bike could pull away from a roundabout in 6’th gear there is that much pull from the 1340 cc engine, cheers from Ireland

[@Englishbikerdan]

Oh I did plenty of naughty riding. I just can't show it. 😉

[@davidreed6817]

@@Englishbikerdan Didn't the Gen3 only come out last year 2022 ??

[@forestmotoadventures]

How much more difficult is this to back up a driveway than my 2021 Honda Africa, twin adventure sport DCT? I heard that it’s difficult because this bike has no grab handles.

[@rustworks2588]

That intro! 😍😍😍 I wish I was there for that cup of tea! Amazing review Dan! 🤩

[@BellHueyUH1H]

An awesome review, as usual! Hugely enjoyed watching this through, thank you Dan.

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

I had a B-KIng for 7 1/2 years in Portugal. Fantastic bike. Surprisingly good for touring. Went round Spain several times. Such a tractable engine. It would pull top gear with a closed throttle at 1,000 rpm/20 mph. I tested it through a Spanish village once. Overall, though, it was too fast for me. Sold it to a Lagoa bus driver.

[@crustynuggets1]

That thing looks like an absolute weapon. I had a Blackbird for about 7 years and I regret getting rid of it.

[@davepyne62]

My hayabusa is 2007 and i absolutely love the thing. It's completely planted on motorways, handles better than it has any right to and the engine is just like a giant turbine. Its such fun to ride and doesn't need any electronics. I ride mine in full power mode all the time as the the other modes get on my nerves. I d like Abs but it stops really well even in the rain. I filter on it through London and that's even with the standard exhausts on it and I prefer the styling of (mine) the gen 2 to the gen 3. Although I love the depth of the paintwork and what they have done with the clocks on the new one i don't like the new back end. Great in depth review thanks really enjoyed it.

[@kimw200blaze4]

This bike is an "Icon" of the motorcycle industry. It is probably the most well known motorcycle amongst people who do not motorcycle. Yes it is big. However, I don't think there is an better bike for long distance sports-touring. Another thing I have discovered is that people either love the looks or hate the looks. I love it's looks.

[@jonathanwright9269]

Great review...what a machine...the legendary icon continues.

[@MGman100]

A great review. Love that colour scheme and the instruments look fantastic. Far too heavy for me with my dodgy shoulder as I struggle moving my Tracer 9GT around sometimes.

[@thinkingimpaired5663]

I definitely like the analog instruments. For me, it's easier to just glance down and see speed and rpm. I was curious what height are you, this question relates in regards to how the bike fits you while riding.

[@FireBladeRR-RSP]

Just scooped one on Friday, anniversary edition .. can’t wait to ride in the spring..

[@youaretheproles]

Great review, Dan. Really slick editing. Ride safe!

[@Englishbikerdan]

Thanks for watching Otis.

[@nickrider5220]

Nice review Dan - I have a real soft spot for the Hayabusa and ridden quite a few of them. The gen 3 is more relevant than ever, a sporty feeling bike, lovely ride quality (best so far) and a sumptuous torque delivery, fast or slowish, it's a lovely ride - 1000cc sportsbikes feel unrewarding unless you at least work them a bit and then spend the rest of the day hoping the police didn't see anything !

[@midnightx1719]

Dan you forgot to mention the ZZR1100 which was the fastest production bike and the reason why Honda made the Blackbird 😀

[@Nat.ImagesLarge.F.Photographer]

Magnificent,unique,masterpiece motorcycle,there is nothing the same in the world, awesome sound of the best engine ,love it!!!!!!

[@marklindley4284]

The Peregrine falcon is also the fastest bird in the world diving at 200mph making it the fastest animal in the world, so Hayabusa is a very apt name for the fastest production bike in the world.

[@Englishbikerdan]

Good facts! Funny how the bird is actually faster than the bike!

