2020 Suzuki GSX-R1000R Review & Advanced Track Day Guide. Is It The Greatest Sports Bike Ever Built?

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  • We took the GSX-R1000R to Castle Combe for our advanced track day vid, comment below with any advice you have for anyone moving up to the fast groups.
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Komentáře • 164

  • @matthewinsydneyful
    @matthewinsydneyful Před 3 lety +51

    I forgot his name. No joke, this guy is super fast, but he has zero ego, all he cares about is passing on his experience, knowledge and above all love of riding in everyday man's terms. Great presenter. Needs a TV role. Fantastic!! Matt in Sydney👊✊

    • @BikeWorldTVshow
      @BikeWorldTVshow  Před 3 lety +7

      Thanks Matt, we are on TV BTW. Do you get Motorvision in Aus? We have our own Amazon Prime channel. we're on SKY in the UK and Motorvision around the rest of the world.

  • @davidelizabeth4933
    @davidelizabeth4933 Před 3 lety +41

    If a GSX-R is good enough for Chris, let alone Ghostrider, then it's good enough for us.👍
    👨‍👩‍👧❤

  • @TheImtoomuch
    @TheImtoomuch Před 3 lety +51

    This guy is a great presenter and really enjoyable to watch! Nicely done.

  • @losangelesupholstery6773
    @losangelesupholstery6773 Před 3 lety +10

    When I moved from C to B group I found that I needed to change the pads, lines, and master cyclinder. When I moved to A group I found I needed to change the rear shock and front suspension. Other things I needed to do along the way was Power Commander and Headers. Sure, maybe someone with more experience than me can ride it stock in A group, but the bike stock in A group would have been extremely difficult. Mine on the dyno did 186hp; Other than that, I love my GSXR1000R. Wiped out twice in 2 years while learning and it was cheap and easy to fix.

  • @vaughanboyce3702
    @vaughanboyce3702 Před 3 lety +19

    Best motorcycle journalist I've watched in a long time, great work. Love the gixxers....

    • @BikeWorldTVshow
      @BikeWorldTVshow  Před 3 lety +4

      Thanks!

    • @desidudev
      @desidudev Před 3 lety

      I can’t believe he completely glossed over about how rubbish even the upgraded stock brakes feel on the 2020 bike. So much for being VFM! Suzuki 🤷🏻‍♂️

    • @BikeWorldTVshow
      @BikeWorldTVshow  Před 3 lety +7

      @@desidudev We didn't gloss over anything, we were testing brake pads all day and had no issues.

  • @GarryMcGovern
    @GarryMcGovern Před 3 lety +13

    Always brilliant advice Chris, clearly and concisely delivered. I'm an instructor in Mondello in Ireland, and am happy to share this video on our track day page for newbies to view. Nice one!

  • @mike216ism
    @mike216ism Před 2 lety +1

    Best video on this bike. Awesome review. I have a 2018 gsxr 1000R that I just bought two months ago. I had my K5 for more than 10 years. This new bike blew me away leaving the dealership. I couldn't stop laughing my ass off after hammering the throttle. It pulled so hard. I wasn't expecting it to be that much more powerful. The mid range is so mean and it just turns to pure evil on the top. I test drove the a few of the top 1000cc a year or so ago. This bike felt more powerful, way easier to handle, way, way more comfortable and just felt extremely special compared to the rest. I couldn't be happier with this bike. You forgot to mention Suzuki typical reliability. My previous gsxr were all incredibly reliable. The K5 had 57k on it when I sold it. I hope this current version are as robust as the old. Simply amazing machine

  • @PandaStencils
    @PandaStencils Před 3 lety +6

    Great, honest, fun video. You do not win trackdays! You are there to learn and have fun. And you don't need the latest/greatest to do it. Cheers.

