Suzuki brings us a “sport crossover” in the form of the new GSX-S1000GX+ we tested in Portugal. (Photos by Ula Serra & Amylee Photography)

Suzuki?s new GSX-S1000GX+ is further evidence of the evolution in the sport-touring class. Formerly, the class consisted of big, heavy machines and sportier but less luxurious ones. Then came the influx of adventure bikes, which offered roomier riding positions and have become dominant in the marketplace. 

The marketing materials for ADVs regularly show the bikes being ridden in desolate areas on unpaved terrain, inspiring our sense of adventure. However, ADVs are often used like crossover SUVs, with personas of rugged adventure but most often used on paved roads. So now we have crossovers that have spacious riding positions beyond what?s offered from traditional sport-tourers. Of note are BMW’s powerful S 1000 XR, Kawasaki?s capable Versys 1000 SE LT+, and our 2021 Motorcycle of the Year, Yamaha?s Tracer 9 GT, which was recently updated to the GT+.   
Related: 2024 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Review 

Hot on the heels of Suzuki?s GSX-S1000GT+, our 2022 Motorcycle of the Year, is the new GX+ version that has a more open riding position, blending attributes of an ADV with a sport-tourer. Suzuki calls it the ?supreme sport crossover.?  

The Suzuki GSX-S1000GX+ glows in the shadows.

Related: 2022 Suzuki GSX-S1000GT+ Review 

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