Quik to the point review. I like it. You look good on it, Flyer!

I've been looking at this for my wife as she really likes it's features and after hearing your pros and cons she has decided this is at the top of her list. Good honest review sir.

I have the S / naked version, has a few little differences and a bit cheaper. I'm absolutely in love with it! When I get a bigger bike next year I may just keep her.

Great vid yet again! Would love to see a collection of other 125cc beginner bike reviews such as Yamaha's R125, MT125, KTM's RC125 and Duke 125 etc.

I’ve bought a 125cc bike a few months ago, I can’t believe it😂 300hp are boring now! The MSX125 (Grom) is my paddock and stunt bike!

In the 80´s / 90´s we had the proper 125cc´s machines. I owned several and they go side by side with the "big" 600´s thumpers - those where the days. However this GSXR125 is a good choice for a young rider or frequent daily runs (home-work-home). As usual, a very good review.

Your videos made me pull the trigger on the gsxr125 ended up with a white 17 plate model and im loving every second of it had it almost a year now and I have to say what a great way to enter the world of motorbikes, thanks TMF

I’ve had this bike since late April this year, and I’ve got to say, I’ve not experienced the first two issues you pointed out, although I do have my own issues. Namely, sometimes it can be a bit stiff to shift up as the gear pedal sometimes seems to have more resistance than perhaps it should. This only happens every so often however. As well as that, an issue I have personally is that I can’t actually turn the bars to a full lock, since the end of the bar will hit my knee unless my foot is particularly far back on the peg. Even if that wasn’t the case, though, there’s still the issue of having no room for my hand if I go full lock, as even with the dimple there’s very little space. Despite these issues though, the bike is great. It’s sturdy and quick for what it is, and I’m glad it’s the one I chose to buy. I’m pretty light, but it’s also worth noting that I’ve managed to take it to an indicated 89 mph.

Got a 2024 GSXR and I love it! Although it has given me the itch to spend 900 on direct access for a big boy!

I have Dunlop Roadsmart 3 tyres and they are very stable in wet weather. Great tyre for a sports tourer which is used for touring, not for track days.

Great review TMF, learned to ride on the GSXS125 which was also a cracking little bike and big fun 👍

Thanks again for reviewing this bike , I’m looking for something like that to buy for my daily comuting , thanks again

If they carry over the main design elements to the super sport 750/600 range I’d reckon they would be selling loads of them. Best looking Suzuki so far this year

Nice one TMF. There's so much choice now & not enough cash! ABS well worth having on ANY bike.

Good review. Ordered one yesterday. Comes at the end of the month. Ordered the white colour version.

This is my first bike :) the 2023 version, i love it 😁

That review was of great help, thank you so much. Sold Suzuki! I’ll be on a 2nd hand blue one with the sports pack by the weekend. £3000 6,250 miles 1 mature owner dream come true. Oh and I couldn’t approve more of the way you ordered the pros for this bike. The black is growing on me, I rather like the white and red too. I’m buzzing, can’t wait, thanks again. PS New tires for an early Christmas present And a Tail tidy asap!

I got this bike because of your review , absolutely brilliant bike so far

Looking at buying this bike next year its a great looking bike, you pointed out the yoke being cheap looking which it was theyve sense changed it to a silver yoke and it looks so much better in my opinion

125’s have certainly come on a bit over the years. I bought a Yamaha TZR 125 in 1987, my first brand new bike, which if memory serves cost me £1300 pounds. Rode the pants of it and ahem, tweaked the YPVS so it made full power. Unfortunately it was T-boned by a myopic Ford Cortina driver whilst on my way to see my girlfriend. 😢

A really fair and interesting review TMF. I like the way you judge the bike on its own merits rather than constantly comparing it with the larger more powerful bikes we all like to ride. Interesting summary - if you carry on like this you’ll have the bike equivalent of Jay Leno’s garage!!

Came up as a private video initially, glad you fixed that ! Good follow-up review, in the blue colour it's a great looking bike, wish they'd make one with the SV650 engine :-)

TheMissendenFlyer, Thanks for the detailed review (I love your reviews). I currently own a HD motorcycle and was thinking of getting the GSXR125 as a second bike to commute to work. It looks like a very economical, sporty commuter. It looks like it might be fun in the twisties as well.