  • @marcusgeorge1825
    @marcusgeorge1825 Před 3 lety +10

    Awesome review! Thank you. I’m an ex Suzuki factory racer from the mid 90’s. 🇦🇺

  • @rob.fisher
    @rob.fisher Před 3 lety +4

    Great video, bumped into you at CC when you did the zx6r vid and you took the time to have a good chat - appreciate it! 👍

  • @GR1M_Amateur_Rider
    @GR1M_Amateur_Rider Před 3 lety +3

    I bought my 2020 Suzuki GSX-R1000 in July brand new for +-£11 000 , they had them on special, I could not be happier. I upgraded from a K4 750 which I still have and love, but the power of the 1000 is just intoxicating.

    • @allnighterist
      @allnighterist Před 3 lety

      are there any differences between 2019 and the 2020 model?

  • @colinpirie8403
    @colinpirie8403 Před 3 lety +1

    Brilliant, halfway changing my 2017 Blade to a track bike , new suspension,deleted ABS, race fairings , will watch your next vid with interest 👍🏻

  • @mt07toooldtowalk42
    @mt07toooldtowalk42 Před 3 lety +2

    Yep same, 100% watched and very enjoyable and informative, also have road Philip island, (live in Melbourne, moved from London 6 years ago,)
    I done it in slow group on an MT07 being passed all day but absolutely loved it, it don’t matter what bike, it’s all about the attitude, get that right you win every time.
    Great vid, thanks.

  • @ArthephiusX
    @ArthephiusX Před 3 lety +6

    Thanks Chris for another solid gold track day tutorial.
    Substantial, succinct, and practical.
    You, John and the BW team continue to create class leading motorbike content. Much appreciated.

  • @dupajasiu920
    @dupajasiu920 Před 2 lety +1

    Another fantastic video. Makes a lot of sense, pleasure to watch.

  • @paulvanhout9695
    @paulvanhout9695 Před 3 lety +1

    Down to earth and in-depth discussion on how us mortals should prepare, setup and enjoy a track day! Have always been a Gixxer fan and am currently riding a GSX-S1000F; a kinder, comfy sport bike😊

  • @thedjangoway9052
    @thedjangoway9052 Před 3 lety +3

    I was shopping for liter bike and my choices were R1M, s1000rr, fireblade and this gsxr1000r. My first choice is ofcourse s1000rr but I asked myself to do I need to spend that kind of money to have fun. And this guy Chris Northover and Sylvain Guintolli makes my choices narrow to GSXR1000r. My first bike was suzuki TS125 in '90s. Suzuki holds a great memory in me.

  • @drazenvidakovic
    @drazenvidakovic Před 3 lety

    Thank you for this tutorial Chris. You are the best!

  • @robertstarr3929
    @robertstarr3929 Před 3 lety

    Great great review and track day video. My take is to pick the bike you love and share a fun day with it at the park. It is one of your best friends, so treat it like one and have a blast. Excellent, well said.

  • @kadien2006
    @kadien2006 Před 3 lety

    What an enjoyable video Chris you had that gixxer singing its head off 💪💪

  • @SVC-hz6dq
    @SVC-hz6dq Před 3 lety

    Awesome video, mate. You even made me want to ride this beast over any other ‘top-notch’ bikes out there!

  • @BeamRider100
    @BeamRider100 Před 3 lety +6

    I loved the video. I watched all the way through.

  • @jonathandavies6862
    @jonathandavies6862 Před 3 lety

    Excellent videos these. Really clear to listen to as well

  • @zacharygrindell22
    @zacharygrindell22 Před 3 lety

    Absolutely fantastic video! Thank you! 🤙🏽

  • @OS57HYRB1K3R
    @OS57HYRB1K3R Před 3 lety

    I must say you are bloody brilliant mate.

  • @jarquesbarnard1398
    @jarquesbarnard1398 Před 3 lety +1

    What an excellent, informatibe vid. Cant remember I enjoyed a vid this much. Keep it up👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

  • @2gj906
    @2gj906 Před 3 lety +7

    I think I just witnessed a man fall in love with a GSX-R

  • @johnnyboyzZ
    @johnnyboyzZ Před 3 lety +1

    Hey I just want to say thank you for your valuable info.

