I like it a lot! Not so keen on the cruise control being on the right hand switch gear though
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Bloody ell that looks nice. looks worse on the susuki web site.
Overall height 1,350mm (53.1in) Wheelbase 1,470mm (57.9in) Ground clearance 155mm (6.1in) Seat height 845 mm (33.3in) Kerb mass 232kg (511lbs) Fuel capacity 19.0L (4.2UK gallons)
It’s ok but more cramped than my GT+
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Looks good - seems to handle two-up too from Arsey's pics 
A definite possibility as a replacement for my 1250GS next year sometime
A definite possibility as a replacement for my 1250GS next year sometime
Looks good - seems to handle two-up too from Arsey's pics
A definite possibility as a replacement for my 1250GS next year sometime
Too plasticky for me
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Every GS since the 1150 was too plasticky according to some - hopefully my local Suzuki dealer will get hold of one to look at. Suzuki are a bit 'Tesco value' BUT they make great engines.
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If it’s a K5 engine it’ll be a belter. I’m not in the market for that type of bike right now but I’d be comparing it directly against the S1000XR which is about £750 more for the base model and I think the BMW would win my vote.
I missed that, worth every penny now lol
correct.
Molto bello . Quanto ?
Launch day
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First reviews are in
Quick observations - the ‘integrated’ navigation uses Apple Maps and is A to B only .
No obvious place to mount a twat nav.
The configurator on the website is not up and running yet but it doesn’t look like the bike is homologated for both panniers and a top box .
Max payload is 198 kgs , so assume average tosser at 100 kgs and 75 kg pillion only leaves 23 kgs, so stuffed panniers and that’s pretty much it .
Quick observations - the ‘integrated’ navigation uses Apple Maps and is A to B only .
No obvious place to mount a twat nav.
The configurator on the website is not up and running yet but it doesn’t look like the bike is homologated for both panniers and a top box .
Max payload is 198 kgs , so assume average tosser at 100 kgs and 75 kg pillion only leaves 23 kgs, so stuffed panniers and that’s pretty much it .
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to be fair, 23Kgs is a lot of luggage, given that most pack too much when planning a tour. All I usually pack are a few teeshirts, undies, zipped fleece for colder weather and some shoes and a lightweight waterproof top in addition to polycotton trousers. Tools wise, I pack a tyre repair kit, inflator, Oxford mini tool kit and disc lock. Gadgets are limited to phone, compact camera, chargers and leads and satnav plus I also carry a water bottle and a first aid kit. That's it. I doubt that little lot weighs much more than 10Kg. My all up weight including lid and riding kit is 90Kg. That would leave 98Kg for a large pillion, so my better half can have a few extra mince pies this Christmas 
I like that bike and would definitely give one ago rather than get another boxer. It's likely to give fewer problems but we'll see.
I like that bike and would definitely give one ago rather than get another boxer. It's likely to give fewer problems but we'll see.
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Having seen one in the flesh, and for same (isn) money (an current Yamaha offer) your Tracer GT+ is in my opinion a far better screw machine. AFAIK, Panniers shown aren't part of the asking price.
having owned one of the early Tracers in 2015, despite a significantly lower BHP, the triple engine gives you loads of bottom and mid-range grunt that is well suited for touring, especially in mountains. The 2015 Tracer had its flaws including Dunlop D222 tyres not sold on the open market and woefully inadequate suspension. Yamaha have had 8 years to develop the bike and they have listened to the criticism, making it a much better bike if you pay for the premium version.
BMW have just announced that we will get a R1300RS next year, so Suzuki are just a bit late to the party. Now, if they had stuck a V twin in the bike they would have had a USP...
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Can’t see it beating the Tracer GT+ in a side by side test .
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Can’t see it beating the Tracer GT+ in a side by side test .
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Yeahhhh, not for me.
Sounds like my 5 year old KTM in RAIN mode is probably more fun.
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