New Suzuki GSX-S1000GT First Look | Exclusive Interview!

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BikeSocial's Michael Mann gets an exclusive look around the new 150bhp #Suzuki #GSXS1000GT
Interviews with Suzuki GB Director, Paul De Lusignan, and Steve Hacklett, Product Planning Manager, offer all the detail surrounding this new-for-2022 #motorcycle
📖 CONTENTS
▶️ 00:00 Intro and video overview
▶️ 00:27 Riding montage
▶️ 01:01 Interview (Paul De Lusignan, Suzuki GB Director)
▶️ 04:45 Price and availability
▶️ 05:38 Interview (Steve Hacklett, Suzuki GB Product Planning Manager)
▶️ 05:54 Performance
▶️ 07:23 Rider Modes
▶️ 08:20 Cruise control
▶️ 09:00 Fuel tank and mpg
▶️ 10:00 New tech, new dash, new app
▶️ 12:00 Wheels, tyres, suspension
▶️ 14:20 Accessories
▶️ 15:25 Colours
▶️ 16:12 BikeSocial Membership advert
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  • @jonparr1148
    @jonparr11482 жыл бұрын

    At last a manufacturer who recognizes not all of us want to go touring on an ADV, the return of a 'proper' Sporting / Touring bike which can take 2 away and still have real fun in the twisties and on track. Looking forward to getting a test on this next year.

  • @benwells2338

    @benwells2338

    2 жыл бұрын

    Exactly! So many people have said this segment of bike is on life support, and suddenly Suzuki comes around and injects some life back into it. Looking forward to the reviews to come and to see this beast in person, such a beautiful bike!

  • @dazasakigarage

    @dazasakigarage

    2 жыл бұрын

    Look at the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX Suzuki have just copied this bike

  • @drewmorg.

    @drewmorg.

    2 жыл бұрын

    Just curious Jon why someone would choose one of these "old school" Sport Touring bikes over the ADV segment which people have grown to love? Truthfully asking. The way I see it compared to a 1050 XT or Tracer 9 GT is just that these are wider in the engine area and less torquey for street riding. For true LONG distance highway cruising I totally understand the point of the silky and powerful 4.

  • @pedroazevedo1868

    @pedroazevedo1868

    2 жыл бұрын

    I don't understand this annoying trend of making motorcycles for riding in the desert! The vast majoriry of motorcyclists travel on asphalt roads. If you want to ride on the mount, buy a dirty motorcycle! Please! I dream of the day that someone builds a medium-high displacement motorcycle for road touring. At Honda, f.e. you don't have any options. Up next NC 750X there is NOTHING! And it was so easy! Mount the CB 650R engine on the NC chassis for example. F#ckng ADV rally dirty things. 🙄

  • @drewmorg.

    @drewmorg.

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@pedroazevedo1868 Tracer 9

  • @UpsideDownFork
    @UpsideDownFork2 жыл бұрын

    Well played Suzuki. A bit late to the party but looks like you’ve done it properly. Better late than never!

  • @can-uc-wakeup

    @can-uc-wakeup

    2 жыл бұрын

    'Better late then never', a bit late to the market. The world is in a financial meltdown and they think people have nearly 12 thousand pounds to buy a bike; was it just bad luck. With job losses coming, unemployment rising and an energy market squeeze, £11,600 when people are losing their jobs, is too much. Not everyone can live just a life of credit; and they way things are going, very few people will be for much longer. Biking in the UK is getting harder every day; the roads, the people, the risks.

  • @UpsideDownFork

    @UpsideDownFork

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@can-uc-wakeup It's true what you say but the competition is all more expensive, some by a very long way! Suzuki also offer plenty of other cheaper options for those who can't afford this model. You can hardly blame Suzuki for the market and economic forces at play here. Send a letter to your MP instead.

  • @can-uc-wakeup

    @can-uc-wakeup

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@UpsideDownFork It's not Suzuki's fault, that they are so far in debt, that they are having to charge these prices, just to service the debts they are in. All manufacturers are now caught in the same trap, struggling to survive in a declining market place. As for writing to an MP, you may as well flush toilet paper down the toilet, for all that will do! The UK is bankrupt, and very few people can see it. Market and economic forces at play are unknown to most people; where do you see it, and where do you think it is going? What do you think is coming? Are your suspicions answered at can-uc? KZread and website. This is just the beginning, where is the end? Reality or a dream, where do we live? If they hide it from you, how will you know? Open your eyes to the world around you

  • @greatcornholio5541

    @greatcornholio5541

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@can-uc-wakeup great reset…money is going to just be 1’s and 0’s on a computer screen. Debt forgiveness for governments and companies that play along, as far as humans mark of the beast and social credit score. Might as well have a nice bike to take for a weekend trip while the globalist Usher that in