  • @satzawesome
    @satzawesome Před 3 lety +2

    Good show. i started with a beater for a few years and moved to a Fuel Injected 750SS which is 18 yrs old bike. The Carb on my beater and ethanol just kept having issues.Again for cheap money. Ohlins and Sticky tires and that is all the bike has.... but a tonne of fun. One of the problem i am having is spending more than few days of my income on a total loss item. I do not cheap on gear, airbag systems or helmet as it is personal safety.

  • @willrayment9544
    @willrayment9544 Před 3 lety +4

    Nice black line left at 3:22.. go on son!!!!😂🤘

  • @ChumiStu
    @ChumiStu Před 3 lety

    Brilliant video as always and the content that’s not out there. Plenty of newbie guides but nothing inters rider.
    If you ever want to do a feature on a middle aged track day enthusiast that’s hit a wall with bad habits and can’t quite make it to the fast group, I’m here 👋

  • @africatwinpl9597
    @africatwinpl9597 Před 3 lety +1

    Awesome vid!

  • @Eelgnotsa
    @Eelgnotsa Před 3 lety +1

    Very very good tutorial I have to subscribe after watching this very informative very professionally done great advice

  • @mikef1411
    @mikef1411 Před 3 lety +1

    That colorway on that R is dope 👌

  • @ragerider6283
    @ragerider6283 Před 3 lety +5

    Great vid, very entertaining. Love a GSXR too & had a couple of the years & they were great bikes. Especially the 750.

    • @BikeWorldTVshow
      @BikeWorldTVshow  Před 3 lety +2

      Thanks!

    • @madskillzyo
      @madskillzyo Před 3 lety +1

      Which years? This 2020 is looking very promising, must say

    • @ragerider6283
      @ragerider6283 Před 3 lety +1

      @@madskillzyo A 1997 GSXR600 SRAD & a 2006 750, which was immense.

  • @Shahar_C
    @Shahar_C Před 3 lety

    What a great video !
    Thanks.

  • @500monkeyboom9
    @500monkeyboom9 Před 3 lety +5

    Love a gsxr

  • @Steve-motorcycles
    @Steve-motorcycles Před 3 lety +6

    Quality 👍👍

  • @hafo1979
    @hafo1979 Před 3 lety +3

    9 yrs owning one 👍😍

  • @grider8344
    @grider8344 Před rokem

    Mate that was a great track daybreak and you are so right about the gsxr 1000. It's just a great allrounder I couldn't agree with you more.
    Great stuff mate.

  • @_audacerider3838
    @_audacerider3838 Před 3 lety +2

    Grate Video! Now you should talk to Sylvian Guintoli and try to get you hands on his GSXR1000R track bike he is just build and compere it to the your stock GSXR1000R! Ps I still miss my GSXR1000K4 for me it is the most underrated GSXR!! It is an absolute steal compered to K5/6 yes its a bit more heavy and a bit less powerful but it's much cheaper and just as quick for a quick road rider on a track!! I loved mine did track days on as well as European trips and some. Epick bike for the money!! I'm looking forward to more track day /GSXR1000R content!! Ps I agree with You for the money it's the best 1000cc sport bike out there!

  • @-DC-
    @-DC- Před 3 lety +9

    GSXR 💪♥️

  • @anthonynixon3220
    @anthonynixon3220 Před 3 lety

    I like this guy. You can ride what ever you like

  • @AleksiJoensuu
    @AleksiJoensuu Před 3 lety

    Vans are great! Freaking love my big orange van. Not only are track days easier, so is if you break down on the road, your friends need help, or heck, you need anything else big moved. So nice. Get a van 😄

  • @mrbookends
    @mrbookends Před 3 lety

    @7:18 - "we'll tape the mirrors up...." -- very next cut is the bike on the track with the mirrors in all their reflective glory!!! Regardless, another great vid!

