Suzuki GSX-8S
Year of construction / RRP / Test report
Built von 2023 bis 2024~
RRP 8.900 €
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Competitors
Pros:
- Powerful engine: character, power, power delivery, usable speed range
- impeccable handling
- nice V2 sound, not too loud
- QuickShifter Series
- good workmanship
- Driving pleasure in large bags
Cons:
- Windshield can only be adjusted with tools
- chunky bulb turn signals
- unsightly long tail
Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase: 1.465 mm
Length : 2.115 mm Height : 1.105 mm
Seat : 810 mm
Weight : 202 kg
Length : 2.115 mm Height : 1.105 mm
Seat : 810 mm
Weight : 202 kg
Engine
Motor design: 2-cylinder, 4-stroke in-line engine 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 776 ccm
Hub: 70 mm
Hole: 84 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 776 ccm
Hub: 70 mm
Hole: 84 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Performance
Maximum speed: 180 km/h
Performance: 83 HP at 8.500 U/Min
Torque: 78 NM bei 6.800 U/Min Tank contents: 14 Litre
Consumption: 4 l
Reach: 333 km
Performance: 83 HP at 8.500 U/Min
Torque: 78 NM bei 6.800 U/Min Tank contents: 14 Litre
Consumption: 4 l
Reach: 333 km
Chassis
Frame type:
Bridge frame (steel) Front suspension:
Coil springs / cartridge system, oil damping (travel 130 mm) Rear suspension:
Mono-Link central shock absorber with progressive linkage (travel 130 mm)
Rear suspension:
Alu two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 120/70 ZR 17
Rear tyres: 180/55 ZR 17
Bridge frame (steel) Front suspension:
Coil springs / cartridge system, oil damping (travel 130 mm) Rear suspension:
Mono-Link central shock absorber with progressive linkage (travel 130 mm)
Rear suspension:
Alu two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 120/70 ZR 17
Rear tyres: 180/55 ZR 17
Brakes
Front brake
Double disc, 4-piston monobloc brake calipers, radially mounted (∅ 310 mm) Rear brake
Single disc, 1-piston floating caliper (∅ 240 mm)
Double disc, 4-piston monobloc brake calipers, radially mounted (∅ 310 mm) Rear brake
Single disc, 1-piston floating caliper (∅ 240 mm)
Result
Wow, what a bike! A simple look at the data sheet of the GSX-8S is not enough to come to a correct assessment of this machine - you have to drive it! Then you realize that Suzuki has put together a very balanced streetfighter with a lot of love, which has hardly any weaknesses. The GSX-8S is extremely fun, has endless steam and does not have to hide from any of the current competitors. Awesome bike!The test machine was provided to us by Bergmann & Söhne in Tornesch . There she stands in this magnificent blue as a demonstrator and waits eagerly for test drivers. And we can only advise you: Go to Tornesch and try them out. However, you should check your account balance beforehand, because many of you will catch it - caution is advised!