[@stephenpenniket9976]

@@Englishbikerdan well if we choose to accept the unofficial 203 mph claimed by someone who was said to be a bike mag tester on wikipedia then it does keep up. But the Peregrine 'coon kills bbirds. I have a gen 1 1999 version that is unrestricted and has the needle steam gauges. that speedo looks so cool going to 340 kph. The look grows on you, it looks weird to begin with and looks like it is coming at you when facing rearwards with the bird beak and head shape all over the bike and the more you look at it the more versions you see. It is work of art. I am so glad to have got to get the opportunity to buy an original one. Here is NZ we have bikes but certain models are not bought into the country in large numbers. Even crashed the engines are very sought after for race engines for TQ midget car racing or to pop into a suzuki swift car for a super hoonable big go kart.

[@branthurley2285]

Owned & loved a 2014 'busa with bar risers for 5yrs. Glad the soft brakes are sorted. Otherwise it was creamy smooth, rapid, comfortable & reliable. I'm too old for a Gen 3🙁

[@BibtheBoulder]

At what age do I become too old for a gen 3?

[@branthurley2285]

@@BibtheBoulder I guess it varies with individual physical condition & ability to make fine judgements at 3 miles a minute. At 62, I'd reached those limits😉.

[@Jandejongjong]

I put a Superbike stear on my gen1 and use it as a daily driver! Sitting up straight and it’s a pure tour machine. Like you said, I feel like a god!

[@stevecavill4005]

I remember when the Gen 1 came out with those ‘acquired’ looks. This is what the first Hayabusa should have looked like. It’s a lovely looking thing.

[@BibtheBoulder]

I much prefer the curves of the original model.

[@random_reveal9812]

Just subscribed this cause I liked this! Thank for this amazing content 😊

[@Englishbikerdan]

Thank you for subscribing, I appreciate it. Lots more coming soon! :)

[@JW-gb6hq]

Subscribed. excellent reviews.

[@Englishbikerdan]

Thanks, I really appreciate it!

[@edu_sg]

Buen vídeo 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 muy rápida, buenas sensaciones. 🤠

[@Dan_B_Rides]

Very nice review Dan. Gotta love a Busa. I am not it’s biggest fan but you have to love the pedigree of the bike and where it’s come from. Lovely way which the power builds and it’s not too scary. 👍🏻

[@jcwhiskers3415]

I really like your presenting style and voice, I've even watched reviews of bikes that don't really appeal to me. The only thing that makes me nervous (most utube bike reviewers) is the "talking with the hands". Cheers 🍻

[@LINKchris87]

Have been test riding my recently bought gen 1 the last few weeks and it rides great. The power is brutal, it is stable as a rock and when corners come she leans with surprising ease. Loving it.

[@BibtheBoulder]

I love the gen 1. Currently considering another Hayabusa and can't make my mind up which gen to go for. Used prices are still inflated, but some lovely low mile gen 1's for sale (one in York with only 1,500 miles on it!)

[@LINKchris87]

​@@BibtheBoulderDid you get it? Any gen is great (maybe gen2 looks the best for my taste). Only inconvinient is that up there in York rain will have you keep her in the garage more often than you'd like 😅

[@BibtheBoulder]

@@LINKchris87 I took the plunge last November and treated myself to a brand new 2023 model Gen 3 Hayabusa. What a machine! The cruise control and electronics package make this a great improvement, which in itself is saying something and there wasn't much wrong with the older Busa's anyway. Got myself the all-black model which looks stunning. Not quite broken it in yet due to the incessant rain the UK has been suffering from..but that's all about to change with the forecast dry and sunny....

[@LINKchris87]

@@BibtheBoulder So glad for you my bro. I am from Galicia, Spain so I am very aware of how endless rain can spoil your riding plans. Hope you enjoy it, ABS and TC are the only things I miss in my gen 1. Aside from that I find it almost flawless.

[@Ritalie]

@@BibtheBoulder May I ask, how you afforded the insurance? Did you get a loan or buy the Hayabusa outright? I tried to get a 2020 Hayabusa here in the US, I wanted to get one of the last 2nd Gen made, they had a beautiful maroon color with maroon wheels and it was such a stunning color, I had my heart set on getting it. I don't know exactly what color, but it was a type of red maroon gloss that just fit the curves so well (lookup 2nd Gen 2020 US Hayabusa). Anyway the insurance here in the US was $495 USD a month and that is actually more than the payment for the motorcycle loan, so you're effectively buying 2 or 3 bikes after you factor in insurance. I had to settle for used 2nd Gen.

