GSX-8S Road and Racetrack Test, BikeReview

We spent a day on the roads and a day on track testing the all-new Suzuki GSX-8S parallel-twin nakedbike. Well priced, with a cracker of an engine, versatile chassis, quick-shifter, traction control, ride modes and ABS, the new 8S proved quite the package. Check out our video.
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Suzuki GSX-8S Specifications
Price: From $14,190 Ride Away
Warranty: Two-years unlimited km
Colours: Pearl Cosmic Blue, Pearl Tech White or Metallic Matt Black No.2/Glass Sparkle Black.
Claimed Power: 62kW@8500rpm
Claimed Torque: 78Nm@6800rpm
Wet Weight: 202kg
Fuel capacity: 14L
Fuel Consumption Claimed: N/A
Fuel Consumption (measured): N/A
Engine: Four-stroke, two-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 84.0mm x 70.0mm bore x stroke, 776cc, 12.8:1 compression, two-into-one exhaust Gearbox: Six speed Clutch: Wet, multiple disc
Chassis: Frame: Steel Frame
Rake: 25 degrees Trail: 104mm
Suspension: KYB inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped, adjustable (f), travel N/A, KYB Link type, coil spring, oil damped (r), travel N/A.
Brakes: Twin 310mm discs(f), Single 240mm disc (r)
Wheels & Tyres: Cast aluminium wheels, 120/70ZR17M/C and 180/55ZR17M/C 69H Dunlop SPORTMAX Roadsport2 tyres.
Dimensions:
Seat height: 810mm
Ground clearance: 145mm
Overall width: 775mm
Overall Length: 2115mm
Overall height: 1105mm
Max lean: N/A
Instruments & Electronics: Full-colour TFT dash, Suzuki Intelligent Ride System (S.I.R.S.), LED light all round.

[@stevesanelli90]

Looks like you had great fun! So glad to watch some local Aussie content on this sensational motorcycle! I love mine to bits! Probably the best bike I’ve ever had in 37 years!🤙

[@AndyPat239]

Double thumbs up for the excellent review👍👍

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Thanks a lot it’s much appreciated 👍

[@nickbasiliou5744]

This bike is on my list, and living close to Lakeside, a track day will on the list too.

[@BikeReviewcomau]

Both are great! Sounds like paradise!

[@jodavey3053]

Great review,

[@MikMech]

It needs more Growl, and maybe a re-map. Great review.

[@BikeReviewcomau]

For sure! That’d be the go! Cheers 👍

[@zo.v1601]

How would this be as a beginner bike? It's priced well for the equipment, stable and relatively approachable. But still fast enough to not feel like selling it for a long time?

[@jonomasonILoveU]

not for beginners mate, try the ktm duke390😁

[@jonomasonILoveU]

Could`nt wait for this bike to hit NZ so got new kTm Duke390 to kill time, still looking at the 8S as next full time bike @ $16,599 here in NZ. I love the new kTm tho😁.

[@jesus2400]

Sound’s electric

[@emmett8462]

"PromoSM" 🎉