The V-Strom is the only bike here with a "Goldilocks" 19 inch from rim, so it wins! 🙉 On test there are two trail bikes, one adventure bike and one sports bike. 😁
@@ivannbayle552 I bought the versys and even tho it feels sporty i would not say in anyway was it a sport bike after owning a ZX12R, Even tho thats not classed as a hyper bike anymore. Everything said i absoutley love my versys.
I rode all 4 (last year). All 4 are excellent, you can't lose out with any of them. Pity you didn't use the basic Tiger (the 850). Each one has its charms. £60 and an hour of cussing and you can have the Oxford heated grips on any of them (without heated). I also have the Keis Vest (toasty).
Finaly a basic model review. Thank you for this episode. The new Versys caught my eyes with its new looks but the price and feature between the standard and SE versions are huge (for me). I would much rather spends on pannier cases, audio system and protection bars. This head to head convinced me to go for the base model and just enjoy the ride rather than worrying on electronic assist features that it doesnt have. It would be nicer if it came with color display as default though.
Happy holidays to all! Im 49, I had a fair share of motorcycles in the 31 years that im riding, mostly I had ss or st bikes.I made up my mind that its about time to get a brand new motorcycle in my life, and I cant make my mind if I want the versys or the Vstrom... I always loved 4 cylinder engines but I wouldnt mind a v2 also. Anyways, I really liked the way the presantation of the bikes .My best from Greece for a happy 2021!!
Don't hesitate on the Versys 1K. Its superb. 2015 models onwards have the looks and everything you need. 2 years and 8000 miles on my 2018 just fantastic. As the presenters said its got more power than you'll ever need and so much torque that you never find yourself in the wrong gear. You could ride this bike perfect,y well with just 2nd and 6th gear. Go for it
I recently bought a 2020 vstrom 1050, not the xt. I got a great deal on a seasonal closeout, and absolutely love this bike, but under a different set if circumstances I would spend the extra $ on the xt, because the base model is really lacking w/o several if these items, ie knuckle guards, engine crash bars, oil filter cover, etc. I can only speak for the Suzuki..
I own 2018 VStrom 1000XT that I thoroughly enjoyed with over 22K reliable miles but no cruise control, poor wind protection, and PIA spoked rims that are hard to keep clean. When purchased it was superior value for $. Now these deficiencies are among many reasons I am moving on by purchasing a 2022 Versys 1000SE that has everything I wanted, cruise, quick-shifter, heated grips, fully electronic suspension, cornering lights, more power etc. Suzuki marketing is delusional forcing buyers to pay premium for useless off-road style poser bike features like spoke rims just get key features you would normally want for touring such as 2023 1050DE offers with quick-shifter or better suspension . It is absolute nonsense as the VStrom 1000 and 1050 lack adequate ground clearance or suspension travel to compete with Africa Twin, Triumph, or BMW. They should instead emphasize more adventure touring and target those willing to spend more money on touring type niceties without promoting a poser off-road bike that it really isn't. By comparison riding Versys 1000SE LT+ is comfortable, precise, and linear like a refined sports car . Whereas VStrom engine especially in low rpms
I'm really considering selling my 2019 GSA1200TE to buy a 2020 V-Strom 1050XT. At around £5,000 less than what I would get selling my GSA, I don't feel I would miss the GSA as much. I also feel it's the V strom would make me feel better running it through the winter months over the more expensive GSA.
i have ridden a vstrom and own a versys and both are bad ass. probably the kawi by a nose for overall power and comfort, both awesome but not sure bout the other two.
Yes and no. For example the At adventure sport as a much larger gas tank that give more weather protection (when you ride to work everyday thats nice to have in winter) but for sure its an expansive bike.. How did bike price became so high within 10 years ?..
For touring I will go for ninja 4 cylinder will be nice for long journey because less vibration… for adventure go for 2 cylinder can produce nice torque at low rpm it’s useful when climb mountain with no roads
Vstrom 1050 hands down. Economical, torque, perfectly maneuverable in traffic, doesn't overheat, superb clutch and accurate gearbox. Speaking from my own experience
@@chrisw4215 Hi, I have ridden both. I went for vstrom 1050xt 2021 in red and white. I was torn between those two myself. Totally different motorbikes in every way. Kawasaki is bulkier around its waist so to speak and a clear sports tourer. 4 cylinder inline, very lively from higher rpm, a perfect chassis and lots electronics. Very smooth machine. Vstrom on the other hand v twin 90% 2 cylinder is a all to do tool. The power is linear and pulls better from lower rpm. Not as sporty as kawi but absolutely versatile and lot more fuel efficient. Vstrom will do everything for lot less money but that is just my opinion.
