Suzuki SV-7GX 2026
The Suzuki SV-7GX isn’t a bike for pub-talk heroes, but for clocking up real kilometres in everyday life. It combines the appealing V2 character with modern electronics, good wind protection and a price that’s really competitive in this class. You do feel the 211 kg when manoeuvring, and very tall riders or adrenaline junkies will be better off looking elsewhere. For everyone else, it’s an astonishingly well-rounded, accessible and highly recommendable Suzuki.
Excellent value for money
a leaner, familiar V2 character
accessible ergonomics that suit many riders
great responsiveness from the engine
211 kg is noticeable when manoeuvring
too compact for very tall riders
the luggage rack is very sturdy but rather clunky in design
Suzuki GSX-S1000GX 2025
The Suzuki GSX-S1000GX does a damn good job as a crossover bike. The range of possible uses is huge. You feel equally comfortable in the saddle when riding in a sporty style and when travelling comfortably. A very practical bike with which you can have a lot of fun and enjoy touring long distances.
great reponsiveness, great torque curve
Very good integration of the quickshifter including perfect shifting
Very high-quality overall impression - the bike is very reliable
Very stable riding performance in all situations
Good electronic suspension enables a very wide range of use
The bike looks authentic both as a comfortable touring machine and as an aggressive sports bike
Accessible and logical operation of the electronics
Very harmonious riding performance
Hardly any vibrations and no disturbing noises - the bike presents itself very confidently
automatic mode of the suspension adapts optimally to different road conditions
The maximum payload is 198kg. For a touring motorbike, this is a little too tight
The extensive standard equipment in this price range lacks a centre stand and heated grips
Integration of sat nav is cumbersome - no suitable mounting point available, standard software not a fully-fledged solution
Standard tyres seem unwieldy and spoil the great impression
Windscreen can only be adjusted with tools
