I got one when they first came out in 2020, a performance tourer in the black/grey/green colour scheme and I’ve got about 15,000 miles on it now, I bought it for a tourbike/workhorse and really wasn’t expecting that much from it ( got a Panigale for sports duties) but I have to say that the Ninja has more than exceeded my expectations , absolutely brilliant all rounder 👍 We’ve just got back from a European trip, Germany, Austria, Italy, Slovenia, then back through Austria, Germany and Belgium on the way home 2,200 miles in ten days ( two of which were on the ferry) 56 hours of riding time and according to the dash it tells me it was averaging 58.1 mpg over the whole trip ( I think it’s a bit of a liar like 🤔?) because we were cracking on when we got the chance. Engine is a marvel of creamy smooth grunt, it just feels unburstable, starts from cold with no mechanical rattling whatsoever, ..unlike the BMW S1000s which rattle their brains out 😫! Can’t say it’s the most desirable thing out there, but it’s really got my respect for it’s capabilities, it just does everything without ever feeling out of its depth, I’m looking forward to banging loads more touring miles on it. If you’re looking for a destination,…. I was really impressed with Austria, I could have spent the whole week there, it’s got everything, chocolate box pretty, glorious Alpine passes, beautiful smooth twisty valley roads and everywhere is just so clean and pretty, my next trip there will be an Airbnb for a month and really spend time exploring the place, ..but as far as the Ninja goes, just buy one, I doubt very much that you’d be disappointed with it 😬👍
Sounds like you sure did put the bike through its passes with your Europe trip, its a great bike and awesome for some touring as you’ve proven. Ride safe.
Hi, I’ll be heading to Sardinia and Corsica in a month’s time on my 2021 Ninja 1000sx, in total I’ll be doing around 4000 km. How did you manage chain adjustment while on the road?
@@carlosalonso9866 Hi Carlos, To be honest the chain doesn’t seem to stretch that much, I’ve adjusted it about 3 times in 15,000 miles and most of that was due to fitting new rear tyres. Check it before you go and adjust if necessary and then just forget about it and enjoy your bike holiday 👍
I'm after a new bike, and I had my heart set on a Kawasaki Z900RS SE, plus a set of SW-Motech Legend panniers and the rack. But, then I thought about it, and when you compare the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX Tourer against it, with its far better specification, it works out cheaper, so it's no no-brainer really-it's the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX Tourer all day long! At the moment, Kawasaki have got some good deals happening on the MY23 bikes, and there's also a pre-registered one on offer at my local dealer. But, sadly, it's a bit too early due to my circumstances, and I was looking at January/February in time for the March 2024 registrations, before buying a brand-new bike. Also, my insurance is up for renewal at the end of February. But, there again, late winter is a very good time to walk into a motorcycle showroom! As for the Kawasaki Z900RS SE, it's a stunning bike; maybe one for the future. I can recommend Saint Anton am Arlberg, in Austria. It's a lovely village in the Tyrolean Alps, the skiing is fantastic, but also it's great in the summer. I loved the place, gorgeous scenery, and excellent nights out. 👍
Iv’e had mine since 06/21 and really love it. It’s just an honest all round great bike. I’ve only ever ridden mine in sport mode and it does it all. You ride it how you feel. You can chug around or you can really lean on it in the twistiest and it is a ton of fun. Brakes and suspension are good and power is more than you need on public roads. The suspension is incredibly adjustable and you can set it up so easily in a matter of seconds. I had a Tracer and a Tiger before and this makes them feel like antique tractors. I am about to take possession of my new Ducati Desert X and there will be no way I will be departing with my SX
You nailed it with this comment. It is a great bike, so much so Zoe (other half of DSR) almost bought this demo bike. Ride safe and enjoy your new Desert X.
Every now and then I look for new reviews of one the most competent all round bikes ever built .. as a way of saving money and buying something different. I shouldn't need anyone else to tell me just how awesome the SX is, but it's always good to hear someone elses opinion. Despite the lack of news, I sit hear full of covid for the 3rd time and it's awful. And to make it worse the suns out and I have little energy for riding round the Welsh country lanes. Great review of an even greater bike.
@@therelaxationguru9907 TBH love it and I am more comfortable on roundabouts than on my previous Honda. Taking off at green light when first you stay first no matter what.
Loving this video and the analysis. Got a 2021 last year and have 16k miles on it…! I know I’m bias but it’s rare to find a dissatisfied owner… Heading to Tail of The Dragon, Rockies, and Sturgis the year!
Your comments on the quick shifter are interesting. Mine does perfect upshifts at everything except dawdling revs. Downshifts aren’t perfect. Got my tourer version late ‘21. Love it. I describe it as a bike for dads who’ve been there and done it with sports bikes but can’t stand the thought of an adventure style bike. Great mix of practicality and speeeeed.
You aren't wrong, it certainly hits a decent market of riders. This was certainly on the short list for my new bike this year, sadly it got beat by an adventure style bike :). I wanted to do some green lanning this year, the SX just couldn't cut the mustard on that front. Enjoy your SX Mark. Ride safe.
