Meet the new Suzuki GSX 8TT, a modern motorcycle wrapped in retro café racer style. But is it just for looks—or a performance machine in disguise? The GSX 8TT pays tribute to the legendary GS1000 with a round headlight, compact fairing, and a retro silhouette—but it is all-new underneath.
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A powerful 776 cubic centimeter parallel-twin engine with 83 horsepower, ride-by-wire throttle, and a six-speed transmission brings this café racer to life.
With advanced electronics like traction control, selectable ride modes, and a five-inch TFT display, the 8TT is ready for everyday rides and spirited weekend blasts. Weighing 203 kilograms with an 810 millimeter seat height and a 16.5-liter tank, it is practical without losing its edge.
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The GSX-8TT utilizes Suzuki’s latest-generation 776cc parallel twin engine, known for its strong torque delivery and proven performance in the GSX-8S and GSX-8R. Paired with electronic rider aids such as Bi-directional Quick Shift system and traction control*, it offers modern technology in a rider-focused package that truly embodies the concept of “Retro Spirit, Next Generation Performance.”