  • @can-uc-wakeup

    @can-uc-wakeup

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@greatcornholio5541 Yes, money will switch to the computer screen IF we allow it. And IF we allow it, there will be no barter, there will be no cash, there will be no negotiations when trying to get a good deal on a bike. We will all be living on credit, everyone will be in debt, and the system will own everything we are. Is that what people want; to be more slaves to a system, than they already are? The Great Reset will not be what people expect. Too many people will have to suffer, businesses will not escape unscathed; most if not all are already insolvent and owned by the banks. Down the rabbit hole if you care to look ...

  • @morri03
    @morri032 жыл бұрын

    The first Suzuki in a decade that doesn’t look hideous, cheap or miles behind its competitors from the get go. Nice job.

  • @DeepakRaj-zc3zn

    @DeepakRaj-zc3zn

    2 жыл бұрын

    What about new Gsx-s 1000

  • @Tenktory

    @Tenktory

    2 жыл бұрын

    I don't like the profile of the front part. It looks extremely heavy. Besides that, it's a nice design.

  • @maxdamage4919

    @maxdamage4919

    2 жыл бұрын

    Most manufacturer copy Suzuki design, check the old B-KING from 2000 concept the design is copying by honda, kawasaki, yamaha etc. Dont mention BMW copy the DR BIG design. So i disagree

  • @Critastic

    @Critastic

    2 жыл бұрын

    The 2018 gsxr1000 I rode was an absolute beast of a bike.

  • @maskedavenger2578

    @maskedavenger2578

    2 жыл бұрын

    That’s what I like about Suzuki’s they do their own thing at their own pace ,& keep things & prices real for the punters .

  • @Banditmanuk
    @Banditmanuk2 жыл бұрын

    Surprised its taken Suzuki so long. Looks great and thankfully a manufacturer producing a sports tourer that isn't a jacked up adventure style bike. £11,500 is a good price.

  • @huynhxuanviet9818

    @huynhxuanviet9818

    2 жыл бұрын

    Looks very good, better than the Yamaha Tracer 9 imho.

  • @Banditmanuk

    @Banditmanuk

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@huynhxuanviet9818 Think so, could be a big seller for Suzuki

  • @ioandragulescu6063

    @ioandragulescu6063

    2 жыл бұрын

    yeah but what suzuki does is tweak and polish something until it's "boringly" perfect :)

  • @peterwilliams1004

    @peterwilliams1004

    2 жыл бұрын

    Centre stand?

  • @Banditmanuk

    @Banditmanuk

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@peterwilliams1004 There are loads of things you could argue it should have but then it would be more expensive.

  • @fictiveaudio
    @fictiveaudio2 жыл бұрын

    They're on to a winner with this, well done Suzuki!!

  • @GPz84

    @GPz84

    2 жыл бұрын

    Well done indeed. Suzuki made a clone of the Ninja 1000SX, very innovative.

  • @fictiveaudio

    @fictiveaudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@GPz84 It might not be innovative they way you want it to be but Suzuki have a great platform to build many bikes upon. There aren’t many sport tourers around anymore so I’m glad they’re making one, I couldn’t care less if it bears resemblance to the Kawasaki or not, you could say that for any bike within a specific segment.

  • @MachoMadness69420
    @MachoMadness694202 жыл бұрын

    Great to see Suzuki finally starting to update their range. And I’m glad that their approach to the GSX-S range is for them to be sensibly priced 100% road bikes. Let’s just hope that the TFT display will find its way to the naked version as well.

  • @markoligaya560

    @markoligaya560

    2 жыл бұрын

    It is first actually

  • @mishko01
    @mishko012 жыл бұрын

    The GSXR1000 k5 motor is still the king of the inline fours as far as I'm concerned. It may only put out152PS which in today's crazy numbers of 200+ hyper horsepower mounts may seem like a paltry number by comparison. In the real world however unless you are Joan Mir or Alex Rins, you'll never need more than what this bike offers. I would buy one for the K5's bark alone.

  • @maskedavenger2578

    @maskedavenger2578

    2 жыл бұрын

    Suzuki’s do what it says on the tin ,never owned or rode one of any capacity that disappointed me .We in the U.K. have a national speed limit of 70 mph & loads of unmarked cop cars & speed cameras .not to mention homicidal cage drivers .No one needs more than 80 hp ,unless they are loaded up with two pie eaters & everything but the kitchen sink .200 hp ,is totally over the top for normal real world road riding .