Great reviews TMF! I've just been doing that thing of looking up reviews of the bike I already bought lol. I bought the S version for commuting in Australia. For me (6'5") I was just too tall for the R version, and for commuting it seemed like overkill really. I still look like an ape on the S version, but it's comfortable, fun (it's the same bike without the fairing and raised bars), and insanely cheap. I get a realistic 3l/100km on my commute, which gives it a range of a bit over 300km, meaning I only have to fill up once per week, which is an underrated bonus on a commuter bike. I will say the S verion is f-ing ugly though. I'm currently looking into the possibility of swapping out that hideous alien headlight, which looks fine on the R version, but yeah, ugly stick time on the S, but mods are a taking a while for these bikes lol. The fastest roads on my commute are 60mph, so this bike is perfect really, and compared to my main bike (Tiger 800), it's just so much cheaper. The on the road price was $3800, which I believe is about 2070 british pounds.. so not really sure what's going on with the UK pricing, or if that's good/bad there? Only other negative I'd add in is that the exhaust system is a single unit to save weight, so you have no option but to go full system exhaust if you want to mod that, and it is very quiet as you say in another vid. I know full system are in style nowadays, but there may still be some people hoping to use a slip on to improve the sound whilst not removing the cat, so just good to know I guess. Definitely agree on the seat though - already added an aftermarket to mine lol

Another quality review.

just bought this bike and i am getting it in under a week and i am super exited to get it and this video helped alot

The GSX S-125 should be a blast too then as an alternative to the R variant :)

I had a brand new out the dealer ship 2021 kawasaki z125 but 2 weeks ago i was hit by a truck, it was hit fault so i got my money back + compensation so that was nice. Unfortunately where i am in England all brand new kawasaki 125s are out of stock until 2023 so 2 days ago i went to a suzuki dealership and put a deposit down on a 2022 one in blue itll here on the 1st of june i can't wait, i really hope its worth the money

GOOD AND FAIR REVIEW I CURRENTLY OWN THIS BIKE. IN THE BLUE MOTO GP RACE COLOURS THE LOCAL GARAGE WANTED TO SELL ME A USED ONE FOR £3550 HOWEVER AFTER A FEW CALLS I HAD PURCHASED A BRAND NEW ONE FOR £3600. ( £50 more ) This is much better than my first 125. Which was a Pre ABS 14 plate Yamaha YZF R125. Personally I must admit that the Yamaha did look more nicer and better. But its overall height and seat position Was too high for me and lacked the FULL digital display features such as Gear positions also not as clear or easier to read display. I personally think this is one bike I can fully recommend for short riders. With such high recommendations and reviews How could I refuse buy , own and recommend this bike.

Just bought the moto gp replica version cannot wait for it to arrive. Great video review as always.

Thanks for posting. Love the looks and color scheme of the bike. I must agree with you in regards of the keyless start. Got it in my GS, and if I had to do it over, I would prefer using the key. Same with cars.

Definitely suits someone your size but sit me a 6ft 3" 18 stone barn door on it and it may look a bit daft. Could dent the performance as well as the MPG. Seriously though there are some great choice out there now for learning on a 125, the Yamaha YZF125 still takes it for me in looks.

Glad i found your video, i’m looking to start of riding, a little late in my life but why not eh (43 now) I’ve always loved and wanted a gixxer 600, but i have Been advised to start off with a 125, so glad to see your video, glad its economical too as i’ll be doing an 90 miles per day ( hour each way ) Fed up with car traffic lol

I wish you'd stop calling it a budget bike. £4k is a lot of money to the target audience of the bike. It's only a budget bike when you compare it to bigger bikes. You don't call a fiesta 1.0 a budget car, it's just less expensive than a mondeo 2.0. Cos its a different tool to do a different job

In Australia the on-road price of this bike is £2200 - and Australia is not known for offering cars or motorcycles at good prices either. Something in the UK just isn't right for young people to be paying such high prices to get into the motorcycle market.