@@marekboroth6707 red and white is gorgeous. thank you for your comment. I'm thinking about buying a used one. Vstrom 2020, Kawasaki 2019. Both cost around £9500. Vstrom still has a warranty up to June next year. Kawasaki is from a dealer so probably 30 days. I had Kawasaki z1000sx so I think I know what I might expect but never ridden vstrom. Kawasaki looks superb, Suzuki is a hidden gem for me. Can't decide :)
@@chrisw4215 Every bike should be purchased for its purpose hence people change minds quickly and some end up with 3 motorbikes in a single year. 😀 Vstrom will not let u down, its reliability is legendary. That engine has been around for over a decade. Comfy ride, easy to live with. Kawasaki on the other hand is sportier and more exciting on open roads. Vstrom is excellent on twisties and in a city. Tough choice but both are brilliant
Nice review with some good advice. My thoughts on which bike to buy base or top spec depends on if it's going to be a keeper or not. If you change every few years do your homework on trade in/used values first because if you choose the base model when no one wants one (e.g. a basic BMW 1250 GS) then when you come to sell it the price you get for it compared to what you paid could mean the more expensive option could work out being the better option in the end. Forgot to add I have a Keiss heated vest and it's brilliant in cold or wet weather
These motorbikes are like chalk and cheese. Impossible to compare on every level. Kawi 4 cylinder inline, AT 2 cylinder parallel, vstrom 2 cylinder V 90%. Different wheels in sizes. 2 road biased, 1 offroad oriented. Completely different engine characteristics and chassis as well
You are missing the point I think. Getting the heated gear makes sense all the time if you like to ride in extreme weather OR if you have multiple entry level motorcycles but if I am to buy one motorcycle and only one, I would probably go for comfort and reliability with heated grips at the minimum. And at least here were I live I do not have much say into what I can buy as most dealers sell option up models
Sorry but they spent too much time comparing what they didn't have and what they could have. Of course we'd go for a higher spec bike. Their job was review what was in front of them, and I still don't know which was best or why?! Or maybe you told us but I was just soooo bored by then. Keep it simple. Chart them as 1, 2, 3 and 4 and tell us why you ordered them like that. And it was nice of KEIS to give you some kit but you should have done a separate vid for that 🙄🤦
I’m going to test by myself some of them, already did with v-storm 1050, also I tested versys 650 and after drive the Suzuki v engine, versys 650 was a waist of time, I do not like nothing of that bike and the dealer give me the choice to try Kawasaki z900 that have same engine that versys 1000 and it was amazing engine. Quite different from Suzuki but I love both!!! I’m going tomorrow to try Yamaha tenere 700 …. Let’s see what’s my feeling because now I can’t forget that naked bike z900 what’s a fuck
@David Squibular I have not gotten any yet, I still thinking... The Yamaha Tenere 700 was amazing too, it's out road bike but in the city was fun drive it and in expressway was better than I expected. And the price is quite good. I also try the BMW GS1250 and GS850, the small I didn't like but the biggest was a Queen... Back to the middle range budget I pretty like what Suzuki is given, the V-Storm 1050XT is very good but in my opinion the bike do not have the best design as BMW or Thrinph Tiger haven. That's the issue, we can't get all in one bike.
This review was toss. To start with the triumph 850 sport is the base model not the 900 rally . We all know that base model bikes are cheaper than top spec so what was the point. Next time you want to review a set of gloves or a heated vest just review them.
Guys standing around close to each other 0:20 , 03:48 , 04:56 , etc. No mask in sight, and they say it takes a special "mutation" for the virus to spread rapidly in the UK? I watch many UA-cam channels based in the UK and have been disappointed to see how casually people disregard the safety precautions we all know by now. Wear a mask. Stay 2m (6') apart. Avoid all unnecessary contact with others. Showing casual disregard to these guidelines only encourages viewers to do the same.
@@vanessaronquillo8312 As a lifelong advocate for science and discovery and one who never takes things on faith without checking sources I find your accusation that _I_ am the one who believes what the masses tell me to be laughably ironic. The smartest person I have known personally told me when I was young "Always question your own motivations." This simple saying has served me well. I have always been careful of believing things simply because I *wanted* them to be true. I dearly want to think that this disease is no big deal, nothing at all. That is not true though. Yes, it is scary. It randomly chooses some people to slowly drown in their own juices and that is a horrible way to go. Unfortunately those who believe it is not real are far more likely not to take the steps to avoid getting and spreading this invisibly small virus. Don't trust what I, just some guy on the internet, has to say. Ask several hospital workers who have been through a surge in infections. Better yet call some random morticians in NY, California, Texas, or Florida. Here on UA-cam check out the latest videos on the "Ask A Mortician" channel or, if you have the patience for science, watch the UA-cam podcast "This Week in Virology" that features hosts and guests who are among the leading authorities in viruses and virus caused disease.
