1993 Suzuki VX800 review from United States of America
"The VX800 is a true all around bike"
What things have gone wrong with the motorcycle?
When I got the bike @ 8,500 miles, the rear brake rotor was badly grooved and the shocks were trash. Both tires were completely worn out.
General comments?
The bike has been really fun to ride after I changed the front springs and rear shocks to Progressive pieces.
The brakes could use another disc up front, and also better calipers. Modified Yamaha R6 calipers will work.
The torque developed from only 800cc is amazing (I do wish that it had 6 speeds; the U.S. version is geared too low) with no need to down shift in most situations.
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 | Great all-around bike with style and performance |
| Fast and reliable |
| Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1993 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Acceleration marks | 8/10 |
| Roll-on Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Handling marks | 7/10 |
| Braking marks | 4/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 8500 miles |
| Most recent distance | 17500 miles |
| Previous motorcycle | Harley-Davidson 1200R |
| Date of Entry | 13th July, 2007 |