1995 Suzuki reviews

I was originally in the market for a 600 Katana. I learned to ride on a 1978 GS750 and figured that a newer 600 would be just fine. After I rode the RF, though, with its "heavy" nose to keep from doing a wheelie at every traffic light- I was convinced that more power doesn�t always mean less control. The bike has a solid, comfortable ride with enough power to feel safe at high speed on the highway. I read one review about how "uncomfortable" the bike was to them. My RF has Heli bar risers and a Corbin seat, and I think it's quite comfortable. The other mods are the (almost clich� for this bike) Yosh RS-3 pipe and K&N filter charger. I also have a Zero Gravity wind screen and Dunlop Sportmax tires (180 in the rear). It all adds up to a comfortable ride to work or a pleasant zip down the highway. I'm in the early stages of doing my own "bun burner" ride around the beautiful state of Wyoming. I love my RF! Show less

My 99 is a blast. Bought it with 1100 miles, now 6500. For a mid size bike it has a bit of an attitude. Great starter or re-entry bike. Everyone loves the style. It handles everythin I throw at it. The power is predictable and usable, shifts cleanly, and sounds cool. I installed the factory headlight and turn signal louvers, and rear rack, Being a smaller bike, these touches add sparkle.The essence of motorcycling! After five months under cover in a garage, through our Buffalo winters, it starts quickly. My instructor at the motorcycle safety course loved it and called it the Torquemeister. He wanted to use it all the time during instruction. No leaks, rattles, or problems. I plan on a windshield and gel seat as my next upgrades. My buddy says it reminds him of his 69 Triumph Bonneville. Keep it up, Suzuki! Show less

I have owned mine for 7 years. Did some work on factory pipe.Rejetted. Some trick work on air box.My bike is pushing 140 hp. Best thing to get rid of....NGK plugs...Went to Autolites.I also drag race and this is the only plugs to use.No problems here. This is the bike I will always own. Show less

I bought my 1995 LS650 used with 2100 miles on the odometer. This is my first bike and the first motorcycle I have ridden. This is a great bike for learning to ride. The bike is lightweight(~350 lbs) and the seat height is low, allowing the rider to easily plant both feet firmly on the ground at starts and stops. At a bit over 6' and about 195 lbs, the bike is a bit small for me, but I really have no big issues with comfort during riding. The 652cc single cylider engine performs very well below 55 or 60 mph. The engine pulls strongly up to about 50 mph, after which it still pulls but with a bit less oomph. The five speed transmission is somewhat clunky in shifting and I have had the occasional issue with it not wanting to upshift to the next gear. This may well be an issue with the clutch/transmission on my bike. Braking is quite adequate. The Savage is a nice looking bike and it receives a lot of looks and elicits a lot of waves. The bike came with a Jardine exhaust installed. The Jardine is moderately loud and sounds good to my ear. I have performed the procedure to remove the white spacer from the carburetor to eliminate backfires I was experiencing. This had the added benefit of giving the bike a bit more low end punch. On the road the bike is very nice to ride, especially around town at speeds of 45 mph or lower. On the open road above 50 mph, the light weight of the bike allows it to get pushed around a good deal by wind, but it is a blast to ride and gives one a great feel for the road with great handling. All in all I am satisifed with the LS650 as my first bike. I hope to move up to something larger(hopefully a Triumph Bonneville America or Moto Guzzi Jackal) someday and my wife will ride the Savage. I think it would be perfect for her height and weight. Show less

i love my bike, comfy, good looking, but it is too heavy and lacks grunt down low if it had 20more ponies it would be a great bike. although it lacks power compared to my r1 i much prefer to ride it on a daily basis. they make great road bikes. if you want a track bike go and buy a stroker........ Show less

I have to tell you I'm not completely happy with this bike but what can I say, you get what you pay for. I'll admit the single cylinder thumper has good "get up and go(for the price) but it backfires constantly, its clutch is awful and it leaks oil like it was made in the 1950s. Next time I get a cruiser I'll save up some money and get a real bike (a Harley). Show less

I purchased my RF900rv in 1998 it had only 300 miles on the clock, although we operate in kilometers in NZ these bikes were imported from a cancelled USA order. I have now done nearly 13 thousand miles and it has never missed a beat, toured NZ (both islands) which is a mixture of twisties and in the south island long flowing highways. The rf can hoof it with the best of them and cornering is governed by the riders ability as it will handle most corners you throw it into. I agree with previous comments about the pegs being a little high but am able to peel off the miles without any undue discomfort. My bike came out with Dunlop[203`s which I replaced with Pirellis at 6800 miles. The Pirellis (mtr 23 and 24) are magic in both wet and dry. The bike is stock standard but I would be interested to hear how the k & n filter improves the breathing if anyone wishes to reply. All in all a superb sports tourer which I have no intention of selling and would recommend to any potential buyer. Happy and safe riding Show less

I am very impressed with my Savages get-up-and-go. I am not a small guy so the bike is a little undersized physically, but the big single pushes me right along. Not a tourer or rocket but the best damn CRUISER you can find! Show less

From what I've read on the RF900R there is only one reason I can come up with they halted production on the RF900. When the bike was introduced they were trying to fill a gap between "Sport Touring" and "Sport". They wanted to give the riders the best of both worlds. Unfortunately, there wasn't that big of a gap between the bikes and as time went on, that gap narrowed. There just wasn't a market for it. Now, however, it would probably fair a bit better as us speed freaks are getting a bit older. Look at the Hyabusa, it's the world's fastest production bike and it's a tourer. I think if they redesigned it with 2001 technology and re-introduced it as a "smaller Hyabusa" it'd sell. Trust me, the stares and questions I get when I pull up on mine is generating a lot of interest around here. It's unique, yet still performs. Let's face it, for it's day, it was a bad A** ride. It's only real marketing competition was the VFR-750 (which, by the way, was also dropped; now it's the Interceptor 800) Show less

This little thumper keeps on rolling into its 2nd life. I have rolled the odometer 2 times, I bet ya think im nutz but its true.The only things I had to do was change the belt,plugs,filters,and tires.This little beast will not die.I have a 1996 savage and ride it everywhere I go. Its the best for city driving but,a killer on long trips. It is kind of small for a cruiser yet, it has the get up and go you nead.I did do a custom paint job but the rest is still stock. The only complaint I have is it sounds like a lawn mower driving down the street. Show less