Good review. I iust got a ninja1000sx in July. 2024 model, I love it. I live in Alabama in the USA. I go on short rides so far, and have 1400 miles on it. I love the comfortable position also i just ordered a gel seat, and also frame sliders, and an akropovic slipon. I love the power and anytime torque. The brakes, shocks, and mirriors are good. It's a good looking bike. I love everything about this bike, the quick shifter is good also. I like how both lights stay on on low beam. The quick shifter is fun.
looking at changing from my MT09 Tracer to a sx1000, just repeating what’s been said, cracking review to watch, one of the better ones, no nonsense, no stupid music, told me exactly what i wanted to know, thanks for posting, subscribed from the Northwest Uk 👍😁
Hi Chris. Thanks for the great comment and sub. After riding both the tracer and sx I personally would definitely go to the SX. It was almost my next bike after my GT saga end of last year. Hopefully see you in the comments box in some future videos. Ride safe.
Almost convinced Zoe, other half of DSR, to get the SX as she also loved it. From newbie to experienced, 5’5” to 6’1” it works really well. Enjoy your ride David.
Great review! Went out yesterday and bought the 2023 in Kawasaki Green. Getting the fender delete option. Looking forward to many miles / years on this bike here in the U.S.
After tour through Austria 2022 i swapped tyres from S22 190/50 to Diablo Rosso 190 / 55. 50 profile was quite a bit slower turnin then my old VFR800 and Z900 with 180/55. So 190/50 is very flat and stable for highways. But for constant twisty roads like in alps i prefer the 55 profile. Cant say i enjoy the S22 even with its top spot in test results. Front tyre needs to be replaced after 5500km. But my rear tyre has still 3.8mm thread left.... Usully you will have 2 rear tyres for every front tyre. I guess Bridgestone over engineered the rear but forgot the front....
Tyres are obviously a big thing on a bike which can effect the handling of it, but its not the only thing. I had them on the S1000r I road last week and had no issues with them, along with the MT10 2 weeks ago. each to their own when it comes to tyre preference though. I usually find one I like and stick with it, if it aint broke don't fix it is my Moto. Ride Safe.
Hey great vid ! Gonna get my 40th Anniversary in December I hope :) Just to make a correction at 15:27 there is the "Universal phone holder kit Developed in conjunction with SP Connect" included in the Performance Tourer version !
@@Mik01ist Sadly, no... The dealership tried to screw me over so I went for a Tuono 660, but I can assure you that the SX isn't going to break your wrists like a sportbike would, it has more of a roadster stance ;)
@@AxShade94 hahahaha we should talk!!! The Tuono 660 Is the other one in my mind! Same question though, wrist heavy? And how do you find it in comparison to the SX!? You must have done all the thinking I'm doing now!
@@Mik01ist Zero stress on the wrists on both bikes, the Tuono is much lighter and nimble than the SX, a little bit more fun for commuting imo due to the power/weight ratio and the fact it has a 2 cylinders engine, I still think about getting an SX later for long roadtrips tho ( Or maybe a Tuono v4 :p )
Lovely review mate! I had my heart set on a ZZR initially but that riding position was a little too aggressive for me coming from an MT-09, I’d forgotten just how stooped over you are on those sportier bikes like with my GSX-R I had some 20 years ago lol. Looks like a fab bike, that engine is something else. The triple is super fun but I miss the smoothness that comes from a quality inline 4. Just have to see if I can get the old finances to line up right before pulling the trigger! I just wish the green colour scheme had MORE green. Kawasaki seem to have gone a bit shy with it in recent years. Let my Ninja be obnoxiously green and in your face about it lol.
Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed the video. Yeah sports bike aren't my favourite things to ride anymore either :). Just tested the new MT09 and man that thing is refined. Yeah more green would be better IMO too.
Great review, thanks. One quick question, you say engine is smooth and it is, but on a low miles test bike, I noticed buzzy vibes through the seat at 70 and above. Did you notice the same?
Thanks Phil. With this being last years test ride I honestly couldn’t say. But what I will say is if I didn’t mention it then either there wasn’t any vibes or it was so minimal that it didn’t register to me to say anything about it. I appreciate that’s a vague answer but if a bike is viby I will say something about it. Whether it’s coming from handle bars. Pegs. Seat etc. sorry I couldn’t help anymore 🤙
Can you do comparison between this bike and GSX S1000GT? It might give me idea which bike to get. Problem is I can't get to test any of these bikes in my country. Thanks in advance
Unfortunately at the moment we don't have a a Suzuki dealership near us. But if I can get on one then I sure will. Make sure you are subscribed to catch the video in the future. Ride Safe
Hi mate! I really like your videos. They’re very helpful a specially when you pointing small annoying things. How you finding Kawasaki ninja 1000sx comparing to Yamaha Tracer 9GT ? Which one is more playful and B roads master ?