  • @theonlyredspecial
    @theonlyredspecial Před 2 lety

    People forget about this bike sometimes. Its an absolute peach - motor and gearbox are superb.

  • @Kawatom677
    @Kawatom677 Před 3 lety +3

    I was in inters on the same day made me feel I was going backwards 🤣 fair play 💨

  • @AmariMaahes
    @AmariMaahes Před 3 lety

    Great video!

  • @allenglishknives6823
    @allenglishknives6823 Před 3 lety

    Excellent video 👍🏻

  • @needmetal3221
    @needmetal3221 Před 3 lety +10

    The best track day bike is the one you dont mind crashing

    • @Statek63
      @Statek63 Před 3 lety +1

      That's a first world thing mate - everywhere else you do mind crashing your bike, whatever bike it is ;-)

  • @monochromaticlightsource9153

    If you want to see how good those rain tyres are, pause the video at 10:23, and you can see the line that the rider took through the curve. The tyre has dried the track, it's that good at removing water.

  • @uksurfer2505
    @uksurfer2505 Před 2 lety

    Nice video and oh the gsxr is my dream bike.

  • @fabzrustrider9838
    @fabzrustrider9838 Před 3 lety

    Awesome review 👍🏾💯🏍🇬🇧

  • @findingneutral426
    @findingneutral426 Před 3 lety +7

    I think the current gsxr is a hard bike to beat especially for the money

  • @ticthedog9413
    @ticthedog9413 Před 3 lety +1

    👍 Great video

  • @BN1960
    @BN1960 Před 3 lety

    Really good video

  • @steve-wu7jp
    @steve-wu7jp Před 3 lety +2

    Gsx r is a classic 👌

  • @grekpap7854
    @grekpap7854 Před 3 lety

    Very correct mate,
    we would also like your opinion on the bmw s1000 rr 2020 if you can have it for a track test. congratulations again.

  • @Steve-hh3pj
    @Steve-hh3pj Před 3 lety +1

    I don’t know if it’s the greatest ever but it’s the best one I have ridden.

  • @brandonreptilianclassiib9271

    The Suzuki with Brembo calipers and Nissin Master Cylinders benefit greatly upgrading to Brembo 19 RCS Master Cylinder.. it was one of my fave mods. Also, the slotted race version of Galfer Wave Rotors have much more bite and little to no fade.

    • @flamintasty
      @flamintasty Před rokem

      There’s nothing wrong with the standard discs, seeing as they’re made by Brembo anyway.

  • @ethanmacheras5967
    @ethanmacheras5967 Před 3 lety

    Love me some gsxr!

  • @mavricxx
    @mavricxx Před 3 lety +1

    Suzuki PLEASE bring this color for 202x to the US. I've been holding off buying the GSXR1000R to get it with the upgraded brakes after 2019.

  • @fanisasimakopoulos9977
    @fanisasimakopoulos9977 Před 3 lety +1

    Great video, excellent work. I wish i had Chris as my bike instructror here in Greece.

    • @BikeWorldTVshow
      @BikeWorldTVshow  Před 3 lety +1

      We are due to come to Greece for the Hellas, not sure if it's going to happen though...

    • @fanisasimakopoulos9977
      @fanisasimakopoulos9977 Před 3 lety

      @@BikeWorldTVshow When and where will it take place? (If it's going to happen)

    • @BikeWorldTVshow
      @BikeWorldTVshow  Před 3 lety +1

      @@fanisasimakopoulos9977 We're not sure if it's going to happen, or if we'll want to make the trip. We were due to ride all the way but it's seems irresponsible to do that during the current situation. Here are the details: hellasrally.org/

    • @fanisasimakopoulos9977
      @fanisasimakopoulos9977 Před 3 lety +2

      @@BikeWorldTVshow Thanks for the info. Keep up the great work.