What was this? Where is the review?
Nowhere really
It's a head to head, not a review.
And here's me thinking this was a motorcycle comparison test. Heated thong anyone?
Hilarious, but if I had to ride in that weather I'd be running that gear too :)
The V-Strom is the only bike here with a "Goldilocks" 19 inch from rim, so it wins! 🙉
On test there are two trail bikes, one adventure bike and one sports bike. 😁
Sports bike my arse. So a versys is the same as an R1, Blade, S1000r etcetc. Twat.
@@hedgehog3900Everything is relative Hedgey, so in this comparison to the rest, the Versys IS like a sportbike, imbecile!
@@MrBenHaynes Ahh, LIKE a sportsbike. Twat.
@@MrBenHaynes True
@@ivannbayle552 I bought the versys and even tho it feels sporty i would not say in anyway was it a sport bike after owning a ZX12R, Even tho thats not classed as a hyper bike anymore. Everything said i absoutley love my versys.
An advert for the Cotswolds rather than a bike review.
Well done, no one learned anything from this review!
You still haven't finished reviewing the first Africa Twin, you fell off then nothing!
:-D True...no takes from this review...learning? Zilch!!!
More like a weather report.
I rode all 4 (last year). All 4 are excellent, you can't lose out with any of them. Pity you didn't use the basic Tiger (the 850). Each one has its charms. £60 and an hour of cussing and you can have the Oxford heated grips on any of them (without heated). I also have the Keis Vest (toasty).
Finaly a basic model review. Thank you for this episode. The new Versys caught my eyes with its new looks but the price and feature between the standard and SE versions are huge (for me). I would much rather spends on pannier cases, audio system and protection bars. This head to head convinced me to go for the base model and just enjoy the ride rather than worrying on electronic assist features that it doesnt have. It would be nicer if it came with color display as default though.
Love this comparison. I am the actual weirdo who is looking at these for a trackday bike 😊.
More about the heated grips than the bikes
So, buy V-Strom, use savings for heated gear and a holiday in the Cotswolds... sounds like a good idea!
That's some beautiful Fall foliage you've got going on over there. Love that. But the incessant rain would drive me batshit crazy.
@2:21 the clutch cable tensioner is loose ...
How in the hell did you notice that 😂
Happy holidays to all! Im 49, I had a fair share of motorcycles in the 31 years that im riding, mostly I had ss or st bikes.I made up my mind that its about time to get a brand new motorcycle in my life, and I cant make my mind if I want the versys or the Vstrom... I always loved 4 cylinder engines but I wouldnt mind a v2 also.
Anyways, I really liked the way the presantation of the bikes .My best from Greece for a happy 2021!!
Don't hesitate on the Versys 1K. Its superb. 2015 models onwards have the looks and everything you need. 2 years and 8000 miles on my 2018 just fantastic. As the presenters said its got more power than you'll ever need and so much torque that you never find yourself in the wrong gear. You could ride this bike perfect,y well with just 2nd and 6th gear. Go for it
I recently bought a 2020 vstrom 1050, not the xt. I got a great deal on a seasonal closeout, and absolutely love this bike, but under a different set if circumstances I would spend the extra $ on the xt, because the base model is really lacking w/o several if these items, ie knuckle guards, engine crash bars, oil filter cover, etc. I can only speak for the Suzuki..
I definitely don't regret getting the XT
I own 2018 VStrom 1000XT that I thoroughly enjoyed with over 22K reliable miles but no cruise control, poor wind protection, and PIA spoked rims that are hard to keep clean. When purchased it was superior value for $. Now these deficiencies are among many reasons I am moving on by purchasing a 2022 Versys 1000SE that has everything I wanted, cruise, quick-shifter, heated grips, fully electronic suspension, cornering lights, more power etc.
Suzuki marketing is delusional forcing buyers to pay premium for useless off-road style poser bike features like spoke rims just get key features you would normally want for touring such as 2023 1050DE offers with quick-shifter or better suspension . It is absolute nonsense as the VStrom 1000 and 1050 lack adequate ground clearance or suspension travel to compete with Africa Twin, Triumph, or BMW. They should instead emphasize more adventure touring and target those willing to spend more money on touring type niceties without promoting a poser off-road bike that it really isn't.
