Thank you for the review. I am a Suzuki man through and through, own the modern Katana and the L0 Gixxer 750. Suzuki just know how to put a riders package together. This is an example of what Suzuki are known for. A real riders bike, good enough quality, and unparalleled reliability and ease of maintenance. What else do you want? Go Suzuki!! Thanks again for a great and very clear review 👍

Nice bike, but can I just say that Simon’s launch reviews are unrivalled on KZread for me; informative, humorous and somehow cohesive despite riding those lovely French roads! Keep up the good work! 👍

I've just purchased this in black. 7 days to go and I'll be collecting it. Great honest review.

@destructiveflow6964

2 ай бұрын

I got mine in white

I like how you still consider SV650 being in the category, when most of other reviewers of late pretty much ignore its existence.

@Geshmaal

Жыл бұрын

Buyers too, the MT-07 basically hasn't depreciated since new in 2015 due to the hype, whereas you can pick up a 2017 SV for half of what it sold for. Insane considering they're pretty much neck and neck as real world bikes with some upsides and some downsides to each.

@exothermal.sprocket

Жыл бұрын

If I was buying a 650cc Japanese naked bike today, I'd buy the SV650. Then throw the kitchen sink of aftermarket at it. I find it more charismatic and interesting than the MT-07.

Enjoyed watching that even though i am not in the market for this type of bike. We are spoiled with some bloody good bike journo's these days, Simon being one of the best of them in my opinion. Good stuff Bennetts, keep it up!

@SteveMuir

Жыл бұрын

Too right.

I agree.. the 8S is a better bike.. top end horsepower figures are irrelevant.. low end power, better tyre sizes and much nicer styling on the Suzuki.

@MrStr8den

Жыл бұрын

I am on my second bmw f800r... took a ktm 890 for a test, it was like riding a 600 supesport - bmw 800 will pull top gear down to 2000 rpm/30 mph, ktm needed 2nd gear coming out of a 30 zone. Edit, the gsx 8s power figures are similar my f800r

@mWETTTE

Жыл бұрын

"better tyre sizes" 🤣🤣🤣🤣

@Nick-Emery

Жыл бұрын

Your argument is a bit weak tbh.

Well done! I'm doing the footpeg test aswell! Looking forward to test this 8s. It's really growing on me. Put an M before the 8 and it might be better! Thank you Simon! (best review of the bunch! I've seen them all)

Totally agree, tried several of the competitors and bought the GSX8S, feels better built than the Honda (wouldn’t have said that 20 years ago!). Remember seeing Simon on the front of PB flipping the bandit 1200, grew up with reading his reviews and he has always been spot on. GSX8S, I didn’t initially like the look, but in the flesh, yep it looks good. The engine is a Dreamy torque rich motor, I had a bandit 600 in 1996 and an SV650. It’s great to see Suzuki back in the game and hits the mark.

Always a great review from Simon covering all all the bases,cheers

That's got to be the best onboard review I've ever seen. Loving your work mate, thank you :)

As a current 650 Bandit owner, if I were to buy one of these I would definitely have to get it in blue.

Great review & like the GSX8S, you saved the best 'til last. Most comprehensive review yet & I've seen them all. Your summary was very good too & conveyed the personality & feel of the bike nicely. Hoping to check one out before the end of the month with a potential purchase in mind this year if it looks & rides as well as it appears to. It seems to be the best all round package to me despite not excelling in any particular area, it's good in all of them. Also goes to show we shouldn't get too hung up on the spec sheet. Group test will be very interesting.

Always a pleasure to watch your road tests , right at the end that hairpin nearly caught the lead rider out ..

Fantastic review. Really enjoyed it. Watching from Melbourne Australia.

Good honest proffesioal review. Thank you Simon.

Suzuki haven't been winning the spec sheet battles for about 15 years so it's good to see some recognition of the tangible and intangible things that go into making a motorcycle "just right". Many journalists have sang praises to the light front end of recent bikes like the MT10 for example. When I rode it as a mere mortal I found it unsettling and way too flightly/twitchy. I like a reassuring planted feel and Suzuki are good at delivering that, even when some journalists deem that boring.

