Suzuki Motor USA announced two new V-Strom 800 models. The 2024 Suzuki V-Strom 800 and 800 Touring models are based on the engine and chassis of the V-Strom 800DE, which was just introduced last year; however, the new models have a more street-oriented focus. Suzuki says the new bikes will appeal to riders looking for a “performance-minded yet versatile middleweight motorcycle with adventure in mind,” adding that they provide comfort and performance for commuting, sport or long-distance touring, and occasional dirt road use.

Like their slightly older siblings – as well as the Suzuki GSX-8S, also introduced last year – the Suzuki V-Strom 800 and 800 Touring feature the new-generation 776cc parallel-Twin with DOHC and a 270-degree crankshaft.

The new engine provides smooth and controllable power at low engine speeds as well as a free-revving rush of performance when needed. Both bikes also have throttle-by-wire, a bi-directional quickshifter, and the Suzuki Clutch Assist System (SCAS).

When we reviewed the 2023 Suzuki V-Strom 800DE in Sardinia, Italy, our reviewer wrote that “When a twist of the throttle requests more power, the engine responds with a torquey forward rush, and the Suzuki Cross Balancer system does a great job of quelling any excessive engine vibration.”

Related: 2023 Suzuki V-Strom 800DE | First Ride Review

The V-Strom 800 and 800 Touring have a backbone-style steel frame, steel sub-frame, and an aluminum swingarm. Suspension is provided by a new 43mm Showa SFF-BP (Separate Function Fork – Big Piston) inverted front fork offering 5.9 inches of travel and a gas-charged Showa rear shock with a remote, hand-operated hydraulic spring preload adjuster.

Stopping power comes from radially mounted Nissin 4-piston calipers grabbing twin 310mm stainless steel discs up front and single-piston caliper with a 260mm disc in the back. ABS is standard and offers two different levels of intervention, which are controlled through the Suzuki Intelligent Ride System (S.I.R.S.) along with the Drive Mode Selector and Traction Control System – both of which have three modes – and the Easy Start and Low RPM Assist systems. All of this is accessed through the same 5-inch color TFT LCD instrument panel as the 800DE.

New seven-spoke cast aluminum wheels are shod with a 19-inch front and a 17-inch rear tire. Dunlop’s D614F/D614 tubeless ADV tires were engineered exclusively for the V-Strom 800 and feature a new tread pattern and internal structure for optimal on-road operation plus the ability to explore unpaved roads.

The V-Strom 800 and 800 Touring have a more approachable 32.5-inch seat height than the 33.7-inch seat height on the 800DE. Additionally, a lower handlebar position than the 800DE and rubber-covered aluminum footpegs attached to cast aluminum brackets help provide increased comfort on longer rides.

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The V-Strom 800 Touring includes a 35-liter top case that can hold most full-face helmets and unlock from the motorcycle in seconds. Also, the 800 Touring has standard hand guards to shield the rider’s hands from the elements.

A variety of Genuine Suzuki Accessories are available for both bikes, including nylon and aluminum side cases, several top case options, engine guards, a centerstand, low- and high-profile seats, heated hand grips, fog lamps, and more.

The 2024 Suzuki V-Strom 800 comes in Metallic Matte Steel Green starting at $9,899, and the V-Strom 800 Touring, which will be available in Spring 2024, will come in Glass Sparkle Black starting at $10,499.

For more information, visit the Suzuki website.

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Suzuki Motor USA has announced a limited run of the distinctive Katana sportbike for the 2024 model year. The 2024 Suzuki Katana is available for U.S. buyers to reserve via special order through the Suzuki dealer of their choice through Oct. 20, 2023. Availability is limited, and reservations are accepted on a first come, first served basis. Along with the bike, owners will receive two years of complimentary service and a collectible 24×24-inch digital lithograph reproduction of renowned Japanese artist Makoto Endo’s Katana illustration originally featured in Cycle World magazine.

