Which IS The Best Road Bike? | RSV4 1100 Factory or GSXR-1000R? 

You, my friend will go very far with review skills like that. Well done.

Who uses their energy to give a great video a thumbs down? I’m the only RSV4 in town, and I feel like Captain America when I ride it. Nice video, LC!

I do like the sound of the V4.....but there has ALWAYS been something about a GSXR engine....it goes through 3 different timbres on the way up to 14k.....it litterly sounds like 3 different bikes.....Ive always loved them....and some day I WILL own one.

Good review mate. On the reliability issue, I did 60000kms of daily (hard) aggressive riding on a 2017 Tuono. It didn’t miss a beat. I’m now 12000kms into my second Tuono, and trying to decide if I upgrade to the RAV4RF when this baby is done. The V4 1100 is a peach!

The RSV4 just sounds epic.

My ears are coming!!!!That RSV4 is to die for, just the sound alone!!!! Great review.

Production quality and content is top notch mr Chops. Great comparison of two great bikes!

Lol. Mr chops, I can definitely feel your pain, I came off of a 2016 R1. Decided to take the dive and get the 2018 rsv4rf, kept it stock for a while, decided to flash the ecu and go with the ackropovic, DONE deal, the sound the power absolutely incredible, Love your vids, always look forward to watching them, keep them coming

Have loved watching you progress from just a simple hooner on a bike to now the king of the Vloggers!! Haven't commented on your videos until now but have loved watching them all,from the 3 huskateer tour and the epic Euro tour on the 1290 with Womble, and all your bike tests....Youve inspired me to get back on the saddle after a few years (having kids,building a house, etc) and get a 1290 superduke and possibly a husky 710. Your enthusiasm for Supermotos, big V twins, stonking V4s and sports bikes is infectious. Keep doing what you do mate, we all love watching you on your journey!!

Still love the sound of the Rsv!! Great video Chops👍👍

I LOvED Chops how you did the comparison bit by bit! Switching back and fourth, most do one bike then the next which as a viewer you're trying to remember what the other bike appeared as and was said to be in the other section, YOURs , doing bit by bit offered an nearly instant comparison for the viewer which was PERFECT! hats off to you for that!!! I've never owned an Aprilia Sadly, I almost bought a RSV4 Factory SBK a few years back ,..actually the one that the US motovlogger bought and uses "the muscle biker" he bought it the week I was getting financing together lol,:.funny thing is because it sold,..I later debated a tuono Factory and the MT10 that was jsut being released in the US (FZ10 2017) I ended up going FZ10 because I'm so in love with the crossplane 4 engine from Yamaha for its v4 like sound and qualities but unbelieveable reliability and ease of service centers and cost of course. I bought a new 0 mile FZ10 at release for $9,200 new , nearly half of the $17,500 tuono Factory and the FZ10 was the most fun and enjoyable bike I've owned with all the rest be by sport bikes , all but two were liter bikes, from Ducati, Yamaha, and Honda. For me I'd LOvE an Aprilia but aside from the cost,..I live in Utah, USA, and there is not an Aprilia Dealer within 1,400 miles of me,..that was the ultimate turn off even as much as I wanted that Factory Tuono,..but was not at all disapointed with the FZ10, track or street. In this comparison I love the gsxr1k , your color choice is golden!!!! And while it sounds great, for me there's no sound greater than a catless, Aprilia v4, Ducati v4s or a Yamaha crossplane 4, for me personally that sound is pure sex! My most desireable sound,..uh from a motorized vehicle that is. 🤔😉. The tuono v4 1100's with full system Austin or SC projects is unreal!!! Barron Von Grumbles R1M was near the top of tops ! I'd love to hear the 217 hp 1100 RSV4 Factory with the cats removed!!! This euro 4 (?) compliant Akropovich sounds epic WITH cats I can't imagine without!!! I miss my mt10, funny enough sold that to the same youtuber that bought the RSV4 out from under me lol. He's featured it In a lot of his videos and I'm actually in the one where he bought it and did some canyon tunnel runs,.. 👌 to be fair he had no idea anyone was getting financing for the RSV4, that's not he dealer ,..The Muscle Biker is one of the great youtubers out there up along with you and the Barron /44teeth! He's an amazing individual and a great honest dude . You guys keep it real and that's why your channels keep growing!!! May I ask what your next bike is going to be? Now that the gsxr1k is done,..I as a bike car and bike guy know that doesn't mean keep it till it does,..it means time to move on 🙂. Curious if you will go a Supernaked again? Loved the SDR1290 build series,..maybe a tuono 1100 Factory ?? I'd LOvE to see you review a MT10 SP as well! Loved 44teeths review and Barron's review of the MT10 but where we don't get the mt10sp in the US would love your view on it. There's been rumors for 2 years now we will get it but I see no luck yet. Keep up the amazing work and ride safe brother!

