S11E05: Is the Suzuki GSX-R the Ultimate Sportbike?

About this episode

The episode celebrates the 40th anniversary of the Suzuki GSX-R, discussing its history and culture.

In the last episode before Zack's triumphant return, Spurg and guest host Ari Henning celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Suzuki GSX-R by digging into its rise, fall, and rebirth as one of the most prolific motorcycles in the industry. The guys also dive into the challenge of finding a good used GSX-R and discuss the "Gixxer Bro" culture. Plus, stick around for a very special Engine Sound Guessing Game! Check out more from RevZilla: Common Tread : News, opinions, and written reviews RevZillaTV : Bike reviews, How-To's, and product videos

People in this episode

Host: Spurg

Guest: Ari Henning

Topics covered

• Suzuki GSX-R
• motorcycle history
• used motorcycles
• Gixxer Bro culture
• Engine Sound Guessing Game

Keywords

• Suzuki
• GSX-R
• sportbike
• motorcycle culture
• used GSX-R
• Engine Sound Guessing Game
• Gixxer Bro

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Suzuki

Products: GSX-R

Books & works: Common Tread, RevZillaTV

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