Named for the legendary sword of the Samurai, the original Suzuki Katana was unveiled at the Cologne motorcycle show in 1980 and was officially launched in 1981. The original logo, which is still used today, is a stylized combination of the Japanese characters for “katana” and “edge.”

The Katana 3.0 Concept debuted at the 2017 EICMA show in Milan, Italy, and based on the response, development began on the new bike, which arrived for 2020 and was built upon the GSX-R1000 engine and the GSX-S1000 chassis with a twin-spar, aluminum alloy frame and Superbike-type braced swingarm.

We tested the 2020 model at a launch in Kyoto, Japan, and our reviewer said the 999cc inline-Four delivered “crisp throttle response and linear thrust.”

Related: 2020 Suzuki Katana Review | First Ride

The 2024 Suzuki Katana still features the liquid-cooled inline-Four with DOHC, but Suzuki says the engine now has more peak power than that 2020 model, with strong torque in the low- to mid-range. New camshaft profiles and valve springs decrease lift and valve overlap to not only improve emissions but also balance the engine’s performance and drivability.

The Katana has a 6-speed gearbox, throttle-by-wire, the latest version of the Suzuki Clutch Assist System (SCAS), and a new bi-directional quickshifter. The bike also now has the Suzuki Intelligent Ride System (S.I.R.S.), which includes the three-mode Suzuki Drive Mode Selector – which can switch between Active, Basic, and Comfort modes on the fly – and the updated, five-mode Advanced Traction Control System (up from three modes on the 2020 mode), plus the Easy Start and Low RPM Assist systems.

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The Katana still has the twin-spar aluminum alloy frame and the aluminum alloy swingarm from the GSX-R1000 and connected to link-type rear suspension with a single shock absorber that features spring preload, seven-position rebound damping force adjustment, and 5.1 inches of travel. The 43mm inverted KYB fork is fully adjustable and offers 4.7 inches of travel. For a new visual touch, the fork tubes are gold-anodized, matching the gold-painted TRP six-spoke lightweight cast aluminum wheels, wrapped in Dunlop Roadsport 2 radial tires (120/70ZR17 at the front and 190/50ZR17 at the rear). Stopping power comes from dual 4-piston Brembo monoblock calipers biting 310mm discs up front and a single-piston Nissin caliper and 240mm rear disc, with standard ABS.

A variety of Genuine Suzuki Accessories are available, such as a meter visor (acts as a sport screen), billet clutch and brake levers, axle-spools, fuel tank and engine cover protectors, clip-on tank bags, plus a selection of Katana logo apparel.

The 2024 Suzuki Katana will come in Metallic Matte Stellar Blue bodywork starting at $13,879. For more information, Suzuki has set up a 2024 Katana microsite with the full list of features.

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Suzuki Motor USA has introduced its next group of 2024 sport, sport-touring, and adventure motorcycles, as well the return of a popular scooter.

Related: Suzuki Announces First Motorcycles in 2024 Lineup

Included in the announcement are the 2024 Suzuki GSX-S1000GT and GT+ sport-tourers; the 2024 GSX-R600, GSX-R1000, GSX-R1000R, and Hayabusa sportbikes; and the 2024 GSX-S1000 and GSX-8S naked sportbikes, the latter of which was introduced last year and is powered by Suzuki’s latest 776 cc parallel-Twin platform. In the adventure bike segment, Suzuki returns with the V-Strom 650 and 1050 range of motorcycles, and rounding out this on-road wave is the Burgman 400 Scooter.

Sport-Touring

2024 Suzuki GSX-S1000GT/GT+

The 2024 GSX-S1000GT combines the performance of its GSX-R1000-based engine with a nimble, lightweight chassis to provide riders with what Suzuki calls “an exciting and comfortable GT riding experience.” The GT and GT+ are grand tourers with sportbike-level functionality, avant-garde styling, and an extensive selection of optional equipment like integrated side cases.

Related: 2022 Motorcycle of the Year – Suzuki GSX-S1000GT+

The GSX-S1000GT has a pair of horizontally arranged LED headlights, a V-shaped position light, and side-mounted LED turn signals that fashion an appearance that is distinctively Suzuki. The GT’s styling continues into the optional side cases and touring windshield for a fully integrated appearance. 