Brilliant again mate,I much prefer your GSXR it looks better sounds better and with 204hp more than enough power,be safe mate 👍

Two fantastic machines you've ridden there Chops, when you look back in a few years time bikes like these are the ones that will make you smile.. Have fun and ride safe Sir Chops 😉

Great vid! You won't see many comparisons like this. Looks like you've been corrupted by the dark side lol. I guess if you've got that sort of money, the question is do you spend 21.5k on RSV4 or 16.5k on the GSXR1000R & then 5k improving it? If you can only have one do everything bike, it's the GSXR but if you just want a toy, it's the RSV4. Although I think the problem with Aprilia is to a lesser extent dealer network but more parts supply. Aprilia often seem to take ages getting parts which means it can take ages to get your bike back. Aprilia (not the dealer) customer service hasn't been great in my experience.

Nice comparo mate...saying it like it is :) I have the 18 Tuono factory and totally understand your comments. I don't have to commute on mine either and nor would I want to. But on the occasion (As you say) its freakin awesome!!!

It was never really going to be a fair comparison. 1000r v rsv4 rf is more like it. However, hearing you slowwwwly fall out of love with the Gsxr is priceless hahaha

I have a 2018 rsv4 rf and i put 2500 miles on it in 1 month. The rsv4 can be used as a commuter just as easily as any other sport bike. Only difference is cost of service, comes with the territory.

Excellent review... and I can truly believe the Aprilia is amazing... but after owning a Tuono V1100 Factory, I bet the Aprilia is a lot thirstier on fuel... I was getting 30mpg from the Aprilia... it had to go... I’ve got a GSXR 1000 in the garage... The Aprilia is a luxury toy ... the Suzuki the better everyday bike in my opinion..

Great video chops. Looking forward to seeing your new rsv4 video 😂.

Really well done comparison! I’d have to go with the Aprilia because of the sound and uniqueness of the motorcycle.

I'm definitely camp Gixxer, nicer looking and love the sound of that motor more than the RSV4. There's just something about what Suzuki do to make their machines sound 👌

I love them both but wouldn’t want either, that’s why I got rid of my Zx10r, cos I had bad self control , and every ride let’s say I saw 175mph on the clock , and at 53 should have had more sense, couldn’t afford to go to the mountain section of the tt circuit every wk end to see some legal speeding , so then bought a speed triple to slow me down ,,, it worked ,, to much wind blast after 110 cheers for the vid ,, Shane 🇬🇧 uk

I feel your pain Chops. One of the hazards of your “profession” is the temptation of newer, faster, lighter, betterer bikes.

Yet again, an excellent review! Nr. 1 on RU-vid ! 👑 Why don’t you just buy that RSV4, Chops? You two are made for eachother 👌 It sounds great, looks great, rides great! Step up and go for the Aprillia, you know you want it 😎

Great video & great review mate. I think you live somewhere very nearby to me. Seen (and heard!) you go past on the Aprilia recently when I was sitting outside at the Bat & Ball in Clanfield. I also recognise alot of the roads you drive along in your videos. Anyway good stuff man, keep it up

I know the price is tough to swallow, but consider putting an approved can exhaust and race ECU on the other Aprilia models and that price gap comes down.

I admire your honesty ... "ughh -- I want one" :)) Me too! I hear a dealer near me has one and there is no way I'm going anywhere near it haha. At least not this year. Currently I'm thoroughly enjoying my s1000r for its everyday usability and fun in the twisty roads. Its an '18 with updated electronics etc. over the last one you tested.