Thanks Hudson, glad you like our videos. The ninja is definitely more sporty compared to the tracer due to its riding position, both have great luggage options which are a plus for me. If I was going to pick one id personally go for the SX, it just suited me and my riding style better, also I prefer the inline 4 over the triple engine.
@@DSR1YT Thanks for reply. I have to test drive both of them. I love straight 3 in Yamaha ( I had mt 09 ) but Kawasaki have this 140hp and smooth engine
Everyone has different needs. I used to own a 2017 MT10 and this doesn’t come close to the excitement the 10 can offer. But if that’s not what you’re after and something to be more comfortable and your easily then this certainly could be the one for you.
Thanks for the comment benny. No wheelies here officer. That’s just the movement of the camera as I lowered my head. But I’d probably look at lowering the TC all the way down or even off as sometimes I will still interfere. Throttle response to the highest setting.
Hi Mark, really appreciate the comment and im glad you enjoyed the video. Fairly new to the whole bike review scene so it's nice to hear im doing something right. Hopefully you subscribed to catch more of my videos. Hope to see you in more comments boxes soon. Ride safe.
Hey bud, I have to ask you, how do you keep the quality so high from your GoPro to UA-cam? Every time I upload I seem to lose so much quality. Yours was literately crystal clear. Great video btw!
Thanks for the comment, ok so go pro settings i use their full colour option, I don’t use any LUTs or colour correct my footage, that is straight out of the go pro, I don’t use any ND filters either. I record on either 4k or 5.7k depending on which go pro i have on my chin. I use FCPX to edit all my videos, when i create the edit its set up as a 4k file, when i download i make sure i download in the 4k file option too, average file size sits around 3-6GB. From there i just upload straight on to YT, it also makes a difference if the viewer is watching it in 1080 or 4k on their device. Hope this helps and good luck with your videos. Let me know if what i do is any different to your set up and editing.
@@DSR1YT Much appreciated, thank you for the response. I have the GoPro 9 so I can definitely record in 4k. I'll try giving it a go; I use Adobe Premiere but I just found out I was losing quality when exporting so I think I fixed that.
Kawasaki - great price point for what you are getting. Even at the top tier model line. Bags come as standard depending on what model line you get. Smooth engine and gearbox. Kawasaki reliability. Can still wheelie. 1290 - expensive bike, luggage option is an added £800. Not the smoothest engine. Lumpy down low. 6th gear is pointless. Looks better than the Kawasaki. Awesome amount of tech once unlocked by KTM at an extra price. KTM isn’t the most reliable brand. Had mine since June and it’s had an engine management issue since new. Nearest KTM dealer can’t get it in to fix it till end of October. Loves to wheelie. Right now. Knowing what I know about my 1290. I would probably be looking elsewhere. I know I’ll get a lot of hate for saying it. But that’s just my opinion. Hope this helps. Ride safe.
Great review, have subscribed :-) Thinking about getting one of these to partner my Z900RS, for when I go touring around Oz or need some wind protection on longer trips. No Suzuki dealers near me either, so not going to consider the new Suzuki GT, but don't like the style of that one anyway, and it only has one light when on dipped beams, one of my pet hates ;-)
Funny you said this I’m actually cross shopping both those bikes.. I want the Z900RS for its playfulness and awesome styling but I want the 1000SX for its creature comforts.
I was under the impression (from reading the factory manual) that when changing modes the vehicle had to be stationary with NO THROTTLE to SET the mode 🤔🤔🤔
You'll think you've changed the mode when your riding but until you stop it will remain the same. Do it when stationary with no throttle or with bike not running just ignition on . 👍😉
Hi there fellow rider! Really liked your review, you presented the bike really well , including details and tips!! Because I am seriously thinking of upgrading to the Ninja1000 SX, did you have the chance to ride it in city traffic? If yes, how does it fare regarding filtering, stop-go-stop traffic, and engine temps? Thanks for the video btw and I just subbed! Ride safe!
Thanks ShadowHell, glad you enjoyed the video. I didn't take it through too much traffic as I live in fairly rural areas. But with this bikes engine and gearbox I can tell it wouldn't have any dramas dealing with traffic, light clutch pull and smooth throttle response will make it a doddle. I had no issues with engine temp on my ride, but with these summers were going to be having, who knows. Thanks for the sub and Ride Safe :)
Hi, I live in a big city, Brussels with stop-go traffic during rush hours (most of the time…) and while I prefer doing my commute on a scooter (14 kms each way), I’ll take the Ninja from time to time if I hadn’t have the time to make proper outings during the weekend so that the engine runs and the battery remains charged. It’s a big bike with a big engine so it wasn’t obviously designed for that kind of use, having said that, for me it has been a very easy bike to take downtown for the following reasons: 1. balance, you can roll at very low speeds and the bike keeps it’s line with not a lot of physical input required from the rider, it carries its weight well 2. Elasticity of the engine, you can ride at 45 km in sixth gear and the drive train will not shake 3. Fueling, very smooth 4. Small silhouette if you take the panniers off 5. Brillant mirrors as you can fold them away and they return to the position you had them before so that filtering becomes really easy, by the way, otherwise the mirrors are one feature I don’t like about the Ninja, they don’t give you a good view of what is around you I had other bikes before which I’ve taken to work. None worked better than the Ninja but a smaller, lighter bike would be better, a scooter even more if we’re talking blocked traffic at a standstill. The heat didn’t bother me a lot as we normally have shitty weather. ✌
@@carlosalonso9866 Thanks for the insight man! The stars aligned and had the chance to ride a ninja 1000 myself a couple of days ago. Couldnt believe how nimble it felt given it is a heavy bike on paper. I am in the process of ordering one for myself! :))
@@DSR1YT thanks for the info. I'm choosing between the ninja 1000sx ang gsx s1000 gt plus. My only concern with the ninja are the clip-ons (more forward) unlike the gt plus with the naked handle bars.