Commenting on some of the bad points you mention with my own experiences of owning a white 2018 model: 1) First and second gears on my GSXR I usually start revving to 3-4k and upshifting to 3rd which seems to me to be perfectly fine, the bike will easily do 15MPH-25MPH at that range. I've yet to ride a bigger bike so maybe I'm just not used to pure power in the low gears haha! 2) On my bike, the gearbox occassionally throws me into N from 1st to 2nd or 2nd to 1st even when really going for it as you mentioned, very strange! 3) A lot of reviewers have said they've cheaped out on lots of parts, not sure, for me it's my first bike and I'm happy with how everything is as standard but maybe. A beautiful bike in my eyes but could certainly use some OEM parts to really help improve the look, such as the indicators for sure haha! 4) The Dunlop tyres are very good in wet weather in my experience, only once have I ever felt the back start to slide and that was on a roundabout with some grit/dirt laying down, easy enough to correct and haven't had any problems personally. 5) I'm 5'11 and the bike is very small when compared to bigger bikes and even the YZF-R125, one of the only downsides to the bike in my opinion. Even when fully tucked, you'd struggle to get yourself low enough unless you're a smaller rider, the extension to the windshield doesn't really help either. On your good points: 1) I have personally easily reached 72MPH at 9,000RPM, there's more in there but not willing to speed to try. Don't have a private track! ;) 2) I refuel every 1.5 to 2 weeks depending on how far I ride, the stated 122MPG isn't far off, personally my record is 117MPG from full tank to reserve! Definitely very economical, you're looking at weekly £7-8 in petrol at £1.19p/L here in the North West and about £13 for a full 11L fillup! 3) Keyless ignition is supposedly quite a bit more secure to theft but the bike has a glaring issue, if you leave the keyless in the standard "Up" position at 12 o'clock. Even if you're not within 1.5m, the bike can actually be started and there goes your bike. Something to remember for sure! I love the feature and it's something I want when I move up to a bigger bike! 4) The brakes work very well as you mentioned, even a single wavy disc although it looks like it won't do much for stopping power and people have scoffed at, is enough to stop you from 50-0 within a reasonable distance. 5) At 3499, the special discount price I bought the bike for, I believe it is definitely the best 125cc sports bike on the market. The YZF is an amazing machine from what I've seen but way too expensive. Even at full price, 4099 vs 5000 is quite a difference, enough to pay for my yearly insurance! Thank you for the review and love your channel TSF! Looking forward to more content!

Brought one, getting it tomorrow in white :)

You didn't mention the engine sound it produces -- Better than 95 percent of the bikes in this league.

Dear Mr. Your speech very impressive )

I averaged 144mpg on my 2017 YZF R125. I gave it the beans every day as well.

I'm a student so I need a cheap bike but I want abs for safety reasons. Might have to pick this one up!

Something which has come up in conversation among my peers. We would love to have TMF T shirts but is it wise for men of our age to wear T shirts with "hey kids" emblazoned on them? Just a thought, may be misconstrued ! Comments please.....

I think I'd be more swayed toward the upright version if tempted to buy.

Fantastic review of this bike. Fair and honest. I own one. A Blue GP Race colour edition My question is.. I now like the New Kawasaki ninja 125 and the New Yamaha YZF R125 All which where not available when I bought the Suzuki GSX R would you please do a comparison on them three bikes as this would reassure my purchase of the Suzuki Thanks in advance

Nice looking bike, especially in blue. I miss my YS125 as it was great for commuting and dirt cheap to run. I would be tempted to go for the Ninja 400 though for a little more extra power. I sat on the bike at Excel in Jan and I thought it was lovely. Would be great if you could review the ninja at some point. 👍

Nice comment BBC News I'm really enjoying to listen

Such a nice bike...70 mph ..125 motor. It must be the gearing ....groms only do 55 tops. I'd prefer the Suzuki any day.

Great Review 👍🏻

Exhaust doesn't look great, the keyless feature is brilliant, think about it key scratches, fiddling ect. You're right about the tyres I'd want wider ones, do you think it should have a bubble shield put on?

Factory stock exhaust look sucks big time , i usually change the exhaust muffler on my first mod , i am fan of Suzuki 😅

The best thing about this bike is that it's light enough to lift up some stairs if you live in a flat.

I know this is a old video but how did you find the keyless ignition, this is the only factor taking me away from getting this bike.

Nice review, I personally dislike the ""skinny" look just like the Honda CBR imo. I'm currently looking at the Hyosung gt125R, any thoughts about that?

Don't understand keyless ignitions - you still need the key on your person, right? Also, I was told (at an advanced defensive/evasive driving course) that all ABS is Bosch....no?

Thinking about picking this model up as my first bike, i m 38 and 189cm, will it be fine or would i look strange on it? if yes what other 125 would you recommend?

Very helpful 👌

Lord above just look at the size of the bit of plastic 6:30 holding the number plate.ahah nearly dragging along the ground!

Great shame it's not comfortable, I did long days on my 125 'cruiser' but eventually got bored with it's 8.5 hp. Maybe one day we will have the magic 15 ish hp on one to give it a year more subjective life or so, but I doubt it.

Wonder how good the Ninja 125 is going to be.

I know this is an old video but i take it, it was brand new with 0 miles when you got it? Been breaking mine in steady as said in owners book and its boring the shit out of me, noticed your giving it some.. will i be ok to give mine a bit more hammer? Obviously you have been riding a long time whats your experiences with break in methods? Cheers

Have you got a video of you riding it?

