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problem getting their feet comfortably on the deck . The dash is a combination of TFT screen and dials that show all information from warning lights to power and control settings – it ’ s very comprehensive and looks flash ! The only slight down side for me was because I ’ m tall , the top part of the speedo and tachometer is obscured by the screen which curves back quite a way . To see the speed , I have to duck my head - ok in my perfect world , but not so good in this one .
BIG , BUT AGILE , BIRD For a large , long bike the Suzuki is
surprisingly agile with a lovely , light and accurate turn-in . The steering is very impressive . Stability is also excellent . What it just loves is fast , open , sweeping turns where you can arc through the country side . That ’ s not to say it isn ’ t happy on tighter backroads , its ease of use and general rider friendliness will impress both old and new Hayabusa riders . Quality fully adjustable KYB suspension is fitted at both ends . An indication of this is that the 43 mm USD forks have a black DLC ( Diamond Like Coating ) to reduce friction - they are superb on the
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