[@Bob-ts2tu]

I recently chatted to a guy standing next to his 2022 reg busa, and he said it was really nice to ride, if a tad on the heavy side, and not as back aching position as i assumed, but while i can appreciate the engineering and technology, these type of bikes are not for me lol, but still interesting to find out about, so thanks.

[@stephenpenniket9976]

I have the unmolested 1999 hetero no aids version of the iconic busa. A bit much for an every day rider around here which is 20 km of twisty road to town and can be a lot of fun if there is not much traffic and no cops. but i have the busas lil sister a GSX750F model and an FZ1, all great in their own way. The 750 seems to be better on tyres than the other 2 but I have suspicions as to why that might be. the busa comes out when specially trusted biker friends visit and when i get the urge to spend some tyres and fuel. It really looks great just standing there so is never considered in the way or a waste of shed space.

[@alistairkip7303]

Brilliant!

[@juans3728]

Wind screen has no lip but maybe they sell an attachment to serve that purpose? Love that bike, very handsome and head turning .

[@Englishbikerdan]

Yeah hopefully you could buy an aftermarket screen. Or one of those deflectors.

[@kresimirmilisa5560]

nice driving this hayabusa good video.

[@zdzislaw1931]

no nonsense, thank you

[@kevskibiz]

Great vid … always loved the Busa and this new reincarnation looks and sounds the nuts !! 🤙

[@rodneywoods9537]

Dan ride a busa for a few weeks and I'll guarantee you will be converted!! What a machine !!!!😎

[@Englishbikerdan]

I was lucky enough to have this for a month. It was great fun!

[@chirag4]

2 weeks back, i Bought a brand new Gen 3 Busa (white) + Full System Titanium AKRA Exhaust it's my 3rd Bike, after Trident 660 & KTM 390 Duke, so far so good, hope the performance will improve after 1st service it's not refined or smooth like the Kawasaki inline-Fours like Ninja 1000 SX & ZX10R both of which i have tested great review of the Busa, thanks, regards

[@chirag4]

I wish there was a Kawa ZX-14R's Engine (200 HP & 158Nm) in my Busa, just 100cc extra, but much more refined, at that, .. & that's enough to provide a fillip or boost to the existing Powerhouse (186 HP at the rear wheel & 150 Nm) i.e. GSX-1300R

[@MrIrish1]

You need to get the ECU flashed to get the restrictions off.

[@chirag4]

@@MrIrish1 thank you

[@Ritalie]

When you switch any part of the exhaust it will make the engine run like crap, and will have rough spots and rough patches in the fueling, and will really just not run good, although you might not realize it. It could be running lean. You'll have to either put the stock exhaust back on, and don't touch the exhaust (I absolutely would not touch the stock exhaust, it takes them YEARS to get the fueling right and you mess it up as soon as you touch the mufflers). But you can pay, if you have the money, just bring it to a qualified DYNO engine tuner that works on bikes, and have them re-tune the ECU on a DYNO, you'll have to pay probably $300, but it will transform the bike, and you'll probably pickup 7 horsepower. I'm assuming you already had this done, judging by your comment but just wanted to mention this. I know you probably know all this! ha.

[@alexmorgan3435]

It's worth buying it just for the very tasteful mix of analogue clocks and digital display. But does it have illuminated switch gear for night riding?

[@viraltube4232]

Rear Disc Is 260mm 1 Piston Nissin

[@skts2610]

Brilliant first review👌🏽I’ve had two of the first gen’ Busa’s, awesome motorcycle but I’ve got to say, after 14+ years of owning them, I’ve now defected to the Green side of things! No not electric, but Kawasaki’s H2 SXSE and I never thought I’d say it, but the H2 in my opinion is a far more capable bit of kit and so much more exiting to ride… If you’ve not ridden one, you should😉👍🏽

[@Englishbikerdan]

Sadly, I still can't get on any Kawasaki motorcycles as I'm not 'big enough' apparently Heyho. Would love to try a H2 though.

