VOLUME ISSUE APRIL , P89
The running gear is typical of the class in
there's a non-adjustable inverted fork up front
and preload only on the monoshock. The first
order of business was a couple of turns of rear
preload as I'm, err, slightly larger than the Japa-
nese test rider who signed off on this bike.
Despite this, the ride is smooth and stable
without being overly flashy in what it can do
on the road. Start to really explore your sport
-
ing prowess, and you'll hit the limits of the
suspension and the Dunlop Roadsmart rubber
quite quickly. However, you can still take the
GSX-8S for a good strap, and it'll withstand
(Above) Suzuki's now formally joined the rest of
the world in the TFT dash era. Thank the Lord.
(Below) The Suzuki's rider triangle measurements
will suit longer-legged riders.
