GSX-8R

Featuring a long wheelbase to enhance straight line stability, with other chassis design elements ensuring agile handling and cornering ability, and a slim, compact design. A key priority was to provide a sporty riding position that effectively distributes weight to the front and rear, providing a plugged-in riding experience, while also offering comfort. New separate aluminium handlebars help achieve this by providing a forward-leaning riding position. In addition, the parallel twin engine benefits the geometry because its compact front-rear dimensions allow it to position the rider’s hip point further forward. This, in turn, enables the rider to shift their weight forward and more easily control the GSX-8R when negotiating tight corners.

The styling for the new GSX-8R is based on the three core phrases: new era, visual structure, and icon. New era reflects a further evolution of the futuristic design language introduced on the GSX-8S. The goal was to create a thoroughly modern interpretation of sportbike styling compelling enough to set a trend for an exciting new generation of motorcycles ready to carry the Suzuki brand into the future. Visual structure reflects the ideology of exposing the bike’s functional parts and painting them to put a spotlight on the visceral appeal of the structural elements, and highlight the mechanical appeal of functional beauty. Highlights include details such as the separate handlebars, the painted seat rails, aluminium wheels, the short muffler design and the slim rear mudguard.

The GSX-8R uses a 5-inch colour TFT display. Clearly legible high-quality information displays keep you fully aware of all the bike’s systems and settings, and supply vital real-time operating status information. The tachometer also serves as a programmable engine rpm indicator. It blinks when the engine speed reaches the preset rpm entered by the rider. It can be set in 250rpm increments within a range from 4,000rpm to 9,750rpm with a function that lets you display large pop-up alerts and reminder. Manual or automatic switching settings for the day (white) and night (black) display modes let you maximise visibility at any hour and in any riding situation.