Riding The All New Suzuki GSX-8R
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- čas přidán 28. 02. 2024
- The parallel-twin sportbike segment continues to heat up with the introduction of Suzuki’s 2024 GSX-8R ($9,439). Not a true supersport but positioned adjacent to the GSX-R line of sport and superbikes, the 8R is a kinder, gentler sportbike designed for motorcyclists seeking an easy to live with streetbike.
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Great Clip on this machine!! At 64 years young I Bought the 1st 1 on the ground in Colorado 2 weeks ago, This BIKE FITS ALL SKILL SETS !!! This is like getting 3 bikes in 1,!! ,Again Killer job with the video !!!
I think this is a great attempt by Suzuki to keep people interested with sport bikes. It has the looks of a 600 super sport, but the daily livability to be more fun and economical on the street while still offering a high level of sport when you want to ride that way. It’s the kind of bike that compliments the dual sport, adventure, and adventure touring bike I have. This bike checks the boxes for looks, sharp street handling, and ability to do great times on a track. It only offends hard core riders that are not willing to get unfolded off their track purpose super sports of old. And there is nothing wrong with that. But given how few riders there are for the 4Cyl super sports of the past, can’t expect a company to keep making a product people are not buying and is not profitable. Appreciate that they are turning their eyes to something sportier at all.
At least it didn't butcher the GSXR linage unlike the current "R7" (cough owo1)
Dang well said!
Nice! It's amazing that can talk/review while doing fast laps.
Glad to see Suzuki come alive with an all new model that sounds like a great bike to ride.
I'm buying one
@@redsview A powersports dealer near me has the 8R for $8500 and has an 8S for $7000 Im going to get the 8R and it will probably be the grey and red.
Genius package. With the whole line up refreshed and doing well, I believe they are about to slap that screen and tech into newer versions of the 600/750/1000. Im thinking since they dropped out of MotoGP to save money for development we are going to see the best superbikes from them yet.
Saving the best for last. This GSX8R is a near perfect street bike for daily riding with a sweet powerband.
One pair of sticky tires away from a track day says it all .
other reviewers have said the same thing
For a sport bike, that looks like a very comfortable upright, seating position whereas you don’t have to do 80 miles an hour all the time to be comfortable
It's like a modern day F4i, one of the best street bikes I've ever owned.
it's more of a sport touring rather than dedicated sport bike
Tuck no matter what.
Nice review. I really like it, but you have to know what it is & what it's not. I used to have a GSXR600 & then a 750 & I'm done with sports bikes now so this really appeals to me. I'm not planning on doing any track days, don't need crazy performance but I do need good comfort & something that doesn't cost too much. It looks like a great all-rounder.
excellent review Adam!
I'm very suprised that seat comfort is so overlooked. I'm glad to hear Suzuki seats are comfortable.
Not on a long ride, they never have been
I was actually surprised he mentioned the seat is comfortable for a long ride. At a recent motorcycle show I mounted the bike and I found the seat is VERY hard and uncomfortable. Big difference from it's competition like new Triumph Daytona or Ninja 650. The seat, in my opinion, is designed for short spirited twisty rides. Until aftermarket offers softer version, I wouldn't even consider it as a daily rider which Suzuki positions 8R as.
Form always over function. Every. Single. Time.
There's never been a factory motorcycle seat that an aftermarket seat maker couldn't do MUCH better.
Adam! Thanks to this video, I'm sure you can fill in the blanks. A very sweet ride.
Very good, you explained it well. ..Oz
Looks like a fun bike for a decent price. Great video!
This was the best review
Suzuki is very deliberate in what they do. Everyone wanted them to hurry up and come up with new, but when they finally did they did so in the right way: a 270 degree firing p twin that is then used in multiple models. All the models are getting good reviews. Better to be this way and have a platform you can build around for a while, instead of rapid changes that miss the mark.
But unfortunately I don't have a good reason to trade my SV650 in - yet - or the funds to do so.... What I'd like to see them do is take the European VStrom 250 and make it a 400 and then sell it here to compete against the 450 Himalayan and CFMoto MT, etc. and leapfrog the Versys 300 X, but I doubt they will do it.... although if they paired it with the long overdue update to the DRZ400, I think it be another winning platform. (I would be more motivated to find $ for that as a 2nd bike) Time will tell.