  • @mishko01

    @mishko01

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@maskedavenger2578 I couldn't agree more. Your assessment applies here in the states as well, with the speed cameras being the only omission, as they are unlawful. The highest speed limit of 80MPH is confined to a few stretches of HWY, otherwise, it is between 55 and 70 everywhere else.

  • @daveo9844

    @daveo9844

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@mishko01 I wish we had that ‘unlawful’ ruling on speed cameras here in Oz 🤑🥺

  • @bern1e74

    @bern1e74

    2 жыл бұрын

    I’ve just ordered one. Im trading in my 200bhp 2019 GSX-R1000R for it. I was never gonna ride that bike to its full potential, no matter how much I love it.

  • @kodekun7267
    @kodekun72672 жыл бұрын

    Thank you suzuki! Ive been waiting for so long for you guys to come back being a competitive motorcycle manufacturer. That is a sweet looking bike

  • @barryjmarling
    @barryjmarling2 жыл бұрын

    Really liking the looks of this bike,what a machine for the money.

  • @ToddTube1
    @ToddTube12 жыл бұрын

    This is exactly what I was looking for 2 years ago when I bought the Ninja 1000ABS, It's very similar.

  • @chapterrv

    @chapterrv

    2 жыл бұрын

    Nice. I was cross shopping the Ninja 1k before I got my Susuki S750. I liked the Ninja, but its fuel economy was a con. Really curious to see how this new bike does

  • @DjonnyR

    @DjonnyR

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@chapterrv First time i hear someone talking about fuel economy on a bike

  • @suzukibender1090

    @suzukibender1090

    2 жыл бұрын

    Same, I traded my gsxs 1000f for the ninja lol

  • @chapterrv

    @chapterrv

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@suzukibender1090 how do you like the Ninja?

  • @chapterrv

    @chapterrv

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@DjonnyR I've been tracking mpgs in my cars for years. Just to know what I'm getting. Did the same when I started riding. I liked that my first bike got close to 50 on regular gas. So, Bike fuel economy isn't the most important thing to me now that I'm into more powerful bikes. But it'd be hard for me to justify getting something that's both less efficient than my car and also requires premium. That's what I found when researching the Ninja. Felt like a double con.

  • @kugangles9860
    @kugangles98602 жыл бұрын

    Nice, always good when more competition is added to the sports touring segment.

  • @gokmen9928
    @gokmen99282 жыл бұрын

    This is the first Suzuki model I liked in my life. All in one model. 1000cc super sport performance, touring comfort, baggage capability. This model is real competitor for Ninja1000SX

  • @dadmadforgot4050
    @dadmadforgot40502 жыл бұрын

    This is a great package, real proper road bike. This could be a real winner.

  • @can-uc-wakeup

    @can-uc-wakeup

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, this could be a real winner, if we still all have our jobs next year. Are your suspicions answered at can-uc? KZread and website. This is just the beginning, where is the end? Reality or a dream, where do we live? If they hide it from you, how will you know? Open your eyes to the world around you

  • @havokmdk2181
    @havokmdk21812 жыл бұрын

    I currently own the kawasaki 1000 SX but definitely will love to add this to my collection Hopefully the other manufacturers will jump on board to start making bikes like this. Side bags are a must

  • @alampewira6365
    @alampewira63652 жыл бұрын

    That design.... they mix together with Yamaha , Kawasaki & BMW in one masterpiece in Suzuki craft ... How genius.....😔😔😔

  • @ianmalleau3398
    @ianmalleau3398 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Michael and Guests for the excellent review and comments on this bike.. Despite being a big Yamaha nerd, I just ordered mine this past week..

  • @allwheeldrive
    @allwheeldrive2 жыл бұрын

    Can't wait to see this fully tested! Potential to lead this segment. Serious 9GT and 1000SX competition, and dozens of other nakeds and standards - maybe a few sports, too. When's the full test?!

  • @laz1go286
    @laz1go2862 жыл бұрын

    Great work Suzuki. 🥂 Now it's time that you update your ancient Gsxr 750 as well, and a face-lift for the 1000 cheers

  • @drewmorg.

    @drewmorg.

    2 жыл бұрын

    Cannot wait to see the new 1000. I hope they just shrink their MotoGP bike right down into a street package along with their wicked looking exhaust.

  • @maxdamage4919

    @maxdamage4919

    2 жыл бұрын

    GSXR750 is discontinued LOL. only sell in USA, or Australia.

  • @laz1go286

    @laz1go286

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@maxdamage4919 well partly. Discontinued for some regions. Japan , USA ,Australia, still available, they should update it for us living in these countries. I know it's probably not gonna happen. Even though it's a bestseller here in OZ ..

