The GSX-8S is a brand-new model engineered from the ground up to shine as a fresh realisation of naked street fighter performance, featuring trendsetting naked sportbike looks combined with winning performance, confidence-inspiring controllability, and optimised comfort.
Suzuki has designed a brand-new parallel twin 776cm3 DOHC, 4-valve-per-cylinder engine for the GSX-8S. It features a long-stroke configuration that delivers a fine balance of smooth, controllable power from low rpm and the pleasant feeling of free-revving performance through to the high end.
Suzuki’s electronic throttle control system uses the ECM to control the action of the throttle valves and make it possible for adjustments that more finely control the relationship between throttle action and engine output characteristics. One benefit is that individual settings can be tuned and tested to match each of the SDMS modes resulting in throttle action that responds accurately to the rider’s intention at each mode setting.
Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (SDMS) fully leverages the electronic throttle control system to offer a choice between three modes that deliver different power characteristics — especially when turning the throttle grip between a slightly open position to when it reaches the top of the mid-speed range under acceleration — to match the conditions of the riding scene, surface conditions, or preferred riding style for any given outing.
The settings for each mode were custom-tuned and thoroughly tested to maximize the GSX-8S’s capabilities as a top-performing street fighter, to build in the flexibility to adapt well to changing weather, road, and riding conditions, and to make the overall riding experience more enjoyable.
The Suzuki Traction Control System for the GSX-8S enables the rider to better control the bike in diverse and varying conditions, whether riding alone or with a passenger, or riding in inclement weather. The rider can select from 3 modes or turn the system off. The higher number the mode, the faster the control takes effect and the more proactive the system is in limiting wheel spin.
Mode 1: For sport riding with minimal intervention from the system.
Mode 2: Offers a balance that is ideal for city riding and regular road conditions everyday riding.
Mode 3: Well suited to wet or otherwise slippery road conditions.
Provides the ability to shift gears up or down quickly without the need to operate the clutch or throttle. This feature is switchable so the rider can opt to turn the quick shifter off at their discretion.
This System helps reduce the chances of an unexpected engine stall by automatically raising the idle speed when releasing the clutch or when riding at low RPM’s, assisting frequent clutch work in congested traffic and preventing sudden and unexpected engine stalling when operating in a low RPM range.
This system lets the rider start the motorcycle with one quick press of the starter button. There is no need to pull in the clutch lever when the transmission is in neutral, and the starter motor automatically disengages the instant the engine fires up.
The antilock braking system (ABS) contributes to more stable braking by helping prevent the wheels from locking up, even under hard braking. The system is programmed to monitor wheel speed and match stopping power to the available traction. The ABS control unit features a compact, lightweight design that contributes to making the bike nimbler.
The GSX-8S’s custom 5-inch full-color TFT LCD multi-function instrument panel features a clearly legible display , richly populated with information. Not only does it keep the rider fully aware of all the bike’s systems and settings, it also supplies critical real-time operating status information. The look is one of high quality that helps instill pride of ownership.