[@skts2610]

@@Englishbikerdan My local dealer is very accommodating when it comes to test ride’s.(OnYerBike) Before taking the plunge and buying the H2, I must’ve tried a dozen different bikes, including the latest Busa. But honestly, the H2 is one hell of a bike, try one at your peril, well, your wallets peril anyway😂

[@BibtheBoulder]

I have just bought a new gen 3 Hayabusa. I teetered between it and the H2 SX SE. The longer wheelbase of the Suzuki was the deal maker though as when test riding the two I felt the Suzuki just felt that bit more stable. Nonetheless, what a choice to have to make! Life can't be all bad....lol

[@barackblows1942]

The H2 SXSE costs $10,000.00 USD plus taxes more than a Hayabusa. Plus you have to maintain that supercharger on the H2. FJB 🖕🇨🇳

[@skts2610]

@@barackblows1942 It’s Japanese and highly unlikely to go wrong🤷🏻‍♂️

[@duanestiles4821]

I think there is more machine than there is dan lol stay safe Dan

[@octaviodiokno4667]

Awessome bike

[@garyrhode3755]

Hoping to test ride a Hayabusa maybe at the next Daytona bike week, Am considering buying a 2024? Is it comfortable enough to ride a hour or two...

[@nanibabu8853]

I love bike ❤❤❤❤❤

[@chopper.mk5094]

Would this be a good second bike after a Honda Vision?

[@rivaiden1655]

Tnx Dan for the nice content you put out. Question: what helmet mount do u use for the camera?

[@Englishbikerdan]

Mainly the Shark D-Skwal 2, but also the HJC RPHA 11 on occasion.

[@rivaiden1655]

@@Englishbikerdan sorry i mean the camera mount for the Gopro. Is it just the adhesive mount?

[@Englishbikerdan]

@@rivaiden1655 Apologies, yes just a standard flat mount on the Shark but a specific helmets mount for the HJC from Ride tech Moto.

[@JEmmertz]

Bloody nice intro!!

[@JEmmertz]

It is a beast and resembles snuggling with Arnold Schwarzenegger. And when you give it throttle, it will wriggle and take off into the sunset.

[@Englishbikerdan]

Wow. 😂

[@slashingzordz7998]

17:30 bike is so good he letting his inner gnome out

[@Jayy8Bit]

I have the silver version of this bike. Been in the shop more than on the road lol

[@Englishbikerdan]

That sounds very un-Suzuki!

[@Jayy8Bit]

@@Englishbikerdan Yeah, for some reason whenever the motor gets hot, it refuses to start. Cold starts perfectly every time. Now, half of the instrument cluster doesn't work lol

[@phillippurchase4351]

Thay are uncomfortable at slow speed and hot in the city But on the open road it is a great bike

[@cookiebob_]

Thank you for calling out my chunky rear end ♥️ 17:24

[@Englishbikerdan]

Anytime darling 💋

[@BruceAlonso]

Never knew the ABC....A-ctive, B-asic and C-omfort

[@MuscleBandit]

WANT!

[@danielresch2975]

Now it's time to refine the thousand gxr baby🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰👑👑👑👑

[@korazon3spinado]

With roughly double the price, performance, and cylinders would you buy this bike instead of the sv650 if you had it to do over?

[@Englishbikerdan]

I didn't have double the money, so no. :D

[@ramonjrusa]

Nice review

[@MNHMY]

👍👍👍

[@jfro5867]

Having owned the very first brown Gen1 and a white Gen2 I am a big fan but I don’t think the Gen3 really moves me anymore. The world has moved on. Too much congestion, bad roads, bad drivers, speed cameras. It used to be top of the pile 15 years ago with the big ZZR but nowadays it’s performance is quite meh, which is astonishing really. I think small to mid sized nostalgia bikes like RE are pumping out are the future.

[@wolfpackpete6408]

On the exhausts being 2kg lighter than the previous generation... is that 2kg per can, or 2kg for the whole exhaust system overall?? Not that it really matters.

[@Englishbikerdan]

The system as a whole, I believe.

[@dfleon75]

👍

[@korazon3spinado]

The most important question, does it have helmet hooks?

