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Added on the 28/03/2019 11:51:30 - Copyright : Auto Moto EN
The 2018 edition of EICMA immediately confirmed that even the Milan public, after that of the INTERMOT in Cologne, is eager to see the new Suzuki KATANA live. Since the opening of the gates of the Rho Fair, the B30 stand of Hall 22 has been crowded with people and the Suzuki press conference, which took place today at 9.30, was followed by a large number of journalists and professionals.Precisely during the presentation, Suzuki showed the world premiere of the new KATANA in a new black color, which gives the model more grit and personality.Suzuki also exhibits two very special Katanas at EICMA. It is one of the first Katana 1100 of 1981 and of 750 of 1984 with a retractable lighthouse, an evolution of the current model passing through the past.
Suzuki's cult classic Katana is back for 2019, a throwback to what many consider the ultimate 1980s sportsbike. There's no pop-up headlight, but the new Katana 3.0 is a very sexy machine that reminds us that the 80s in now well into the retro zone. Based on Suzuki's excellent GSX-S1000F, the 2019 Katana doesn't go for the velocity crown its forebears held nearly 40 years ago, or rock the pop-up headlight. Instead, it'll offer a similarly crazy sporty road ride experience, with a suitably retro set of bodywork atop to recall the first-gen Katana's ultimate 80s lines.
Deliveries to Suzuki dealerships of the new GSX-8S will start next week. The wait is over, the street fighter completes the series of launches of Hamamatsu's 2023 novelties, which began with the V-Strom 650 Explorer and continued with the V-Strom 1050 MY23 range and with the adventurous V-Strom 800DE. With the latter, the GSX-8S shares the technical platform, which has as its main element an innovative parallel twin-cylinder engine with 270° crank mechanism with exceptional efficiency.The GSX-8S plays a strategic role for Suzuki, because it enters as an absolute protagonist in what is one of the most important and lively segments of the market, that of mid-engined naked bikes. The GSX-8S is placed halfway between the timeless SV650 and the gritty GSX-S950 and GSX-S1000, with which it shows a certain family feeling in terms of aesthetics.The new street fighter marks an evolution of Hamamatsu's most recent stylistic features and adopts essential superstructures that express dynamism. The pointed top fairing, with overlapping LED headlights, position lights and arrows, together with the 14-litre tank and side scoops, contrasts with the minimalist tail and the short and compact exhaust terminal, to make the bike appear leaning forward and ready to shoot.With their streamlined shapes, the superstructures leave both the mechanics and the frame and seat post structure visible, made with a tubular steel trellis.The light and compact engine is a 776 cm3 parallel twin with DOHC DOHC distribution and four valves per cylinder. The technicians have chosen a configuration that manages to combine a generous throw from low revs and a lot of vivacity in the long run with extraordinary efficiency. Maximum torque is 78 Nm at 6,800 rpm, while peak power is 61 kW (83 hp) at 8,500 rpm, with consumption of 4.2 l/100 km in the WMTC mixed cycle. The bike is also available in a depowered 35 kW (48 hp) version for A2 license holders.
The Hamamatsu manufacturer unveils the GSX-S1000GT, a Gran Turismo that expands the Suzuki range and the GSX-S family by combining exhilarating sports performance with the skills of a great traveler, even when used with a full load and with the passenger.The modern and sharp line of the bike, refined in the wind tunnel, expresses a decisive temperament and guarantees excellent protection from the air, as well as irreproachable stability at any pace.The upright driving position ensures excellent ride comfort even in long-range touring and allows perfect control, when maneuvering from a standstill as well as when cornering.The GSX-S1000GT takes advantage of the experiences gained with MotoGP and with the iconic GSX-R and is projected into a new digital era, thanks to a 6.5-inch color TFT LCD display that can be connected to the smartphone. .The free SUZUKI mySPIN app allows easy access to contacts, maps, music, telephone functions and the calendar even while driving.The GT is sold in three colors of your choice at 15,890 Euros (F.C. price including VAT) with a set of travel bags in the same color and is covered by a four-year warranty.The first deliveries are scheduled for November.
The Hamamatsu manufacturer unveils the GSX-S1000GT, a Gran Turismo that expands the Suzuki range and the GSX-S family by combining exhilarating sports performance with the skills of a great traveler, even when used with a full load and with the passenger.The modern and sharp line of the bike, refined in the wind tunnel, expresses a decisive temperament and guarantees excellent protection from the air, as well as irreproachable stability at any pace.The upright driving position ensures excellent ride comfort even in long-range touring and allows perfect control, when maneuvering from a standstill as well as when cornering.The GSX-S1000GT takes advantage of the experiences gained with MotoGP and with the iconic GSX-R and is projected into a new digital era, thanks to a 6.5-inch color TFT LCD display that can be connected to the smartphone. .The free SUZUKI mySPIN app allows easy access to contacts, maps, music, telephone functions and the calendar even while driving.The GT is sold in three colors of your choice at 15,890 Euros (F.C. price including VAT) with a set of travel bags in the same color and is covered by a four-year warranty.The first deliveries are scheduled for November.
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