  • @MC-Racing
    @MC-Racing Před 3 lety +8

    I ride a GSXR 750 K7 on track and i just love it. i can't really see a reason to buy a newer or fancier bike for the job. plus its reasonable cheap that the fear of crashing it wont hold me back. got a few videos from Ring knutstorp on my channel :-)

    • @BikeWorldTVshow
      @BikeWorldTVshow  Před 3 lety +5

      As we said, the best bike for you is the one you enjoy riding the most.

    • @iCGreen_
      @iCGreen_ Před 3 lety +1

      K7 750 for life!

  • @staxlaysmith3755
    @staxlaysmith3755 Před 3 lety

    Best bikes.....period!

  • @derekgray7716
    @derekgray7716 Před 3 lety +1

    Love mine 😎✊🏼🏆

  • @369jack369
    @369jack369 Před 2 lety

    I'm looking at tracking next year

  • @Aexomer
    @Aexomer Před 2 lety

    18:03 Chris, that might be the best part of the day... ;)

  • @nyalakan3971
    @nyalakan3971 Před 3 lety +2

    GSXR nice

  • @jsalemi9711
    @jsalemi9711 Před 3 lety +1

    Hello, you mentioned that you changed your brake fluid as often as your engine oil? Your bike has ABS, does the bleeding create a big issue with air. Heard horror stories that a mechanic had taken over 4hrs. due to trying to get the air out of the system due to having ABS.
    Thank You

  • @umepi8059
    @umepi8059 Před 3 lety +6

    👍👍👍👍👍suzuki 👍👍👍👍👍

  • @luislaurencio
    @luislaurencio Před 3 lety +1

    Its got the best power to weight ratio for the price

  • @VeeFour
    @VeeFour Před 3 lety +2

    I downgraded from a 2016 R1 to a 2007 GSXR 750 and I've never looked back. Without the background constant nag that I might smash up thousands of quids worth of R1, I'm riding faster and harder and having far more fun. With just some light upgrades on the suspension and brakes, the Gixer 750 is the perfect dedicated track bike in my opinion

  • @brandonreptilianclassiib9271

    Even with less horsepower Gixxers just have something that makes them fast. They're easy to get fast. My 15' 750 had tuning and I extended the rear 15 mm and that thing spanked a lot of bikes that should have destroyed me. I think they're just easy to ride fast, which says a lot.

  • @LostLarz
    @LostLarz Před 2 lety

    i recently just got rid of my 2020 r6 due to needing money for moving and ive got the riding bug and am planning on buying this what do you guys think of it for daily use

  • @KOBSAKICEMAN
    @KOBSAKICEMAN Před 3 lety

    CHRIS... Any tips on suspension tuning for track use??? clicks out??? weight as a guide 90kg?? tire pressures??

    • @BikeWorldTVshow
      @BikeWorldTVshow  Před 3 lety +2

      kobsak chinawongwatana Hey, we didn’t consider going into detail with suspension setup, needs a video in itself.

  • @pakcikkayo1
    @pakcikkayo1 Před 3 lety

    Couldn't agree more. Be nice to slow riders. Give'em plenty of rooms. I am one of them

  • @paulkelly7896
    @paulkelly7896 Před 3 lety

    Forgive me for asking - this guy was a famous pro racer or a dirt bike rider ?

  • @pinoymasabaw7857
    @pinoymasabaw7857 Před 3 lety +1

    That's right Gixxer s boyz all day

  • @MrWhoabuddy
    @MrWhoabuddy Před 6 měsíci

    When you say it's missing that last "miniscule" bit of performance...what are you saying it's actually missing compared to the top tier bikes?

  • @hamad1979
    @hamad1979 Před 2 lety

    is there an issue with the brake of the GSXR?

  • @zoomjoo
    @zoomjoo Před 3 lety

    do you have your gear linkage threads taped?

