I saw an 04 GSXR 600 on ebay once with around 230,000 miles lol. Apparently a previous owner rode a great distance everyday for like 5 years or something. Not sure if it was legit but I do remember that's what the milometer said
I'm not sure on the miles but I'm fairly sure it's well over 200k. Someone I know has an old Kawasaki XS650 I think ( correct me if u know what I'm on about ) and the engine has re built 7 times and it still goes strong
RC51 had the racing pedigree with wins. I had a 996 superhawk and a buddy had the tll1000. The TL was a better street bike in comfort and range but the hondas handled better.
No kidding. The first one I ever saw and heard I had to have it so I bought it off the head tech I was working with at the time lmao. Had it for five years and I will never get rid of it such a fun bike
I had electrical faults with my 1998 600cc SUZUKI SRAD... brittle wiring loom, battery wouldn't charge or last (some sort of parasitic drain) regulator rectifyer was also broken
Here in Greece, it’s very common to see a motorcycle with more than 150,000km. I own a GSXR 1000 k5 which I bought new and it has 170,000 km at the moment. I change the oil every 2,000km and use only the best. I have never open the engine, except for the clutch and valve adjustment. I did a compression test at 150,000 km and it was within the limits
I had a TL1000R as my first bike. Yes, seriously!! This video bought back some great memories!! It was a crazy but great time - I rode a Honda 125 and 400 for my test and then two weeks after, won a TLR in a magazine competition with custom Suzuki race paint, Remus race cans, insurance and spare tyres. I did intermediate and advanced riding courses, to up my skillset and loved riding that bike. The torque and engine note were fantastic and as you saw, it would Wheely without much effort. I know some people complain about the weight and rear suspension but as I had no experience at that time, I just rode it like that was the way things were meant to be and I didn't hang about: When asked by a fellow instructor how I was getting on, my advanced instructor said "pretty #@&ing good - I was struggling to keep up with him at times". I don't know, I just gelled with that bike. I met a fellow TLR rider (Chris) at a local meet and we would ride out early on a Sunday morning - the sound of two V-twins blasting through the english countryside must have woken quite a few people (sorry). God I miss those days, my first bike and (as I've now had to give up due to poor health), being a biker!! Anyway, great memories and a great video - thank you 👍👍
I had just over a 100k on my CBR 600F4. I’m a firm believer if regular oil changes and maintenance is done these bikes can obtain high mileage with ease. Now granted if they are beat on or raced every mile of there life I wouldn’t expect to see that many miles. Those now classic sport bikes were always my favorite in the looks department! Awesome video and thanks for sharing.
SALTxTHExWOUND there is no doubt about that! As I’ve gotten a little older can’t do the hardcore sport bikes anymore and am on a cruiser but have had my eyes on the new Ninja 1000 so may have to add a fun bike back into the stable!
none in aust cause the frames crack and the handle like pigs, I had the second one on the road in Aust, great motor on the first shipment after that boring unreliable pieces of puss, try and make one go the imitate a triumpth,[ handgranade]
@@glennforsyth3539 went checked my frame, seems good ,,, my suspension has been tuned ( still running standard ) handles good ,, its a bike ya gota be able to ride ,, ya cant ride u wont enjoy it , and after 15 years on my tl , has let me down once , starter motor was the reason .....
What a pleasure, seeing you riding, talking and weeling. I have 2 of the Suzuki 1000 Motors. One as Cagiva V - Raptor an the 1997 TL caferacertransgendering. What a Grizzly, this engine.
That is a first class TL1000R, you can see the owner loves that bike by it's condition. I wish Suzuki and the other Japanese manufacturers would bring back their 1000cc V-Twin superbikes
My L3 GSXR 1000 is all black and as much as I love that bike...I still think the older Suzuki blue and white is the most iconic. I would love to ride that TL as well.