@@enricobenito245 unfortunately at the moment im yet to ride any of the Suzuki's so I wouldn't want to give a one sided view. Hopefully others on here have tested both and can give you their advice. 🤙
I would be interested on your thoughts of the gsxs 1000 gt as most reviewers say that’s a better bike but it’s the new bike on the block. I’ve had two SX’s 2017 and 2020
Thanks for the comment. I'll see what I can do Des, currently I have no Suzuki dealers close that I am connected with. However we are always trying to grow DSR as a channel and that means constantly reaching out to other companies. Who knows, maybe Suzuki will be on our books before the end of the year.
@@TK-cl1jm thanks but I know that answer as I have an sx. But their are plenty of reviewers that say the gt with its k5 engine is better. For me the reviews that D.S.R do are their honest opinions not semi professional. Hence the question to them 👍🏿
The roads in England look dangerous. The lanes look narrow. There was nobody directing traffic at that construction stop. Also, I see cars suddenly appear and drive straight towards you.
Hi, I'm 6ft 1 and would have to disagree. It might be more down to leg length v torso length though. I was really comfortable on this bike. So was my partner and she's 5ft 5 - so it would make sense if you've got long legs that you may feel a bit frog legged!! That being said kawi have the ergo fit so there's things that can be tweaked to make it fit better!! Thanks for the comment 👍
I got one when they first came out in 2020, a performance tourer in the black/grey/green colour scheme and I’ve got about 15,000 miles on it now, I bought it for a tourbike/workhorse and really wasn’t expecting that much from it ( got a Panigale for sports duties) but I have to say that the Ninja has more than exceeded my expectations , absolutely brilliant all rounder 👍
We’ve just got back from a European trip, Germany, Austria, Italy, Slovenia, then back through Austria, Germany and Belgium on the way home 2,200 miles in ten days ( two of which were on the ferry) 56 hours of riding time and according to the dash it tells me it was averaging 58.1 mpg over the whole trip ( I think it’s a bit of a liar like 🤔?) because we were cracking on when we got the chance.
Engine is a marvel of creamy smooth grunt, it just feels unburstable, starts from cold with no mechanical rattling whatsoever, ..unlike the BMW S1000s which rattle their brains out 😫!
Can’t say it’s the most desirable thing out there, but it’s really got my respect for it’s capabilities, it just does everything without ever feeling out of its depth, I’m looking forward to banging loads more touring miles on it.
If you’re looking for a destination,…. I was really impressed with Austria, I could have spent the whole week there, it’s got everything, chocolate box pretty, glorious Alpine passes, beautiful smooth twisty valley roads and everywhere is just so clean and pretty, my next trip there will be an Airbnb for a month and really spend time exploring the place, ..but as far as the Ninja goes, just buy one, I doubt very much that you’d be disappointed with it 😬👍
enjoyed reading ur comments of this bike
Sounds like you sure did put the bike through its passes with your Europe trip, its a great bike and awesome for some touring as you’ve proven. Ride safe.
Hi, I’ll be heading to Sardinia and Corsica in a month’s time on my 2021 Ninja 1000sx, in total I’ll be doing around 4000 km. How did you manage chain adjustment while on the road?
@@carlosalonso9866 Hi Carlos, To be honest the chain doesn’t seem to stretch that much, I’ve adjusted it about 3 times in 15,000 miles and most of that was due to fitting new rear tyres.
Check it before you go and adjust if necessary and then just forget about it and enjoy your bike holiday 👍
I'm after a new bike, and I had my heart set on a Kawasaki Z900RS SE, plus a set of SW-Motech Legend panniers and the rack. But, then I thought about it, and when you compare the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX Tourer against it, with its far better specification, it works out cheaper, so it's no no-brainer really-it's the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX Tourer all day long! At the moment, Kawasaki have got some good deals happening on the MY23 bikes, and there's also a pre-registered one on offer at my local dealer. But, sadly, it's a bit too early due to my circumstances, and I was looking at January/February in time for the March 2024 registrations, before buying a brand-new bike. Also, my insurance is up for renewal at the end of February. But, there again, late winter is a very good time to walk into a motorcycle showroom!