I guess the comment about the first two gears has to be more about just 15 hp getting over 200 kgs moving rather than anything to do with the gearing.

Can any help how to use the answer back function? Thanks

Mate please you've gotta help me, I'm about to get my A1 licence and I'm stuck between this, the yzf r125 and the ninja 125 and I don't know what to get

It s a good looking and stylish bike for a learner but a very limited market these days and don`t you think they will soon grow out of it?

Keyless ignition might help prevent theft.

you should do the MT-125!

Cool vid matey, Mmmmm still too expensive for a L bike at just over 4K!

Hey Mr Flyer! Nothing to do with this review, i was wondering where to post a question on things you may know about. I am looking at purchasing a motorcycle mover dolly and wanted to know if you have any experience of them.

can i ask .... how can miss second gear not mad just wanna know

Hey i am 2 meter tall (6,6) but can i fit on the bike u think?

Hope you get to review Suzuki cruisers?

Hello Mr Flyer. Can you please advise on what tires would you recommend to swap these with?

Looks better than the Butterface 1000.

Cant u do review on mt125 abs m8

Wow ...you really work ...for the videos ... making notes ..aaa

Cbr 125 with cr 350

lol i actully dont understand why UK as Massive number plates on both cars and motorcycle, maybe you can protest to have fewer characters on motorcycles. In Australia motorcycle are only like 5 characters long and soo its about 18(L)x10cm, and our cars standard number plate only have 6 characters lol.(if you have alot of money and lucky you can probably can find a single digit number plate xD)

Hi mate just wanted to know if I should have gotten a owners manual with my new one of these it's an s not the r model I'm in Australia thanks for anything you can tell me

I wonder if the keyless start is to help against bike theft?

Would this bike he good for someone who is 183cm/6ft?

Hello TMF. I have no reason to doubt what you say on your bike reviews. @6:51 you mentioned you'd be "quite tempted". Now this I do doubt. Knowing what bikes you own and what you use them for, I can't for the life of me think where a new 125cc would fit into the stable or cover a gap in function that your other bikes don't do. I am lost on your view that you need a 125cc pretend sports bike. Come to think of it, unless you need a 125cc for certain track classes, who does need such a bike?

Hey man, may I ask how tall are you?

In our country 125/150s puppies are best sellers 😅

Im 6 6 now or 200 cm. I am considering getting one but i dont think ill FIT

I don't understand it ! Get a 250 street and trail and learn to ride . Then keep your trail bike and get something a bit more exciting unless you are completely in love with dirt bikes by this time . In which case get more serious about a CRF 450L or a KTM 350,500 OR EVEN 690 .

I've been browsing everywhere to know the tire sizes of the bike :(

100mpg that is an astronomical figure

How tall are you Please

The only question I wanted answered is....is this made in Japan?....because india was putting out some trash Yamahas and Suzukis and Hondas that have horrible quality and looked like rip offs of the bigger bikes...😒...if it's made in Thailand or Japan..I'd go for it...if its India ik their build quality is horrible

I think it's a stupid choice for a new rider.As a new rider you will fall off.It's all part of learning.On a naked bike hardly any damage will be done.On a bike with a fairing it will mark very badly or crack.Then an expensive repair.I have a young friend who bought Honda's version of this bike.he dropped it on a slow corner and it cracked the fairing.

Sweep those leaves up! ;-)

how tall are you?

You are the first rider (Video) who complains about the first two gears.

This is a 125cc machine not a proper high-end sports bike.. So we don't expect a really good and smooth gearbox from this bike..

The problem is these bikes are just too expensive, learners are likely to trade up within a couple of years and would be better off buying a second hand 125. Of course if everyone takes this approach then the market will collapse and Suzuki et al will stop making 125s..

That rear mudguard looks awful though...

Wait ..your British ....and your using miles , gallon and pounds .... What happened to the metric system

Pretty little puppy? that bike? does it not make you puke with all those mish mash lines and using hard cheap plastic for the fairings? :P where is my puke bag blrblrlblrlblrblrlbr :P Now I am gonna heal my eyes buy looking at oldschool 125-250-2504t-400 bikes and to think that those low end bikes looked cheap before when they look like proper racebikes compared to the new breed of low capacity "budget" bikes.

U've got a Panigale in the garage and is tempted by a Suzuki 125cc. Really? Isn't that like being married to a supermodel and fancying an afair with a goat?