  • @jsalemi9711
    @jsalemi9711 Před 3 lety

    Hello, I own a 2020 GSX-R1000R and would like to know what trackers are setting their front forks at. Either from bottom of cap or top of cap from fork tubes.
    Thank You

    • @flamintasty
      @flamintasty Před rokem

      Drop the forks through the yokes 10mm. Get a decent steering damper while you’re at it. I use a Bitubo steering damper on mine. I also have a Maxton rear shock and fork cartridges. Blows the standard suspension away 😊

  • @Rayk76
    @Rayk76 Před 3 lety +1

    Yeah its the gixxer for me, it has what the s1000rr doesn't have "personality"

  • @GixxerJake
    @GixxerJake Před 3 lety +1

    Good video, but sir you are incorrect saying GSX-R’s have never really been the fastest on the track lol... tell that to Mat Mladin, Ben Spies

  • @wongkexing3342
    @wongkexing3342 Před 3 lety

    In comparison in GSX-R 1000 between from K1 to the latest model which is the best of all could u name it

    • @jf7rgswy
      @jf7rgswy Před 3 lety +1

      The 2017 up is better than any previous versions.

    • @flamintasty
      @flamintasty Před rokem

      2017 onwards in first place, then second place for the K5/K6.

  • @PLAYER2035
    @PLAYER2035 Před 3 lety

    Is it me or does it have a black and green dash?

  • @Pistonjockey
    @Pistonjockey Před 3 lety +2

    First ever, first view and comment👍

  • @Mrmarginofsafety
    @Mrmarginofsafety Před 2 lety

    Ask any good motorcycle mechanic, Suzukies cost less to work on because it was designed to come apart easily ie: plug change 10min

  • @foolspeedahead
    @foolspeedahead Před 3 lety

    The forks are blue! Hahahahaha!

  • @markphillips8
    @markphillips8 Před 3 lety

    How the hell you got 204 hp with factory exhaust ?

  • @rideroll9609
    @rideroll9609 Před 3 lety +1

    Do you think K5 is faster than this new gen? :D

  • @everss02
    @everss02 Před 3 lety

    Buy an already prepped trackbike. I have a 2007 cbr 1k, paid $2500. I replaced all the front brake (master, lines and calipers) and added a slipper clutch, nothing else. Still runs like a top and is a blast, yeah new stuff is faster, but so what. Bonus no insurance costs, tax, title any of that bs.

  • @eze1738
    @eze1738 Před 3 lety

    @bikeworld what tyre sizes do you use 190/55 or 200?

    • @BikeWorldTVshow
      @BikeWorldTVshow  Před 3 lety +1

      They were 190/55's

    • @eze1738
      @eze1738 Před 3 lety

      @@BikeWorldTVshow ah ok, and you felt good leaning and going round corners?

    • @BikeWorldTVshow
      @BikeWorldTVshow  Před 3 lety +2

      @@eze1738 It was fine, Chris had no issues.

  • @leroyjones769
    @leroyjones769 Před 3 lety

    Can I ask what size rear tire you were running?

  • @GSXRPORTUGAL
    @GSXRPORTUGAL Před 3 lety

    Great great!! Couldn't be happier with mine!!
    Hit like if you like GSXRs!
    Thanks for the like! Hit subscribe to see more content if you like! 🔥

  • @AustinPetDetective
    @AustinPetDetective Před 3 lety +1

    I dont think the GSXR has over 200 hp stock ? More like 180 stock standard.

  • @babudheeraj
    @babudheeraj Před 3 lety +4

    Why would someone dislike this video? Beats me🙄

  • @anidiotinaracingcar4874

    Can't you pull the ABS fuse?

    • @flamintasty
      @flamintasty Před rokem

      I removed the ABS on mine altogether.

  • @seventybuick
    @seventybuick Před 3 lety

    I know people have complained about brake fade on the GSXR 1000, did you do anything to the bike to address that?