2024+ Suzuki GSX-8R - First Ride Review by TST Industries

Taking delivery of our all-new 2024 GSX-8R meant taking it to our dyno, product R&D, and most importantly, a First Ride Review! In this video, we revisit Suzuki's new parallel twin platform that's wrapped in an all-new package designed to take the sportbike world by storm.

[blueknight]

Thank you for posting! There's virtually no hands-on videos available for this bike. It looks AMAZING!

it came as a big surprise to me since i expected an 8S like GSXR but the higher handlebars makes it really appealing - its on my list for 2024 now

[lovingmylifeasIage]

It would make a good light sport tourer if it had cruise control and adaptive for luggage. I also kicked my MT07 to the curb for a ZX4RR. I'm not rally a fan for the sound of parallel twins except for retro's. The music of the in line 4's just adds to my ride now.

[chiefyy]

8s owner and installed the puig touring windshield today... love the bike!

[jeffh]

Can’t wait to see how this is gonna stack up in the twins cup class.

[emmanuelstitts]

I'm a Suzuki 8R owner loving it!!

[exothermal.sprocket]

If the MotoAmerica teams who run the RS660 (same class as the R7) truly keep several engines with them for backup, it's a testament how Aprilia needs to make sure the metallurgy improves, instead of stuffing rods through the side of their engines.
I don't ever see Suzuki putting out a product that sends rods through the sides of blocks. Ever.

[sumo_steve]

I seeing my guy Mark on the new 8R. That's a winning combination if you ask me!! Well done Sir.

[dckstcat]

Picking mine up next weekend, silver & red. First motorbike after 15 years off two wheels. South Wales UK.

[robsprojects]

I just got my 2024 R8 today and loving it!!!

[SimplifySC]

Thank you for doing this review! I have a 2023 8S with a little over 4, 000 miles on it so far that I purchased last June. I am a middle aged rider and for my purposes, the powerplant has been perfect for my real world riding. I have often told my dad (80 and still riding!) that the 8S was a 10/10 for my purposes with the engine/transmission/usability and a 7/10 on looks. It is fine looking at some angles - but not my favorite at others. I typically forget any issues with looks though when I twist the throttle. :-) For my purposes it is wonderful in A mode with a little traction control. 6 months in and 4, 100 miles later I still love it and it puts a grin on my face. Here is my I'm super interested in the 8R because it looks much better to my eye. I just wanted to confirm what you said about the clip-ons. They don't change the ride angle significantly? I have never seen one in person but if the riding position is the same I may be huntiing an 8R to replace my 8S. For my longer rides or multi-day rides, comfort is important to me and the 8S is fine. Thoughts? Thanks again!

[viktorskarlatov]

Love your products, guys. Cheers from Bulgaria!

[MrDito]

I need that integrated tail light! It makes the 8S/8R look so much better!

[Tapport]

Front of this bike looks so mean, I dig it. Love everything about these and definitely would consider it if I was replacing my Ninja 650.

[bozhidarpetrov]

I appreciate that he mention Benelli in the store. I respect every motorcycle brand out there. Gsx 8r is such a beautiful bike

[petrol]

Just put my deposit down for a black 8S, and i cannot wait to ride it, youve done a great job hyping me 😂

[marcusgeorge]

Bikes with full fairings, in cross wind conditions will always be pushed more than a naked bike as the fairings act a bit like a sail.

[robertcallahan]

🔥🔥🔥🔥 that bike looks great on the road

[elithegreat]

One of the best looking middle weights, Bravo Suzuki !!

[rrbabygirrl]

Getting mines this morning I can't wait. Been up all night.😂😂😂