Great bike. Test rode it. Loved it. Watched all the reviews on it. Almost bought it then I saw the service intervals on it. Doesn't work for the amount I ride. Oil changes at 3750 miles is a bit much for how many miles I put on a bike. Def increases the cost of ownership. Great bike otherwise. Wish more reviewers mentioned this in their reviews.
Yup, Suzuki needs a rethink about their service intervals.
Every 7500 miles in the UK?
@@stephenclarke6114 Dang. It's 3,750 here in the states.
Interesting service interval. I think the mfgs are doing that in purpose these days to get more money out of folks who don't work on their bikes. Sounds a wee bit overaggressive.
Test rode one at Bikeweek yesterday. Very nice bike, motor surprised me a lot for such a low hp rating. Only dislike was the quick shifter sucked up and down. The GSX-S1000 had a much smoother one.
I rode one and the shifter was fine. It does seem to get better with a properly broken in engine.
I did too. We didn't have a route to open it up. It was working fine on the blue one I took. I give Suzuki Team a 5 out of 10 for test ride experience. They need to follow the benchmark Harley Davidson sets on solo test rides.
Already liked this bike when I heard of it. Your comment about it being comparable to Aprilia rs660 has me even more interested. A reliable rs660 is my dream bike lol
As impressed as I am by the bike, Adam giving a full review, complete with technical details, WHILE doing a track day. Incredible
Got a chance to test ride one at Daytona last week. Beautifully set up bike. I'm thinking about buying this over the GSXR750. Waiting to see if Suzuki will come out with an awesome anniversary edition update with updated LEDs and fairing next year. It will be either that or this. Ergonomics, handlebars, chassis provides solid feel and stability, twin engine is a hoot, the power shifter works like a dream. In a class of it's own.
Hi, is the riding position comfortable, especially for longer journeys or touring even? I was looking at the naked 8S but then saw this one with fairing and thought it might be more comfortable, but that would depend on the riding position. Thanks 🏍👍
Sweet Bike!
Talking while track day... Awesome review.. Adam is the man.. so what is the top speed on this bike 130 ? I live in Texas Like to get a top case for this Bike and do a New orleans weekend. Hit the Ozarks IN arkansas on vaca... ya finally a bike you can tour on that isn't 20k and 600lbs..
Reminds me of a 98 Honda CBR 600F3. Steel frame. Vibrates a lot on the contrary.
i wish they updated their 600/750 with a front end like this (while maintaining the same riding position as before
I want one, in yellow!
I'm tempted by this to get back in the saddle but i love the gsxr in line 4, being on a twin would be a bit odd.
Test ride it. I thought so too. Rode one last week at Daytona and it's a sweet, fun, and confidence building bike. Great handling and ergonomics. I didn't think I'd like it. Better than you think.
I want this Bike 🎉
In the end, isn't this more of a modern rendition of the RF model line? Suzuki has had the "everyman/woman's everyday sport bike" before.
yes it was the Katana 600 back in the days wish I could find one.
Which track was that?
Your assessment of this bike sounded like manufactured faint praise but the thumbnail for this video seems to sum it up better.
Is this bike worth the extra $2000 over the SV 650?
What a beautiful explanation, the guy rides the motorcycle and writes poetry. said everything about the bike, congratulations. Of course I'm still more into the 4 cylinder engine.
All these new bikes are 2 cylinders with a random engine size.
Well I bet this bike doesn't seem slow. I bet it does the 1/4 mile under 12 seconds without too much trouble.
Would this bike be good for touring? The new vstrom 800 re is only a few hundred dollars more than this bike, wouldn't it be a better touring bike?
