First Ride Vlog: 2022 Suzuki Hayabusa

Many have correctly pointed out that the Hayabusa, due to it's 580 lb wet weight, has a worse power to weight ratio than some other lighter motorcycles. However, the massive 110 lb-ft of torque matters, and the Hayabusa is still f*&^&$k fast as hell. And it's still a thrill to ride.

This is NOT a full review of the Gen 3 2022 Suzuki Hayabusa, that will come in a couple weeks. Ride along with me as I ride one of these monsters for the FIRST TIME POV in 4k. Is the Hayabusa too much for this ADV-obsessed rider? Let's find out.

The Hayabusa GSX-1300R competes with the Kawasaki Ninja H2R, H2 SE, ZX-12R, ZX-14R, FJR1300, Concours 14, Honda Blackbird, Yamaha R1, Ducati Panigale, BMW S1000RR, Honda Fireblade

00:00 Walkaround 1
8:00 Twisty Roads
17:45 Walkaround 2
19:55 Acceleration Runs
22:14 Closing Thoughts

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[CM-nqso]

Yes, bikes in this class absolutely hide the sensation of speed ridiculously well. At any legal speed, it feels like you could get off and walk.

[goodbonezz]

I’ve had two Hayabusa’s. A 2003, and a 2017. Plus a bunch of various GSXR’s..ridden a many other models etc.
I have to say, the Busa is one of the finest overall two wheeled machines ever made. Very ergonomic and comfortable. They handle and track beautifully. They are so competent and it gives you a very settled feeling riding it.
Very easy and a joy to drive..but, if/when you dig in to the throttle it turns in to an absolute razor sharp angry, screaming beast that will accelerate with incredible speed..and feel even more stable and at home being the monster it truly is.
These things are just amazing.

[benwells]

This bike to me is the epitome of a motorcycle “spaceship”. The display is truly a swan song to analog beauty, the mass and leaned over position allows one to be completely enveloped by the fairing and be one with the bike, and the exhaust, though soft, has that nice sound of thrust. It doesn’t seem so flat and linear in sound like I tend to think of inline fours. Suzuki did a great job in the looks department too in giving it a fresh and modern take but not straying too far from what a Busa is supposed to look like. It’s true, even the common man knows what a Busa is on the street, why take away that unique street recognition with a completely new and foreign design language. Fun seeing you take this bike out for a ride, I had a kick seeing you on a sportbike for a change. 😁

[___SSS___]

White africa twin and black hayabusa is my ultimate garage goal 😁

[theunheardprophet]

"Oh shit! OH SHIT! HOLY CRAP OH MY GOD"
- Every 'busa owner, every time.

[aubreywiii]

I love how the reviews starts out pretty plain and simple; talk about how you won't max it out, not wanting a ticket. Fast forward and we get oh shit! I knew it was coming and it made me smile ear to ear like I'm sure you did. It's irresistible to push it a little.

[Ju-C-Thug]

BIG ROCK ON A BUSA?! I can appreciate this shift in content. Appreciate it!

[EricBanner]

As an owner of a Suzuki GSXR-750 and DRZ400, they are not at the cutting edge of innovation but Suzuki do build solid bullet proof motorcycles. My GSXR rings true with your experience on the Busa, smooth, turbine engine feel and very easy bike to ride below 5K. Get it above 7K and you better know what you're doing.

[G]

Having had a 2007 Gen 1 around 3 years ago, I can so relate to what you say about the power.
My previous bike was a 2013 GS1200 LC and, at first, I was disappointed with the performance.
Then I discovered that, on the street, you will rarely need more than the first 4 gears.
It was my first time with a bike with a crouched riding position and I genuinely didn't enjoy it.
With a month, my leg, back and stomach muscles developed sufficiently for me to feel no strain on my arms. I also got used to keeping it in a lower gear than I was used to on the GS and realise that 5, 000 rpm is a great place to be, allowing instant acceleration.
The weight was never a problem until it came to braking.
This Gen 3 appears to have kept all the great points of the Gen 1 but now includes seriously good brakes.
And, yes, if you know how to control the throttle on a bike, it is very easy to ride at sensible speeds through town.
Yes, I want one.

[pmp]

I own a couple of Busa's and love them. I also own a couple of Harley's.

It kills me to see Harley buyers spend big bucks on a Harley and spend sometimes more then the purchase price on modifications to gain 25hp to bring up power to 125hp on a 800++lbs bike. I tell them all, save your money and buy a Busa instead of trying to mod a Harley. Some that have followed my advice sold their Harley's all together and modified their Busa's to turn them into cruisers(risers, Corbin seat, Corbin beatle bags, pegs, electric lift windscreen etc). All around amazing motorcycle.

I'll be in the market for a '23 Busa with the new color configurations. The three colors available in '22 just didn't do it for me.

[bomberaustychunksbruv]

I'm rusted on Gixer owner, I had a GSXr1100m and I rode it in the outback, where I was able to regularly stretch its legs, and they are a sublime machine.
I passed a roadtrain doing 270kmh one time on a very long straight, must have blown his mind how fast I was going.
Had kids sold bike - same old story. But at least I'm around to tell it ;)
I would love one of these.

[steve]

As an owner of different liter bikes for more than 30 yrs videos do no justice on just how quick these bikes accelerate.

[daveshongkongchinachannel]

Very tempting if I had the money. Having said that, I own a 23 year old Blackbird which has stood the test of time so well. It has been left outdoors with only a flimsy cover for protection, ridden in all weather, and yet it still runs smoothly and the performance still takes my breath away. The looks have also aged well and despite the very unsophisticated suspension, it has never let me down when coming upon unexpected changes of road surface.

[valuedhumanoid]

I was looking at getting the first year 'Busa back in 2000. The only motorbike I had ridden previously was a Honda Trail 70 when I was a kid. The salesman talked me out of it. He did talk me into a Kawasaki 454 LTD. Small, comfortable cruiser to learn on. Thank God he did. I don't know if it was just my class or if this is standard practice but the instructor at my first day of motorcycle safety course had us push our bikes through the course on foot by hand. He said if we could not do that, the bike was too big for you. It was a breeze for me, but some just could not do it very easily. A few really struggled. But I kept that bike for 3 years. Then I went the Kawasaki GPZ900R in honor of my hero. Same color and I tried to put the right stickers on it too to make it even better. Those stickers give it an addition 50 hp.

[stevebeschakis]

Beautiful bike, but I don't trust myself to not (ab)use its potential, so I steer clear. I owned fast sport bikes in my 20s and somehow managed to make it to adulthood, but I don't want to press my luck. Great review!

[motorheadronnie]

I've been riding my 2000 Red/Silver Busa for 22 years. I've done several upgrades... brake lines, power commander, dyno tune and others. It's been rock solid and I still get off the bike after a canyon and highway ride with a smile. Yes, it'll do 200mph.

[TMAdventuresT]

Welcome to the 200mph+ club. This is by far the best looking version, with all the bells and whistles makes it a total monster ! Nice review 👍🏼

[peterroberts]

I’ve had a Hayabusa now for 19 years. That bike is awesome and every spring when I take it out of its cover it always amazes me the power is ridiculous but I love it so much.

[anthonyrosa]

I love the clock gauges. TFTs are good for additional info but you really need a tach and speedo and you can read the clocks at a glance through your peripheral vision. Sometimes old school is best for the simplicity and uncluttered views.