As for the Kawasaki Z900RS SE, it's a stunning bike; maybe one for the future.
I can recommend Saint Anton am Arlberg, in Austria. It's a lovely village in the Tyrolean Alps, the skiing is fantastic, but also it's great in the summer. I loved the place, gorgeous scenery, and excellent nights out. 👍
Iv’e had mine since 06/21 and really love it. It’s just an honest all round great bike. I’ve only ever ridden mine in sport mode and it does it all. You ride it how you feel. You can chug around or you can really lean on it in the twistiest and it is a ton of fun. Brakes and suspension are good and power is more than you need on public roads. The suspension is incredibly adjustable and you can set it up so easily in a matter of seconds. I had a Tracer and a Tiger before and this makes them feel like antique tractors.
I am about to take possession of my new Ducati Desert X and there will be no way I will be departing with my SX
You nailed it with this comment. It is a great bike, so much so Zoe (other half of DSR) almost bought this demo bike. Ride safe and enjoy your new Desert X.
How's the turning radius? I'm looking to jump from z900 2020.
Massive jump from the tiger mate?? Iam on tiger 800xrx looking at this bike 🙌🙌
Every now and then I look for new reviews of one the most competent all round bikes ever built .. as a way of saving money and buying something different. I shouldn't need anyone else to tell me just how awesome the SX is, but it's always good to hear someone elses opinion. Despite the lack of news, I sit hear full of covid for the 3rd time and it's awful. And to make it worse the suns out and I have little energy for riding round the Welsh country lanes.
Great review of an even greater bike.
Thanks Bob, it sure its a great bike. love the kawi smooth engine. Ride Safe.
I am proud owner of 2022 model first delivery to Au in Autumn 2021. Love it every day, work commuter and weekender rider!
It ticks almost every box I am looking for in an allrounder bike. Ride Safe.
@@DSR1YT Thx. get it bro its great bike!
How do you find the weight and handeling around town?
@@therelaxationguru9907 TBH love it and I am more comfortable on roundabouts than on my previous Honda. Taking off at green light when first you stay first no matter what.
Loving this video and the analysis. Got a 2021 last year and have 16k miles on it…! I know I’m bias but it’s rare to find a dissatisfied owner… Heading to Tail of The Dragon, Rockies, and Sturgis the year!
Glad to hear you enjoyed the video Rick. Enjoy those awesome roads. Not jealous at all 😁🤙
Your comments on the quick shifter are interesting. Mine does perfect upshifts at everything except dawdling revs. Downshifts aren’t perfect.
Got my tourer version late ‘21. Love it. I describe it as a bike for dads who’ve been there and done it with sports bikes but can’t stand the thought of an adventure style bike. Great mix of practicality and speeeeed.
You aren't wrong, it certainly hits a decent market of riders. This was certainly on the short list for my new bike this year, sadly it got beat by an adventure style bike :). I wanted to do some green lanning this year, the SX just couldn't cut the mustard on that front. Enjoy your SX Mark. Ride safe.
Good review. I iust got a ninja1000sx in July. 2024 model, I love it. I live in Alabama in the USA. I go on short rides so far, and have 1400 miles on it. I love the comfortable position also i just ordered a gel seat, and also frame sliders, and an akropovic slipon. I love the power and anytime torque. The brakes, shocks, and mirriors are good. It's a good looking bike. I love everything about this bike, the quick shifter is good also. I like how both lights stay on on low beam. The quick shifter is fun.
looking at changing from my MT09 Tracer to a sx1000,
just repeating what’s been said, cracking review to watch,
one of the better ones, no nonsense, no stupid music, told me exactly what i wanted to know, thanks for posting, subscribed from the Northwest Uk 👍😁
Hi Chris. Thanks for the great comment and sub. After riding both the tracer and sx I personally would definitely go to the SX. It was almost my next bike after my GT saga end of last year. Hopefully see you in the comments box in some future videos. Ride safe.
@@DSR1YT How exactly do they compare the Tracer and the Ninja? How different are ergonomics and performances after having tried both? Kind regards
Just bought a new one from Orwells in Ipswich, great deal and a great bike, massively under rated in the world of fashionable adventure bikes
Enjoy your new ride mate. Hopefully you get some spacers for the luggage to stop it rattling. 🤙
Great video. Thanks for the content.
Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed the video.
It’s a beautiful brilliant bike had mine 2 years absolutely love mine
Almost convinced Zoe, other half of DSR, to get the SX as she also loved it. From newbie to experienced, 5’5” to 6’1” it works really well. Enjoy your ride David.
@@DSR1YT tell her to get one I’d never swap it good luck 👍
Great review! Went out yesterday and bought the 2023 in Kawasaki Green. Getting the fender delete option. Looking forward to many miles / years on this bike here in the U.S.
