Apart from the fact this platform is the starting point for many future Suzuki models to come, the other major talking point is the engine. No longer is Suzuki borrowing from decades-old engines of past models that have struck gold; the 776cc DOHC parallel-Twin in the 2023 Suzuki GSX-8S is all-new and aimed at riders “who desire more power than a 650cc engine can deliver.” Way to throw the SV650 under the bus…
Parallel-Twins are the popular orientation for two-cylinder engines these days as their compact nature frees up space for chassis design, and while some (myself included) aren’t fans of the typical parallel-Twin sound, this new engine uses a 270-degree firing order (like the Yamaha CP2 engines) for a V-Twin like sound and strong torque production. The spacing of the firing order also helps with linear power delivery the rider can feel at the right grip.
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