NEW Suzuki GSX-S1000GX vs BMW S 1000 XR - comparison

A direct head-to-head comparison of a Suzuki GSX-S1000GX and BMW S 1000 XR. All views are my own and are based on my personal experiences with these motorcycles. In the end of the day, use this video just as an indication as we’ve all got different preferences, and you should test these yourself before purchasing. Subscribe for next adventure bikes reviews and comparisons on the channel.

[rafaelmunoz]

I prettty much agree with all that you said having owned both bikes. Very accurate review in my opinion. My summary would be that as a daily bike the GX is more engaging and enjoyable at any time. The XR is better finished and gives you that premium satisfaction with a bit more raw character of the engine.

[isaalghazi]

Suzuki's last literally forever. BMW's always seem to have some kind of expensive foible that fails when out of Warranty....usually in the engine or shocks. No thanks BMW, I'll take the Suzuki.

[hozder]

I have been riding my GX for 3 months, and i love it. XR is also an awesome bike but it is more aggressive compared to GX imo. Both are good bikes. XR is almost double price of GX in Turkey. Enjoy your ride!

[johnnyblue]

You said nothing about reliability, which is probably because you have no data, but I'd favor Suzuki here. I've heard of quirks with the BMW electronics in the past.

[valebliz]

I have the a black GX with the sport package including panniers, exhaust, heated grips etc and it’s a very well made motorcycle. Coming from a KTM the reliability is a better trait than any possible bs function on a euro bike.

[wheelwrightpl]

I like how minimalistic and tidy the fuel-tank looks on the Suzuki compared to the huge hump on the BMW.

[TheZanshen]

Japanese reliability wins it in my opinion.

[peterwilliams]

Can we get back to the shell suit colour schemes of the '80s and '90s instead of these fucking greys!

[sergej]

Make comparisons with smaller dual and adventure bikes.
I like your comparison with motorbikes

[Bryan-lgfn]

Im looking forward to the new Triumph 800 sport adventure cruiser !!

[pietrovardi]

It's so much fun to watch your content! It's also fun to see people trying to contradict others' opinions on subjective matters. Just like kids in the garten.

[benkelly]

The XR 2024 is different, better longer travel suspension, less vibey, improved seat.Small changes. Big improvement. I’ve had mine for 7 months 8000 miles, no issues. Had the 1st gen 35000 miles no issues!
What I don’t get, is all this rubbish about BMW reliability! It’s pure nonsense! I’ve owned 12 BMW, s over the years and no issues!

[georgef]

Came here to read the comments of BMW fanboys getting butthurt because someone doesnt share their opinion

[BIGGGESTAL]

Anybody who says an XR doesn't vibrate hasn't ridden a Multistrada V4

[asturiancetorix]

Nice comparison. Here in Spain the GX costs 18.799 eur, with side panniers, but without any extra, as the heated grips and central stand are... yes, an option. Those basic things are extra equipment in a 18K+ bike... C´mon, Suzuki guys, let´s bullshit. On the other hand, it offers 8 years of warranty (you have to read the fine printing tho) and road assistance. IMO it´s ugly no matter from what angle yo look it, even in person I didn´t like it.

The BMW looks better overall, have more equipment (even superflous equipment), but the reliability of the machine... well, I don´t know. I like the bike but not enough to take the risk..

So I bought the Tracer 9 GT+ 🤣

[raghavshankara]

Suzuki's fit and finish is no way near to BMW the price which is about 4 k expensive here in Australia is worth it for BMW. I took test ride of GSX and liked it too. But since i had BMW R1250RS before, i simply loved its electronics, TFT screen and controles. Finally BMW is looks lot more sexy than Suzuki and head turner too.

[zyghom]

all good except that you missed one category: amount of killed flies on the screen. why?

[christophereaves]

Personally I think you are incorrect with the price points. Bmw in motorcycle and car form are notorious for needing added extras. I nearly purchased a 2022 bmw or however once I speccd it to the same level as a tracer 9gt it was 5k more..

[europexiii]

In Romania, the Suzuki Gsx-s1000 GX is 15, 500 euros while de BMW1000XR is 20, 000 euros. So they are not priced close at all, maybe the government in some countries have bad deals on imports, not the fault of brands.

[myoshi]

I will never buy another BMW unless it’s the boxer engine. My R9T was perfect, but is an occasional ride. The S1000XR sucked. The best riding motorcycle I have ever owned (30+ yrs of riding), but the cams blew twice and a valve exploded and destroyed a cylinder. My next bike will be the Suzuki.