I just bought the new 2024 Bergman 400. Love it except for one problem. When you stop and lock the front door wheel, you have to be careful not to click the key too far and initiate the parking light. It will drain your battery. I accidentally did this the day after I got it home. Went to start it and the battery was dead. The next model should engineer a greater space between the lock bike and “Parking” which I would not use anyway. I now check my headlights to be sure they are not on before I put way the bike for the day/evening. Thanks.
Swapping my Suzuki VStrom for a luxury, or Maxi Scooter. Either the Burgmann 400 or possibly the Kymco AK550. I do want something capable of long range touring like I do on the VStrom but getting old and need maximum comfort. Wouldn't mind twist and go either. I do wish I had the TMaxx option in the US.
Hi. I am wondering why Suzuki stopped making the Burgman 650. My thoughts were always that I began my motorcycling career with a scooter (Yamaha Chapee) when I was 14 and I was going to end it with a scooter in a few years from now (I am now 59). But Inwas hoping to get the 650. Not sure the 400 has enough power.
Owned a couple of Burgman 400s over the years and they were good bikes. Unfortunately Suzuki seems to have done nothing to them beyond reducing the underseat storage. So now when you compare them to competition they look over priced and under spec. The 400 did not make the bike any faster than my current Xmax 300, given the weight difference, and the fuel economy was well below the Yamaha. I do miss the parking brake funnily enough, as an amateur landscape photographer I always rode the back lanes with a camera under the seat, and the parking brake made stopping on hills for that impromptu scenic photograph possible. I have missed a few instances of fantastic light through not being able to stop.
I definitely wish the Xmax had the parking brake. Sometimes I need to change cameras I have find a flat spot to do that. The burgman is way over priced in my opinion.
I added a "S" shape metal hook to the left handle of my scooter to hold the brake lever as my parking brake. In fact, you can make a hook brake to your preferred shape from wire cloth hanger.
Waiting and hoping honda brings the adv 350 to u.s. would be great! Do not like the parking brake on the Bergman, but for a 1000$ more you can get a BMW g400gt with heated seat heated grips and way more options if your already in this pri e range, curious how suzuki will compete
Seem way over complicated after seeing the simplicity of the park brake on something like a ruckus, Don't get me wrong, it is very interesting and might even have some kind of benefit over a simpler p brake, but I haven't been able to think of any lol
bmw c400 gt you mean, those scooters have kymco engine and fabous for theyr engine problems over the years, when you buy suzuki or yamaha for scooters you spend on pure quality.
Hi, I'm going to buy a scooter for the first time (dont even have riding license) I think of burgman 400 but it is kinda expensive for me (400k turkish liras). I look for something comfy and safe for my first time since I have no bike experience. I want to get faster as I learn (I like speed but dont wanna die yet). What would you suggest? Should I look for another cheaper models or brands? Dont really know the reason but I really like the design of suzuki.
I've looked and looked, Dan. But the Yamaha Xmax 2023, for the money, is by far the best offering available in new scooters. There are no issues with it and it's $1200-$1500 less than Suzuki's Bergman... for only a few cc's less. Gord
You will hate the seat and riding position on the xmax. It feels like you are riding on a large hard plastic lump in the seat and you are. Lol horrible seat no comfort at all. Everything else is good but the seat is terrible. Can only do 30min before max pain kicks in. Burgman is like drining on a sofa 🛋
Have the 23 Burgman 400. I can get a maximum of 75 mph @ 8,500 rpms, 500 past redline. It’s disappointing because it should go 100 mph all day long. Bought it used with 30 miles on it at the Suzuki dealership
@@rm9sbg93zxjzg 150 pounds. Mine should go 95 all day. Suzuki dealer said I need new pullies and a belt drive for $1,500. It’s rode like this since having 30 miles on it, says no warranty work for me
Except kymco is made by honda. I had the kymco agility 125 it had the best seat ever and it would do 65mph at 99mpg with 150lbs rider. I have driven all the yamaha scooters and the kymco is much better. More comfort never ever brakes down ever. And it has a rapid response cluch system that is trademark by kymco it is very fast off the line much faster then any other scooter of it's cc range. I currently have a yamaha smax it has a faster top end 75mph but honestly the seat sucks I was much more comfortable on the agility 125. Idk why but yamaha likes to round the seat on the interior to make room for a helmet under the seat which is nice but your are sitting on a hard round plastic lump under your seat and it is horrible. And the seating position is way to forward. The kymco gives you plenty of room to sit where you want with its flat seat. Wish yamaha had the same seat. With its speed and a kymco agility 125 seat yamaha would have a true winner.
