1990 Suzuki VX800 review from United States of America
"Best bike, wish it weighed less"
What things have gone wrong with the motorcycle?
Front fork seals went out @ 8700 miles. It is 17 years old, so what do you expect? Bought seals online from the UK for 8.75 including shipping.
General comments?
This bike is great; I can see why it has a following in Europe.
It is a bit heavy for my liking, but it drives like no other. It has been used mostly to get me back and forth to work, but it is a great weekend rider for the wife and me.
This is a bike for the person who wants 3 or 4 bikes in their garage, and will ride it on the weekend every once and a while, 150 miles to go have lunch with a buddy.
Very few people know what it is when they see it, and you really have to be a bike nut to enjoy it the most. There is nothing out on the market that is anywhere close to similiar to this bike. A collector would really enjoy this.
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 | The VX800 is a great all-around motorcycle for anyone - beginner, intermediate or experienced rider |
| Great all arounder. Unique style and character |
| Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1990 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Acceleration marks | 8/10 |
| Roll-on Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Handling marks | 7/10 |
| Braking marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 6000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 9100 miles |
| Previous motorcycle | Yamaha Yamaha Radian 500 |
| Date of Entry | 29th May, 2007 |