[@misterb1132]

Yes, inside of the back seat when it's off. Both sides.

[@korazon3spinado]

Would you rather have this bike instead of the sv650 you just bought?

[@Englishbikerdan]

They are vastly different in terms of performance and price, so very difficult to draw comparisons.

[@alexmorgan3435]

It's like comparing a Daewoo Matiz with a BMW M5. Impossible, they are just so different aimed at riders who want totally different things from a motorcycle and for totally different budgets!

[@mikebarrett1004]

Yep, bored me to tears😂 just ride it like it was designed to be ridden, flat out and full power and then start to push it into bends and make it ride

[@Englishbikerdan]

I can't show any of that sort of riding as I'd get reported. Sad times we live in now. 🙁

[@alexmorgan3435]

Not really possible on public roads unless you want to lose your license or your life and end up in a mortuary.

[@jrnumex9286]

yea idiot advice for most highway. wet leaves, deer, texter's....

[@mrtobiasreiper4714]

Perfect Commuter 😅.

[@steve850]

Has it got "Discipline control"? 😀

[@Englishbikerdan]

Sadly, no! :D

[@johnweeks6561]

Dude ! Do you really believe the Hyabusa got its reputation from a clever marketing campain. ? Nothing to do perhaps with the fact that it is a stonking awsome performing piece of tech powered by absolutely one of the worlds greatest engines.

[@Englishbikerdan]

Dude! Yes it certainly helps.

[@mattm872]

Pos ill keep my gen2

[@jasonking4209]

Those are not stylima Brembos. They're a much lower spec Brembo than the stylima.

[@Englishbikerdan]

They are in fact Brembo Stylema brakes.

[@rusipathan]

A mans bike!

[@misterb1132]

Had an '08 until 2016. Miss that bike so much.

[@kramnam4716]

Great review. My only complaint is the title. Every single animal on earth puts humans to shame. 😢😊

[@kernowrock555]

With all due respect Dan.. unless you blur the speedo and kane it to 170 mph on the motorway , we won't register this as a test. Yes you can tour on this ,,, but this bike is nicknamed ther Animal for a reason . I would ring its neck.......

[@Englishbikerdan]

I can't ride any of these bikes as they are meant to be ridden. People will report me to the police and an investigation would then take place (I am not joking, this has already happened several times). That is the sad truth of this game and I won't risk my license for views. Off camera, I like to ride these bikes as intended.

[@MrPeteRR299]

Awsome bike, but underpowered... Should be supercharged

[@Englishbikerdan]

Underpowered :D. The world has gone mad.

[@MrPeteRR299]

@@Englishbikerdan i have one! Before i had a 2017 zx14r performance sport which is faster ... And now im selling the busa to get a h2sx. Any new supersport is faster than a busa, much faster, shame.. I love the bike, best bike i ever riden, but underpowered

[@Englishbikerdan]

@@MrPeteRR299 I'll never understand how it's underpowered my friend. You must be crackers! 😁

[@CrusaderGeneral]

@@MrPeteRR299 I have both. The busa has more low and mid power than the H2SX. You gonna need to do a tune on the H2SX

[@MrPeteRR299]

@@CrusaderGeneral the goal is to tune

[@arches92]

This bike is pointless now. Not that fast amymore, heavy and and an aggressive riding position.

[@Englishbikerdan]

186mph not enough for you eh?! :D

[@misterb1132]

Not that fast? Ok hero.

[@alexmorgan3435]

Yeah right. What ever you say. The capability of this bike is probably way above your skill set.

[@jrnumex9286]

ooh, S54 getting beaten back to the bleacher seats

[@Jandejongjong]

Its faster then gen 1 and 2 150nm around 7000rpm It has an easy 200hp and more with a little tune to skip the euro 5 emissions:) So what’s not fast?!

[@chrismacnight8100]

Slowest gen 3 too slow not an animal

[@Englishbikerdan]

😂

[@jrnumex9286]

horrible riding scenery. narrow dangerous roads with blocked view by trees and crops. oh well life's a b....

[@Englishbikerdan]

Or as we call it, home.

[@superleggenda]

The Honda Blackbird had a double X (CBR 1000 XX).