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I bought myself a new toy and thought I would post about it. I've enjoyed the 1100g for commuting and the 'cool factor', but after my first real motorcycle trip I realized I wanted something more comfortable, and that required less work. The GSX-F certainly fits the bill. I rode an older GSX-650F and loved the ergos, but wasn't thrilled with the constant shifting or the power band.
The GSX-S1000F came out in 2015, and is basically a GSX-R that was redesigned for 40yo riders. It's comfortable, has a ton of usable power at lower RPM's and (supposedly) keeps making power right up to redline - although I haven't got there yet and don't really see myself winding this thing out very often.
It's got all the basics of a modern sportbike - adjustable, inverted front forks, Brembo brakes, ABS, traction control, and a digital display. One thing I really like is that it doesn't feel electronic at all. I haven't noticed the ABS yet or the traction control, although I'm sure the traction control has helped me keep the front wheel on the ground.
There's a lot of complaints online about 'throttle snatch' where it's really jerky coming on and off the throttle. I don't think it's that bad, and think there's a batch of bikes in Europe that suffered from a mal-adjusted throttle position sensor (TPS). There's a forum dedicated to these bikes, but it seems like those guys are more apt to throw accessories at a bike rather than figure out what's really wrong and try to adjust it. Anyway, my TPS is adjusted fine, and while I do have to be a little gentle on and off the throttle, I got used to it in a day and hardly think about it.
I absolutely love the bike - it's a freakin' blast to ride with near instantaneous acceleration. It handles amazingly well since dialing in the suspension settings, and it's really a great riding position. It's balanced perfectly (feeling lighter than the FZ1 and similar bikes), and it's got a nice ripping tone under load. The windscreen doesn't do much as it's still designed for a race tuck, but I kind of like the wind blast keeping my speed in check.
So here it is - the only mod so far is the Yoshimura fender eliminator:
The GSX-S1000F came out in 2015, and is basically a GSX-R that was redesigned for 40yo riders. It's comfortable, has a ton of usable power at lower RPM's and (supposedly) keeps making power right up to redline - although I haven't got there yet and don't really see myself winding this thing out very often.
It's got all the basics of a modern sportbike - adjustable, inverted front forks, Brembo brakes, ABS, traction control, and a digital display. One thing I really like is that it doesn't feel electronic at all. I haven't noticed the ABS yet or the traction control, although I'm sure the traction control has helped me keep the front wheel on the ground.
There's a lot of complaints online about 'throttle snatch' where it's really jerky coming on and off the throttle. I don't think it's that bad, and think there's a batch of bikes in Europe that suffered from a mal-adjusted throttle position sensor (TPS). There's a forum dedicated to these bikes, but it seems like those guys are more apt to throw accessories at a bike rather than figure out what's really wrong and try to adjust it. Anyway, my TPS is adjusted fine, and while I do have to be a little gentle on and off the throttle, I got used to it in a day and hardly think about it.
I absolutely love the bike - it's a freakin' blast to ride with near instantaneous acceleration. It handles amazingly well since dialing in the suspension settings, and it's really a great riding position. It's balanced perfectly (feeling lighter than the FZ1 and similar bikes), and it's got a nice ripping tone under load. The windscreen doesn't do much as it's still designed for a race tuck, but I kind of like the wind blast keeping my speed in check.
So here it is - the only mod so far is the Yoshimura fender eliminator:
have fun indeed. Congrats!!!
Enjoy your Gixxer in sheep's clothes!
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