Suzuki GSX650F honest owner review

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David reviews his 2008 Suzuki gsx650f and asks the question, is it a good choice in the year 2022. He talks about the motorcycle's comfort, power, looks, cost, handling and how it feels like to live with this motorcycle as a daily driver.
The Suzuki GSX650F is a sport touring motorcycle made by Suzuki. It is essentially an updated Bandit with gsxr fairings, filling the void of the retired Katana. The 656 cc liquid-cooled engine has 85 bhp (63 kW) and a 12,500 rpm redline. The transmission is 6-speed with a chain drive. Anti-lock brakes were added as standard equipment in 2009 for Canada.
Since its introduction there have been two recalls for the US 2008 model for electrical issues that cause stalling while riding and improper battery charging, neither my bike suffers with.
I hope you enjoy the review
Welcome to "that biker couple's" KZfaq channel. We are a biker couple who love motorcycles and share our passion with the world. We get out on our bikes every chance we get and we always bring a camera with us. Follow us as we tackle our own maintenance, try out new mod's and gear, go on group spins and just have as much fun as possible.
Nikki is a new rider, on a Benelli BN125, who is just starting out and building her confidence and Dave is happiest when doing burnouts on his Suzuki GSX650F. New videos every Tuesday at 7pm. Welcome along!
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disclaimer: Driving may be dramatized and staged for entertainment purposes and should not be copied or tried at home, nor should it be taken as accurate evidence of anything as the video is highly edited.
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@danrxx93 2 жыл бұрын

Great review and nice content! I got myself a GSX650F at the beginning of 2021. It’s my first big bike I was a bit worried about the weight moving from 125 but to be honest after few spins this bike is nimble as any other bike on the road great machine!! Safe ridding ✌️

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations on moving up to the 650, glad you like the channel. Great bikes the 650f. Ride safe 😊

@seangannon193 2 жыл бұрын

i agree i love my 650f , has a great instrument , ive led round mine, yoshi r77 carbon exhaust sounds great and for everyday riding its plenty quick enough, double bubble is a must. i agree the weight is a issue till you get your confidence, and the throttle is a bit wierd till you get used to but when you get the confidence its fantastic, and the hydraulic clutch is just wonderful

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

The yoshi is a nice choice exhaust sounds lovely. Thanks for watching and I'm glad you liked it 😁

@essenel Жыл бұрын

I've been wanting one ever since i started learning how to drive a bike. Fast forward and i got my license, still trying to get my hands on one. Thanks for the video ! Only made me want it more

@ricardorivera1267 2 жыл бұрын

This video is perfect, thank you very much man. That is how you do a review of a bike, even showed the under seat storage space. This helped me a lot to decide and really have an honest impression of the bike. This weekend I am going to buy one and wanted something like this. Cheers

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your kind words, glad you liked it and ride safe 🤙💯

@zEE-kAY 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a 162 cm tall female and own this bike. It's an awesome bike but it is heavy as a cow! So leaning while stopping and standing on it is a russian roulette for me :D . And pushing it is a workout of itself. If it was just a little bit lighter it would be a perfect bike in my opinion.

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

I agree 100% with you, a little lighter and it would make the world of difference, ride safe 😊

@Kurtt008 Жыл бұрын

Going to see one this week, thanks for the review. I will definitely purchase if the deal is right, i'm coming from a DR200 si this is going to be different, but that's what I want!

@johnmulcahy4897 2 жыл бұрын

Great vid mate I'm on my second bandit basically the same bike great machine!!

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

Great bikes, love the look of the bandit. Thanks for watching and ride safe 👍

@arimkus 2 жыл бұрын

Good video mate! My first ever bike and it's a great one to start with if you can handle the heavier weight. I'm 6'4 and I'm still comfortable on this bike! I've done hours and hours on it when touring and sure arse gets sore after a while but nothing a quick stop won't fix. I find my throttle to be the exact same, thought something was wrong with my bike at first. But again it's only a minor downside I can certainly live with 🙂

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

It's a great bike and it's nice to hear everyone has the same throttle issues and it's not just my bike. Glad you liked it 🙂

@focuscommander Жыл бұрын

Loving my GSX650F and even as a shortarse it wasn't a problem as it was a simple case of changing the dog bones and putting shorter ones on, 40mm under standard. It's a great bike and you can change the lights for LED's without any problems. All in I'd definitely recommend this bike to anyone.

@DeiseRebel 2 жыл бұрын

I love the face on yours, I’d say in the darker hours it looks class. The tinted face is real nice. Cheers, another good vid 🏍🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man, means a lot 🙌😁

@muaythai1814 2 жыл бұрын

Great review, you had me in stitches laughing at parts of the review, Great information too, you earned a new subscriber, mochara.

