2026 Suzuki GSX 8R

2026 GSX-8ROverview The Suzuki GSX-8R an exciting fusion of sportbike appeal, performance, and riding pleasure that will appeal to a wide range of riders with varying levels of experience. Riding upon on the engineering advances of the GSX-8S, the agile GSX-8R is designed to satisfy, whether riding around town or heading out for a sporty run through winding mountain roads on the weekend.

 

At the core is Suzuki’s new-generation parallel-twin 776cc DOHC engine with a responsive chassis built around it, creating a stunning sportbike package. Every aspect of the 8R’s design is geared toward delivering a satisfying experience to riders who desire more power than a 650cc class sportbike can deliver, who aspire to ride a bike with the sharp styling of an elegant sportbike, and who desire a satisfying ride that is reassuring, reliable, and ready for action.

TECHNICAL DETAILS

ENGINE

• Engine776cc, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC parallel twin
• Bore x Stroke84.0 mm x 70 mm (3.3 in. x 2.8 in.)
• Compression Ratio12.8:1
• Fuel SystemFuel injection

DRIVETRAIN

• ClutchWet, multi-plate type
• Transmission6-speed constant mesh
• Final DriveO-ring style drive chain, 525 x 118L

CHASSIS

• Suspension FrontSHOWA inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
• Suspension RearSHOWA link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped
• Brakes FrontNISSIN, Radial-mount 4-piston calipers, twin disc, ABS-equipped
• Brakes RearNISSIN, 1-piston caliper, single disc, ABS-equipped
• Tires Front120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless
• Tires Rear180/55ZR17M/C (73W), tubeless
• Fuel Tank Capacity14.0 L (3.7 US gal.)

ELECTRICAL

• IgnitionElectronic ignition (transistorized)
• Spark PlugIridium type x 2
• HeadlightMono-focus LED x 2
• Tail LightLED

DIMENSION

 

• IgnitionElectronic ignition (transistorized)
• Spark PlugIridium type x 2
• HeadlightMono-focus LED x 2
• Tail LightLED

• StarterElectric
• LubricationForce-fed circulation, wet sump