The new Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 And a bike that shares the technical base with its sister V-Strom 800 DE, with the new 776 cc parallel twin-cylinder and diamond-shaped frame in steel tubes, but is characterized by a more street-oriented nature and a sporty naked look .
The engine is a completely new project: a 776 cc parallel twin with crankshaft at 270° and has the Suzuki Cross Balancer, a balancing system with two countershafts (one for each piston), which aims to eliminate vibrations and create a more compact crankcase; delivers a maximum power of 82.9 HP at 8,500 rpm. and has a peak torque of 78Nm at 6,800rpm. It is liquid-cooled and has distribution with double overhead camshaft and a 2-into-1 type exhaust system. In addition, there is an assisted clutch, electronic up/down shifting and the start assist function.
At the cycling level we find a diamond frame in steel tubes, with aluminum swingarm. The front part of the frame is the same as its sister V-Strom 800 DE, the rear frame changes, here shorter and more compact. The frame is combined with KYB suspensions: upside-down fork (non-adjustable, with 130 mm of travel) and preload-adjustable monoshock. The rims are both 17″ with sizes 120/70 and 180/55. The tank is 14 litres; the saddle is at a height of 810 mm from the ground e the curb weight is 202 kg. The standard equipment also includes LED headlights, Suzuki Easy Start System and Low RPM Assist.
But now let’s not talk too much, for all the technical details of this model we refer you to our presentation article. Here, however, you will find the first driving impressions, and in the following pages of this article the complete technical data sheet and the price. Now we leave you the video of the test, with the strengths and weaknesses of the bike. Good vision!
