Suzuki Motorcycle India has finally announced the launch of the eagerly awaited Suzuki GSX-8R, which according to the company will cater to all those who want sportiness with an added practicality. But how is this bike placed in terms of price? And will this feature-packed bike help Suzuki overpower the market in the mid-weight supersport segment while presenting its presence on that shelf and among bikes such as the Triumph Daytona 660? We find out in this report.
Price And Availability
Suzuki GSX-8R
It is priced at ₹9.25 lakh (ex-showroom). Altogether, it should be an attractive proposition in its class. Based on the city, it can go up to ₹11-12 lakh on-road. It is available for purchase across all Suzuki dealerships in India.
The GSX-8R comes with a 776 cc, liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine, giving delivery values of 81.8 bhp at 8,500 rpm and 78 Nm of torque at 6,800 rpm and will be more thrilling yet comfortable to ride. The combination goes with the match of a 6-speed transmission and is shared by its sibling, the GSX-8S, now fine-tuned for an experiential ride both on highways as well as city rides.
Important Features
Suzuki GSX-8R Features
The GSX-8R features such modern technologies to advance safety and comfort as follows:
Electronics: The ride is blessed with Suzuki’s intelligent ride system, featuring ride-by-wire, multiple riding modes, and a 4-stage traction control system. Even a dual-channel ABS and a low-RPM assist come as standard.
Chassis: The chassis is beautiful, with 17-inch cast-aluminium wheels, a Showa USD fork at the front, and a monoshock at the rear to ensure great stability and comfort. Dual 310 mm discs at the front with a 240 mm disc at the rear form the braking setup.
Design: In terms of design, from vertically stacked LED headlights to a sporty fairing and an exposed rear section that completes its performance-biased design, it looks aggressively race-inspired.
Specification
Details
Engine
776 cc, liquid-cooled, parallel-twin
Power Output
81.8 bhp at 8,500 rpm
Torque
78 Nm at 6,800 rpm
Transmission
6-speed
Brakes (Front)
Dual 310 mm discs, 4-piston calipers
Brakes (Rear)
240 mm disc, single-piston caliper
Suspension (Front)
Showa USD fork
Suspension (Rear)
Link-type monoshock
Wheels
17-inch cast aluminium
Tires
Dunlop Roadsport 2 radials
Riding Modes
3 modes
Traction Control
4-stage switchable
Instrument Cluster
5-inch TFT-LCD color display
ABS
Dual-channel ABS
Price (Ex-showroom)
₹9.25 lakh
Weight
205 kg
With its attracting price point, Suzuki GSX-8R is going to offer a compelling mix of performance, modern features, and striking looks. It is available across Suzuki dealerships in India and well to be a tough competition in the mid-weight sportbike segment.
Tarun Kohli is a passionate writer at Hindu Wire, specializing in technology and automobile-related topics. He covers the latest trends, reviews, and insights in both industries, helping readers stay informed and up-to-date.