  • @coolNightFever
    @coolNightFever2 жыл бұрын

    looks like Suzuki taken a inspiration directly from Z1000SX.

  • @alphajed7700

    @alphajed7700

    2 жыл бұрын

    With headlight design similar to Yamaha R1 as well

  • @garyedwards8142

    @garyedwards8142

    2 жыл бұрын

    I had a blue sx and this looks so similar..this is nice but single headlight is not..

  • @alphajed7700

    @alphajed7700

    2 жыл бұрын

    And the DRL similar to Ducati Supersport

  • @redleadervfr-v4906
    @redleadervfr-v49062 жыл бұрын

    Can’t wait to get a ride on one that’s for sure, first impression look very good just want to see the real thing

  • @hornet224
    @hornet2242 жыл бұрын

    Kudos to Suzuki for elevating the standard. They nailed the styling, mechanical and electrical features. By the way, where is Honda in this mix? They look clueless when it comes to this market segment.

  • @mikehamilton9128
    @mikehamilton91282 жыл бұрын

    Shame it doesn't have a slightly bigger tank but I generally stop around 150 miles anyway. But what a gorgeous bike! Right up to date and this is going to give Kawasaki Ninja SX and Yamaha Tracer 9 some serious competition and Suzuki have got the price right too! Nice work Suzuki!

  • @markm148
    @markm148 Жыл бұрын

    Picked mine up last week. It is a fantastic bike.

  • @cpuuk
    @cpuuk2 жыл бұрын

    This is the bike I wanted at the end of 2020.

  • @craigcooper8810
    @craigcooper88102 жыл бұрын

    great reveiw mate

  • @erikjansen8597
    @erikjansen85972 жыл бұрын

    I hope this is the start of this market growing because I would like to see more brands compete for this.

  • @TheMatrixcube
    @TheMatrixcube2 жыл бұрын

    damn im impressed ! might buy this new this year 👌👍

  • @RikkyTang
    @RikkyTang2 жыл бұрын

    What a scoop! Congrats guys and gals!

  • @PNW_Sportbike_Life
    @PNW_Sportbike_Life2 жыл бұрын

    WOW! This is a killer looking motorcycle! This might be a contender to replace my GSX-S1000; which has been fantastic for me over the last 4 years

  • @chrisgreen8128
    @chrisgreen81282 жыл бұрын

    Love it, i have the Suzuki Gsx1000 S 2020, this GT is a perfect up grade, love it.

  • @ShivKamalUpadhaya
    @ShivKamalUpadhaya2 жыл бұрын

    Looks so Good!

  • @pja7
    @pja72 жыл бұрын

    Hope there's a center stand option, but looking at the exhaust I have my doubts

  • @gidrally
    @gidrally2 жыл бұрын

    I just see an evolution of the GSX-S F, to be honest, clearly the chassis and engine is largely the same from looking at it, with new plastics and reprofiled tank. They've moved the F on nicely in terms of electronics, display, cruise, quickshifter... as an ex-F owner, the one thing I really loved about it was that it was definitely a sports-tourer biased more towards "sport" than "tour". The only thing that worries me about this is it seems to focus more towards the tour, I wonder whether it's lost a little of the GSX-S F's sportier nature with the fairings, high risers, etc... but... looks good! Shame I've moved on, could have done with this several years ago :)

  • @Yorcen
    @Yorcen2 жыл бұрын

    Wow!… What a bike.❤️🔥🔥

  • @nickthequick
    @nickthequick2 жыл бұрын

    Finally a potential competitor to the elephant in the room (Ninja 1000SX). Are sport tourers coming back? Slightly more powerful, slightly lighter. But is there a 6-axis IMU? Is the screen adjustable? Cornering ABS?

  • @johnnyblue4799

    @johnnyblue4799

    2 жыл бұрын

    All good questions! I can't see any details on their website... Only marketing crap.

  • @drumdave5495

    @drumdave5495

    2 жыл бұрын

    The screen looks like it's in a higher position at 5:35

  • @tHaH4x0r

    @tHaH4x0r

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@johnnyblue4799 MCN mentions that the ABS is 'standard, non-leaning', and considering it doesn't have electronic forks I suppose it does not have a 6-axis IMU.

  • @johnnyblue4799

    @johnnyblue4799

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@tHaH4x0r I don't think the dynamic damping systems are necessarily an indication of a 6 axis IMU. Some bikes have it and are equipped with regular forks.

  • @nickthequick

    @nickthequick

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@johnnyblue4799 you're right; the Ninja for example

  • @rossmiller7741
    @rossmiller77412 жыл бұрын

    Looks good. Hoping to get a test ride in November. One question I have is if this will come with a complimentary tracker installed. This was really useful on the Honda CB1000R+ I currently own.

