If you haven't seen it, there were several first rides and tests of the new GSXR-1000 on YouTube. In my opinion, it was the best way to launch the new model with an all-out track day for the bike and testers.
We will have limited color options from what I saw on Suzuki's website: Blue & White or Yellow & Blue.
The bike did get some changes, but the one that concerns me most is the reduction in power. I know I will hear the argument that any liter bike is too fast, but for those of us who are experienced, it means a lot. With Kawasaki and Honda producing over 200 whp with tunes, I'm not sure Suzuki will be in the ballpark, and it will ultimately hurt its sales. One thing it does have going for it is really good updates and the rear suspension change, along with a whole lot more. I'm excited, and it sounds like the tuning might bring this thing to life in NA markets.
The big question is, will it be fighting for titles against the competition?
Video of the test: https://youtu.be/CgWpKIiC600?si=RLWTmg9eBpc-rb7F