Mr Hargreaves.. great review 👏🏼 met you along with Ronnie and Gus RIP legends

Got to say, looks much nicer in the real world than in pictures on their website. It's growing on me.

Well put, great verdict/summary.

Good man Simon, another very good review !👍 The new parallel twins are very decent bikes.

Looks better than the hornet imo

This is the first time a hear you being positive about a Suzuki😁

Excellent review Simon! Enjoyed that. 👍

@writestuffmedia

Жыл бұрын

Thanks mate 👍

Thanks for the review. I can legally ride a bike like this in 3 months. I will be looking at this when we finally get them in Australia.

No main stand is a pain in the garage for parking a bike. You also forgot to mention it's great bottom end.

Excellent review and great to see someone who takes fuel range into consideration . Looks wise I think Suzuki got it bang on . I wish the gsxs 1000 looked as good .

Really good review with valuable observations, thanks. Great comparisons with the Hornet which is what I wanted to hear. The Hornet has also got more tricksey electronics with more to adjust. The optional quick shifter accounts for Stg240 of the price difference. Nice to hear your conclusions and reasons.

Hats off for showing that

You reviewers have been sitting on the fence in regards to Hornet vs GSX 8s, glad you made a choice and also the one I would choose.

There’s a gaping hole where a belly pan should go imo. Cheers, great review as ever Simon.

I think, Suzuki execom had considered putting the air intake to the front, but they chose not to for obvious reason, to avoid engine misbehaviour. For some, it much more expensive than both Japanese and European competitors (I can't blame them too), but if buy all aftermarket stuff at once, they become more expensive than the 8S. And the weight, I won't blame you too if you feel it, but the weight is well distributed.

It's going to be interesting to see if Suzuki can pull this off. For a while now, they have been kind of the "affordable option". The V-Strom and the SV have been a fair slice cheaper than the competition. Now it looks like they've made the GSX-8S at least a bike that's better than the competition - but more expensive, too. But it also might have been something they couldn't avoid: I don't know if it's still the case, but at least a few years ago they were still building everything except the 125cc bikes in Japan. Kawasaki and Honda at least had moved even the 650 class to Thailand or something. I can only assume it's harder to get a margin on Japanese built bikes.

Great review as is always.. 👍🏍️👍 so many bikes to pit this against, I'd be curious to see the Aprilia 660 Tuono thrown into the mix with this..??

I would take it over the Hornet anytime, mainly because of the looks. I'm wondering when Kawasaki will update their line.

@exothermal.sprocket

Жыл бұрын

I've had a gripe with Kawasaki for many years over their lackluster application of a middle displacement twin cylinder. That 649 buzz box they still make and put into everything (Vulcan S, Versys, Ninja, Z) was designed in 2006. Everyone complains Suzuki doesn't put out new powerplants, why don't they complain about Kawasaki? 180º parallel twins are one of the worst sounding and most vibration prone, next to a 360º parallel twin. Comon Kawasaki, surprise everyone and bring us a true 90º Vtwin in the 700cc range and update your lineup.

Ooh that blue, with the blue wheels... Ooh £1000 more than hornet.. Still appealing. Thanks Simon, great enthusiastic review.

I reckon there's definitely something in sticking a fairing and clip-ons on this bike and having a decent sports tourer now that the V-Strom has moved to a 21" front wheel. At only £1k more than the SV650 this seems like a pretty good deal as it is, more wind protection would just boost its motorway capability etc.

Best Bass playing bike reviewer on the youtube.

@writestuffmedia

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Harry, I'll take that 😊

I was all about getting the Hornet, but then I started reading about the 8S, and I started having doubts. Now this video has totally changed my mind. Yeah, it's more expensive, but you get what you pay for, and I'm prepared to pay the extra to get what the 8S has got.

@writestuffmedia

Жыл бұрын

It's definitely worth test-riding both bikes - there might be things you prefer about one or the other! And my thoughts aren't based on a back-to-back ride, so sometimes opinions can get distorted by weather, roads etc.

@DavidSmith-hn5gg

Жыл бұрын

You get what you pay for yes but I would take Honda build quality and reliability over Suzuki all day long.

Now if it had a half fairing on it would make it more appealing to me. Maybe Suzuki will do that next year to make full use of the platform.

