Suzuki GSX-S125 Test Ride | The Urban Traffic Destroyer!

The Suzuki GSX-S125 is cheap, light, and very frugal - perfect for beginners, those urban deliveries or as a commuter bike for those short trips through traffic. So does the little GSX-S125 punch above its weight?
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[@attentionlabel]

Just passed my CBT today on this bike, really comfortable to ride and quite nifty. Having ridden it just around a medium-sized city, I agree that it would be great for commutes.

[@mikaels-p6765]

Doesn't the gsx-s have 15hp? And I think you are changing to early, I had no problem getting it up to 110 on the freeway.

[@lucaschapman93]

Great content mate! I actually bought my first bike from that same shop many years ago and lived in that area , so watching your videos are a massive blast from the past. Keep up the good work!

[@Soshi12005]

Just passed completed my learners test and I need this bike. Abs, warranty, cheaper fuel and insurance - how could you not want this :)

[@jameskovaceski4359]

Soshi12005 because it’s slow as shit...

[@ragazza5026]

@@jameskovaceski4359 with a cbt you can't go over 125cc chief

[@6Twisted]

8:05 6ft6... You make this bike look like a Grom xD

[@SydneySlowRider]

I think the Suzuki's power output is 15hp, not 10 - hence the surprising performance! Also worth mentioning that in NSW, the CTP is just $140 for bikes like this under 225cc (...vs. $410 for bikes 225cc-725cc...& even more for bikes above that). The money you save on CTP is probably even greater than the fuel savings compared to a 300/500cc bike, for example. Cheers as always for the great videos

[@SydneySlowRider]

Also keen to see your review of the Monkey when it comes out. A shot of you sitting behind its tiny handlebar would be great (Y)

[@WeNeedASaga]

SydneySlowRider that's a really good point about the insurance - saves you heaps compared to a 300...

[@jamesoren7238]

I think it's why we get the 125 instead of the 150 version they sell in asia, that really is the better bike for actually commuting on as it's got that teeny tiny little extra on the top end for when you have to go on the freeway, without any significant downsides, and is probably why yamaha sell the R15 instead of the R125 here. But as you say if you want a second commuter bike, or just a cheap city bike, etc, you're not getting much more power out of a 4t 125! I'm weighing one up precisely for the commute. Just not sure about that getting pinned at 85k's on a hill part of a 125 yet lol.

[@Devilmaycry4thewin]

well being under 25 my CTP is $200, so only $60 more, but Comprehensive is $480 which is pretty nice (includes $2000 coverage on gear as well)

[@JosephCheethamWilkinson]

I came here to say that!

[@Ventcis]

Just got one for myself GSX S125cc 2023. I love it.

[@sam-dn9hr]

I just got a 2018 model last week! Love it also :)

[@awaishanif8240]

​@@sam-dn9hrCan it be used for UberEATS and such?

[@sam-dn9hr]

@@awaishanif8240 Yes if you fit a top box

[@Tizi-od7le]

Thanks for this very detailed review on this bike. Bought this bike 2nd hand to start learning how to ride so I know now I definently made the right choice. Greetings from Belgium.

[@WeNeedASaga]

thanks for watching!

[@dennisneo1608]

I just completed my learners on one of these. I'm 6"1 and 125 kgs, but it felt so good. Probably a bit small, but still liked it.

[@thelatestartcollector]

Dude, Just about to buy this as my first bike! This is the perfect vid for me to see! Thank you so much.

[@WeNeedASaga]

awesome! glad to hear it helped

[@jezzamouse5644]

You going use it for daily commute ?

[@jezzamouse5644]

Getting this little beast this weekend!!!!!

[@Marcel204_]

do you have it????

[@Wxnna]

I'm about 5'11 or 180cm ish weighing in at about 80kg's and i have the 2021 version of this bike up to 130km/h... I love the bike its really great for just about everything if you're not old enough to go for the A2 class.

[@karen9517]

Looking for my first bike and this one is definitely at the top of my list now. Cheers!

[@dirk_v]

Good review. Straight to the point.

[@allthingsplane8995]

I ve just bought one and I am 44. Great bike, worth the money

[@garethhughes9125]

Fantastic bike for commutes and the odd long ride iv done 200 mile round trip on mine riding with mates on big bikes, keeps up no problem even at bypass speeds 70mph. Says 122mpg I got 110 to gallon riding at mixed speeds 30 to 70 mph. So very impressive for low cost running bike.

