Model Description
NEXT GENERATION PERFORMANCE
A new era for sportsbikes, where superbike looks combine with real-world performance and usability. A punchy engine packed with torque, housed in an agile, responsive chassis, with performance enhanced by a sophisticated suite of electronics for an unrivalled experience on the road or track.
SPORTS PERFORMANCE
A new engine for a new era of sportsbikes, the new GSX-8R uses Suzuki’s new parallel twin engine, which delivers torque in abundance across the rev range, provides an exciting character and feeling thanks to its 270-degree crankshaft design, and enables a slim chassis design thanks to its compact layout.
SUZUKI INTELLIGENT RIDE SYSTEM (SIRS)
The Suzuki Intelligent Ride System (SIRS) is a collection of advanced electronic rider assist systems, which allow the rider to choose the settings for each system to best suit their preference or to suit the conditions. SIRS helps enhance an already exciting riding experience that inspires confidence and frees riders to concentrate on enjoying the ride.
Model Specification
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Engine
Engine Type
4-stroke, 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC
Engine Displacement
776cc
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Ignition
Electronic ignition (transistorised)
Lubrication
Wet Sump
Transmission
6-speed constant mesh
Final Drive
chain
Fuel Capacity
14.0L (3.1UK gallons)
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Dimensions
Bore x Stroke
84.0 x 70.0 (3.3in x 2.8in)
Compression Ratio
12.8 : 1
Length
2,155mm (84.8in)
Width
770mm (30.3in)
Height
1,135mm (44.7in)
Wheelbase
1,465mm (57.7in)
Seat Height
810 mm (31.9in)
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Frame
Tyres Front
120/70ZR17M/C (58W)
Tyres Rear
180/55ZR17M/C (73W)
Kerb Mass
205kg (452lbs)
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Performance
Brakes Front
Disc, twin
Brakes Rear
Disc
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Suspension
Suspension Front
Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Suspension Rear
Link type, coil spring, oil damped