New Sport Touring Suzuki GSX-S1000GT

[paulcb]

This looks interesting. I think it was just announced today, happened to see it on a news feed. No USA price yet. $13,799 for the GT+.

Suzuki Cycles - 2022 GSX-S1000GT+

The GSX-S1000GT+ is a Grand Tourer with sportbike level functionality.

suzukicycles.com

2022 Suzuki GSX-S1000GT First Look (12 Fast Facts + 33 Photos)

2022 Suzuki GSX-S1000GT First Look - 12 Fast Facts and 33 Photos: We have the inside scoop on the latest sport-touring motorcycle.

ultimatemotorcycling.com

Suzuki GSX-S1000GT has eyes on sports touring prize

The new Suzuki GSX-S1000GT features all the comfort and tech you’d expect from a top-class sports touring motorcycle

www.visordown.com

Suzuki GSX-S1000GT unveiled: naked roadster gets the Grand Tour treatment

 

[Uncle Phil]

It's Chain Drive - Bah, Humbug!

 

[paulcb]

It's Chain Drive - Bah, Humbug!

You wouldn't buy it even if it was shaft drive... it's not an ST11!

 

[ToyFan1]

the Ninja 650R is strong in this one. Maybe it identifies as a sport tourer?

 

[Uncle Phil]

You wouldn't buy it even if it was shaft drive... it's not an ST11!

But I might think about it for a few seconds ...

 

[Bmacleod]

500 pounds and 150 HP... That'll get the adrenaline flowin'. Not too bad lookin either.

 

[Superdirk]

A refined Suzuki Exhaust Tuning (SET) valve manages flow from the mid-chamber into the muffler, while the sculpted muffler has a pleasing appearance that’s uncommon to under-chassis exhausts and creates an exciting, distinctive sound that won't overpower the rider and passenger's senses.

I see a farkling opportunity on the horizon.

 

[Sadlsor]

I kind of agree with UP, insofar as the chain drive. Saves weight, and more importantly cost, I would guess.
But in my mind, especially after owning the ST, wouldn't it be reasonable to expect a few more new bike offerings with shaft drive?
That, to me, emphasizes the Touring aspect.
Still, not too insect-y looking for a new bike, so there's that.

 

[mello dude]

Been starting to get the new bike itch, will have to give this a look.
Really don't care about chain drive or not. Tire change time, the chain is simpler to deal with.

 

[RobbieAG]

I like it a lot. Losing 200 pounds from my ST would be awesome! I could live with chain drive, but would miss the adjustable windscreen. They should have included a manual one like most other bikes these days. I'm spoiled

 

[Sadlsor]

I like it a lot. Losing 200 pounds from my ST would be awesome!

Heck, that's easy!
Just get off the bike.

 

[Uncle Phil]

Heck, that's easy!
Just get off the bike.

For some of us, it would be a little more than 200 ...

 

[Tedbrogden]

Seating position is more sport than touring...

 

[sirepair]

Looks like a shot across the bow of the FJR!

Choice is good!

 

[dduelin]

A set of bags and handlebar risers do not make a sport bike a sport tourer. There will be some riders happy to tour on it I’m sure, like those that toured on Hayabusas and Blackbirds.

 

[Sadlsor]

A set of bags and handlebar risers do not make a sport bike a sport tourer. There will be some riders happy to tour on it I’m sure, like those that toured on Hayabusas [CENSORED] and Blackbirds.

I will acknowledge it's early yet for this GT, but fair warning, Dave.
You are bordering on blasphemy!
R.I.P. XX.

 

[Nashcat]

I test rode the earlier version, before they added the bags and the “GT” to the name. It was light and quick, but hanging bags on it doesn’t make it a tourer.

John

 

[Pop-Pop]

It's Chain Drive - Bah, Humbug!

Ill second that! Ill third the rubber xbelts too! Every time i ride my bike, i feel like i got the shaft!

 

[diferg]

Too bad it doesn't have a shaft! If I ever get another bike (it could happen!) it will probably be an FJR or R1200 RT. But it will have shaft drive and adjustable windshield!

 

[TerryS]

Been starting to get the new bike itch, will have to give this a look.
Really don't care about chain drive or not. Tire change time, the chain is simpler to deal with.

Especially if it is attached to a VFR800!