2017 Suzuki GSX-S1000 Review! Vs. GSX-S750 

Really? How come?

@@PopoyDominguez better metallurgy and lighter parts including the frame.

1000 engine is legendary for power to weight ratio

shhhhh

+Stuart Wells it is indeed 😀

Have you tried the new Kawi Z900. I tried one the other day and I must say what a great bike it is. It sits, power wise between the Suzi 750 and 1000 and it weighs slightly less than the 750. Steering is super quick and the handling is just great. It's suspension I think is superior to the Suzuki's, being sporty but compliant. Anyway, try one if you get the chance.

I hate led headlights with a passion. Cars flash you every time you go over a bump or the driver has their hand up shielding their eyes. How safe is that?

Agreed if not setup or cheap LEDs. I run them on my Tuono with no glare, no cars ever flash and a huge improvement in lighting. Almost comparable to my MV that ran a H4 Xenon

I'm sure they disagreed you cocktail sausage.

DaveyBoy what do you think of your new bike vs your last one. Where I am it is super hard to get test rides. I have the 2015 US version of the gsr 750 (I bought it as a hold over just last fall for a steal). Sometimes I wonder if I would like just a bit more power (probably wouldn't need 1000 level performance for what I like but the new 750 probably is just that bit more). Anyway, I always wonder how manuverable the 1000s feep like compared to the 750s. Everything is about compromise, but it sure would be nice to be able to figure out what the 1000s really feel like (been riding 21 years on the road, but haven't got to ride one yet).

Info in description. 👍

Martin Carey I'm exactly the same. My 2016 GSR750 just got written off so buying the GSXS1000z this week. I felt a little bit too big on the 750 at 17 stone. I'm a bit lighter now but even before my "off" I felt I was missing a bit of power. Can't wait for next week. So excited to get on the 1000. (Matt black limited edition too - looks great)

DaveyBoy Good lad

Great review by the way mate

@msdrivingnutrition Wondering if you got the S1000 or even S750 in the end, and if so, could you share your thoughts coming from the XJ6N. On an XJ6N for a year and considering either of the GSX S’ as an upgrade at some stage when I get the finances up. Thanks

@@warriorfit7517 I can't really speak for the S750 as I've never been on one. The XJ6N was a great all rounder that suited my needs as a first bike. It was good at everything but not the greatest. It was easy to ride meaning it was easy to exploit its power and handling which became its downfall. It lost its fun factor and left me wanting more. The S1000 was the answer. It's a brilliant all rounder that will suit all of my needs. A bigger capacity bike was always going to be less involving and harder to exploit but that means it's always going to reward me as my riding experience and skills improve. Its suspension and brakes make it far better to ride on the twisties and its torque delivery brings a different meaning to drop a gear and dissappear in comparison to the XJ6N. Neither bike has given me any problems with reliability or build quality but I'd say the S1000 is better due to its brakes, suspension and super slick gearbox. But you'd expect that from a bigger, sportier bike. Fun factor is dependent on experience. You can exploit the XJ6N but that becomes its downfall, it leaves you wanting more. The S1000 will give me more as I learn to improve and exploit my skills as a rider. It is also dependent upon your riding style. If you prefer a quick and involving country road blast perhaps upgrading to the S750 would be better and a more involved ride for you. If you plan on longer journeys I'd choose the S1000. Comfort depends on riding style too, the XJ6N had a comfy seat, the suspension was not too firm (although the front forks didn't inspire confidence and felt a bit too soft at times) and the riding position was good. Its only downfall was I found it too revvy and buzzy for long journeys. The S1000 is firmer but still comfortable. The suspension and brakes give more confidence and feedback. But where it excels is high speed comfort. Its quieter, feels more refined and the power and torque make it effortless. I'd imagine the S750 being more biased towards a fun country road blast with a bit of city/town commuting as it has the suspension and brakes that the XJ6N lacks but not the power and torque of the S1000 making it more exploitable. I love the back to basics feel both bikes give. I don't like newer bikes with too many driving aids as I want the bike to remind me to calm down if I'm being a plonker! All are still more economical and cheaper to run than your average car. Although I will say I fill the S1000 twice as much as I did the XJ6N. But that could be down to the longer journeys I can now enjoy! I hope this helps. Ultimately the S750 will do everything the XJ6N could do, but better. If you plan on longer journeys then choose the S1000. Test them both and see which fits you best. I'm glad I chose the S1000 and I have zero regrets! Whichever you choose, ride safe and enjoy!