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

I'm really glad you enjoyed it and welcome along. Thanks for watching 😊

@ETC_Rohaly_USCG 2 жыл бұрын

Bought a 2009 back in 2019 and absolutely love it. ($2000 USD out the door as the shop was going out of business) Tons of aftermarket parts on it too! -Givi wind screen -Power Commander V -Delkevik exhaust -center stand -heated grips -Corbin gunfighter saddle w- backrest…

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

That was a great buy, the delkevik exhaust sounds brilliant and the power commander is a great addition. Sounds like a nice example 🙂

@hachewie 2 жыл бұрын

Great review.

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you I'm glad you enjoyed it and thanks for watching 😊

@patnashhaulage 2 жыл бұрын

Great video brilliant quality 👏 👌

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks pat 😊

@robertdobbelaer8503 2 жыл бұрын

Liked your review. I bought one new (abs model) in 2015 with an Arrow end-can, still like it very much. I really like the looks of the bike. As you mentioned, its somewhat heavy when manhandling it, when riding its really ok. What I also appreciate is the stability of this bike, hardly sensitive for crosswinds on the motorways too. You mentioned touring on this bike. Since I also own a V-Strom 650 I must admit that the V-Strom is a much better tourer for long distances, nevertheless I agree you can tour on the GSX650F. My throttle is super smooth, no on/off issues at all, much better than my V-Strom which can be a little on/off. Personally I didn't like the rear shock, so I bought a good aftermarket shock. It gave a huge improvement, much better comfort and road contact. The front suspension is really good for a budget bike, no change there except for the occasional fork oil change. The bike is easy to maintain and will last forever with a little maintenance. Only difficult part is the valve clearance check, took me about 5 hours in total, fortunately no adjustment needed. One thing I must mention is tires, I do think this bike suffers from an almost worn front tire, the steering becomes quite heavy. Cheers!

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

You make some great points there, the v storm is a brilliant bike also. I might look into a rear shock as you said 🙂 glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for watching 👍

@PeterWatson-od6eg Жыл бұрын

Got myne 14 months ago went from a small 250 cafe racer ,and after I got use to the weight i can't fault it got the power and comfort surprised a lot of guys on much bigger bikes I'll be going for a burn tmoz stay safe buddies

@jpgeysels3109 Жыл бұрын

I am also nervous i bought a gsx750f from 2005 and i am still busey t get my lycence i just hope i can handle the bike because i just had to get one for me its the perfect model love the revieuw

@AA-bx6uq 2 жыл бұрын

I own one and changed front sprocket to 16teeth. Now it is much more useable at lower gears in city and much more comfortable on highways.

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

I've heard of a few people making that change the sprocket and they all love it. Must look into myself 😉 thanks for watching 👍

@listairgin 2 жыл бұрын

How many teeth was the standard front sprocket?

@MrB590 3 ай бұрын

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@westonriders6799 2 жыл бұрын

Great vid

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

@westonriders6799 2 жыл бұрын

@@DaveTube3310 more than welcome

@user-cx1di3ql1h 5 ай бұрын

Thats the sort of review people want someone that actually rides one. Really like the look of them and yes you have persuaded me im having one..😂😂👍

@RacexEV Жыл бұрын

Owner here myself and I just recorded acceleration times yesterday. 0-60mph I got 3.5secs dead. My bike is also due servicing, chain needs cleaning, oil changes. Despite that it’s still shooting off at the line. 0-100mph was about 8.6secs. It’s absolutely rapid. However at 5ft 7 I think I just about manage to walk it about. Luckily I manage but in London this size bike and weight just isn’t fun. However once u hit an open motorway or country road it’s a beautiful bike and so underrated. Suzuki always gets shitted on but a bike that starts up immediately after 3 weeks of being left in the rain and cold is a solid bike. 2008 model.

@mckiernan5417 2 жыл бұрын

Great review man. Nice to find an Irish MotoVlogger. I'm new to biking, figured at 47 years of age it's now or never. I went with an 05' 650 Bandit for my 1st bike. It's basically the same bike only older and with less clothes. As a shortarse lightweight (5'6" 9.5 stone) this bike is a heavy bitch to manhandle but I suppose its something I have to get used to. Love the tail tidy on yours I've been thinking of doing the same. Where did you get yours, if ya don't mind me asking?

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

Welcome along and I'm glad you liked the video. I did a diy job on that, just cut the rear mudguard up and moved the plate up but I bought an $8 AliExpress tail tidy bracket and fitted it to the Mrs bn125, there's a full how to video with before and after in my channel videos if your thinking of buying one might be worth a look

@mckiernan5417 2 жыл бұрын

@@DaveTube3310 Cheers I'll check that out. Keep up the good work

@bagaati Жыл бұрын

I really like this bike

@MOTOZILIANS 2 жыл бұрын

100% legit review...wild ride

@bullseye911 2 жыл бұрын

Thinking about buying this as my second bike. Like the look of fully faired bike, but don't need a racer.