  • @kireatanasov6387
    @kireatanasov63872 жыл бұрын

    I’m sold. Can’t wait for it to come to US.

  • @Sunesen
    @Sunesen2 жыл бұрын

    That intro music sounds like someone really likes Prodigy. XD I'm looking forward to this bike. Looks like it has everything I could wish for. Hopefully it won't be too expensive when it lands here in Denmark.

  • @simonthomas5367
    @simonthomas53672 жыл бұрын

    Well, the way Mike was fondling the wing mirror in the intro, I think it’s safe to says he’s hooked.

  • @bennettsbikesocial

    @bennettsbikesocial

    2 жыл бұрын

    Just the right height, and girth!

  • @simonthomas5367

    @simonthomas5367

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@bennettsbikesocial Lol!! I sense a Ninja 1000SX comparison on the horizon....If I can find a good, original VFR800 I',d be happy! It's certainly good to see these sports tourers making a comeback again. The GS is amazingly capable but my goodness it's certainly not a looker.

  • @bennettsbikesocial

    @bennettsbikesocial

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@simonthomas5367 The Kawasaki is the obvious rival isn't it. Once upon a time I had a 2001 navy blue VFR800 Fi but my commute was 5-miles of London so the battery/alternator combo often went on strike so I sold it for an Xmax (in the days before they were the hoodlums scooter of choice). Shame because that Honda was a cracking example. Cheers, Michael

  • @sv7017
    @sv70172 жыл бұрын

    WOW Finally a good looking bike from Suzuki!

  • @barryholden5774
    @barryholden57742 жыл бұрын

    Nice to see a great looking bike from Suzuki, i think this will be a good seller at that price :)

  • @stevendegoodmojosmet4034
    @stevendegoodmojosmet40342 жыл бұрын

    Great review, top bike ..

  • @terrybrooks7140
    @terrybrooks71402 жыл бұрын

    Wow looks spot on blue one for me .just hope it's comfortable enough for the boss🤞

  • @rickseconds7676
    @rickseconds76762 жыл бұрын

    Love the Suzuki blue! Beautiful bike.

  • @gavinwebster7055
    @gavinwebster70552 жыл бұрын

    Great looking option for a sports tourer at last! £5k less than R1250RS or Superduke GT, all the toys and even with luggage only £12500. Nice work Suzuki. Shame heated grips are extra though . Looking forward to first ride tests

  • @bennettsbikesocial

    @bennettsbikesocial

    2 жыл бұрын

    We'll be riding the new GT in a few weeks so stand by for the review. There's no confirmation on heated grip prices yet by the way,

  • @biccys

    @biccys

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@bennettsbikesocial Oxford it is then!!!! Only BMW ensured they can't be used on their bikes. I'm sure Suzuki wouldn't be so exclusive?!

  • @andrewrowley5463

    @andrewrowley5463

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@bennettsbikesocial According to my dealer, (conversation yesterday) Suzuki grips are £396 plus fitting. Daytona heated grips only £180 fitted. Also there are Oxford grips but don't know the price.

  • @terenceokeeffesmotorcyclestuff

    @terenceokeeffesmotorcyclestuff

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@bennettsbikesocial Could you find out the max loading capacity when you do and let us know what the panniers and mounts take from that? That would be good to know, ta 👍.

  • @chris5k132
    @chris5k1322 жыл бұрын

    Suzuki has done a good job, finally.. the bike looks beautiful

  • @jaco_oosthuizen
    @jaco_oosthuizen2 жыл бұрын

    Great looking machine.

  • @purpleburglaralarm7462
    @purpleburglaralarm74622 жыл бұрын

    John Malkovich looking great!

  • @bennettsbikesocial

    @bennettsbikesocial

    2 жыл бұрын

    Who knew he was a Suzuki expert!

  • @brynstephens4624
    @brynstephens46242 жыл бұрын

    A really nice bike. I would definitely be looking at owning one of these.

  • @ronaldthomas9396

    @ronaldthomas9396

    2 жыл бұрын

    I've been considering the BMW R1250RS for my next bike, put that thought on hold until I test this one. Just wondering what Suzuki's going to send to the United States, we most often get only one color choice here, a true slight on Suzuki's part!

  • @fyorbane
    @fyorbane2 жыл бұрын

    Nice looking bike. And a nice looking decent size colour tft [at last Suzuki]. I think this will be slightly sportier than the Kawi 1000sx but hopefully just as comfy over longer distances. Good price too. Rather unusual to have 2 shades of blue on the same model. Well done Suzuki.

