Suzuki Teases 2011 Middleweight Gixxer Motorcycles

2011 Suzuki GSX-R 600/750

Reliable source close to Suzuki have leaked an artist rendering of what the rumoured all-new 2011 GSX-R 600 and possibly the GSX-R 750 might look like. The Japanese company didn’t confirm when the new GSX-R will be available. The current GSX-R 600/750 was last updated in 2008 so it’s no surprise that the two models will get only minor updates. The biggest changes are the four new air intakes stacked to the sides of the slimmer headlamp. Mechanically, we expect a small weight reduction and an equally small increase of power. We’ll have the full details on the new models from Intermot ‘10 in Germany.

For the time being, the company has released just one teaser photo showing the 2011 600/750 identical twins, previewing what looks to be a 2009 GSX-R1000. No surprise here, as the same designer, Shigeru Uchiyama, was responsible for both versions.


There are only minor changes prepared for 2011, mostly to the visual aspect of the bikes, but a small weight reduction and power increase are also expected. Four new air intakes are placed on the side of a redesigned, slimmer headlamp that now uses a pile of high and low beams.

These slight changes will require only minor investments for Suzuki, but it will also offer a somewhat fresh perspective to the gixxer line. Consumers will get to see for themselves the 2011 Suzuki GXR-600 and 2011 Suzuki GSX-R750 models at the Intermot Cologne bike show on October 5.

2011 Suzuki GSR750 Teaser Sketch Released

2011 Suzuki GSR750 Sketch

The competition will be fierce for the newly launched Z750R from Kawasaki, as another Japanese motorcycle manufacturer is showing its weapons in the sportsbike-derived naked machines battle. Suzuki is one such example, as it has just unveiled the official sketch of the 2011 GSR750 model.

Using the same engine, but likely with less horsepower as the company’s GSX-R750 model, the all-new GSR750 from Suzuki will claim its share of the affordable middleweight naked class.

Combining comfortable ergonomics with reasonable street performance might, however, might not be enough to draw attention upon itself, so Suzuki engineers could also look into finding solutions to keep the cost down.

Styling gets far more aggressive than what we've seen so far in Suzuki's naked bikes, like the designers have tried to fill in the gap between the lines of the Gladius and those of the B-King.

This is why the chassis, frame and suspension is expected to be made from cheaper materials in order to achieve a reasonable price of around EUR7,500. Aside from the 2011 Kawasaki Z750R, the GSR750 will also have to battle Yamaha FZ8, Aprilia Shiver and Triumph Street Triple in getting the attention of European customers.

Suzuki will be taking the wraps off its 2011 GSR750 naked machine at the Intermot Cologne motorcycle show early next month, but hopefully it will make a full unveil in photos and technical details ahead of the public event. Also, we might also soon witness the launch of the smallest gixxer in the series, the GSX-R125, that has been rumored for a while now.

Suzuki Hayabusa Gets Platinum Air Suspension Touch

Hayabusa dropped

The team of specialists at Platinum Air Suspension has introduced a superior air ride technology for Suzuki Hayabusa, a system that allows riders to set the rebound and ride height of their sportbike. The adjustment, which uses the company’s BLEED FEED technology, is made by the flip of a switch.

According to the guys at Platinum Air Suspension, ride and handling are significantly improved because there is no bottoming out or bouncing.

"We feel it is critical not to compromise handling and full suspension movement when adjusting the ride height of a high performance motorcycle like the Suzuki Hayabusa," said Platinum Air Suspension owner Mike Ferris.

The system includes an air cylinder, machined from 6061 T-6 billet aluminum. The kit includes an air-control valve, DOT approved quarter-inch air lines, fittings, air compressor, switch hardware and a line cutter. Detailed mounting instructions are included. Platinum kits are also available at additional cost in powder coat, anodize and chrome.

Hayabusa lifted

The Suzuki Hayabusa returns for 2011 in Pearl Mirage White or Pearl Nebular Black, powered by the same 4-stroke, Liquid-cooled, 4-cylinder, 1340cc engine coupled with an optimized 6-speed transmission.

Highlights include 3-spoke cast-aluminum-alloy wheels, shoed with 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) front and 190/50ZR17M/C (73W) rear radial tires. The Japanese manufacturer has fitted the bike with the S-DMS (Suzuki Drive Mode Selector), which allows the rider to choose from three different engine settings depending on riding conditions or rider preference.

Hayabusa Mono Shock characteristics:

• Min. Retracted 12"
• Max. Extended 14"
• Rear Lift: 4” to 5”
• Shock Travel: 2”
• Diameter: 3 1/4"