Not straight out of the box. Riding comfort is good for day rides. Screen too short to protect you from fatigue. Can be easily upgraded. Unfortunately, the rear is cut really short and does not provide enough room to mount luggage efficiently. You could always throw a canvas bag and bungee strap it. The package and infrastructure don't really support that. You could get away for a weekend easily with a back pack and tank bag. The tank is metal and not a cheap piece of plastic. I test rode it at Daytona last week. Awesome bike
Actually an awesome bike that gets tons of negative comments in posts and videos. 😮
Easy to bang on the keyboard. Not easy to ride one and be objective about it.
They want Suzuki to produce inline-4 engines so they can rag on Suzuki about how soulless another "boring inline-4 is". Suzuki can't win. They want Suzuki to produce another V-twin engine so they can complain about how roasted their butt and thighs are from the rear cylinder heat. They want Suzuki to produce another parallel twin so they can complain about how Suzuki just does whatever everyone else is doing. They want Suzuki to add more electronics so they can complain about how expensive Suzuki's bikes are. They want Suzuki to keep controls simple, so they can complain about what a lack of electronics and gizmos Suzuki has on this bike. Suzuki cannot win.
I think the problem isn't Suzuki at all. I think the problem is the jaded, cynical, marketing-drunk, mostly non-riding community is, who would rather spend money to buy skill and experience, than to improve themselves on whatever motorcycle they already have.
The parallel twin is narrower than the V-twin? That doesn't sound right.
Too little too late?
I'm still struggling to understand why one would pick this over a 600 supersport - I had the same question when the R7 came out. Both the R7, GSX-8R have less power than their 600cc sibling like R6, GSX-R 600, while weighing upwards 30+ lbs heavier in terms of wet weight. The GSX-R 600 is around 425 lbs wet while the GSX-8R is a whopping 452 lbs wet...
$3k price difference? 🤷♂️
That’s a good question.
My guess, and only a guess, is that it’s designed for general public. The 600 is designed for people they want to go fast, like… FAST.
His comment was this was the “Every man’s (and woman’s) bike) and they doing know hire to necessarily ride like you, again, I’m guessing on your ability but given the question I’m figuring you know how to ride.
Someone like me could have the pleasure of riding a bad ass Wick bike, without the temperance of a feisty 600.
Thoughts?
These are cheaper and have a more comfortable seating position
600cc bikes are in essence track bikes with fairings. 0 bottom end torque and the power is at the top of the rev range, and torture rack riding positions. R7 and GSX8R and designed for the road and can do 90 percent of what a 600 can do
Because these are designed for general public use, and such have more low down torque, more comfortable ergonomics, and is overall cheaper than the supersport counterparts.
We see this with the Ninja 650 compared to the 636 as well, one is designed to eat track miles and go fast. The other is better for day to day use.
The issue with the r7 specifically is it has the low down torque and is cheaper, but it keeps the supersport ergonomics. I'm not sure why
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WOW, that is under-powered!!!
I thought so too, until I test rode one at Daytona last week.
Suzuki just doing Suzuki things. Building great bikes.
Should I trade in my cbr650r for one?
No
There’s nothing like the sound of an in-line4
If you're looking for a torque monster, leaving the gear in 3rd and cruise twisties on pure power, then yes, if you love to rev high and squeeze top end power, then keep your 659
both on the same class with distinct engine characteristics, choose what suits you, it's not like comparing Zx-6R to CB600RR and GSX-R600
Car drivers would be pilots too i suppose
looks good, and Iam sure a great bike, but parallel twins are the most soulless motors. I dont get this trend from the big four, just a recycled engine, in a nice chassis., sure its about money
As an 890R owner, I disagree. Soulless is a 600 cc 4 cylinder with inadequate street able torque. Unless you only require sound for a soul.
Affordability
Exactly, they created this segment to sell cheaper bikes at a greater profit and named them to try and trick people who are getting into bikes or don't research.
@@vtxgenie1They are not "tricking" anybody. Not everybody needs the fastest or most premium bike lol
I'm not sure why the mere existence of some bikes bothers some of you so much.
Give it a rest
Not to mention emissions
Does it not produce 86 horsepower? 😊
83 but def doesnt feel like it. Highly recommend testing, if i would have to guess how much HP i would say 100
Not a fan of any gsxr after the k5 although my Busa is the definite favourite out of my three bikes. The k5 1000 is astounding in the twisties compared to the Busa though
Great review considering you were occupied at the time. No wonder your buddies were passing you. They're focused on one thing.