  • @travelinben1966
    @travelinben19662 жыл бұрын

    Great looking bike.Could very well be my first Suzuki.👍👍

  • @louistorres6674
    @louistorres66742 жыл бұрын

    Wow! This a bike I would consider to travel with wife and enjoy long distance riding. I also own a GSXR 1000 2001 a classic with plenty of power and fun to ride. Great Job Suzuki.

  • @SanFranciscoRiderr
    @SanFranciscoRiderr Жыл бұрын

    nice picking mine up today in black

  • @imadeeplyspanishman
    @imadeeplyspanishman2 жыл бұрын

    Triumph please take note that’s what a tft screen should look like ! It makes me realise how much I miss a proper tacho instead of the fit inducing Rev counter my Tiger 900 GT has 😖 Overall the SUZUKI looks great but after reading the comments it seems it’s lacking a few extra bits, 6 axis yada yada and adjustable screen perhaps ?

  • @fyorbane

    @fyorbane

    2 жыл бұрын

    The screen pulls up.

  • @bennettsbikesocial

    @bennettsbikesocial

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@fyorbane No it doesn't. There is an optional screen which is 7cm taller.

  • @michaelmanianglung8315
    @michaelmanianglung83152 жыл бұрын

    Hope it is ready and available sooner in the Philippines.

  • @vfrexup
    @vfrexup2 жыл бұрын

    Good job Suzuki - looks great !

  • @Jayzonk
    @Jayzonk2 жыл бұрын

    Prematurely sold a 2010 Honda VFR1200F. Until now, I have had little optimism that there would be a replacement with the high quality fit and finish of Honda and the excellent freeway manners. I think the GSX-S1000GT just might be the better replacement! I've looked through Suzuki's marketing materials on the GSX-S GT', and they've really put their best foot forward to not only understand what motorcyclists are demanding from a sports tourer, but explaining what changes they've made. From front to back, this motorcycle looks extremely thoughtful and I'm definitely inspired to see it and consider purchasing one. One of the other things I really like with Suzuki's approach here is the emphasis on refinement. Sure, they added some electronics like rider modes and traction control, but they didn't go over the moon with the electronic wizardry. Rather, they refined what they already do best, like making a new subframe to handle the additional weight of the panniers, and testing the pannier connection to the frame over bumps to minimize movement but retain some flexibility. The extensive wind tunnel testing for airflow direction around the rider, the application of thicker, using injection molded plastic instead of hot press forming and thicker material for the screen for optimizing its shape and strength....all just thoughtful ways of doing the things that they already do. This is progress!

  • @SWillibr
    @SWillibr2 жыл бұрын

    Cool! I like the new Versys in blue!

  • @cdkmonkey2699
    @cdkmonkey26992 жыл бұрын

    My forever bike from a k6 owner , do it all , bit TLC will superb

  • @davewilson2277
    @davewilson22772 жыл бұрын

    Fab looking bike. Very tempted 👍 Hope it can take a top box ?

  • @muchasgracias6976
    @muchasgracias69762 жыл бұрын

    Lovely spec'd bike at a price that is really attainable. Can't wait to see an actual ride review.

  • @bennettsbikesocial

    @bennettsbikesocial

    2 жыл бұрын

    The actual review should be within a month - we'll be riding it soon!

  • @SBarbati
    @SBarbati2 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful bike. Come on Suzuki give us a new SV with that styling.

  • @sagarthapa3765
    @sagarthapa37652 жыл бұрын

    How does the GPS work? Uses data from the phone or phone as a way to just enter addresses or doesn't need phone at all?

  • @markjones3551
    @markjones35512 жыл бұрын

    Great looking bike….the only thing that lets it down from what I can see is a remote preload adjuster on the rear shock…..essential if its used between rider alone and 2 up riding

  • @sivanm2130
    @sivanm21302 жыл бұрын

    Are the foot pegs lower compared with the old F model?

  • @abhas4
    @abhas42 жыл бұрын

    Curious to see how the bike performs in real world.. seems impressive 👍👍

  • @bennettsbikesocial

    @bennettsbikesocial

    2 жыл бұрын

    The UK press launch takes place within the next month so we'll let you know!

  • @rodsouza9690
    @rodsouza96902 жыл бұрын

    well done Suzuki,,,,, Great looking bike,,, it might be my 5th Suzuki

  • @coky79
    @coky792 жыл бұрын

    Looks wonderful and it checks 99% of the boxes for me. Just one thing...no active suspension?

  • @yakekaj
    @yakekaj2 жыл бұрын

    Can you get a top box as well as panniers? Be hard to fit camping gear in the two panniers with other gear for a 2 week trip to the Picos or is it a ride to hotel type tourer??