Enjoy it, lovely and comfortable but can still push it in the twisties, a great choice. Ride safe
After tour through Austria 2022 i swapped tyres from S22 190/50 to Diablo Rosso 190 / 55. 50 profile was quite a bit slower turnin then my old VFR800 and Z900 with 180/55. So 190/50 is very flat and stable for highways. But for constant twisty roads like in alps i prefer the 55 profile. Cant say i enjoy the S22 even with its top spot in test results. Front tyre needs to be replaced after 5500km. But my rear tyre has still 3.8mm thread left.... Usully you will have 2 rear tyres for every front tyre. I guess Bridgestone over engineered the rear but forgot the front....
Tyres are obviously a big thing on a bike which can effect the handling of it, but its not the only thing. I had them on the S1000r I road last week and had no issues with them, along with the MT10 2 weeks ago. each to their own when it comes to tyre preference though. I usually find one I like and stick with it, if it aint broke don't fix it is my Moto. Ride Safe.
I can highly recommend Dunlop Roadsmart IVs. Consistent performance, agile and much higher mileage than the S22s
Hi you get a sat nav mount with the tour pack and the bigger screen 👍🏿
A solid amount of kit on this bike at this price point.
Watched ur 1290 review last night,great review but definitely got my eye on this one
Thanks for the positive comment. Glad you are enjoying our channel. Two great bikes to choose from 😁
Hey great vid ! Gonna get my 40th Anniversary in December I hope :) Just to make a correction at 15:27 there is the "Universal phone holder kit Developed in conjunction with SP Connect" included in the Performance Tourer version !
Evening mate, hope you get your anniversary model soon. Appreciate the heads up about the phone holder. Ride safe.
Got it then? I hope you've managed to ride it a bit. I am intrigued by this bike but I don't want to be on my wrists. Currently on a R1200R
@@Mik01ist Sadly, no... The dealership tried to screw me over so I went for a Tuono 660, but I can assure you that the SX isn't going to break your wrists like a sportbike would, it has more of a roadster stance ;)
@@AxShade94 hahahaha we should talk!!! The Tuono 660 Is the other one in my mind! Same question though, wrist heavy? And how do you find it in comparison to the SX!? You must have done all the thinking I'm doing now!
@@Mik01ist Zero stress on the wrists on both bikes, the Tuono is much lighter and nimble than the SX, a little bit more fun for commuting imo due to the power/weight ratio and the fact it has a 2 cylinders engine, I still think about getting an SX later for long roadtrips tho ( Or maybe a Tuono v4 :p )
Lovely review mate!
I had my heart set on a ZZR initially but that riding position was a little too aggressive for me coming from an MT-09, I’d forgotten just how stooped over you are on those sportier bikes like with my GSX-R I had some 20 years ago lol. Looks like a fab bike, that engine is something else. The triple is super fun but I miss the smoothness that comes from a quality inline 4.
Just have to see if I can get the old finances to line up right before pulling the trigger! I just wish the green colour scheme had MORE green. Kawasaki seem to have gone a bit shy with it in recent years. Let my Ninja be obnoxiously green and in your face about it lol.
Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed the video. Yeah sports bike aren't my favourite things to ride anymore either :). Just tested the new MT09 and man that thing is refined.
Yeah more green would be better IMO too.
Great review, thanks. One quick question, you say engine is smooth and it is, but on a low miles test bike, I noticed buzzy vibes through the seat at 70 and above. Did you notice the same?
Thanks Phil. With this being last years test ride I honestly couldn’t say. But what I will say is if I didn’t mention it then either there wasn’t any vibes or it was so minimal that it didn’t register to me to say anything about it.
I appreciate that’s a vague answer but if a bike is viby I will say something about it. Whether it’s coming from handle bars. Pegs. Seat etc. sorry I couldn’t help anymore 🤙
@@DSR1YT Thanks that’s useful actually
Can you do comparison between this bike and GSX S1000GT? It might give me idea which bike to get. Problem is I can't get to test any of these bikes in my country. Thanks in advance
Unfortunately at the moment we don't have a a Suzuki dealership near us. But if I can get on one then I sure will. Make sure you are subscribed to catch the video in the future. Ride Safe
Hi mate! I really like your videos. They’re very helpful a specially when you pointing small annoying things.
How you finding Kawasaki ninja 1000sx comparing to Yamaha Tracer 9GT ?
Which one is more playful and B roads master ?
Thanks Hudson, glad you like our videos. The ninja is definitely more sporty compared to the tracer due to its riding position, both have great luggage options which are a plus for me. If I was going to pick one id personally go for the SX, it just suited me and my riding style better, also I prefer the inline 4 over the triple engine.
@@DSR1YT Thanks for reply. I have to test drive both of them. I love straight 3 in Yamaha ( I had mt 09 ) but Kawasaki have this 140hp and smooth engine
I'm currently deciding whether to swap my 2020 MT10 for one of these
Everyone has different needs. I used to own a 2017 MT10 and this doesn’t come close to the excitement the 10 can offer. But if that’s not what you’re after and something to be more comfortable and your easily then this certainly could be the one for you.
Nice review. What settings did you change on Rider mode when you were doing wheelies on the bike at minute 10.29 of the video?
