GSXR 750 k8 vs L1

[menor95]

Hello all,

I currently own a K8 GSXR 750 that has covered 46,000KM, overall I'm very pleased with it. However, I have always had an itch to upgrade to an L1. Is it a big step up or would I be better of investing in say a better rear shock for my K8 and front fork rebuild?

I know that the k8 has a 15mm longer wheelbase compared with the L1, as a result it is more flickable. Can anyone verify this?

I find my K8 comfortable compared to other sports bikes too. Does the L1 sacrifice some of this comfort?

Looking forward to hearing from follow GSXR owners Thanks in advance!

[trickywoo]

L1 has Showa bpf front forks and Brembo front callipers. I had the bpf on a Triumph I back to backed with a K4 750 and didn’t like them at all.

I think you would get a lot more out of refreshing / upgrading your K8 vs going for a stock L1.

K8 looks nicer too.

[menor95]

I have to agree, I do like the K8's front end.

[MDUBZ]

A shorter wheel base is usually less stable I.e. flickable, think sports bike vs drag bike. The weight distribution and the rake angle will have a big influence on flickability as can suspension set up, the weight of the wheels (rotational weight) and tyre profile.

A test ride is the only way to know.

Edited by MDUBZ on Friday 26th April 18:13