  • @bennettsbikesocial

    @bennettsbikesocial

    2 жыл бұрын

    At the moment there isn't an official accessory top box but I'll bet the likes of Shard and Givi have their pencils out already.

  • @kevinmobile
    @kevinmobile2 жыл бұрын

    Could you state which mapping (via mobile phone) system is in use? Tom Tom/Garmin/Other?

  • @stephenwright6969
    @stephenwright69692 жыл бұрын

    Love it, great price too. But a quick question can you fit a top box as well as the panniers ???

  • @bennettsbikesocial

    @bennettsbikesocial

    2 жыл бұрын

    At the moment, all we know is there isn't an optional top box as an official accessory.

  • @ianowens7519

    @ianowens7519

    2 жыл бұрын

    Come on Suzuki, if you are taking a pillion touring, they like the security of having a top box behind them, not to mention the additional storage capacity. The bike looks great but just think about things like this

  • @markscrivener979

    @markscrivener979

    2 жыл бұрын

    Looks potentially just what the sports touring market needs, and what I’ve I’ve been waiting for. But no top box option? Really? And a relatively small tank. And no centre stand? If these issues are correct, it’s a bit of an own goal. I’ll wait until magazine tests before I draw a final conclusion.

  • @louiekiwi

    @louiekiwi

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ianowens7519 The grab handles don't look good for topbox fitting. But I'm sure there will be some way around it.

  • @madcockney
    @madcockney2 жыл бұрын

    Be interesting to see if those specially created Dunlop SportMax II Tyres will be available from tyre fitters/suppliers and at what price, as well as what mileage you will get out of them subject to riding style.

  • @glsracer
    @glsracer2 жыл бұрын

    Seems like a great bike in general but I would have hoped for a bit more range on a tank. My current bike can do 230 to 275 miles per tank (depending on conditions and cruise speed). My median between stops is 175 miles so this bike would be on fumes.

  • @althebal86
    @althebal862 жыл бұрын

    I've seen these k5 engines remapped to add an extra 15hp+ heavily restricted from factory ...this will be a comfortable touring missile

  • @daveo9844
    @daveo98442 жыл бұрын

    Looks like a winner 👍🏼😎

  • @delicadamentedespertando1807
    @delicadamentedespertando18072 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations.

  • @twotone3426
    @twotone3426 Жыл бұрын

    As soon as I saw this bike, I fell in love. Just traded my V-Strom 1000 in and bought this bike. The only things I am disappointed in is the rear preload adjustment of having to go back to a spanner wrench for adjustment and no IMU... the breaking is not the best either, no feedback especially the first initial squeeze.

  • @dougengland7943
    @dougengland79432 жыл бұрын

    For long distance sports touring it would be good to have the option of mounting a top box. Especially with a passenger on board. Otherwise nicely equipped, competitively priced and a great looking design.

  • @JpOcDenver

    @JpOcDenver

    2 жыл бұрын

    I’m sure there’ll be one.

  • @jasonschneider2925
    @jasonschneider29252 жыл бұрын

    Great job love the bike . I'm looking for a sports bike and Turing I enjoy traveling on a motorcycle.

  • @jasonschneider2925

    @jasonschneider2925

    2 жыл бұрын

    When Is the bike available in the USA?

  • @christianhartley5228
    @christianhartley52282 жыл бұрын

    What is the weight please and how much for the panniers?

  • @jeffreyjones3228
    @jeffreyjones32282 жыл бұрын

    This will be a solid motorcycle for Suzuki in the Sport Touring segment. Competiting directly against Kawasaki 1000LT & Yamaha GT-9. I'm guessing big sale numbers for this model.

  • @wanderer54796
    @wanderer547962 жыл бұрын

    Looks very beautiful with that blue colour 💙

  • @bennettsbikesocial

    @bennettsbikesocial

    2 жыл бұрын

    "BikeSocial blue"!

  • @wanderer54796

    @wanderer54796

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@bennettsbikesocial 😃😃

  • @madcockney

    @madcockney

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@bennettsbikesocial You'll be asking for a royalty next from Suzuki. 😃

  • @haqeembasr4414
    @haqeembasr44142 жыл бұрын

    Design-wise this bike nails it and for that alone Suzuki can take my money

  • @Grahamvfr
    @Grahamvfr2 жыл бұрын

    It is a beauty, definitely my cup of tea, obviously be z1000sx comparisons. Did I miss seat height and weight, Michael.?