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

Perfect choice so, the looks of the racer but with all the comfort 👍

@davidg2116 2 жыл бұрын

Been looking at reviews for this bike as a commuter in London and a fella from Ennis pops up, love it! Great review. I'm looking for my first big bike. How do you think the handling, weight and the on/off throttle would be like commuting on central London heavy traffic

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

Greetings from across the pond 😊 glad you liked the review. This is a brilliant first big bike, would be so comfortable as a commuter bike. Weight and handling would be no problem and the on off throttle is good at low speeds it get more noticeable if you're at high revs like motorway miles. If you can get one at a good price I would go for it, big screen and fairings will be nice in bad weather also 👍

@davidg2116 2 жыл бұрын

@@DaveTube3310 I'm on a gsxs125 now and it's great in town but over 60mph it's not happy really. Zipping in and out of traffic is great on a 125 but I'd swap some of that for comfort and a bit of power. I had a cb650r for a week, loved it but insurance is frightening. Too many bikes stolen here. Subbed to the channel to get a glimpse of home 😁

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

@@davidg2116 thanks for the support and welcome along 😊 ride safe and keep us updated about your next bike

@suzukiscots9884 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic all round bike plenty of power and does everything no regrets buying my own 🔥🔥

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely agree 👍😊

@suzukiscots9884 2 жыл бұрын

@@DaveTube3310 I would recommend it as a starter bike

@Gustavo-of8zq Жыл бұрын

Excelente 👍

@andrewharrop7932 2 жыл бұрын

Good review,had my 12 plate from new and still like it,not a perfect bike but no bike is, the weight its heavy for a 650, throttle definitely on or off especially 30mph 50mph it does get annoying at times but you get used to it, I usually get approx 200 miles to a tank give or take 20 miles,so not to bad, still have original can on which I never understood why it needs to be so big. It's great fun to ride without pulling you arms off. Take care Stsy safe 🏍👍🏍👍

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. A great bike and a good all-rounder, the factory exhaust is absolutely massive alright. glad you enjoyed the review 😊

@Bykersam 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely share, good commentary on a great bike. Real reviews, rather than a spec sheet regurgitation 😊. Stay blessed and safe, fellow motovlogger, will support, hopefully a mutual thing 👍. Your biker brother Traveller MIA 🇬🇧

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words, always happy to support fellow bikers. Your channel is great, keep up the good work 💯👍

@jessastro007 2 жыл бұрын

What you left out was the advantages of having a heavy bike like this: on windy, gusty days when others in my area on lighter sport bikes complain it's too windy to ride, I'm out riding with little difficulty; the same goes for passing large trucks on the highway.

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

Your 100% right, they are a solid bike in the wind and on the motorway, would have been a nice addition to the review 😊 thanks for watching and ride safe

@andrewpeters7785 2 жыл бұрын

I completely agree. Rock solid even in a gusty crosswind

@joey193650 9 ай бұрын

My step son just gave me his that he wrecked. It needs the forks and some of the plastic around the headlight. I am going to fix it and see what I can do with it or sell it lol.

@johnzito125 2 жыл бұрын

Hi thanks so much for this review. I was prepared to buy one this weekend but after what you and others have said about the on/off throttle I'm going to pass. I have had carbureted sport bikes in the past that felt that way and hated it. I know this is injected but either way it's very important to be able to deliver smooth linear power off closed throttle to be smooth and safe. Thanks again, I have decided to pass because I hate that on/off throttle feeling. Stay safe.

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for watching. I have heard a few complaining about the throttle and not liking it, best of luck with your new bike and ride safe 👍

@LaurenceGough 2 жыл бұрын

When I had this bike I never found it to be unsafe at all, it's a great bike and I regret selling it, only reason I did was because of the weight, I've only got short legs so it makes it tricky for tough driveways etc. Still, I'd rather have kept it.

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

@@LaurenceGough the weight is a big issue with these alright, something special about them through. Many ex owners regret selling them

@LaurenceGough 2 жыл бұрын

@@DaveTube3310 I miss the sound and the smoothness the most. Yamaha engines sure sound to run rougher. Yamatick as they call it. By sound only not feel luckily. Suzuki purred. In fairness I probably should have gone for the Suzuki gsxr instead not sure why I didn't. I think it was the looks of the yams the won me over, she is a beauty.

