Motorcycle-USA test rides Suzuki’s latest 2012 GSX-R1000 Superbike. Read the review in the 2012 Suzuki GSX-R1000 First Ride report.
After a three year run the GSX-R1000 gets a technical update for 2012.
The new fork settings increased the Gixxer’s handling prowess at lean.
The GSX-R steers into corners with minimal effort and is generally a very easy literbike to ride.
Stability has been a hallmark trait of the GSX-R sportbikes.
The GSX-R steers into corners with minimal effort and is generally a very easy literbike to ride.
Engineers have improved upon the already good throttle response and engine fuel settings. The ’12 GSX-R1000 is the best running GSX-R we’ve ever tested.
The ergonomics and control layout are well proportioned and work especially well for riders of above average height.
The 2012 Suzuki GSX-R1000 retails for $13,799—a $200 increase over the ’11 model.
Suzuki engineers dropped four pounds of weight off the 2012 GSX-R1000.
The engine case gets larger ventilation holes for reduced mechanical pumping losses. The valve tappets are also lighter.
The GSX-R1000 now benefits from the use of Brembo monobloc front brake calipers.
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