Surprised you've got the speedo set on MPH....is that right? a good comprehensive review!!

Pleased to hear the vibration is nil on this version of the 776 engine. Once again, who is on these Japanese planning committees in the last couple decades when they KEEP DOWNSIZING FUEL CAPACITY?! The 2nd gen SV650 had a 4.5 gallon tank for a very long time. That had the best range ever.

Honest review 🫡

Personally, I prefer the Hornet. Lighter, more nimble and dare I say, more fun.

@cheetor18

Жыл бұрын

And you know this about the hornet because you ve ridden them both, right?

@Steve-motorcycles

Жыл бұрын

@@cheetor18 I have rode the Hornet

@jordanjoestar8839

Жыл бұрын

Smaller rear tire, worse chassis, no quick shifter. Uglier than sin... The power band of the GSX is actually much better up until peak, which with a tune would be identical if not even more powerful. Suzuki is known for gentle tunes. The GSXR gain 25hp from a derestriction. 5hp doesn't convince me of anything, and the slight added weight makes for much more stable riding at higher speeds/highways/windy days.

@1jonblaze

Жыл бұрын

@@jordanjoestar8839 the Honda has a quick shifter that’s works really well. And the smaller rear tyre helps the bike turn faster. Test ride on the bike a couple of days ago then I ordered the Honda. I’m sure all the bikes are good it’s just personal preference. I’ve raced Suzuki motocross bikes in the past. I’ve had all the makes & it really just comes down to personal taste because 99% of road riders never take there bike to the limit or track it to see what it can do.

@stubbk3

Жыл бұрын

I'd take a gsxs750 or even gsr as I think I'd still prefer the inl4

Do a group test soon

Great video! Thanks! Hornet price but love the Suzuki style! Also, mpg need something that doesnt drink to much eheh

Jury out till i've ridden them both. I really like the Hornet but hate the red frame, reminds me of an 80's kitchen. Yellow and grey look nice.

@DavidSmith-hn5gg

Жыл бұрын

I thought that about the frame but when I saw the white one in person I loved it… after a test ride I bought one straight away! What a bike!

what's intro soundtrack/music is ?

Your shoes look a bit flimsy for 85mph lowsides pal 😡🤔. Great review as always Si. You, on the BennettsSocial, are by far and away my favourite bike video content providers. Loads of accurate data, on the fly, ambling behind the lead rider at 90mph (whilst gesticulating and pointing at things 😂). Keep up the good work.

@exothermal.sprocket

Жыл бұрын

How many times did you ride a bicycle without a helmet? Let folks do as they choose without fussing about it.

How are all th3se Journalists forgetting about the Aprilia Tuono/RS660. Arguably the biggest competitor to the 8S and Hornet alike. It's the daddy of the class. Needs to be spoken about.

The wisest people know, if you talk more about the competitor in the review, people don't believe the word what you are saying in the actual product. They look at the competitor and find out it is cheaper, more powerful, lighter, bigger tank, lower fuel consumption... And it is a Honda.... People will buy that hornet in the ratio of 25:1 compared to this. Sadly, this might be a good bike, but Honda just nailed it with the new Hornet. It should be much, much pricier than what it is. Couple thousand more than 8S or 72hp Yamaha, with ancient tech and specs.

I prefer the looks of this over the hornet as well. I would love to demo both personally before making final judgement. I'd likely consider the 890 duke over the GSXS8 however as well. (haven't rode that either but I have been on the SD1290 evo) Cheers from Canada! Good job

@rogerkay8603

Жыл бұрын

Take the Duke, that's my advice - pocket rocket

@dragoclarke9497

Жыл бұрын

​@@rogerkay8603 And enjoy leaving it it the dealers for weeks/months every year for repairs.

@rogerkay8603

Жыл бұрын

@@dragoclarke9497 Both the Duke 390s I have had haven't missed a beat in 16000 miles and 3 years......

@FSH-fv6ww

Жыл бұрын

@@rogerkay8603 I believe the 890 is chinese built though

@rogerkay8603

Жыл бұрын

@@FSH-fv6ww So, Aprillias are too and they don 't get slated like KTM.....