Thanks for the comment benny. No wheelies here officer. That’s just the movement of the camera as I lowered my head.
But I’d probably look at lowering the TC all the way down or even off as sometimes I will still interfere. Throttle response to the highest setting.
Great review, well done to you. One of the best reviews I’ve seen and trust me I’ve seen loads. Well done👍
Hi Mark, really appreciate the comment and im glad you enjoyed the video. Fairly new to the whole bike review scene so it's nice to hear im doing something right. Hopefully you subscribed to catch more of my videos. Hope to see you in more comments boxes soon. Ride safe.
Hey bud, I have to ask you, how do you keep the quality so high from your GoPro to UA-cam? Every time I upload I seem to lose so much quality. Yours was literately crystal clear. Great video btw!
Thanks for the comment, ok so go pro settings i use their full colour option, I don’t use any LUTs or colour correct my footage, that is straight out of the go pro, I don’t use any ND filters either. I record on either 4k or 5.7k depending on which go pro i have on my chin. I use FCPX to edit all my videos, when i create the edit its set up as a 4k file, when i download i make sure i download in the 4k file option too, average file size sits around 3-6GB. From there i just upload straight on to YT, it also makes a difference if the viewer is watching it in 1080 or 4k on their device. Hope this helps and good luck with your videos. Let me know if what i do is any different to your set up and editing.
@@DSR1YT Much appreciated, thank you for the response. I have the GoPro 9 so I can definitely record in 4k. I'll try giving it a go; I use Adobe Premiere but I just found out I was losing quality when exporting so I think I fixed that.
@@britboybike_adventures3813 hopefully the fix works for you. Glad I could help.
They missed a trick not having a top box. Panniers are great for touring but what about filtering in and out of London.
I don’t disagree mate, still a decent package even without the back box
Great review thanks
Ive also tested the '23 SX if you wanted to check that out. Ride safe.
8:42 Ive seen in other videos that the QS wasnt that on to point and u explain it very well :)
Thanks nick. Glad the video helped. Ride safe.
@dsr which bike would you say in your opinion is the best sports tourer to own
Kawasaki - great price point for what you are getting. Even at the top tier model line. Bags come as standard depending on what model line you get. Smooth engine and gearbox. Kawasaki reliability. Can still wheelie.
1290 - expensive bike, luggage option is an added £800. Not the smoothest engine. Lumpy down low. 6th gear is pointless. Looks better than the Kawasaki. Awesome amount of tech once unlocked by KTM at an extra price. KTM isn’t the most reliable brand. Had mine since June and it’s had an engine management issue since new. Nearest KTM dealer can’t get it in to fix it till end of October. Loves to wheelie.
Right now. Knowing what I know about my 1290. I would probably be looking elsewhere. I know I’ll get a lot of hate for saying it. But that’s just my opinion.
Hope this helps. Ride safe.
Great review, have subscribed :-) Thinking about getting one of these to partner my Z900RS, for when I go touring around Oz or need some wind protection on longer trips. No Suzuki dealers near me either, so not going to consider the new Suzuki GT, but don't like the style of that one anyway, and it only has one light when on dipped beams, one of my pet hates ;-)
Funny you said this I’m actually cross shopping both those bikes.. I want the Z900RS for its playfulness and awesome styling but I want the 1000SX for its creature comforts.
Id go with the 1000sx, just saying :).
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Beautiful countryside!
Sure is mate. Roll on summer.
I was under the impression (from reading the factory manual) that when changing modes the vehicle had to be stationary with NO THROTTLE to SET the mode 🤔🤔🤔
Nope, can do it whilst riding as long as the throttle is closed. Same on the other kawasakis I’ve reviewed as well
You'll think you've changed the mode when your riding but until you stop it will remain the same. Do it when stationary with no throttle or with bike not running just ignition on . 👍😉
You can get phone mounts that go through top of yolk.
I know you can get Stem mounts but you can’t keep moving it from one bike to the next like a normal handlebar mount.
Hi there fellow rider! Really liked your review, you presented the bike really well , including details and tips!!
Because I am seriously thinking of upgrading to the Ninja1000 SX, did you have the chance to ride it in city traffic? If yes, how does it fare regarding filtering, stop-go-stop traffic, and engine temps?
Thanks for the video btw and I just subbed! Ride safe!
Thanks ShadowHell, glad you enjoyed the video. I didn't take it through too much traffic as I live in fairly rural areas. But with this bikes engine and gearbox I can tell it wouldn't have any dramas dealing with traffic, light clutch pull and smooth throttle response will make it a doddle. I had no issues with engine temp on my ride, but with these summers were going to be having, who knows. Thanks for the sub and Ride Safe :)
It's not great in stop and go, once the fan kicks in she throws heat on your sgins. She wants to run!
She isn’t the only bike that runs like this, my last aprilia factory and current 1290 GT get very hot in the summer. Just go faster aye :).
