14 December 2007

GSR600 a cheap bike? Fazer the king? 08 Hornet will reign? I don't think so...

Finally, PB mag (God forgive me for not reading them anymore since the late Ronnie Smith was no longer amongst the living) did a shootout that did a 'in-your-face' factual analysis on the budget bikes.
The Yamaha Fazer6 S2 vs the new 08 Hornet CB600F against the Triumph Street Triple 675 taking on the Suzuki GSR600.

The result is surprising to many but not for this avid rider.

Budget bike shootout (right-click to save)

C'mon, everyone. Suzuki did put some thought in this bike. Looks isn't EVERYTHING. Just because the Fazer S2 looks more aggressive, in reality its just a sheep in wolf's clothing. Its origin is as a tourer, for God's sake.
I'd give more credit to the Hornet for its all-out performance and intent.
But a much-heckled GSR takes the fight to the Street Triple closer than anyone expected.

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