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NDTV
06-07-2025
- Automotive
- NDTV
Suzuki GSX-8T, GSX-8TT Break Cover; Share Platform With The GSX-8R
Suzuki has now unveiled the GSX-8T and the GSX-8TT globally. The two neo-retro roadsters share their platform with the brand's GSX-8R sports bike. However, the GSX-8T and the GSX-8TT get a bunch of design changes and tuning the suit the neo-retro style statement and performance, ditching the GSX-8R's appeal. The Suzuki GSX-8T and GSX-8TT motorcycles get the same 776cc, parallel-twin engine, capable of pushing out a peak power and torque output of 80 hp and 78 Nm, and are paired with a six-speed gearbox and a bi-directional quickshifter. It must be noted that the same power unit can be seen on the Suzuki GSX-8S, GSX-8R, and V-Strom 800. Suzuki GSX-8T, GSX-8TT: Design And Hardware The Suzuki GSX-8T and GSX-8TT are based on a tubular steel frame as seen on the GSX-8R, 8S, and V-Strom 800 DE. The duo also gets non-adjustable KYB suspension, Nissin brakes, and Dunlop RoadSport 2 tyres measuring 120/70-ZR17 (front) and 180/55-ZR17 (rear). Suzuki has equipped a 16.5-litre fuel tank on the GSX duo, which is much bigger than that seen on the 8R. Suzuki GSX-8TT The Suzuki GSX-8T seeks much of its design inspiration from the Suzuki T500 and is equipped with a round LED headlamp, flat & wide handlebars, and bar-end mirrors. Meanwhile, the Suzuki GSX-8TT has been inspired by the Yoshimura GS1000 and carries the cafe racer design aspects with headlight fairing, belly pan, and more. Suzuki GSX-8T, GSX-8TT: Price And India Launch The Suzuki GSX-8T and GSX-8TT are available at a price tag of GBP 9,599 (Rs 11.20 lakh approx.) and GBP 9,999 (Rs 11.60 lakh approx.), in the United States. However, it is yet to be seen if the brand will introduce the neo-retro duo in the Indian market.
Hindustan Times
05-07-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Suzuki GSX8T and GSX8TT retro-styled middleweight motorcycles revealed
The Suzuki GSX-800T and GSX-800TT are based on the GSX-8R but get completely different styling for a neo-retro look Check Offers Suzuki has pulled the wraps of the new GSX-8T and GSX-8TT retro roadsters in the middleweight segments. The new Suzuki GSX-8T and GSX-8TT are based on the GSX-8R sportbike and V-Strom 800 DE that are on sale in India, but get major visual changes for the old-school flavour and a small technical change. Suzuki GSX-8T & GSX-8TT Neo-Retro Roadsters The new Suzuki GSX-8T and GSX-8TT bring the retro flavour in a muscular look. With round LED headlamps, sharply styled, chiselled fuel tank, flat handlebars, and more, the style game is on point, and the middleweight machines look the part of neo-retro roadsters. While the GSX-8T is a street-naked, the GSX-8TT differentiates itself as a cafe racer with a belly pan and a biking fairing covering the headlamp unit. The 8TT also gets a more premium seat. That said, the riding position remains the same on both bikes. Also Read : 2025 Suzuki GSX-8R with OBD-2B compliant engine launched at ₹ 9.25 lakh The Suzuki GSX-8T is a neo-retro styled street-naked with the round LED headlamp, while underpinned by the GSX-8R's tubular steel frame Suzuki GSX-8T & GSX-8TT: Specifications The GSX-8T and GSX-8TT are powered by the familiar 776 cc twin-cylinder, liquid-cooled motor as the GSX-8R and V-Strom 800 DE. The engine develops 81.8 bhp and 78 Nm of peak torque, paired with a 6-speed gearbox and a bi-directional quickshifter. The bike is underpinned by the same tubular steel frame as the GSX-8R, while suspension duties are handled by USD front forks from KYB and a monoshock at the rear. Braking comes from Nissin-sourced units. Both bikes ride on 17-inch wheels with Dunlop RoadSport 2 tyres. While the new GSX-8T and GSX-8TT are nearly identical to Suzuki's larger 776 cc range, the neo-retro bikes get a larger 16.5-litre fuel tank. The GSX-8T weighs 201 kg, while the GSX-8TT weighs 203 kg, about 4 kg (8T) and 2 kg (8TT) less than the GSX-8R. The Suzuki GSX-8TT gets a bikini fairing and belly pan for a more cafe racer style. Both bike have an upright riding position Suzuki GSX-8T and GSX-8TT: Electronic Aids With respect to electronic aids, the Suzuki GSX-8T and GSX-8TT are equipped with dual-channel ABS, switchable traction control, three riding modes, and a TFT console. Suzuki has not disclosed if it plans to bring the new 8T twins to India. However, considering the GSX-8R and V-Strom 800 DE are on sale in India, the neo-retro roadsters would be an interesting addition to the brand's premium lineup. Check out Upcoming Bikes In India. First Published Date: 05 Jul 2025, 18:09 PM IST