Excellent comments, thank you. I would like to see a comparison to the MT-07, which is cheaper and getting excellent reviews.

@M1KeHD

Жыл бұрын

The Hornet is the same price as mt-07 and everyone seems to like the hornet more on every test so there is your answer. It seems that Hornet and S8 is the biggest rivals if you not going up to a z900 or mt09.

Do you think it is beginner friendly in A2 version?!

I wonder if Suzuki will take a page out of the Yamaha book and give us a gsxr-800 based on the 8s platform??

Hope the paint on the Blue wheels doesn't come off every time you clean them, like my 22 plate GSX S-1000 GT. And no i didn't use a abrasive cleaner, just soap and water.

@fingerscrossed2317

Жыл бұрын

?, How come ?

“I just bought a new Suzuki Fred”. 😂 I’m not sure that’s better.

No one has put these on the Dyno yet!

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

This was the press launch so they’re not available in dealers or on press fleets yet. Soon though.

Would you know, has the 8S got a good bottom end? 😅

Shame about the limited color options. Needed some premium color choices.

Looks a great if overpriced package. I can see deals coming at Suzuki dealers later in the year...

I'm curious: How did the vibration feel against say the inline 4 engine like the GSX-S750?

@exothermal.sprocket

Жыл бұрын

He specified that this 776 twin is very smooth, and not buzzing or tingling through the pegs or bars at higher rpm. Fours are almost always very smooth, with exceptions. Check out the D4A channel on KZread for specific engine vibration and configuration talk. Also Fortnine did a recent video on preferred motorcycle engine layouts.

Where is the touring version? (Don't say 'Vstrom 800DE'). How does it compare with the Triumph Tiger 660?

This bike against the Hornet is just the same as 2021 Trident vs the MT-07. One is a more "fun" "hooligan" bike with some quirks while the other is the more "sensible" bike and is considered to be "better". Even with that, the fun option doesn't lose its appeal and still sell by the bucket loads.

How would you compare the Suzuki 8s motor to the Ducati scramblers?

@jdam28k

Жыл бұрын

I own a scrambler 1100 and it’s very agricultural

I like the looks but 39mpg is terrible. I get 50+ on my Trident and I don't hang about... Nice review sir 👍

@andrewaldridge3801

Жыл бұрын

I agree that 39mpg is terrible but I had a test ride on one today and got 54mpg while riding faster than I generally do. I was really really impressed with the bike.

For me this is so much better than the hornet, I really don't like the look of the hornet. Much prefer the original shape, that's just my opinion. If I was given some money it would defo go on the Suzuki.

@icedidi

Жыл бұрын

but the Suzuki looks nothing like the original hornet either 🤷‍♂ - So much better is a stretch IMO, and it's too expensive compared to the Hornet.

I''ve just ridden the 8S and Hornet back to back. I was sceptical as to whether the 8S was worth £1000 more than the Hornet, but after riding them, I'm convinced the 8S is a better bike - smoother, more refined, roomier and with more usable torque. Plus a quicker shifter as standard. My only irritation was the optional USB socket at an extra £46 - FFS, Suzuki - just include one please!

They should make a GSX-8SR .... *"LITERALLY"*

Do they do it in black? I'm not keen on the bud light blue lol.

@surendarmohan9878

Жыл бұрын

Yes

Is this made in Japan? If yes it might explain why the pricing, as the Hornet is possibly made in Indonesia and the KTM 790 is made in China. Also not sure the Hornet comes standard with a quickshifter or you have to pay for it.

I never did figure out how Simon managed to get such terrible mpg out of bikes.

I like it, lots. If it had 4 more litres in the tank and was £400 less, it would be a no brainer... hope they make an '8f' model with a bigger tank, a larger screen, slightly beefed up, longer subframe and centre stand... it wouldn't take much and would make the bike an incredible all-rounder!

Can you change the TFT screen from KPH to MPH, when you go from country to country.

