'99 Suzuki GSX600F review.

[James Deuce]

if ya dont mind me asking, how much moolah for the pair?

No worries. $515 fitted, for a 120/70x17 front, and 160/70x17 rear. That's a size up on the rear, but it was the recommended fitting from Avon. IIRC the sizing for the 600 and the 750 is the same, so it's definitely an option for your 'bike.

[bane]

I'm still getting used to my week old purchase, so I'm not pushing too hard at present. Another excuse I hear you say, and I'd agree happily. I hate falling off, with all its attendant dramas and I need to work on my mental state before I go testing tyres properly.

Time 4 an update Jim. How are those Avons in the twisties?

Had a WOF today, need new tyres soon. The std 150/70*17 rear seems to limit choices somewhat. Been suggested that a 160/60 would be a better option (i notice that you've gone to a 160/70).

so far choice seems to be:
the current Dunlop D208
BT020
your Avons
Diablos (if I go to 160/60)

I thought choosing tyres for the cage was hard...

[James Deuce]

They are absolutely top notch. Predictable as anything, and respond very precisely to "input" of the steering or accelerating variety. They are more than sticky enough for me, and I've had no dramas other than one throttle induced twitch on melting tar.

Really good in the wet too. Lots of feel and they provide a ton of feedback in the wet. Quite confidence inspiring.

I know what you mean about choosing tyres. I think I got down to the same list as you, and a sales person at Motorad I trust gave me a nudge in the Avon direction. I'd probably stick with the 70 profile rear if you can, otherwise things may feel a bit "chopper-like".

One thing to bear in mond with the ST45 front is that under 15km/hr or so the bike tends to follow the tread pattern a little, so it feels like a gentle weave. I'm completely used to it now, but it was a little disconcerting at first. A little research revealed that it is a known phenomenon and nothing to worry about at all.
Hope that helps

[Biff]

Good review Jim.

I took a new GSXR out for a test ride early last year following a half decent review in a UK bike mag - What Bike I think it was. It was the only UK mag that could manage to say anything good about it.

I thought it was a nice bike. Comfortable with excellent brakes and gearbox and quite responsive. Certainly a bike I'd recommend people try out.