RideApart Review: 2013 Suzuki GSX-R1000 1 Million

Since the original 750 was introduced in 1985, Suzuki’s sold over a million GSX-R sportsbikes. As the name suggests, this new 2013 Suzuki GSX-R1000 1 Million Commemorative Edition celebrates that milestone. But, 28 years later, the motorcycle world is a … Continued

How to outrun a helicopter on a GSX-R1000

Perusing Guy Martin’s facebook page this morning for info on his crash, I came across this video of him from last year’s race. Not so much a how to as it is a meditation on what happens when Guy avoids … Continued

A 500bhp, 8-second GSX-R

Ethan Barkley’s Suzuki GSX-R1000 isn’t necessarily notable for what it does have — 500bhp — but rather what it doesn’t. Running in the Pro Street class, it doesn’t use slicks, wheelie bars or traction control, just an extended swingarm, lowered … Continued

Onboard a Suzuki GSX-R1000 with Blake Young

Last week, we reviewed the 2012 Suzuki GSX-R1000 down at Homestead Speedway in Florida. Out on track that same day was AMA Pro Superbike rider Blake Young. In this video, he throws down a solid hot lap.

Can 14 little changes transform the GSX-R1000?

No traction control. No ABS. Down on power and heavier than most rivals. It’s easy to write off the 2012 Suzuki GSX-R1000 before even riding it. But should you? We flew down to scenic Homestead, Florida, home of a NASCAR … Continued