The hazard of reviewing/test riding new bikes. Inevitably you find weaknesses in your personal bike that you never knew were there.

My Dream Bike All in On 2019 RSV4!!! 😍😍😍

One of the best reviews I've seen! Production quality is definitely next level

They both look and sound great, but it cannot hide my love for italian bikes :)

An excellent rich persons toy. And there's absolutely nothing wrong with that! Excellent review 👍. Why the 8 people thus far have given this review a thumbs down is beyond my comprehension.

good comment about the Aprilia 'making you go fast' it is very true ! the Aprilia is always so stable and unflustered unless you are up at the redline its deceptive how fast you are going.

Now, true question is, which one is better offroading?

Good review... have a 2018 RSV4 RF with Corse ECU and sometimes think it's too much...4th gear power wheelies (easily) do that. At least when you go fast on a modern I4 you know about it.

That RSV is absolutely stunning!

Loved this video Chops IMO you have the best content for motorcycles on YT right now, well done mate only a matter of time until you hit 100k subs! Will we be seeing a Fireblade vs GSXR in the future ? Also feel your pain when suddenly you realise you don't love your bike anymore 😂

Exceptionally superb comparison you did here 👍 (I will probably never build up the skills to really ride these beasts in my lifetime, but I like your work here!)

What us big guys need is revamped ZX14, common Kawasaki I've purchased all your big bore bikes since early 1980. Just one wish before I leave this planet, supercharger the 14 easy job use the jet ski engine, then premium suspension with electronic adjustment. I'll place my order day 1. Great video love the old school looks of the Aprilia. Honda time to build a new V4 since the fireblade 954 you liter bikes are just ok.

Whatup LC absolutely loved this comparison video very well put together 👏👏 the new RSV4 looks and sounds an amazing machine........but £21000 that’s the reason we probably won’t see as many of them as we should. Like you said there Japanese competitors do everything almost as well as the RSV4 but they just can’t give you as much WoW 😲 factor imo again great video brother 👍🏻Adam

Great video! Always a risk you're going to come away having fallen for the 'other' bike if you do something like this! You're right. The v4 is the ultimate motor for a motorcycle.

now i need, i must need, a review from the norton v4 (rr) from you nice guy! 😬👍🏻

Love your reviews! So jealous about that smile you have on your face at the lead into this while I'm at work. Your reviews are great as they are every day type reviews of items we really want. I'm a bitter guy too and love to hear your feeback on sizing. Looking at the price, I couldn't take the RSV4 that to the track as I would cry when I went down and on every day riding you are not going to get anywhere near the performance available on the bike. I could take the Suzuki to the track as it would be easy and cheaper to fix if needed. With the added comfort, the GSXR would be better.

The best camera angle on bike, never change it.

Hi Chops. Loved the back to back and very enjoyable review, thank you. Just one other thing, I know this was comparing the April with the Suzuki but why did you not mention the Panigale V4S even once?

Wow what a review Chops! Superb work. Proper back to back. You're GSX-R is very nice and I've always loved the sound of the GSX-R. Mental on full chat. I've got the RF 2017 and I do think the sound is, for me at least, one of the most amazing sounds in motorcycling. They are surprisingly well put together and reliable too and Aprilia deserve more success with it. I'm pleased they are rare though. The 1100 looks mint but I wouldn't trade up my 2017 RF for one. The '17 is enough bike for me. I reckon your GSX-R has more low down stomp at the bottom end than the '17 and possibly more right at the very top too but the Aprilia I reckon owns the midrange. Bonkers! Hold on to your hats ladies and gentleman!

The RSV4 is "THE BIKE" for 2019!!! Enjoy the bike life🤙

Suzuki offers a very good bike with budget components, subpar brakes, ugly exhaust, chip controls, ugly & chip dash all below standards, in contrary this RSV4 2019 1100 has the most sophisticate Brakes, chassis, electronics, refine engine, wheels, tires, exhaust, the only item that I would improve it in this 1100 are those age lights, and the gold color wheels for this year 1100, other than that this is “crème de la crème”. I made this mistake more than a few times, so from now on my humble opinion it’s a much better idea to buy a pristine quality and performance bike like this Aprilia, instead buy budget bike with a lower MSRP, then invest over $10k to improve it and at the end get a Frankenstein that does not behave like the premium bikes.