[@MTBrider26]

Smaller capacity bikes are seriously under rated in Australia which is unfortunate because they are so cheap and make excellent commuter bikes. I live in hope that more people will embrace them which will introduce more people to the fun that is found riding a motorcycle. I just brought a new R3 for commuting duties to save my good (big) bike for weekend duties because I was clocking up too many k's. The Yamaha R3 is currently $5.5K ride away brand new which is absolutely amazing value for money for a a brand new bike with ABS and all the good kit with a 2 year warranty. Cheap on fuel (3.1kpl) with a 14lt tank means massive range, cheap to insure etc. Faster than 99% of cars from the lights and great for the commute with good wind protection with the fairing in the winter and filtering ability second to none. I have 10km of 100km motorway on my 40km each way commute hence the R3 that does the 100kph easy over a 125cc bike. Also being 6'2" and the fact the R3 is the same size as the R1 makes it a good fit for the taller rider. All in all I love my R3. Keeps a smile on my face during the daily drudgery that is the work commute making light work of ensuring the tin tops are kept honest. Might I suggest you have a look at a British Vloger/reviewer called the Missenden Flyer. He is very much your style of reviewer and could give you some ideas on how to add a bit of pizazz to your reviews. His bike walk around's are particularly good and are done with a simple iPhone but the quality of the image he gets is amazing. Keep up the good work. Love your reviews and you obviously enjoy doing what you do. I hope you go far.

[@WeNeedASaga]

Thanks for the kind words mate. I do watch the Missenden Flyer - I agree his videos are fab and his quality is definitely something I aspire to. Glad to hear the R3 is treating you well - if I had to commute every day I'd be on one too - I agree they're an awesome bike for the price.

[@MTBrider26]

Have you watched RyanF9 on FortNine. Some of his reviews are cinematic masterpieces and the scripts are brilliant.

[@WeNeedASaga]

Richard Dodds yeah I've seen F9 too - his videos are the gold standard for Moto content as far as I'm concerned - amazing quality!

[@MrB590]

I like the looks of it

[@keighty7]

This is an awesome way to discuss the pros of this bike! I feel like I went on a ride with you. 😂

[@WeNeedASaga]

thanks! glad you enjoyed it!

[@wunderino9529]

Nice review mate, this would have been perfect for my commute; better than a cb125e but still as cheap to keep and run. But ffs, I can't get over the front headlight, i'd rather swap that for a round cafe style headlight.

[@jaydiggy86]

in the same boat. would that actually be possible to do?

[@sargera1]

The 150 ones are nuts.it revs up to 6k for each gear and its on 150 kg passenger too

[@kevinspalding5470]

Thought 10hp was a little low !....15hp is a far more usable power output !

[@passsacaglia]

How does your knees feel? I'm thinking of a first starter bike and battling between DR650rse (96) or DR650se (2017) or a XF650 Freewind, also found this one and your video on the GSX750s. Which one do you think is best for a beginner one but I'll mostly do long distance trips like 350km's or longer ones. I'm 6.2 and feels like I want to begin with a light bike with an upright seating position right? Best mate!!!

[@frankdeville515]

The full fairing R has a more aggressive riding position.

[@visunmu2109]

7:00 you did a U-turn easily with the GSX-S. Thus, is it possible to do it samely with the GSX-R, or will it be harder because of its different position of its handle bar, please?

[@lozharper9980]

Had mine 2 weeks now brand new had Honda Grom before and got nicked so got the GSX-S 125 to repalce it ..passed my A1 test last year so think this will be better than grom for pillion but not tried it yet...just think the only problem grom had was 4 speed gear box needed another gear i felt...and the grom does have ABS after 2016 my one had it and was great to stop...But agree Suzuki GSX-s 125 is great bike once i do A licence this year will look at big brother GSX perhaps the 650 as im not that tall and Suzuki are low and can be even lower with kit...so i would say to anyone thinking of 125 machine just go get the GSX !!!!!!!

[@obersutopia2209]

hi can I put a tail bag in this bike ? cheers.

[@Motogamna]

Cb125r.....wonder if we'll get a gixxis 250 in North America

[@Commsfarage]

Are the handle. Bars in a more upright wider position unlike the yamaha yzf

[@RavenwestR1]

have anyone ever said you sounds like Daniel Ricciardo the F1 driver? haha

[@xmob2493]

THAT WAS EXCACTLY WHAT I THOUGHT

[@outie555]

Have you seen the honda CB125R that are coming out soon. They have been modernised too and would be a good comparison with this bike

[@WeNeedASaga]

I'll keep an eye out! The Monkey should be fun too :)

[@ChibixHeaven]

I brought that bike over the Suzuki, And boy its a treat to ride! Not as fast top speed (Maxed out at 72ish?) But that bigger rear tyre makes me so damn fun in the corners! :D

[@AndiRHermawan]

choose CB125 if you care more about visual aspect, CB125R look a lot much cooler. but, if you choose something fun to rev high, choose GSX. you can always trust suzuki's engine

[@jamesoren7238]

Eh, you could just get the GSX-R125 if you want the race look, or better yet the yamaha R15. Really though in australia, there's not really a reason to get a sporty 125. this bike is pretty good because it's got the standard seating position with the more sporty engine, so it's still a sensible commuter, but as we don't have the 125 restriction like they have in europe, if you want a sporty little learner, I can't think why you woulnd't get one of the 300's instead.

