If you are planning to buy a mid-sport bike and your budget is up to ₹ 10 lakh (~$12,000), then Suzuki’s new bike can be perfect for you. Yes, Suzuki Motorcycle India has launched its updated GSX-8R in the Indian market, which is priced at ₹ 9.25 lakh (~$11,100) (ex-showroom). The special thing is that now this bike also follows the latest OBD-2B norms of the Government of India.
GSX-8R will directly with bikes like Aprilia RS 660, Kawasaki Ninja 650 and Triumph Daytona 660 in the market. Now it clear that this bike is making a very strong entry in the sports bike segment.
This powerful sports bike have 776cc parallel-twin engine, which generates 82 bhp of power at 8,500 rpm and 78 Nm of torque at 6,800 rpm. This engine is mated to a 6-speed gearbox and also has the facility of assist and slipper clutch, which makes gear shifting smooth.
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Suzuki has given Suzuki Intelligent Ride System (SIRS) in this bike, which includes many advanced electronic features:
- Traction Control
- Ride-by-Wire Throttle
- Bi-Directional Quickshifter
- Multiple Riding Modes
- Suzuki Easy Start System
- Low RPM Assist
The purpose of all these features is to make riding more smooth, controlled and fun.
The GSX-8R has a Showa SFF-BP USD fork at the front and a Showa mono-shock at the rear. Talking about the braking system, there are two 310mm disc brakes at the front and a 240mm disc brake at the rear. That is, there is no compromise in both control and safety.The 2025 Suzuki GSX-8R has been launched in three amazing colors:
- Metallic Triton Blue
- Metallic Matte Sword Silver
- Metallic Matte Black No.2
With these colors, this bike gives an even more premium and sporty look.
If you are looking for a mid-range sports bike that is stylish in appearance, full of technology and also strong in performance, then the Suzuki GSX-8R can definitely impress you. Especially now that it comes with OBD-2B regulations, it means it is more efficient and cleaner too.
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