Hi, I live in a big city, Brussels with stop-go traffic during rush hours (most of the time…) and while I prefer doing my commute on a scooter (14 kms each way), I’ll take the Ninja from time to time if I hadn’t have the time to make proper outings during the weekend so that the engine runs and the battery remains charged. It’s a big bike with a big engine so it wasn’t obviously designed for that kind of use, having said that, for me it has been a very easy bike to take downtown for the following reasons:
1. balance, you can roll at very low speeds and the bike keeps it’s line with not a lot of physical input required from the rider, it carries its weight well
2. Elasticity of the engine, you can ride at 45 km in sixth gear and the drive train will not shake
3. Fueling, very smooth
4. Small silhouette if you take the panniers off
5. Brillant mirrors as you can fold them away and they return to the position you had them before so that filtering becomes really easy, by the way, otherwise the mirrors are one feature I don’t like about the Ninja, they don’t give you a good view of what is around you
I had other bikes before which I’ve taken to work. None worked better than the Ninja but a smaller, lighter bike would be better, a scooter even more if we’re talking blocked traffic at a standstill. The heat didn’t bother me a lot as we normally have shitty weather. ✌
@@carlosalonso9866 Thanks for the insight man! The stars aligned and had the chance to ride a ninja 1000 myself a couple of days ago. Couldnt believe how nimble it felt given it is a heavy bike on paper. I am in the process of ordering one for myself! :))
How would I set my quad lock up for this?
You would have to go with a fork stem mount, quad lock provide them as well, or just get a ball joint stem mount from maybe RAM UK. Hope this helps.
Heated grips, center stand, hand protection? Would be nice to know for a tourer.
No hand protection. Yes to the rest.
Nonsense I’m 6ft 2 it’s perfect, where’s your experience on one ?
Agreed David, I’m 6ft1 and it was a really comfortable ride for me. Each to their own. Ride safe
brother I too have a kawasaki Ninja 1000sx 2022. I wanted to know if you are in England or in Australia?
I live in England Nicola.
@@DSR1YT the real England I would say other than London .... I lived in London I love it, but the London countryside is something superlative.
I used to work in London. Not ideal for motorcycles. Luckily I’ve moved to Somerset which as it turns out it a whole let better for bikes 😁
Just about to pull the trigger on a low mileage performance tourer edition, but it has no ability to mount my tomtom sat nav?
Excellent choice pauly, my suggestion would be to buy a stem mount and use that to mount your satnav onto.
@@DSR1YT Yes I'll get on the tippy tappy now! Thank you 😊
Check out EvoTech if you’re still not sorted.
Will full face helmet fit inside side pannier ?
Kawasaki claim the panniers will hold most full size helmets. So it’s down to your personal helmet and its shape really. 🤙
@@DSR1YT thanks for the info. I'm choosing between the ninja 1000sx ang gsx s1000 gt plus. My only concern with the ninja are the clip-ons (more forward) unlike the gt plus with the naked handle bars.
@@enricobenito245 unfortunately at the moment im yet to ride any of the Suzuki's so I wouldn't want to give a one sided view. Hopefully others on here have tested both and can give you their advice. 🤙
I would be interested on your thoughts of the gsxs 1000 gt as most reviewers say that’s a better bike but it’s the new bike on the block. I’ve had two SX’s 2017 and 2020
Thanks for the comment. I'll see what I can do Des, currently I have no Suzuki dealers close that I am connected with. However we are always trying to grow DSR as a channel and that means constantly reaching out to other companies. Who knows, maybe Suzuki will be on our books before the end of the year.
Most reviews pick the 1000sx as the better, more refined bike.
@@TK-cl1jm thanks but I know that answer as I have an sx. But their are plenty of reviewers that say the gt with its k5 engine is better. For me the reviews that D.S.R do are their honest opinions not semi professional. Hence the question to them 👍🏿
@@desmiller4764 Yeah, no. . There aren't. By FAR the majority pick this, the superior bike.
I think the Suzuki has more vibrations, but a little quicker and less refined
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Yes, yes.
Why are your roads so narrow
Welcome to the countryside roads in the UK.
The roads in England look dangerous. The lanes look narrow. There was nobody directing traffic at that construction stop. Also, I see cars suddenly appear and drive straight towards you.
Ha ha ha. Welcome to England my friend.
@D.S.R. It looks like people are adjusted to the roads in England. I see people driving like the roads are proper. I guess drivers have to adapt.
How many monsters? 👀
Only a healthy amount 😁. #monsteruk want to sponsor me ???
@@DSR1YT was going to ask you the same thing! 😂
"smooth"
false neutrals, gears dropping back down, it got all the same issues all kawa's suffer from
Not comfortable for anyone over 6 foot.
Great engine but questionable ergonomics.
A short tourer as opposed to a sport tourer.
Hi, I'm 6ft 1 and would have to disagree. It might be more down to leg length v torso length though. I was really comfortable on this bike. So was my partner and she's 5ft 5 - so it would make sense if you've got long legs that you may feel a bit frog legged!! That being said kawi have the ergo fit so there's things that can be tweaked to make it fit better!!
Thanks for the comment 👍