[@SydneySlowRider]

Don't think they are bringing the CB125R to Australia. HOWEVER: I just test rode the new CB300R "neo sports cafe" thing at Bikebiz Parra. Even though I'm rolling onto my full license (thinking I'd upgrade from the CB300F...), the new CB300R was so freakin' light and fun for city commuting that I bought it. (At 143kg wet, it's only slightly heavier than this Suzuki S125 - but it has 31hp!) Rides like a grown-up Grom. SO much fun and style for a budget city bike. Recommend you try the CB300R when you've got time, as there are very few reviews up so far!

[@danscram]

Mate, you don’t get any KTMs in Australia ? At 6’6” you might want to try a Duke 125, I’m 6’4” and the level of comfort, pegs position, suspension, abs, an amazing dash is at another level, there’s nothing on the market for tall beginner riders that beats the duke

[@JDMz]

The ktm duke isn't that great. In terms of reliability. Has very bad electrics and the tft screen still suffers from water ingres on the 2022 model. They still haven't fixed that issue.

[@danscram]

@@JDMz you might be right but for a 6’4 tall beginner, a 125cc to get few months of experience it does the job, it’s not like it’s a keeper, I’m just saying…

[@dixedgt6274]

Drove around my area

[@EA-of7bu]

Is it better than the Honda CB125F?

[@Taxa85]

Great video, helped a lot. Thank you!

[@WeNeedASaga]

No problem - thanks for watching!

[@uttaradit2]

decent bike seat review without the drama

[@arifsport2rr]

Great review ! I really enjoyed & learned from it. I'm picking up a GSX-S150 (Bhp 19.17) tomorrow, Nov 9th 18'. Wonder if 150's are sold in Australia ? Since these smaller displacement (125, 150) Japanese bikes are built/ assembled in Indonesia....I couldn't find decent English reviews. But, your one is more than that... I hope you make a comparison review of the Streetfighter/ Naked Sport 125's ie, Honda CB125R, Yamaha Vixion, M-Slaz, Suzuki GSX-S 125 etc. Thanks very much.

[@WeNeedASaga]

arif islam thanks! Glad you found it useful.

[@Mitch1371Tube]

At 6' 6" what do weigh?!

[@enraged1584]

Can you ride this on your learners licence?

[@WeNeedASaga]

yes

[@papalonglegs9962]

We have similar bike like that here in the Philippines, but it's 150 not 125. Can anyone please explain why the different number?

[@KriZe4R]

For Europe, the model also has 125. It's based on euro4 regulation to lower the emission costs. Not sure how it is for other regions. Also, in my country, you can drive 125cc with the 15HP limit if you hold Car license for at least 3 years. 150 is not part of that deal so it's kinda big market share for the manufacturers.

[@jonast.ellefsen9920]

you shift gears way too quick, no problem going 120 with proper acceleration.

[@cahernandezhe]

Nice video mate

[@WeNeedASaga]

thank you Carlos!

[@rageagaintsthepotato927]

i have the GSX S150 version of this bike

[@streetoutlaw-gsxr]

It has 14.8bhp

[@jakubamin6006]

drinking game: take a shot every time he makes a jump cut

[@steventhomson9869]

Trading in the MT 09 mate?

[@WeNeedASaga]

If I take off my glasses and squint it looks pretty similar!

[@steventhomson9869]

LOl. If I were in Sydney commuting I'd probably go with this set-up. Very good vid by the way and well narrated! 11 litres of fuel in that bike would go for ages. I have the MT 09 as well but for scooting around town for work etc I'd probably take this bike.

[@ojitosazules1891]

Top speed??

[@JDMz]

80mph

[@streetoutlaw-gsxr]

Iv had 93mph out of my gsxr125

[@JDMz]

Doubt it. Considering the rev limit is set at 87 mph. Lol

[@streetoutlaw-gsxr]

Griiipandriiip hit 90/91mph on KZbin and I have a video doing 87mph at 11500rpm before I had to slow as I caught up with a car

[@MrB590]

Just looked it up it has 15hp not 10

[@WeNeedASaga]

BREN AU85 even better!

[@reljoy]

How much is it?

[@WeNeedASaga]

3900AUD ride away

[@HerrStaale]

Not 10 HP, it has 15..

[@antares7368]

Everyone knows this bike has 15hp not 10 or 12 so why are you doing a review intended to inform other riders when you don't even know one of the most basic and important things about the bike?