+Birky 41 I show the more legal stuff.

Alex Van Rooy do you have a power commander yet? If not perhaps that would solve your problem

I traded it in for an F850GS and never looked back

Both will do it fine but I am assuming from the use of freeway you are in the US? That's changes things a little has you have such big roads and distances. I can understand the 1000 more in the US.

@@spicy110 Yes, I live in California (US) where there are lots of freeways and country roads and so on. If I was to get a 750 would that do well on the freeway or the 1000 is the choice for that. I just one to get a bike to ride once and awhile 😁

@@rangerjoe2635 either one will do just fine you can probably basically steal a new old stock leftover gsxs750 though

@spicy110 yow sir, Im getting my first big bike this week and I'm thinking between the cb650f and gsx s750 ( both 2018 models ) do you have any inputs about these two bikes. And what is your choice between them ?

+RhonddaRider 77 no it doesn't interest me, it's a bike from 2015 with a few updates for euro4.

spicy110 cheers for the reply.

+1990 no sadly not done the mt09 yet plan to tho

Just test rode a 2015 mt09 and a 2015 gsxs1000, but ended up going with the Suzuki. Mt has a lot of torque everywhere but the gsxs is definitely a smoother ride of the two

what did u get? am in same dilemma now

kenned leisten I ended up getting a Kawasaki Z1000 LoL. It’s amazing

Yeah that was an error. It 750 defo feel lighter. This has already been addressed in the comments years ago.

@@spicy110 Thanks for the reply. last question, where would the passenger be more comfortable?

Looks like a Drift Ghost S

Honestly at 6'4 no bike keeps the wind off me, so I really can answer that myself haha

I have owned 4 naked bikes, I put a small screen on, does a great job of deflecting the wind off your chest, does the trick 👍

Small????? whats your size???

I totally agree with you about the seat on the 750, way too small. As for the seat on the 1000, looks ok, certainly better.

+The Spiderman thanks and welcome 😀

spicy110 My pleasure 😊 That woman biker was fit 😉

+Torrent yes it's planned I'm just waiting for it!

spicy110 if you can max it out in the highway it would be much appreciated. I heard conflicting report about the top speed. since its not even a fast bike, I figure it won't even be more than 75mph. should be safe...

The 1000 is actually lighter than the 750.

Boz I know this is old, but alot of times bigger motorcycles that weigh less feel heavier when turning due to the affects of sprung and unsprung weight. It confused me alot as to why bikes felt different until someone explained it. But you are right about total weight though

You're never going to really find a bike that's intended for your height. That's why I own a Supermoto it's the tallest bike pretty much. I can't add anything other than what I've said in this video as it was so long ago. But my opinion was that the 750 is definitely the better bike. But that's just my opinion and tastes if you're genuinely considering the two just test ride both.

The 750 has a taller seat height

Because I have reviewed the 1000F in full and its basically the same bike.

I have two answers, if you think you can control yourself on it and you don't have a physical response to anger or a short temper. Then there is no reason you can't go for a 1000cc at your age, tho I recon the insurance would be high for the first few years. However and this is my second answer that is more opinion based. I too am 36, been riding over 13 years and have ridden a lot of bikes. I can honestly say 1000cc bike for the uk roads are IMO too much. You can never really use the engine, 2nd gear top end of the revs is licence losing speeds. The CBR650f is not a slow bike and I doubt in training you would have ever got close to feeling what performance it had to offer. I would also say unless you have a lot of experience on larger cc bikes already somehow, there is no way you will be getting a standard 600cc anywhere close to its limits, keeping in mind our roads are full of corners. It is the classic don't try and run before you can walk. It is not simple to answer as i don't know your personality and skill level so please take no offence, I have just tried to cover all bases.