  • @helixcopters4176
    @helixcopters41762 жыл бұрын

    Is there a topbox and if not can it take an aftermarket one, is the frame strong enough? Thank you

  • @bennettsbikesocial

    @bennettsbikesocial

    2 жыл бұрын

    There's not currently an official optional top box.

  • @stevesstuff552

    @stevesstuff552

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@bennettsbikesocial that’s unfortunate, as is optional panniers…

  • @chriswarburton5114
    @chriswarburton51142 жыл бұрын

    Is the foot peg placement the same as the gsx-s1000?

  • @tsport6368
    @tsport63682 жыл бұрын

    Great to see another sports tourer on the market that isn't an adventure style bike but only 5kg per side and no top box seem like big limitations on its actual touring ability. Also seems like pretty low spec in several areas compared to its main competition (BMW R1250RS and Kawasaki 1000SX). TFT with inbuilt Satnav is a nice feature though.

  • @samiam5326
    @samiam53262 жыл бұрын

    Is there an option for a centre stand?

  • @joachimlindback
    @joachimlindback2 жыл бұрын

    Excellent.

  • @chriskeddo5395
    @chriskeddo53952 жыл бұрын

    I love it !!!

  • @mikewatson361
    @mikewatson3612 жыл бұрын

    Another very informative video 👍 This makes me wonder whether the BMW’s are really worth the thousands of pounds more 🤔🏍

  • @nickthequick

    @nickthequick

    2 жыл бұрын

    In general you wouldn't buy a BMW to get value for money ...

  • @brianglendenning1632

    @brianglendenning1632

    2 жыл бұрын

    BMW is better spec, so you make a value based decision

  • @Dranreb865

    @Dranreb865

    2 жыл бұрын

    Well you can put it this way... Camry and 5 series. Rav4 and x3. Basically the same class but appeals to different crowd. If car buyers can be brand snobs then moto riders can too.

  • @can-uc-wakeup

    @can-uc-wakeup

    2 жыл бұрын

    All bikes are now overpriced for the circumstances we will all soon be facing. Are your suspicions answered at can-uc? KZread and website. This is just the beginning, where is the end? Reality or a dream, where do we live? If they hide it from you, how will you know? Open your eyes to the world around you

  • @rbouncier669

    @rbouncier669

    2 жыл бұрын

    As a long time BMW owner, I’ve been done with them for some years. Crazy pricing, with no better reliability than others. BMW sport touring performance just doesn’t match up anymore. In my 60’s now, still with a sporting bent, this looks perfect

  • @russellely
    @russellely2 жыл бұрын

    A great first look and one of the few videos with an interview with suzuki. Couple of points, Shame this GT bike doesn't come with heated grips. Also I wonder if the uk will get the option of the GT+ model ,( panniers as standard and touring screen) seems odd that they didn't included the panniers for a little bit more money ad standard...again you can't exactly go touring without luggage. That being said this might be my next bike after my tracer 900 gt

  • @bennettsbikesocial

    @bennettsbikesocial

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Russ. Yes, a lot of comments about the lack of heated grips and panniers as standard but my understanding is the markets around the globe don’t necessarily match rider’s needs from the UK. That said, an adjustable screen, seat and the inclusion of a centre stand would have added to the versatility but also the price. Cheers, Michael

  • @alphajed7700

    @alphajed7700

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@bennettsbikesocial their complain next is the price if Suzuki added the features that you mentioned.

  • @russellely

    @russellely

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@alphajed7700 no, I would be happy to pay for the extras if they would be at a slightly cheaper price than buying them separately

  • @ronybrunswijk8640
    @ronybrunswijk86402 жыл бұрын

    Good review because you can really study the bike. Looks like a z1000sx perhaps a bit faster. Very nice bike, well done Suzuki 👏

  • @davidhall39
    @davidhall392 жыл бұрын

    Being chain driven,is there a centre stand for essential maintenance?

  • @maskedavenger2578
    @maskedavenger25782 жыл бұрын

    A sports tourer is a hell of a lot more useful & versatile than an out & out sports bike .I have always found Suzuki’s to be very good value & to be reliable for real world motorcycling .They do what they say on the tin .

  • @phanurut9890
    @phanurut98902 жыл бұрын

    very nice 👍🏼

  • @huntsville9094
    @huntsville90942 жыл бұрын

    Can you confirm if this bike will be available in Canada?

  • @reflectionpoint
    @reflectionpoint2 жыл бұрын

    Reminds me of my '91 GSX1100F, 30 years on.

  • @dparsons5950
    @dparsons59502 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic bike I want one

  • @vasileioszacharas7582
    @vasileioszacharas75822 жыл бұрын

    Did they test copy the yamaha traser's 7 front?

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