@loztagain8278

Жыл бұрын

I can on an old sv650s, so I'd be surprised if you couldn't on this. Appreciate that isn't really an answer for you

@writestuffmedia

Жыл бұрын

Yes you can! Easy, too, just hold down the down button for a few seconds to enter set-up (I think, from memory)

In my opinion the 8S is the best naked from japan, but in my opinion the Trident can still win for the looks. And I'm such a noob and not yet a rider that I'd value looks more than performance. I'd use it for commuting so looks and ease will win my money.

I'm not sure about the looks but that's just subjective. Things like mainstand are so important for basics on tour. And how much harder is it to plug a puncture without one, on the road? And does the toolkit allow me to adjust the chain and suspension? There's economical, and taking it too far. But it's not just Suzuki. Good review overall, though. Safe, happy travels 👍

@HeyAddieImTojo

Жыл бұрын

Does the tenere(even in your name) come with a centerstand? No. And it is an Adv bike. This is not a tourer. Weekend toy. Commuter maybe

@teneretraveller8980

Жыл бұрын

@@HeyAddieImTojo I added a centrestand straightaway. It's a must for me. I would do long trips on any bike ,and a puncture can happen anywhere. Perhaps I'm getting old ,but all bikes used to have them. From a Honda 50 to CB750.

@bikersquest

Жыл бұрын

Manufacturer's have clearly changed their approach now, I think some sports bikes even used to have centre stands and proper toolkits

@teneretraveller8980

Жыл бұрын

@@bikersquest they did!

@paulalmond7366

Жыл бұрын

No motorcycle with an underslung exhaust is capable of mounting a centrestand. That's the price of that type of pipe.

Sorry to be pedantic but the GSX-8S is 12kg heavier than the Hornet and 13 more than the Trident, it's also got the highest seat height of all the budget middleweight nakeds as well as being the most expensive.

@writestuffmedia

Жыл бұрын

Yes, sorry, the odd fact slips thru the net when you're chasing a fast Suzuki lead rider on his home turf 😂 End of the day it comes down to personal preference with all this - I just try and explain how the bike feels to me, having ridden a few of them 😊

@writestuffmedia

Жыл бұрын

... but doesn't make me right! Sometimes you ride a bike on a nice launch and completely get it wrong 😎

The devil in me imagined this conversation: "Oh so you could have given it a 100hp but you chose not to?" "Yes because with a different airbox we were able to get more fuel capacity!" "Oh wow okay... I mean I guess people will be okay with that. So it must have a lot of capacity then, how much is there?" "14 liters!" "Oh boy..." A modern bike trait I really dislike is the tiny rear ends. I guess it's because people want them to look that way, but still, it's annoying that you can't strap on anything if you have a pillion. I love that my ZRX 1200 has a bit of a tail for some soft bags (I've gone two up touring without a rack, tents and all!), as does my GSX-R1100, or that my F650 has a proper metal plate with tie-down plates, and so on. In the GSX-8S they've apparently put the brake lights on the license plate holder, which is like the worst of both worlds: Now the people who want the tiny rear end will have to do even more modding, but those of us who'd like some space don't have any either.

I want one 💙 is 38mpg Really thrashing the 8S ?

@falchiherve2024

Жыл бұрын

You r right!! I allready ordered the New v strom 800 viva suzuki

@andrewaldridge3801

Жыл бұрын

I found it easy to get 54mpg on a test ride and I bet if you did a steady 65-70 you'd get a lot more than that. Yes, must have been really thrashed by these guys as well as being at high altitude.

Always liked Suzuki since my GSX750 in 1980. Was liking this until you said 38mpg! They haven't made anything like that since their Rotary 750 in 1976😅 And £1156 more than the Hornet won't help it out of the door either. 38mpg!!😂🤣😭

@ragerider6283

Жыл бұрын

These boys were thrashing the absolute pants off them all day long so in the real world the mpg will be miles better with normal everyday riding.

@splodge5714

Жыл бұрын

🩲 on the official Suzuki launch probably going no faster than the average Joe up the mountain road or through Nice city centre. No modern bike, least of all an 800 twin, should be getting 38mpg 🩲

@ragerider6283

Жыл бұрын

@@splodge5714 Maybe but plenty of video evidence to suggest otherwise.

@loztagain8278

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, genuinely shocking.

