The Suzuki GSX-8R is the fully-faired sibling of the Suzuki GSX-8S, which was just released in 2023. Both bikes are powered by an all-new 776cc 4-stroke DOHC parallel-Twin that can also be found in the V-Strom 800 models. The tubular handlebar from the 8S is traded for a pair of clip-ons on the GSX-8R that are about 2 inches lower and a smidge farther away from a rider, and the KYB suspension on the 8S has been replaced with Showa suspension on the 8R.
To demonstrate the breadth of capabilities offered by the GSX-8R, Suzuki invited us to Palm Desert in California for a ride on rural and mountain roads, followed the next day by sessions at a racetrack. Watch the video below to see the 2024 Suzuki GSX-8R in action, and read our full review here.
2024 Suzuki GSX-8R Specs
- Base Price: $9,439
- Website: SuzukiCycles.com
- Warranty: 1 yr., unltd. miles
- Engine Type: Liquid-cooled, transverse parallel-Twin, DOHC w/ 4 valves per cyl.
- Displacement: 776cc
- Bore x Stroke: 84.0 x 70.0mm
- Horsepower: 82.0 @ 8,500 rpm (factory claim)
- Torque: 57.5 lb-ft @ 6,800 rpm (factory claim)
- Transmission: 6-speed, cable-actuated slip/assist wet clutch
- Final Drive: Chain
- Wheelbase: 57.7 in.
- Rake/Trail: 25.0 degrees/4.1 in.
- Seat Height: 31.9 in.
- Wet Weight: 452 lb (factory claim)
- Fuel Capacity: 3.7 gal
GEAR UP
- Helmet: Arai Corsair-X Vinales-5 Replica
- Jacket / Suit: Alpinestars Hoxton V2 / Alpinestars Missile Tech Air
- Gloves: Alpinestars GPX V2 / Racer High Speed
- Boots: Alpinestars Grange / Sidi Mag-1
