Suzuki announced the first wave of returning 2025 models in June, including the GSX-R family, Boulevard cruisers, the Burgman scooter, RM-Z motocross bikes, and youth dirtbikes. The second wave of returning Suzuki motorcycles includes the GSX-8R sportbike and the V-Strom 650, 650XT, and 650XT Adventure. This announcement includes new colors available for these returning models, as well as pricing.
2025 Suzuki GSX-8R
The Suzuki GSX-8R sportbike, which was introduced for 2024, makes its return for 2025 with a new color option. The GSX-8R is a sportier version of the naked GSX-8S introduced in 2023 and remains powered by a liquid-cooled 776cc parallel-Twin that makes a claimed 82 hp at 8,500 rpm and 57.5 lb-ft of torque at 6,800 rpm.
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The GSX-8R is fitted with Showa suspension (including a SFF-BP fork), Nissin brakes (including dual radial-mount 4-piston front calipers with 310mm discs), standard ABS, and Dunlop RoadSport 2 radial tires. The 8R features Suzuki Intelligent Ride System, which includes rider aids such as three ride modes, four-mode traction control, and the Easy Start and Low RPM Assist systems.
In addition to the returning Metallic Triton Blue and Pearl Ignite Yellow colors, the 2025 Suzuki GSX-8R will also be available in Metallic Matte Black No. 2, which replaces Metallic Matte Sword Silver for 2025. MSRP is $9,669.
2025 Suzuki V-Strom 650 Models
The three V-Strom 650 models (V-Strom 650, V-Strom 650 XT, and V-Strom 650 XT Adventure) return for 2025, also with new paint colors. These adventure bikes are powered by a liquid-cooled 645cc V-Twin with a 90-degree crankshaft. The 6-speed transmission has narrow 1st-5th gear ratios and a tall top gear. The V-Strom 650’s aluminum twin-spar frame and subframe include integrated mounting points for Suzuki’s accessory luggage.
The V-Strom 650 models have an adjustable windscreen, a ground clearance of 6.7 inches, a seat height of 32.9 inches, and a claimed curb weight of 470 lb. Electronics include traction control, the Easy Start System, the Low RPM Assist system, and ABS.
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The 2025 Suzuki V-Strom 650 will be available in Glass Sparkle Black with an MSRP of $9,299.
The V-Strom 650XT features blue-anodized aluminum rims on spoked wheels with tubeless radial dual-sport tires, handguards, and a protective engine cowl. It will be available in Pearl Vigor Blue / Pearl Brilliant White with an MSRP of $9,799.
The V-Strom 650XT Adventure has gold-anodized aluminum rims with tubeless spoked wheels, and it comes with aluminum side cases, a handlebar cross-brace, and mirror extensions. It will be available in Glass Sparkle Black with an MSRP of $10,999.
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I never liked cleaning spokes. And a bike that weighs north of 470 lbs should not be off-road anyway.
I wish Suzuki would produce a limited edition DL650 for idiots like me. Amongst my other more sophisticated bikes, I’ve owed three Wee’s all bought new and abused as much as decency would allow – cumulatively well over 250 000 trouble free kilometers. The engine is a jewel and, to be fair to Suzuki, I bought the Wee’s to appeal to my sense of frugality, something not one of my other bikes weren’t designed to do. But, being hooked on the Wee doesn’t diminish the fact it has middling brakes, suspension, exhaust and a few other farkles that the bike doesn’t really warrant. Enter the “idiocy” part because, with the higher spec components, I’d be willing to pay Suzuki more for the bike than a sane person should. The engine is just that good.