2026 Suzuki GSX 8T

Features

A Modern Classic, Engineered for Today

• A mono-round LED headlight inspired by 1960s and ’70s Suzuki motorcycles delivers bright, efficient illumination.
• Handlebar-end mirrors, create a cleaner forward view while enhancing rearward visibility.
• The tuck-and-roll-style seat, reimagined with modern high-density foam, improves comfort and offers better reach to the ground.
• With a sculpted 16.5-litre fuel tank, the GSX-8T balances retro aesthetics with modern utility—offering extended range for city rides, weekend escapes, or wherever the road leads next.
• Matte titanium silver seat rails and a brushed stainless-steel muffler cover provide a premium metallic finish that complements the bike’s mechanical styling.
• Distinctive engine side covers (black finish) enhance the bike’s vintage-inspired profile while adding visual depth and a sense of motion, even at a standstill.

A Torque-Rich Engine

• Suzuki set out to design a slim, compact engine that would enhance overall design flexibility and help achieve optimal chassis geometry—supporting performance gains and an ideal riding position.
• • Displacement: 776 cm³ • Type: 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC parallel twin • Bore x Stroke: 84.0 mm × 70.0 mm. • Compression Ratio: 12.8:1 • Maximum Power: 61 kW (82 hp) @ 8,500 rpm • Maximum Torque: 78 Nm @ 6,800 rpm • Crankshaft: 270° layout for a V-twin-like feel

Engineered for Efficiency and Response

• • Suzuki Cross Balancer minimizes vibration and allows for a more compact, lighter engine. • SCEM-coated aluminum cylinders improve heat dissipation and reduce friction. • Iridium spark plugs enhance ignition performance and throttle response. • Dual 42 mm ride-by-wire throttle bodies deliver crisp, linear input. • Short, upswept muffler with brushed stainless-steel heat shield balances tone and design. • Large radiator and liquid-cooled oil cooler ensure consistent operating temperature.
• Whether you’re accelerating through traffic or powering down an open highway, the GSX-8T responds with confidence and refinement.

Balanced Handling & Tuned Suspension

• The GSX-8T’s chassis was engineered for both agile maneuvering and long-distance comfort:
• • Frame: High-rigidity steel construction • Swingarm: Lightweight aluminum with enhanced torsional rigidity • Front Suspension: KYB inverted telescopic fork with 130 mm travel. • Rear Suspension: Link-type KYB monoshock with adjustable preload • Wheelbase: 1,465 mm • Rake / Trail: 25° / 104 mm • Seat Height: 815 mm • Ground Clearance: 145 mm • Curb Weight: 201 kg
• From tight urban corners to sweeping backroads, the GSX-8T delivers stable, precise handling with a planted, confident feel.

Stopping Power & Grip You Can Trust

• • Brakes (Front): Dual 310 mm discs with radial-mount 4-piston callipers • Brake (Rear): 240 mm disc with single-piston calliper • ABS: Helps prevent wheel lock-up under hard braking
• Tires: • Front: 120/70ZR17 Dunlop SPORTMAX Roadsport 2 • Rear: 180/55ZR17 Dunlop SPORTMAX Roadsport 2 • Wheels: 17-inch cast aluminum alloy
• The GSX-8T provides the stopping confidence and grip you need, regardless of the riding surface or weather conditions.

Suzuki Intelligent Ride System (S.I.R.S.)

• The GSX-8T puts modern control right at your fingertips with a suite of advanced, rider-focused technologies:
• • Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (SDMS): Choose from three riding performance modes to match throttle response to the road or riding conditions. • Traction Control System (3 modes + OFF): Helps you stay connected to the pavement in varying riding conditions. • Bi-directional Quick Shift System: Shift up or down without the clutch—smooth, quick, and effortless. • Anti-lock Braking System (ABS): Improves braking confidence and prevents wheel lock-up in reduced traction conditions. • Ride-by-Wire Electronic Throttle: Accurate and responsive throttle feel, tuned for performance and predictability. • Suzuki Easy Start System: Start the bike with a single button press—no need to hold. • Low RPM Assist: Prevents engine stalling during takeoff or slow speed maneuvers.
• Together, these systems make the GSX-8T easier to ride, more adaptable, and more enjoyable—no matter your experience level.

Full-Colour TFT Display

• The high-contrast 5-inch TFT LCD display is your information hub—simple to read and rich with detail:
• • Digital speedometer, tachometer, gear position • Real-time and average fuel consumption • Engine temperature, fuel range, voltmeter • SDMS mode, traction control, quick shift status • Programmable RPM indicator • Auto day/night mode with pop-up alerts • Dual trip meters and service reminders

Smart Tech

• Additional conveniences include:
• • USB Type-C fast charging port • HY battEliiy P-series lithium-ion battery (lightweight, durable, and reliable start from -10˚C to 65˚C). • LED lighting throughout, including compact turn signals and rear combination light.

Technology

• RIDE BY WIRE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE SYSTEM
• SCEM - Suzuki Composite Electrochemical Material
• STCS - Suzuki Traction Control System
• SCAS - Suzuki Clutch Assist System
• SDMS - Suzuki Drive Mode Selector
• ABS - Anti-Lock Braking System
• Easy Start System
• Low RPM Assist
• BI-DIRECTIONAL QUICK SHIFT SYSTEM