@HeyAddieImTojo

Жыл бұрын

Guys it is impossible for a euro5 bike to use that much fuel in a normal ride. It would not pass emissions laws😂😂 they can’t go out and say they thrashed it on the road, but they did. How do i know? Suzuki even CLOSED part of the mountain road for the launch.

With barely more power, cheap plastics, really thin frame, narrow tire and looks that make your eyes burn, the Hornet is a parts bin special. This GSX-8S was much more well thought out with its full size rear tire, Stout frame and chassis, oem quick shifter and a bit more buttoned up and thought out looks. You can tell Suzuki really cared about this and took their time. The Hornet is just a buzzed up naked meant to fill a hole in their market share. Not as much love nor care was given by Honda, as it was Suzuki. Sure, it lacks in electronics and that's 100% why I have a GSXR 750 sitting in my garage, and not something fancier. I'm in control, not the bike. How I prefer.

@Surpriseify

Жыл бұрын

10% more power Lighter Same tech, undeniably the more fun bike to ride. Looks obviously is subjective. I think honda nailed it, use parts from other bikes (CB 500 as an exampel) and focus on a better engine, better suspension and more power. Also hey, its cheaper! Suzi dropped the ball.

@icedidi

Жыл бұрын

"Sure, it lacks in electronics and that's 100% why I have a GSXR 750 sitting in my garage, and not something fancier. I'm in control, not the bike. How I prefer." I presume you drive a car from an era before ABS, stability control, power steering, hill hold etc. After all, it's always best that way 😉

@Surpriseify

Жыл бұрын

@@icedidi always a ball when people say they prefer bikes without TC/ABS etc. Whilst at the same time damn well knowing they cant handle a powerslide or anything of the matter. So they just poodle around using 10% of their bikes potential instead

@icedidi

Жыл бұрын

​@@Surpriseify 😆 his turn of phrasing comes across as someone of younger years heavily invested in the GSX8-s 'beating' the hornet.

I wanted to hear the engine noise a little bit more.

@writestuffmedia

Жыл бұрын

From now on in my videos I'm going to try and make sure I find time to do a standing start just with engine noise 👍

What's with the broken pain lines on the SIDES of the highway? That is just bizarre? Some bureocrat's family owns a highway paint company? LOL what a silly thing? If it is for safety? I can see THAT backfiring in ultra dense fog with a driver thinking they can "change lanes"

The 8S is very nice looking, and appears to have some quality to it, but I think the price difference between it and the Honda is going to be hard to overcome.

@jordanjoestar8839

Жыл бұрын

With the QS add on and other options on the Hornet they end up around the same.

@gsm_liv8980

Жыл бұрын

@@jordanjoestar8839 what options? The only thing this thing has over the Hornet is the quickshifter and even if you add in that quickshifter, it's still not the same price

@spazda_mx5

Жыл бұрын

@@jordanjoestar8839 There is a load of stuff you can get from Honda for the Hornet, but the QS is the only thing I'd bother with, and with it added there'd still be a big gap in price. Unfortunately for Suzuki a lot of people are going to look at the specs and see a heavier, less powerful and more expensive motorcycle, regardless of it potentially being the better bike.

@syedmuhamadnaqibsyedmohdab7018

Жыл бұрын

@@jordanjoestar8839 yep aggree

@syedmuhamadnaqibsyedmohdab7018

Жыл бұрын

@@gsm_liv8980 he means if you add quickshifter on hornet it would end up around the same price with 8S..

I am doing Motovlog with my Suzuki. But not Gsx-8s

The fuel ⛽️ consumption is terrible, I have done 1000 miles on the new hornet and I'm averaging 68 mpg measured at the pump.

@corin6677

Жыл бұрын

Yes but the Hornet looks a bit shit .

@splodge5714

Жыл бұрын

38mpg is ridiculous from an 800cc twin (or any other motorbike😂) Consigned this one to the bin.

@ragerider6283

Жыл бұрын

They were thrashing the hell out of this on the launch so not a fair reflection of typical mpg for everyday riding. They also didn't get 68mpg out of the Hornet on it's launch either so only long term tests & owners feedback in time for both bikes will give an accurate picture. However I do think the Suzuki must be thirstier as 38 is pretty low & even with conservative speed limit riding everywhere, I doubt you'd get over 50mpg.