The TL1000R or Torque monsters I just recently sold mine but had a blast riding it's funny a lot of people don't even know what the TL1000R is and always think it's a Busa but the TL1000R was a track killer and so was he RC51 as well those two bikes competed head-to-head constantly it's really looking for that TL1000R have the RC51 on torque and corners but the suspension and brakes on the TL1000R workana crappie and the RC51 had really good suspension and brakes so each its own really but yeah the TL1000R is a beast good video man🏍🤙
mattz 707 the tl1000r was no where near close to the rc51 yes the tl1000r won 1 title but it wasn’t even a championship Honda blew it out the water don’t get me wrong good bike but it’s an acquired taste
I had the TL1000s that I bought new in 1997 in the U.K . It was a brute and I loved it . Yes it needed a steering damper and the rear shock had way too much compression damping out of the box but with some time spent setting the rotary damper up correctly and dropping the forks 10mm she was a joy to ride . 👍
Pretty much anything will last 'a long time' IF it receives conscientious maintenance. In my experience, Suzuki and Kawasaki engines are, generally, 'overbuilt' and will usually fare better in the long term than Yamaha/Honda models as these are, generally, already at their 'peak' performance from the factory. (Why you almost never see Yam/Honda drag bikes vs. all the extreme high HP Suz/Kaw drag bikes...) Nice to see this lovely example of the iconic Suzuki TL v-twin!
Riding mile long wheelies is stupid number one. Second...you starve the motor for oil when you wheelie more than just a bit. Tlr's and gsxrs are designed to road race not stunt.
Loved my yellow TLR , 98 model. I had a shock conversion to lose the rotary damper and forks restrung by maxton to match their shock conversion. A pair of marvic magnesium wheels made it a fabulous track bike but ruined its two up ability. Wish I’d kept it for a full time track bike.
I remember when these things came out they were absolutely crazy, they are huge, loud, sexy as fuck and here in the uk they didn't cost the earth. I bought a 1200 bandit tho, what a mistake.
I just got one myself in November of last year with under 10k on it and I'm the 3rd owner... I must say they're a lil touchy if you're new to them but overall a great bike, but definitely not for beginners... She'll throw you off, or come up from under you if you don't handle her right... She makes you ride and respect her like any other bike, but if not like any pissed off woman she'll hurt you bad... Ride safe y'all... #TwoWheelsOneLove #BikeLife 🏍 ❤ 💯
That Vtwin in particular that Suzuki can handle 5 nuclear explosions in a row. I always point people onto the 650 and 1000 from any year. Whether it's a new SV, Old SV or ADVs like Vstroms.
I actually got one of these locked away now somewhere in my parents basement. I remember it had many many problems and I remember it wasnt a maintenance free machine. Not like my carbed sporster 883 anyway. So just to say credit to the owner that its that smooth and still in good shape. That bike otherwise is a monster. Its all about maintenance. But for the year and age its a very light bike very nimble but also spongy af compared to a CBR1000RR
imhoman couldn’t agree more the electrical clips would short from moisture constant maintenance the stock triple tree and handling was terrible to my likeness so I gave it away to my brother I enjoyed it but wasn’t the best hence why they only made them for 3-4 years
Man, that's a good lookin' TL. I LOVE those bikes...they sound awesome, look pretty good for their age, and have pretty awesome power! First bike I rode after crashing my first 750, courtesy of a good friend of mine. 😎👌🏼
Still got mine & will never get rid of her. Mines an 01 also, with 68k on the odm. Have had it since 03. I've had plenty bikes come & go. But my TL1000R has a permanent home.
The bike doesn't sound like it was flying but it was flying pretty good there. There how they got the nickname "widow maker". Riders were use to an in-line screaming, but the low torque and smooth pull of that motor got riders in trouble going from one corner to the next as they didn't realize how fast they were actually going. I love mine! It almost feels like a play bike when I go from my 1098s and jump on the TL. The 1098 is my solo bike and as the TL is "bigger" so to speak it works well to take my wife with me is far more comfortable for her.
Devin Wagers you’re right, but a clean RC51 will set you back at least $5000. you can find a mint low mile TL for under $3500 all day long, and unless you’re a professional racer or you’re experienced on the track you’re not going to be able to feel much of a difference.
This millage gives me faith in mine. Mines done 24,000 miles and it runs like a dream after the clutch weld mod. this one must of had it done. I did everything to stop the slipping nothing worked until I had the mod.
