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Will the New Hayabusa Paint Silence Its Critics?

For a sportbike legend, the 2027 Hayabusa doesn’t do much changing. Suzuki just announced refreshed colorways for their flagship hyperbike, and the mechanical side remains untouched.

Does Suzuki’s Sport Crossover SV-7GX Hit the Mark for 2027?

Suzuki’s rolling out its first batch of 2027 models, and the headline-grabber is a fresh take on the middleweight sport-touring market: the all-new SV-7GX and SV-7GXV sport crossover machines. Both tap into Suzuki’s time-tested 645cc 90-degree V-Twin, the same engine that powers the SV650, a platform that’s earned its stripes over two decades.

The move makes sense. Suzuki’s carving out a niche between pure sportbikes and full adventure tourers, and the SV-7GX sits right in that sweet spot. It’s got the agility riders want for canyon carving, paired with comfort features that make longer hauls less of a chore.

Is a Winged, More Powerful Suzuki GSX250R About to Return to the West?

Suzuki’s entry-level GSX250R is finally getting the update riders have been asking for, and it might be the ticket back into markets that lost it years ago.

New Chinese type-approval documents reveal an updated GSX250R with variable valve timing, a power bump, and a fresh look. It’s built in partnership with Haojue and expected to launch officially this month.

Video Analysis: 2027 Suzuki GSX-R1000R Review

In this track review from Motorcycle.com, the reviewer takes the updated 2027 Suzuki GSX-R1000R through a brutal “Six Hours of Suzuki” simulation at the Monte Blanco circuit in Spain [00:17], [09:14].

This update represents a critical “welcome back” party for the Jixer 1000 in Europe (where it was dropped in 2023 due to emissions), while acting as a tiny, incremental evolution for the US market where it never left [00:32], [22:37].

Custom Suzuki GSX-R1100 by KOS’THOR

The “Yoshimura” is a 1987 Suzuki GSX-R1100 “slabside” restomod built by Yohann Kostrzewa of the French workshop KOS’THOR. Inspired by the legendary 24-hour endurance racers that dominated the Suzuka circuit in the 1990s, the build is a tribute to the legacy of Hideo “Pops” Yoshimura.

The project began with a neglected donor bike that was completely stripped and rebuilt to recreate the look and feel of a factory-fresh racing machine.

Custom 40th Anniversary 1985 Suzuki GSX-R750 by NCC Bikes

Nigel Weber of Germany’s NCC Bikes (Nigel’s Creative Customs) has collaborated with Belgian artist and track enthusiast Philippe Madou of Woefie-Art to create the “Anniversary Artbike,” a custom 1985 Suzuki GSX-R750 celebrating the 40th anniversary of the legendary “Slabside.”

The project honors the bike’s status as the “mother of all modern superbikes” by maintaining much of its original 1985 character while adding unique, hand-painted cartoon-style motifs that blend motorcycle culture with fine art.

Suzuki Launches the GSX-8T and GSX-8TT and They’re Gorgeous

The rumble of a new engine echoes down the highway of life, and Suzuki, bless their hearts, has uncorked a pair of beauties for the open road: the 2026 GSX-8T and GSX-8TT.

I mentioned these were coming not long ago, and they’re here. These bikes are an ode to the golden age of riding, with a wink and a nod to the future. The GSX-8T is a handsome motorcycle, and the GSX-8TT is its sportier sibling.

The Suzuki GSX-8T and GSX-8TT Are Coming

Word’s come down the wire, folks, that Suzuki’s got a couple of new irons in the fire for the 2026 riding season. Seems the California Air Resources Board, they’re the ones who keep tabs on these things, has given the nod to two fresh machines: the GSX-8T and its kin, the GSX-8TT.

Now, if you’re a rider with a bit of wanderlust, this news ought to perk your ears right up. Think of the GSX-8R built for those long hauls you’re always wanting to take.

2025 Suzuki DR-Z4S – 5 Things to Know

Some motorcycles are built to conquer racetracks, others to cruise boulevards, still others to take on the dirt. Then there’s the new Suzuki DR-Z4S—a machine that feels equally at home threading through city traffic as it does kicking up dust on a backcountry trail.

It’s the kind of bike that doesn’t just take you places; it invites you to explore them. Here are five things you ought to know about this versatile companion.

A Detailed Look at the Suzuki Hayabusa

The Suzuki Hayabusa, often just called the ‘Busa,’ is a sportbike motorcycle legend that first hit the roads in 1999. Known for its lightning speed and unique style, this bike has captured the hearts of speed enthusiasts all over the world. With its aerodynamic design and powerful engine, the Hayabusa has set the standard for what a superbike can be.

Over the years, it has evolved with cutting-edge technology while keeping its iconic look. Let’s dive into the history of this remarkable machine and see how it has become a symbol of speed and performance and remains so to this day.