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

@@LaurenceGough I have a yoshimura on my gsx650f and I never get tired of listening to it 😁

@jadesmith6823 2 жыл бұрын

I rode this girl for 8 years from new. A beautiful ride and if loved will never let you down let alone, being a great partnership to move up .. I now own a beautiful BMW r1200rt... So if you're looking to learn and love.. this is a great option 🙏❤️🙌

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comment, a great bike. Thanks for watching 👍

@jadesmith6823 2 жыл бұрын

@@DaveTube3310 do you still ride this mate?

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

@@jadesmith6823 I do still ride it, great bike for commuting and daily driving 😊

@josefmuller5726 Жыл бұрын

Is it comfortable if you are a lil Bit taller? About 1.90m?

@MOTOCEYCEY 2 жыл бұрын

NICE VIDEO BRO 💙💙🙏🙏💪💪💪

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I appreciate that 😊👍

@michals1108 Жыл бұрын

Suzuki got this great 750cc 4 cylinder engine from gsxr , I whish they could make new mid weight sport tourer with this engine, maybe slighty de-tune it to 120HP ,would be great bike along with gsx1000s

@crinustanulescu3391 2 жыл бұрын

Hi mate, where can I buy a mirror like the one you have over the rev counter?

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

Hi. If you type "motorcycle rear view mirror" into Amazon it should come up. Search a few pages as prices vary wildly for the same product off different suppliers. 15 is a good price

@crinustanulescu3391 2 жыл бұрын

@@DaveTube3310 thank you

@Benonweels Жыл бұрын

J’ai la même ✌🏼très bonne moto 👈🏼👍

@alenfora1400 2 жыл бұрын

I own a gsxf 750 from 1998 great bike but this is the next step

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

They are such a great bike a able to do a bit of everything, I really enjoyed mine. Thanks for watching and ride safe ...Dave🤙

@Gamer7511 2 жыл бұрын

Can't decide between this and a triumph Street triple 675... Which do you prefer as a commuter/weekend trip bike?

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

The street is more fun and faster. The gsxf is more comfortable and more suited to luggage. Tough call. Either way you wont be disappointed.

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

The street for the smiles per gallon 😊

@Gamer7511 2 жыл бұрын

@@DaveTube3310 thanks, the street actually has the panniers fitted so not too bad.

@Airwolf106 2 жыл бұрын

GSX650F WHAT A BIKE

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely 💯

@noorahmed40 2 жыл бұрын

Are you in Limerick or co. Kerry:?

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

Yes very near Limerick 😊

@Not.re4l. 2 жыл бұрын

Is it good for a first bike 😅😅

@g_siegl3707 2 жыл бұрын

I dont like that there are no mirrors, why do you drive without mirrors???

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching 😊 It's just the stock mirrors I removed. I have a 360 mirror inside my windscreen and a bar-end mirror on the right. I have a good field of vision with the both of them.

@g_siegl3707 2 жыл бұрын

@@DaveTube3310 I have the same bike, I put new mirros with integrated lamps for turning right or left in it

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

@@g_siegl3707 those do look good on the gsxf 💯😊

@iliamarinov7960 2 жыл бұрын

What about the price?

@iliamarinov7960 2 жыл бұрын

Do you think that £3000 are a lot for 2014"?

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

That seems fair enough in the current market to be honest, as long as it's been looked after well

@grokster9ontheroads174 Жыл бұрын

And you can put a gsxr engine in it and still insure it as the 650f! Some even put a hayabusa engine in one! Talk about a sleeper!

@I_hunt_lolis Жыл бұрын

650cc can't be that bad to push around. I've had pleasure of pushing 1300 cc XJR1300, now that's a cow

@jessesebastiansamuel Жыл бұрын

214kgs did you say? It’s 245kgs, it’s a fat pumpkin but I love mine.

@jerodrobinson4040 2 жыл бұрын

84 BHP is a bit much for a beginner...

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

I agree, in hindsight maybe it would be more suitable for a second bike than an absolute beginner. Thanks for watching and the feedback, ride safe 😊

@jerodrobinson4040 2 жыл бұрын

@@DaveTube3310 My exact thought..

@daveseemerollin6357 11 ай бұрын

Bollocks my first bike was a cb600f, it doesn't even wake up until 8000rpm. 80hp to the wheel, and 240kg is a pitiful power to weight ratio, it's completely manageable.

@jamesnortbitt6597 2 жыл бұрын

With respect you have no chance of keeping up with a proper 600 sport bike, zx6r gixer 600 (cbr 600 100bhp)and definitely not an( r6 120bhp). Nice bike and good video however. Nice touring type bike that is. Suscribed

@DaveTube3310 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and subscribing, I appreciate the support 👍 💯 my hopes of kicking it with the 6s are gone so 😔😂