By comparison riding Versys 1000SE LT+ is comfortable, precise, and linear like a refined sports car . Whereas VStrom engine especially in low rpms
I'm really considering selling my 2019 GSA1200TE to buy a 2020 V-Strom 1050XT. At around £5,000 less than what I would get selling my GSA, I don't feel I would miss the GSA as much. I also feel it's the V strom would make me feel better running it through the winter months over the more expensive GSA.
@@kannermw V-strom has a SE version from 2023, with light-alloy wheels, slightly better wind protection, what do you say about it?
i have ridden a vstrom and own a versys and both are bad ass. probably the kawi by a nose for overall power and comfort, both awesome but not sure bout the other two.
'It's beautiful now' 😂, Jesus here in Italy we would call such e weather the worst day of the year. I'm shivering while watching this video.
Yes and no. For example the At adventure sport as a much larger gas tank that give more weather protection (when you ride to work everyday thats nice to have in winter) but for sure its an expansive bike.. How did bike price became so high within 10 years ?..
For touring I will go for ninja 4 cylinder will be nice for long journey because less vibration… for adventure go for 2 cylinder can produce nice torque at low rpm it’s useful when climb mountain with no roads
3:27 a sunny day in England looks like that lol
Others have said where is the review?
I agree, what bike was best?
Wast of time so far.
brilliant video lads . well done
Which one of these four is the best for City traffic?
Vstrom 1050 hands down. Economical, torque, perfectly maneuverable in traffic, doesn't overheat, superb clutch and accurate gearbox. Speaking from my own experience
@@marekboroth6707 have you ridden Kawasaki? I’m torn between Suzuki 1050 and Kawasaki
@@chrisw4215 Hi, I have ridden both. I went for vstrom 1050xt 2021 in red and white. I was torn between those two myself. Totally different motorbikes in every way. Kawasaki is bulkier around its waist so to speak and a clear sports tourer. 4 cylinder inline, very lively from higher rpm, a perfect chassis and lots electronics. Very smooth machine. Vstrom on the other hand v twin 90% 2 cylinder is a all to do tool. The power is linear and pulls better from lower rpm. Not as sporty as kawi but absolutely versatile and lot more fuel efficient. Vstrom will do everything for lot less money but that is just my opinion.
@@marekboroth6707 red and white is gorgeous. thank you for your comment. I'm thinking about buying a used one. Vstrom 2020, Kawasaki 2019. Both cost around £9500. Vstrom still has a warranty up to June next year. Kawasaki is from a dealer so probably 30 days. I had Kawasaki z1000sx so I think I know what I might expect but never ridden vstrom. Kawasaki looks superb, Suzuki is a hidden gem for me. Can't decide :)
@@chrisw4215 Every bike should be purchased for its purpose hence people change minds quickly and some end up with 3 motorbikes in a single year. 😀 Vstrom will not let u down, its reliability is legendary. That engine has been around for over a decade. Comfy ride, easy to live with. Kawasaki on the other hand is sportier and more exciting on open roads. Vstrom is excellent on twisties and in a city. Tough choice but both are brilliant
I've been offered 3k off a new base Africa twin
Nice review with some good advice. My thoughts on which bike to buy base or top spec depends on if it's going to be a keeper or not. If you change every few years do your homework on trade in/used values first because if you choose the base model when no one wants one (e.g. a basic BMW 1250 GS) then when you come to sell it the price you get for it compared to what you paid could mean the more expensive option could work out being the better option in the end.
Forgot to add I have a Keiss heated vest and it's brilliant in cold or wet weather
So which bike was the best ??? OMG
The one you have... Because it's the one you have 😂
These motorbikes are like chalk and cheese. Impossible to compare on every level. Kawi 4 cylinder inline, AT 2 cylinder parallel, vstrom 2 cylinder V 90%. Different wheels in sizes. 2 road biased, 1 offroad oriented. Completely different engine characteristics and chassis as well
Hi, big fan of your review, from India, kindly review the jackets & Gloves which you all wear.
Thank you love from India
Review missing. This is a great advertisement for heated gear though.
Kawasaki Versys sem dúvidas, motor 4 cilindros muito conforto e prazer ao pilotar.
