Suzuki GSX-8TT: a retro feel
A price cut gives this Suzuki naked bike - with modern features but a vintage feel - a new lease on life
“Retro Spirit, Next Generation Performance” is not just a slogan, but the mission of the Suzuki GSX-8TT. The reference to the 1967 T500 Titan is more than just a name; the clean lines and color scheme serve to emotionally connect today’s rider with the golden age of Japanese motorcycling in Europe, while the second “T” stands for Timeless.
Under the fuel tank beats the 776 cc parallel-twin engine, shared with its sister model, the GSX-8S, from which it also borrows the chassis.
Power and Torque: 83 hp and 78 Nm. Numbers that guarantee vigorous yet always manageable acceleration, with record-breaking fuel economy (23.8 km/l).
The Suzuki Cross Balancer system with two counter-rotating shafts ensures superior riding comfort, making these “T” models ideal for mid-range touring as well.
An absolute first is the Hy Eliiy Power lithium-ion battery, which reduces weight and ensures quick starts even after long periods of inactivity.
Vintage look, but high-level electronics package:
Bidirectional Quickshifter: Standard
Ride-by-Wire and Maps: Three riding modes to adjust throttle response
Low RPM Assist: The system that aids in starting, preventing accidental engine stalling in traffic.