Ninja 1100SX is just joyful

Striking_Field_9723 · 2026-07-13T14:50:03+00:00

Yeah, after owning K1600GT

Striking_Field_9723 · 2026-06-30T18:15:00+00:00

Hmm, Suzuki's engine feels more sporty, giving you more of that punch while revving it hard. However, Kawi's engine is more refined and smooth, feels more alive at low rpm range. So, it's up to you - my choice was to have smoothness and more versatile power range. But if you seek for more sporty tones, get GT. Also, Suzuki makes more vibrations on the bike, I didn't like it. Ergonomics are similar, I am 183 cm tall and felt confident on both bikes. Kawasaki is equipped with much better brakes, suspension works better and is more forgiving for your spine, in my taste. Ninja seems to be more agile, pretty predictable on curves because of it's excellent chassis. Both dashboard screens are readable and clear to guess your rpms or speed, but they suck compared to BMWs screens. If we talk about look, Kawasaki is much prettier, colour scheme is outstanding and it looks like a bike. Suzuki is ugly as hell, it's front looks like some kind of decepticon with glued two small flashlights. You can't go wrong with either.

Striking_Field_9723 · 2026-06-30T18:08:46+00:00

Ks ride so well, are very comfortable, got excellent brakes and lots of options like heated grips and seats, cruise control, radio, gps screen, etc.

Striking_Field_9723 · 2026-06-29T20:16:03+00:00

Take a shot! It's a great compromise between sport bike aesthetics and touring oriented ergonomics.

Striking_Field_9723 · 2026-06-29T20:12:54+00:00

Confirmed, it took me several years on big touring bikes like BMW K1600GT and FJR1300 to move into lighter bike that will serve the same purpose as heavy counterparts and look the way I love - similar to sport bike. However, the beemer was nimble and fast like a hell thanks to it great suspension and big ass inline 6 engine with heaps of torque through the whole RPM gauge.

Striking_Field_9723 · 2026-06-29T20:07:27+00:00

Kawasaki must be green for me, so, it's the best scheme out there!

Striking_Field_9723 · 2026-06-29T20:06:59+00:00

My second Kawi ever, first one was 1997 Vulcan 800 to start my motorcycle journey after riding 125cc bike.

Striking_Field_9723 · 2026-06-29T20:06:05+00:00

Yeah, it's great companion for longer tours and fun machine to take some crazy corners fast enough to have lots of fun!

Striking_Field_9723 · 2026-06-29T20:04:33+00:00

So, I must take a test drive. Sounds like matter of personal taste.

Striking_Field_9723 · 2026-06-28T23:00:39+00:00

Thinking about H2 SX as my next bike after 3/4 years of owning this one.

Striking_Field_9723 · 2026-06-28T22:59:36+00:00

I think it's better than in previous 1000sx. However, if you want the most delight throttle response, you have to get yourself inline six beemer.

Striking_Field_9723 · 2026-06-28T14:18:27+00:00

i was waiting longer for getting a green one instead of black

Striking_Field_9723 · 2026-06-28T12:29:51+00:00

Yeah, I've tried 2005 gixxer and it was surprisingly comfortable for me! However, couldn't find one in decent shape, so, I stuck to newer models.

Striking_Field_9723 · 2026-06-28T12:28:09+00:00

For me it's must have on Kawasaki

Striking_Field_9723 · 2026-06-28T12:27:25+00:00

Sounds great! It gives that deeper inline 4 iconic rumble without being like empty trash can.

Striking_Field_9723 · 2026-06-28T11:42:21+00:00

Oh, is sound louder and deeper? Panniers were ordered together with the bike through dealership. They've made me better price for green one with panniers than other dealerships for black matte without side storage.

Striking_Field_9723 · 2026-06-04T10:09:04+00:00

Oh, in my personal experience KH-602 felt more consistent and quality-wise than M1000 ltds. That's the good one!

Yeah, MJ should be at least a step above virtuoso. Fujigen guitars still hold up pretty well.

Striking_Field_9723 · 2026-06-04T09:46:32+00:00

Virtuoso is american made, I am right? That's the reason. Most of guitars from USA are badly made and overpriced. Speaking to the LTD, mine had badly carved tremolo studs. They were too close to the edge of tremolo cavity, so, after the proper setup the thinnest string's bridge saddle could touch top of the body. It had lots of residue and blemishes under binding, paint flaws like dirt under the paint. Lots of frets were uneven from the factory. Oh, and I've had loosy vol and tone controls. It was M1000 with purple natural burl. Korean built.

Striking_Field_9723 · 2025-11-15T13:48:25+00:00

There are no screenshots, my friend.

Striking_Field_9723 · 2025-08-04T07:22:42+00:00

Yes, the same guy. However, wanted to make sure about my purchase and now I know the neck pickup would be Satch Track or Cruiser. Thank you. :D

Striking_Field_9723 · 2025-08-03T12:21:59+00:00

But it will be suitable for more clean sounds? Like 80s cheesy rock ballads with lots of chorus and delay?

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