@@taylerellis378 Nope! Kymco is not made by Honda! In fact, Kymco was licensed to make motorcycles by Honda 60 years ago while making some parts for Honda. Locally, we regarded Kymco has worse craftsmanship than SYM. Actually SYM delivered some quite good middle-weight scooters at 300 to 550 c.c. range.
Took my Burgman 200 everywhere . Great scooter.
Just bought a 2008 Burgman 400 yesterday and I’m loving it so far!
how is it on the freeways? does it get shaky in the higher speeds? do you get blown around alot?
Riding mine for almost 1 year - pure pleasure!
Very nice!!
Mine is being delivered today. Can’t wait.
Congratulations!!
I just bought the new 2024 Bergman 400. Love it except for one problem. When you stop and lock the front door wheel, you have to be careful not to click the key too far and initiate the parking light. It will drain your battery. I accidentally did this the day after I got it home. Went to start it and the battery was dead. The next model should engineer a greater space between the lock bike and “Parking” which I would not use anyway. I now check my headlights to be sure they are not on before I put way the bike for the day/evening. Thanks.
Congratulations on the burgman!! Great tip for other riders
The same exact thing happened to me with my B200. Love the Burgman but the parking light design can be improved.
@@vegasdan9820 Thanks for backing me on the design flaw with the parking lights key position.👍
I created a system- clicking all the way down and one time back hahah , now it’s a habit 😅
There are 4 stops on the key turn - active/inactive/lock/light and they are all equal distance with a definite click in between.
Good to know. I’ll have to go for a test ride at some point. Thanks for the information.
If they start making the 650 again I'd buy one in a heartbeat.
Swapping my Suzuki VStrom for a luxury, or Maxi Scooter. Either the Burgmann 400 or possibly the Kymco AK550. I do want something capable of long range touring like I do on the VStrom but getting old and need maximum comfort. Wouldn't mind twist and go either. I do wish I had the TMaxx option in the US.
That would be nice or the Adv350
@@slowridersmotovlog201 I think Honda has a 750 scooter in the Euro market too. Forza maybe? Not sure but never sold in the US.
The older Burgmans may look bulky but are also very ligth to drive !
Nice video.
Thanks for watching!!
when are going to have a full review of this band boy?
How did they cut 30pounds from the 2019s? 467 according to my Reg.
The brake lever in the middle isn't an emergency brake but is a parking brake, just saying 🙂
I definitely would prefer black rims
Hi. I am wondering why Suzuki stopped making the Burgman 650. My thoughts were always that I began my motorcycling career with a scooter (Yamaha Chapee) when I was 14 and I was going to end it with a scooter in a few years from now (I am now 59). But Inwas hoping to get the 650. Not sure the 400 has enough power.
I am 60 and drive from Delaware to New Jersey to work and everyone goes about 70-75 mph and my 08 burgman an400 keeps up.
Owned a couple of Burgman 400s over the years and they were good bikes. Unfortunately Suzuki seems to have done nothing to them beyond reducing the underseat storage. So now when you compare them to competition they look over priced and under spec. The 400 did not make the bike any faster than my current Xmax 300, given the weight difference, and the fuel economy was well below the Yamaha. I do miss the parking brake funnily enough, as an amateur landscape photographer I always rode the back lanes with a camera under the seat, and the parking brake made stopping on hills for that impromptu scenic photograph possible. I have missed a few instances of fantastic light through not being able to stop.
I definitely wish the Xmax had the parking brake. Sometimes I need to change cameras I have find a flat spot to do that. The burgman is way over priced in my opinion.
I added a "S" shape metal hook to the left handle of my scooter to hold the brake lever as my parking brake.
In fact, you can make a hook brake to your preferred shape from wire cloth hanger.
You can also use a velcro belt to tie the left handle brake as parking brake for pause.
You can also bring a velcro belt along to tie the left handle brake for parking.
Waiting and hoping honda brings the adv 350 to u.s. would be great! Do not like the parking brake on the Bergman, but for a 1000$ more you can get a BMW g400gt with heated seat heated grips and way more options if your already in this pri e range, curious how suzuki will compete
Love the parking brake!!
Seem way over complicated after seeing the simplicity of the park brake on something like a ruckus,
Don't get me wrong, it is very interesting and might even have some kind of benefit over a simpler p brake, but I haven't been able to think of any lol
That's one thing that the xmax doesn't have is a parking brake. Does a scooter need a parking brake? I don't miss it.