Can you even call it a sport bike when you’re under 100hp at 700cc.
lol the R7 is a joke
Can you call a Corvette a sports car when you're not driving a McLaren, Lamborghini, Ferrari, Pagani, Bugatti, Koenigsegg, or Porsche?
@@NudaMan It's been winning races with MotoAmerica Twins Cup up against a more powerful Aprilia RS660.
I think from 2000 right to around 2020 were the peak years of motorcycling,it all went downhill from then on
I don't agree at all.
1 year warranty? C’mon Suzuki, you can do better than that.
Rip Suzuki
800 cc is a mid sized motorcycle. 😅
SO wait??? its an automatic??
I'd rather a scooter🤣
Then go ahead. I'd love to have this bike.
Yes, this bike doesn't deserve an 8 in it's name. Maybe a 5. Subpar brakes, suspension and engine. This bike is only riding on the Suzuki legacy
I think suzuki just fucked up really bad with that model 🤦🤦🤦
Go for a test ride. I thought so too, until trying it out at Daytona.
Who cut the rear seat from this motorcycle? What is this stupid trend? How ugly can the plate holder be???
The plate holders are the first thing to go. Along with stock mirrors. The rear looks ok for a $9K new bike.
This bike is NOT in the same class as the GSXR600/750/1000….NOT EVEN CLOSE!! Please stop saying that “it fits adjacent” with the others.
Totally agree, I really dislike this relatively new class of bikes and their labeling.
Yeah a bunch of slow souless bikes with cool names.
Agree. But sadly all the bikes you mention will soon disappear. Here in Australia the only GSXR you can buy new is the 000 and it’s anyone’s guess as to how long that will last. I hate to say it but I think Suzuki views the 8r as the new definition of their r series sports/performance bikes. The 8r is a sheep in wolfs clothing and for that reason alone will do very well.
I agree with you guys, pretty soon the in-line for BIKES will be a thing of the past. I don’t understand why they are coming in this direction. I will keep my 750 forever, still riding it at 61 years old, what an amazing bike!
I'm not sure Adam said it was. He said it wasn't a track focused competition bike like the GSXR's & was a more road focused sporty all-rounder. Adjacent means next to as in separate from, not with but I can see the confusion.
terrible review video.
The seat is comfortable.
The twin makes torque.
Ergonomics aren't aggressive.
Windscreen gets the job done.
Mirrors provide a really good view.
It's so much fun.
Built in Japan.
Engine is smooth.
Chassis is composed.
Street oriented sport bike.
Has power modes.
COMON WAHEED. I could discern this by going on Suzuki's website and reading.
Looks more like a scooter. To each its own. Good luck selling them. Not. Lol
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Could you rank the GSX-8R above the Yamaha FZ-6R in terms of overall performance?
How does it match up against the Ducati supersport?
This Suzuki has almost 10 hp and 11 ft lb more power and about 15 lbs lighter. Power to weight and the electronics are more up to date(ie Quickshifter standard)
@@freebehindbars8654 vs the FZ-6R or Ducati 950S?
@@DroppingBombs4ever FZ
@@DroppingBombs4ever It doesn’t match up against the Ducati very well, other than weight.
GSX-8R plays with RS660, YZF-R7, CBR650R, Daytona 660.
with that weak hp it is not a middleweight.... a gsxs 750 would destroy that turd.....
You'd be a turd to compare it to a different category.
You totally missed the point of what this bike is about. This is like the Aprilia RS660 or Ducati Supersport. Not intended to replace or compete with GSXR. Or any thoroughbred superbike. This is a sporty daily rider that has plenty of go, but won't kill you or your license.
@@harranLab If I had $5 for every time I've read people "destroying new X model" that's come out on the market with some unrelated motorcycle that they like...
The GSX-S750 wasn't that great of a seller because it was stuck between the 650 class and the 900/1000cc class. The GSX-S1000 WOULD DESTROY the 750. See how stupid this is?