That RSV is crazy! I love it! How is the ECU map on the gixer going? Better than hilltop? I want to get my XR done

THAT FLY BY V4 1100 at the end mmmmmmmm!! Still can't believe it's Euro 4 compliant???? Imagine it catless! Chops I see you on an RSV4 1100 Factory! The tours;road trips, track days, your mate on the tuono 1100 Factory would be great comparison from supernaked to supersport ,..or uh ,..motogp if were being honest lol. I haven't found a RU-vid that yet on a new rsv4 1100 Factory?? Do it chops you have the skill we trust you! Lead the way! 👍👌

Oh dear you’ve set yourself a real problem Chops! What a fantastic review and your language - “theatre” indeed! The trouble with these wonderful, exotic, bikes is that they leave you yearning and rather like an itch - it’s difficult not to keep scratching. I sat on (only sat on mind) the Aprilla at the NEC bike show last November and it fitted me like a glove but then I’m 5ft 10ins not your 6ft 2ins! It’s almost worth the surgery? Yours aye, Alan

Well worth watching until the end of the vid! Vrooooom doesn't do it justice!

For me, by far, the most enjoyable review place to be...

Came from 17 Tuono factory, to 18 SDR But hell that Aprilia dealer is calling 😫😫

I think you are definitely right, Aprilia is is like the Ferrari that you'd occasionally take out to feel special. Don't get me wrong I think it's an amazing machine, and I'm sure if you were loaded you'd have that and a Ferrari in the garage. That Gixxer though has plenty of poke, sounds sweet with the quickshifter and exhaust and you can ride it every damn day. Problem is to, feel special occasionally or love riding every day

Your videos keep on getting better! Loving it!

Thats the best review I've seen for a long time "well done sir"

I'm a new subscriber , but I'm well impressed with your review's....Quality work mate...!!

Another nice review Mr C - carry on like this and your be getting 100k subs in no time 👍

The weapons grade speed machine or the accomplished comfy everyday sportsbike? Tough decision. For me the Gixxer has more than enough performance for the road really and being honest is a superb bike anyway. Plus the Italian exotica is soo expensive to me. Lovely bikes, thank you LC.

My 2018 RSV4RR has about 90% the Factory's sense of occasion but only cost me about $15.5k brand new! The budget RSV4 is the best bang for the buck in all of super bikes!

I refused a test drive on this bike at my local dealers because, 1) I would probably kill myself on it and 2) my kids would never forgive me for selling them to finance this BEAST lol. 3) I believe this is truly the HOLY GRAIL of biking and fear the VATICAN LOL :) I have been riding a lot of different engine configurations bikes since the 80`s and currently own a VTR Firestorm but I have owned VFR 400 RR/RD 500 V4 and loved the feeling of always being In the right gear and never having to really hunt for some oomph, the V4 is a power house and a fantastic example of a power plant made by HONDA years ago and bitched about by trolls to this day. Funny how today's cutting edge bikes are all choosing this power plant layout eh:) PS nobody mentions CAM CHAIN TENSIONERS have these disappeared from the V4 ENGINES OF TODAY? Love your videos mate as you are a real down to earth chap, well done mate:) PPS watch the pheasant son at 14:26 as this could cause a Fowl accident! I had a chicken literally enter my helmet on a country road at 60 mph because I DID not pull down my visor DOWN as I was cruising, the beast was very very heavy and nearly knocked me off my bike(CBR 600 F4 ULTIMA LIGHT 2000 MODEL) and I must admit I was very shocked AND indeed momentarily blinded by the foul beast lol

Mr.Chops your are making amazing content. ... great!

Tbh that gsxr sounds great it really does but omg that V4 is something else

It's really hard to decide both bikes are nuts and stunning to look at . But for me it has to be the RSV4 👍

Oh God that sound!!! The GSXR is nice, but the Aprilia... Oh my!!! Peace!

