1991 Suzuki Dual Sport reviews

Mine's a 93 model, last version before electric start. no starting issues except occasionally when hot, then holding the throttle open seems to do the trick. Only things broken are when I fall, plenty of torque for trail riding. We do a colorado visit once a year, I'm retired now, plan to go more often. Show less

I've had mine for 5 years now and still enjoy it very much. There is no better all around street bike for my type of riding. It is far more comfortable than a sport bike or a cruiser for any ride longer than one hour. With the addition of Progressive Suspension fork springs and K&N Super Bike handlebars (lower and less pull back), the VX handles as good or better than any bike I've ridden on the street. The motor is fantastic. I wish Suzuki would have used this engine in a dual purpose bike like the BMW GS series. Or the Defunct Honda Trans Alp. As they are more suitable for the majority of our roads in Alaska. Drawbacks are few. I do wish for a sixth gear when travelling the long stretches of highway. 3200 rpm in fifth gear gets old when the motor could easily pull a deep overdrive. No chance to gear down since it is a shaft drive. No fussing with a chain either though. It is a bit heavier than it should be but it was built to a low price. Fun factor is very high. Cost is very low. Sound is great. Vibration is never a bother. Hauls two people and our gear in ease. A removable windscreen is great for all day trips on the highway, (it is rarely put on as I like riding with out it better). Disc brakes front and rear, a liquid cooled v-twin engine that looks good, excellent tires and wheels, comfortable seat, good looking style, everything I wanted in a street bike. I highly recommend this bike to all my friends although it only appeals to those who have grown past the "I want to look cool" stage. "Cool" being either (racy) on a sport bike, or (bad) on a cruiser. Bottom line is that I would like to buy another one to build into a dual sport version someday. We all have our dreams. Enjoy. Show less

All in all, a great bike for the real world. A shaft driven V-Twin with sporty looks. Despite being a good ten years old, it still looks fresh and up to date. People always think that it's new, and are amazed to hear it's a 1991 model. Basically, the VX can do it all. Get luggage and a windshield and make it a sport-tourer, or get lower bars and upgrade the suspension for a suprisingly capable sporty standard. Also, there is a great online group of owners and riders. Write to vx800-L@mcf.com for more information. Show less

My 1991 VX800 is a dream come true! With its smooth sleek unique look and smooth power band it is definitely a keeper. This is my first bike and I don't believe I will be getting another for a while this will keep me plenty busy. It has a unique style and plenty of power. Though it isn't as fast as a sport bike it will give most street bikes a run for their money. I've had mine up to 130, shhh don't tell. With the custom exhaust an all black paint job, most people mistake it for a Buell. For this hardly used 1991 VX800 with only 5500 miles I feel I got a steel for $2000. I can't figure out why Suzuki only made this bike from 1990 - 1993. Show less

Light, powerful, maneuverable, dependable, and keeps on ticking. Plenty of power and suspension, and very easy to handle in the forest. I have used this machine to participate in a 500-mile dual-sport event, across the Sierra Mountains in California every year since new, with no problems at all! These early models suffer from occasional hard starting with no real fix, and believe me, I've tried. Suzuki has kept these bikes very similar, except paint and added electric starter, till the new 400 models (it was a good thing -- don't fix it). Show less

The VX was my first new bike after a long hiatus from motorcycling. The kids were gone, I was on my own and I got the bug again. I tried to sneak back in with a used Virago, but soon thirsted for more performance. The VX has a smooth, smooth power delivery, comfy ergonomics and good handling as well as the sport standard styling I prefer. Based on the Intruder engine in a sporting chassis, it does everything well. Too bad it didn't last, but the bike is very innocuous and not terribly trendy. A great sport tourer for those who place function and comfort over e.t. figures or street race results. Show less