You ought to have ranked them 😊
You are missing the point I think. Getting the heated gear makes sense all the time if you like to ride in extreme weather OR if you have multiple entry level motorcycles but if I am to buy one motorcycle and only one, I would probably go for comfort and reliability with heated grips at the minimum. And at least here were I live I do not have much say into what I can buy as most dealers sell option up models
Nice content free review
Its a review about heated clothing not the bikes
Didn't I see this a few days back?
More motorbikes less about gloves
It was good, thanks
Kawasaki 🇯🇵 ❤️
Sorry but they spent too much time comparing what they didn't have and what they could have. Of course we'd go for a higher spec bike. Their job was review what was in front of them, and I still don't know which was best or why?! Or maybe you told us but I was just soooo bored by then. Keep it simple. Chart them as 1, 2, 3 and 4 and tell us why you ordered them like that. And it was nice of KEIS to give you some kit but you should have done a separate vid for that 🙄🤦
Suzuki izgleda odlično
Which bike is the smoothest among these?
Likely Honda
Likely versys, due to 4 cylindres in line
Need subtitles for the English LOL
I’m going to test by myself some of them, already did with v-storm 1050, also I tested versys 650 and after drive the Suzuki v engine, versys 650 was a waist of time, I do not like nothing of that bike and the dealer give me the choice to try Kawasaki z900 that have same engine that versys 1000 and it was amazing engine. Quite different from Suzuki but I love both!!!
I’m going tomorrow to try Yamaha tenere 700 …. Let’s see what’s my feeling because now I can’t forget that naked bike z900 what’s a fuck
@David Squibular I have not gotten any yet, I still thinking... The Yamaha Tenere 700 was amazing too, it's out road bike but in the city was fun drive it and in expressway was better than I expected. And the price is quite good. I also try the BMW GS1250 and GS850, the small I didn't like but the biggest was a Queen... Back to the middle range budget I pretty like what Suzuki is given, the V-Storm 1050XT is very good but in my opinion the bike do not have the best design as BMW or Thrinph Tiger haven. That's the issue, we can't get all in one bike.
Top spec vstrom xt cheaper than base model African twin.
The Versys is a great bike.... but doesn't fit here.
Wow for all the video shot you woulda thought somebody could've come up with a minimum of substance from the actual ride.
This review was toss. To start with the triumph 850 sport is the base model not the 900 rally . We all know that base model bikes are cheaper than top spec so what was the point. Next time you want to review a set of gloves or a heated vest just review them.
just buy the vstrom XT end of the best bike there
This is the most posh review ever.
Sick of tuning to commercials under the guise of video games entertainment...... will avoid this greedy channel.....
100 miles of riding? Wear leopard print thongs I bet.
KTM 1090 adv
Bike test ? What crap !
Pretty lame episode. Where's the comparison?!?
Still, a difficult decision!
Honda is shit
Guys standing around close to each other 0:20 , 03:48 , 04:56 , etc. No mask in sight, and they say it takes a special "mutation" for the virus to spread rapidly in the UK?
I watch many UA-cam channels based in the UK and have been disappointed to see how casually people disregard the safety precautions we all know by now.
Wear a mask. Stay 2m (6') apart. Avoid all unnecessary contact with others. Showing casual disregard to these guidelines only encourages viewers to do the same.
😱
“I watch many UA-cam channels” ...I’m whatcha might call an internet expert
Good god man, no one watches youtube and reads the comments to be lectured by the Covid police officer Bill Kerplunck.
And there you are one of the sheeples, there was never a covid 19 virus but believe what you want in fairy tales like this one.
@@vanessaronquillo8312 As a lifelong advocate for science and discovery and one who never takes things on faith without checking sources I find your accusation that _I_ am the one who believes what the masses tell me to be laughably ironic.
The smartest person I have known personally told me when I was young "Always question your own motivations."
This simple saying has served me well. I have always been careful of believing things simply because I *wanted* them to be true. I dearly want to think that this disease is no big deal, nothing at all. That is not true though.
Yes, it is scary. It randomly chooses some people to slowly drown in their own juices and that is a horrible way to go. Unfortunately those who believe it is not real are far more likely not to take the steps to avoid getting and spreading this invisibly small virus.
Don't trust what I, just some guy on the internet, has to say. Ask several hospital workers who have been through a surge in infections. Better yet call some random morticians in NY, California, Texas, or Florida. Here on UA-cam check out the latest videos on the "Ask A Mortician" channel or, if you have the patience for science, watch the UA-cam podcast "This Week in Virology" that features hosts and guests who are among the leading authorities in viruses and virus caused disease.
Waste of time “review”.
Boring review. Waste of time.
0:41 did you make it on purpose ? 🫣