I bet u wrecked it.

@@outquick nope

If you want grunt it's got all you will ever need on the road and a lot more besides! 👍

are you from the future?

The 2018 models are listed on the Suzuki website. Also, according to the website, the GSX-S1000 is 9 lbs lighter than the GSX-S750. However, I trust your judgement that the 750 feels lighter to ride.

have a go on the fz1 fazer, I've got one and have friends with the gsxs or similar and there no quicker but a lot more money.

Cornish_ Boy They would be more expensive since the Fazer is discontinued so you'd be buying second hand.

spicy110 motorcycle.com article. And yes yes I am.

I think so. Plus the power. Even if you don't use it, it can get you out of some harry situations. Like other drivers. Power has saved me a lot.

Snatchy throttle bollocks ?

+U B SLO I prefer the brakes on the 750 without that inch of take up.

May just be a feel thing they seem good to me so far.

Do you ride on UK roads?

@@spicy110 australian roads

All about the technique, plenty of vids of tiny ladies picking big bikes up around lol

the GSXS 1000 is actually a tiny bit lighter than the 750!

engine is bored out more so less weight ;)

Learn how to pick up a motorcycle. There are videos of 100lb women picking up 700lb Motorcycles. And the 1k is actually 36lbs lighter than the 750. You fail.

easy fix..dont drop it!

Both.

There is a difference, starchy throttles no matter how smooth you are jerk somewhat.

Yes this has been addressed, I was wrong about the actual figures but i am very much about feel and it felt different. What it feels like is far more important than the figures say. 👍

@@spicy110 That's true. I have tried neither of these two but are very interested in the 1000 for the upcoming season. Appretiated your review :)

you are Valentino Rossi?

+陳小慈 yes this is Hampshire UK

lovely country

Where have you been in the UK.dont get Delluded by some parts nice.

Actual weight and feeling of weight are 2 different things. Obviously I didn't put this thing on a scale so I can only go on feel.

@Thgt Ggyh checked suzuki.de and it says 213 kg for the 750 and 215 for the 1000, so it's not huge but it is lighter

may crotch Suzuki takes payments.... and you can always sell a kidney and pay cash...

Much easier sat at a computer than on the bike. I miss remembered that one but 5kg is a variable between riders easy.

@@spicy110 personal weigh will never influence how the actual bike feels versus another. Sure the suspension will react to rider weight but if anything due to its softer, less adjustable nature, this would only go to make the 750 feel even heavier. Don't take it so personally, no need to go getting all defensive. You are a vlogger in the publics eye and post publicly for folk to comment. For your info, i have the 1000 and my Mrs, the 750 and therefore not just sat on a computer✌

No if you read the comments that is incorrect. The 750 is 4kgs heavier however to ride I found the 750 to feel lighter.

+mpstein1976 new rider?

spicy110 nope 17 years. New bike coming though Z900

+mpstein1976 hmm well covering the levers is normally something new riders have an issue with as they are taught not to do it because they have a tendency to panic brake. That's not something I'm going to do as I've been riding for nearly 10 years it's just something I do. And many others do too

+mpstein1976 hang on you're talking about when I was off the bike!!! Bahahahababaha

I meant when pointing out the black coating not when you were riding 🤔stroking them in a suggestive manner

Yes this has been covered a few times in the comments. However isn't a 4kg difference? It defo feels a lot more than 4kgs less.

+Lamb Chop Rides yep! The are instant no take up at all.

New lever (maybe a master), if that doesn't work, braided lines and some better pads, problemo solved 👍 still... would have been better they worked from the factory 🤔

Also sometimes factory brake setups could use a good bleed job to firm things up.

Id want the 750-just enuff toruqe n speed

The extra money for the gsx makes sense when considering suzuki has been proven one of- if not THE most reliable motorcycle manufacturer for well over a decade. Not too mention the engine in the 1000 is the same one used in the flagship k5 gsxr. With that said the z's are sick and i have no hate. Actually really want to check out the xsr 900