Suzuki Motorcycle India has launched the OBD-2B compliant version of the Suzuki GSX-8 and the price stays unchanged at Rs. 9.25 lakh (ex-showroom). The motorcycle gets the same 776 cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine as the V-Strom 800 DE, making 81 hp at 8,500 rpm along with 78 Nm of peak torque at 6,800 rpm. The motor gets a 270-degree crank configuration along with Suzuki's patented cross balancer shaft. The engine is paired to a 6-speed gearbox, with a bi-directional quick-shifter.
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Deepak Mutreja, Vice President - Sales & Marketing, Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. said, "The OBD-2B update on the GSX-8R enhances its performance with improved emission monitoring, keeping it aligned with the latest regulatory requirements. This ensures that customers continue to enjoy a refined and responsive riding experience that also meets evolving environmental standards."
In terms of cycle parts, the GSX-8R gets 17-inch cast Aluminium wheels, shod with Dunlop Roadsport 2 radial rubber. Then, there is a forged Aluminium handlebar along with Showa separate function big-piston USD fork up front and a link-type monoshock at the rear. There is a lightweight Aluminium swingarm as well. The Suzuki GSX-8R gets twin 310 mm discs up front with 4-piston callipers and a 240 mm disc at the rear with a single piston calliper. The Suzuki GSX-8R gets the company's intelligent ride system, with three riding modes, 4-step switchable traction control, ride-by-wire, ABS and low-rpm assist. There is a 5-inch colour TFT-LCD console on offer as well.
Its nearest rivals are the Triumph Daytona 660 along with the Kawasaki Ninja 650 and the Aprilia RS 660. The Ninja is the most affordable model, followed by the Suzuki and then the Daytona 660. The Aprilia is the most expensive model in this segment.