@@paul5683 Honda put a parking brake on my 2018 NC750X DCT (automatic), but not on my 2016 Forza300 ...both can roll when parked on steep grades.
bmw c400 gt you mean, those scooters have kymco engine and fabous for theyr engine problems over the years, when you buy suzuki or yamaha for scooters you spend on pure quality.
I have a '23 Burg 400, love it except wish it had digital dash...good for long distance except seat is not comfortable.
What's wrong with that seat? It looks better than the xmax seat, a lot lower too.
Looks good, height is OK, uncomfortable for my old bony behind(8>)
@@paul5683
how tall are you
@@RobbiePfunder 5' 6 1/2"...might be my bony behind is part of the problem (8>)
190cm here, best seat I ever rode on.
Hi, I'm going to buy a scooter for the first time (dont even have riding license) I think of burgman 400 but it is kinda expensive for me (400k turkish liras). I look for something comfy and safe for my first time since I have no bike experience. I want to get faster as I learn (I like speed but dont wanna die yet). What would you suggest? Should I look for another cheaper models or brands? Dont really know the reason but I really like the design of suzuki.
I would start off with a adv160 then move up from that. It’s light and you can around 65-70 mph
@@slowridersmotovlog201 is lighter better?
Yes
Definitely because you’re just starting out so you want to be comfortable
@@slowridersmotovlog201 Alrighty thank you
I've looked and looked, Dan. But the Yamaha Xmax 2023, for the money, is by far the best offering available in new scooters.
There are no issues with it and it's $1200-$1500 less than Suzuki's Bergman... for only a few cc's less.
Gord
Your absolutely correct
yes probably best bang for buck, but if you want the best and more power- go Burgman... you get what you pay for.
You will hate the seat and riding position on the xmax. It feels like you are riding on a large hard plastic lump in the seat and you are. Lol horrible seat no comfort at all. Everything else is good but the seat is terrible. Can only do 30min before max pain kicks in. Burgman is like drining on a sofa 🛋
Have the 23 Burgman 400. I can get a maximum of 75 mph @ 8,500 rpms, 500 past redline. It’s disappointing because it should go 100 mph all day long. Bought it used with 30 miles on it at the Suzuki dealership
It definitely should be going faster then that
how much do you weight? mY 200 does 87 and i am 190
@@rm9sbg93zxjzg 175
@@slowridersmotovlog201 I was replying to english mofo since he says its not that fast
@@rm9sbg93zxjzg 150 pounds. Mine should go 95 all day. Suzuki dealer said I need new pullies and a belt drive for $1,500. It’s rode like this since having 30 miles on it, says no warranty work for me
Good luck with getting 95 out of that and it’s way overpriced
NO WAY 95 NEVER, MAYBE 87 IF UR LUCKY, I HAVE THE 23 AND A TALL WINDSHIELD AND GET A REAL 83 MPH!!
Poorly mounted exhaust pipe protection. Oh my God!!!
Overpriced..not enough underseat storage.
I definitely think it’s way overpriced!!
@@slowridersmotovlog201 yes..longer trips with no storage. Xmax is still way better in all respects.
I think yamaha made more effort to give the xmax 300 a lot of underseat storage, almost too much in that it gives the xmax a big butt.
Yes...and its nice on long trips without having to pay for the rear trunk which dan hates right dan?.😅@paul5683
good for short people like 5’3 😂
No
hell no
Way over priced. Kymco 300I is under $5000
I totally agree with you!!
you get what you pay for... you could say "Toyota is overpriced because Kias are less". its a ridiculous argument.
Except kymco is made by honda. I had the kymco agility 125 it had the best seat ever and it would do 65mph at 99mpg with 150lbs rider. I have driven all the yamaha scooters and the kymco is much better. More comfort never ever brakes down ever. And it has a rapid response cluch system that is trademark by kymco it is very fast off the line much faster then any other scooter of it's cc range. I currently have a yamaha smax it has a faster top end 75mph but honestly the seat sucks I was much more comfortable on the agility 125. Idk why but yamaha likes to round the seat on the interior to make room for a helmet under the seat which is nice but your are sitting on a hard round plastic lump under your seat and it is horrible. And the seating position is way to forward. The kymco gives you plenty of room to sit where you want with its flat seat. Wish yamaha had the same seat. With its speed and a kymco agility 125 seat yamaha would have a true winner.
@@taylerellis378
Nope!
Kymco is not made by Honda!
In fact, Kymco was licensed to make motorcycles by Honda 60 years ago while making some parts for Honda. Locally, we regarded Kymco has worse craftsmanship than SYM. Actually SYM delivered some quite good middle-weight scooters at 300 to 550 c.c. range.
Pipe is awful
why? so much complaing about this bike I think its sweet