@splodge5714

Жыл бұрын

It's a Suzuki official launch. Maybe they should tell their lead rider to slow down a bit and obey the speed limits. Ridiculous to come away from the press launch saying the bike returns 38mpg.

@ragerider6283

Жыл бұрын

@@splodge5714 They closed the road although to be fair I doubt that negates the speed limit. However the point being if they closed the road, they were going for it. There's about 20 video reviews on You Tube showing it. One journo openly says (not in this vid) it gets a bit blowy over 100mph. Not condoning it, just illustrating that the general pace was high & encouraged by a closed road & a quick Suzuki France lead test rider. Not your average riding by any means. FYI Suzuki claim 67mpg which I will be the first to say I find hard to believe.

We have here (the Netherlands) demo days from. Suzuki and Kawasaki. Nothing heard from Honda yet. But if you ride for example a 8s and you say wauw 😮what a bike is this you bye it i quess.

I like the idea and the engine of this bike but the look is kinda odd and toyish, gsxs 750 looks more aggressive and bigger

Interesting how character wise this time around the spiciest bike so far among the japanese middle-weight nakeds is a Honda. More power, light, more agile, more fun. It’s like they’re the only ones who decided to go the 790/890 duke route. I wonder whats Kawasaki gonna do.

It is exactly 1000 bucks better than the hum drum hornet.

@Surpriseify

Жыл бұрын

Eh How lol Same tech Heavier Less power Its hardly a "clear winner" lmao. Might be to you, but objectivly not.

@syedmuhamadnaqibsyedmohdab7018

Жыл бұрын

@@Surpriseify just extra 8hp doesnt mean anything to me since it's already big bike.. I'm current Gladius owner..plus 8S have more torque

@syedmuhamadnaqibsyedmohdab7018

Жыл бұрын

@@Surpriseify just fyi tech slightly diff..quickshifter is standard for 8S..not for hornet, it's option and plus money if u want it..

@Surpriseify

Жыл бұрын

@@syedmuhamadnaqibsyedmohdab7018 10% is a big deal, including the weight. Make no mistake the Hornet is a lot faster. Your choice obviously.

@moorepower13

Жыл бұрын

@@Surpriseify more power where? Torque is the real world number that you use every day. The comparison drag races will be interesting. Let's see.

Hornet looks like a plastic toy . I'd take the Suzuki

@DavidSmith-hn5gg

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😂😂 the Suzuki looks very plasticky!

Like the gsx 8s, my bmw f800r has plenty of bottom end... ride like a granny and it will do 67mpg, hammering it you'll be hard pushed to get it down to 50mpg

@steamixion

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Indeed, inc. a16 litre tank, giving my similar f700GS 200 mile range, not plodding.

That pillion seat....ffs!🤣

Duke 890 all the way!

@Surpriseify

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At double the price And at 50% the reliablity, hell no lmao.

@MrStr8den

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Had a go on a 890... engine is shit, no bottom end power

direct competitor to Yamaha MT07 but faster! Honda WAY faster then Yamaha what? 72 ish? 10 down on GSX and 20 down on the hornet?

here in the US Japanese bikes aren't coming along very good

The thing that's never mentioned in these reviews is pillion provision. From what I can see, none of these are adequate for my wife who still comes with me on longish trips despite being nearly seventy, so that rules them all out.

@writestuffmedia

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There's never an opportunity to take an experienced pillion for a long ride on a launch. Occasionally we could take someone who works for the manufacturer, but you wouldn't get an unbiased report from them!

Hope it comes in other colours. That blue looks like painted plastic.

Call it the GIXXUS-8

To me, the Suzuki just looks more expensive, and more substantial than the Honda. The Honda just looks a bit meh... and a bit budget commuter. It's a shame the 8s doesn't have the same top-end power as the Honda. But there is never a unicorn.

Suzuki’s claimed economy figures, tested under World Motorcycle Test Cycle (WMTC) conditions, are 56 mpg (US). With a 3.7-gallon tank that suggests a range of 207 miles is theoretically possible. Honda claims 54 mpg in the Hornet, giving a potential range of around 216 miles from the 4-gallon tank.