You're like a (big) kid in the candy store, running around crazy whilst finding even bigger lollipops every time., 😂😂😂. Good comparison Chops, stick with the Gixxer 👍👍👍.

Great comparison, 5 star content, my favorite is Suzuki , What is best for weelies?

Must be a good feeling waking up walking to the garage and 😍😍😎

Oh God just the noise of that V4 would have me won over, what a sound!

Blimey the gsxr sounds great on the electronics😍😍

Great video again. First world problems 😀😀the superb Suzuki or the sublime Aprilia, it’s a tough life 😂those Wheels guys know what they are doing in giving you one to test

next LCR video 'my new rsv factory first ride'

omg that exhaust note

The GSXR-1000R is the bike, cost, reliability and all factors it's just the right bike imo

Nice fly by at the end. So many vloggers roll off before they pass the camera it makes no impression at all.

You always want me to buy another bike chops. Keep up the great work😂

Great review Chops 👍 You made my night 👌

A full system and a tuneup imagine that??🤯🤯 drop a line to Aprilia UK I am sure they would accommodate that🥳

Great review, the only thing you didn't mention is the servicing costs of owning the Aprilia compared to the Suzuki especially when it comes to the valve clearance service! ( Aprilia)

Two great bikes 🏍🏍 You can have both in the garage🤔👍👍

Both nice bikes and it would be a dream to own either but, the rsv4 is the ultimate. The best money can buy

You don't see more Aprilias on the road because the UK dealer network is terrible and the parts and manufacturer support from Italy is absolutely shocking.

Love the reviews chops even though i could and would never own one of these bikes can't wait for the used bike reviews something i can afford 🤣🤣

Great review of those bikes. Interesting to see what you think of the new s1000rr.

isn't the Aprilia throttle annoying at low speeds?

Pure theatre, Chops: unsurprisingly (& obviously) inspired by that incredible Aprilia. If I had the money, I'd buy one in a heartbeat (and to Hell with the consequences). Even if you were in a position to bag one, it sounds like your Gixxer might just be your everyday steed (still). But would that glorious, growling, V4 forever leave you begging hopelessly for more? I think we all know the answer to that conundrum. Thanks for that brilliant review LC, it's made my week. 👍

The in-line 4 sounds like a missile that just left a battle ship !!

RSV4 is gorgeous. Too bad I'd probably not fit too well on it. *Cries in Scandinavian*

Got to be your best vid. Sell everything and buy an Aprilia 👀

The rsv4 is an amazing bike no doubt but there just to much money hence why you don't see them often, would love one but couldn't warrant that price tag, gsxr all day for me saying that I currently have the k6 1000 which minus the electronics is probably very similar but why do you run budget tyres on a sports bike your the first person I know that run Avon 👎🏻 get yourself some Pirelli Diablo Rosso corsa or maybe the Rs tyres, ride safe mate 👍🏼

now time for a Tuono Factory S with this engine! I agree the dealer network is crap! I have to ride 100 miles to Wheels.

great vid, lets not forget that the gsxr runs high 9s stock though, the sensation is lacking more than the outright speed imo

i've been watching your vids for a few years now and i just realised that i wasn't a subscriber....fixed that now!

Great review Chops! The finish of the the RSV4 RF looks very good - akra and carbon infill panels, mudguards etc as standard is very nice. How's the in-town fuelling on the aprilia? I love my tuono factory 18 MY, but the low speed fuelling leaves a lot to be desired, with choppiness (as the injectors shut off and restart) on minor deceleration under 30mph....

How is the gsxr going after mapping? Great videos by the way 👌🏻

Bloody Lovely, would be proud to own either!

Great way to review the two. 👌

But would you rather have a Tuono over the RSV or GSXR for the street? More comfortable than the RSV and perhaps similar power? I couldn't tell the difference between the RSV and T until you are up in the revs.

Hi, enjoyed this film as I do all your output. Could I ask how are the vibrations on the Suzuki (pre-mapped) compared to it’s competition? Also is the GSXR1000 in standard form the most roomy in its class?