@SALTxTHExWOUND yeah and to increase its life I put some engine restore in mine as it had a knock upon cold starts and ever since adding it I haven’t had any knocks and it’s really smooth. It’s the best investment. does the guy that owns this still have it and is it still going? You should make another video if it reaches 200,000😉
The Honda RC51 is the better bike, better build, and less problems. Also the standard in Superbike together with Ducati but....omg The TL1000R is such a nice bike, iconic.
My bro's 2003 honda hornet 600 bike has done 140,000 with 100,000 miles of those in urban areas. Engine is still perfect and uses no oil. Serviced with castrol 1 power racing fully synthetic from 40,000 miles.
I’ve had 2 TLR’s in the past, first one in ‘98 Blue and White with Yoshis etc, 2nd one in ‘06 in black. These bikes are superb for road riding, fast, smooth and comfy. On the track....so much fun but a real work out if your riding one fast. I miss mine so much.
Currently got a 2011 bmw f800st with 95000 miles on and clocking up 1500 miles a month....serviced at recommended intervals with good quality parts, doesnt give any issues
I've owned many bikes and this engine was my favorite even detuned in the DL1000. My dad had the TL1000S 20 years ago and it was a sweet bike but he sold it after just a season or 2. I think these bikes still look great today.
The TL1000R and the TL1000S are an all time favorite of mine, I’d love to get my hands on one of these. They are extremely smooth and reliable. I’d really wouldn’t even getting my hands on another SV1000. Same smooth engine.
I bought a brand new TL1000R in 1999. I loved that bike. It never was the darling of the motorcycle press (remember the R1 came out in 1998 as well) but those twin high pipes with that distinct sound turned me into a V-twin fanatic. She was a beast to throw around on the racetrack for trackdays but SO much fun!
I love seeing high mileage bikes, especially sportbikes. too many people are scared of miles that arent even miles, my fz1 ran like brand new at 45k, till i totalled it.
@Desert Dawg i'd argue its the exact opposite, if it has miles and its clean, that means someone kept it running and it never sat. you can tell what's neglected if its being ridden, something can sit and rot in a clean garage. if it has miles and it looks great, someone loved it and has proven it's gonna last, given that everything is perfectly functional upon purchase.
That’s awesome! Mine is touchy when laying in corners power-wise when rolling on and off the throttle. Everything is dialed in. Seems like this one wasn’t like that from your narrations.
I have a 2005 Suzuki V Strom 1000 it has a detuned Version of the V twin that was originally in the TL and I’ve got 110,000 miles and it’s still running strong
That’s insane amount of mileage for a sports bike. I have only seen a 2002 GSXR 1000 with 65,000 miles. Honda tour bikes usual get over 100,000 miles. Love the vid.
I have the tl1000 s and have had it for 15 yrd with only 29,000 klms on it all original and love my v twins but nice bike and lots of miles and fun times
Over 150,000 miles...dam!! 😳 I’m about to buy one with just 21,000. looks like I’ve got the bike for life lol. I know the engine is strong but didn’t imagine seeing one with that many miles.
I've known some motorbikes to do 700,000 miles. These were bikes ridden by despatch riders in London and were CBR1100s and VFR800s. I bet if you stripped that big V-twin, you would still beable to see the honing marks.
Trying to wheelie as if a four cylinder! Got the revs to high! Willing to bet 2nd gear low revs and give it to it no clutch needed and it would stand right up with some body positioning
Nice vid. Always liked this bike. Very nearly bought one in 2003 but ended up getting a new SV1000S as got a great deal. Desperate for Suzuki to make another SV or TLS type big V-Twin but chances are practically zero unfortunately.
The rc51 is the reason suzuki quit making this bike. It won one race against the rc51 but still a great bike and very impressive that it runs that smooth with all those miles on it
Fit a 190/55 rear tyre rather than the stock 190/50 and drop the forks 5mm down the yokes. Dump the oem steering damper and fit an adjustable one. Transforms it completely without any big spending.
I wonder if the owner had any cam bearing issues over that 150,000 miles and he had to get them sorted. I've heard some say they can go after just 15,000 miles. I'm on around 25,000 miles and no rattles as far. The cost of getting those done is daylight robbery.