For 2024, the GSX-S1000GT+ is presented in the new Candy Daring Red or the returning Glass Sparkle Black, both with unique GT logos that tie into subframe and wheel colors. MSRP is $14,199. The GSX-S1000GT returns in Glass Sparkle Black starting at $13,449.

Key Features

• Full fairing with dual mono-focus LED headlights and V-shaped LED position light. 
• 6.5-inch TFT panel featuring Suzuki’s mySPIN connectivity application that links to a smartphone to provide access to contacts, maps, music, and phone communication. It even pairs with most Bluetooth helmet communication systems.
• The 999cc GSX-R-based engine has reported impressive peak power with strong torque in the low- to mid-range and Ride-by-Wire. 
• Twin-spar aluminum frame, fully adjustable KYB suspension, and ABS-equipped Brembo monoblock brake calipers grasping dual 310mm stainless steel floating brake rotors.
• The Suzuki Clutch Assist System (SCAS), standard bi-directional quick shift system, and cruise control. 
• The Suzuki Intelligent Ride System (S.I.R.S.) includes the three-mode Suzuki ride mode selector, the five-mode Advanced Traction Control system, Quick Shift system, and the Easy Start and Low RPM Assist systems.

Sportbikes

2024 Suzuki GSX-R600

The GSX-R600 has a compact 599cc 4-cylinder engine, a fully adjustable Showa Big Piston Front Fork (BPF) and remote reservoir rear shock, and twin Brembo monoblock radially mounted front brake calipers grasping fully floating 310mm stainless steel brake rotors. Located between the frame’s spars, the engine’s top end is canted forward to improve cylinder head charging for increased power output. According to Suzuki: “For a rider considering a mid-size sportbike that flashes middleweight performance on the track or the street, there is only one choice: the Suzuki GSX-R600.”

Three paint schemes are available for the 2024 GSX-R600 starting at $11,899: Pearl Brilliant White/Metallic Matte Stellar Blue, Pearl Brilliant White/Metallic Triton Blue, or Metallic Matte Black No. 2/Glass Sparkle Black.

Key Features

• The twin-spar aluminum frame connects the steering head with the swingarm pivot portion of the chassis in a way that balances light weight and strength. The engine is suspended below the frame to keep mass low and the wheelbase short to promote nimble handling.
• The Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (S-DMS) lets the rider adjust the engine’s power delivery to suit the riding conditions. 

2024 Suzuki GSX-8S

Introduced for 2023, the 2024 Suzuki GSX-8S naked sporbike has a compact 776cc parallel-Twin that uses a 270-degree firing order and is equipped with Suzuki’s exclusive Cross Balancer system. Suzuki calls the GSX-8S “the ideal response to rider demands in the mid-size naked street bike category.”

Related: 2023 Suzuki GSX-8S | First Ride Review

A color 5-inch TFT LCD multifunction instrument panel provides the rider access and on-the-fly control over the Suzuki Intelligent Ride System (S.I.R.S.) suite of advanced electronic control systems that includes Suzuki Drive Mode Selector, the four-mode Suzuki Traction Control System, the bi-directional Quick Shift system, and Easy Start and Low RPM Assist systems.

Starting at $8,999, the 2024 Suzuki GSX-8S comes in Pearl Cosmic Blue, Metallic Matte Black No. 2/Glass Sparkle Black, or the new Glass Matte Mechanical Grey.

Key Features 

• Suzuki Clutch Assist System (SCAS), KYB suspension, and ABS-equipped Nissin radial-mounted 4-piston brake calipers with dual brake rotors
• A sporty yet ergonomically comfortable riding position

2024 Suzuki GSX-R1000 and R1000R

Suzuki introduced the original GSX-R750 in 1985 and then proceeded to gain multiple road racing championships around the world before creating another milestone in 2001 with the introduction of the GSX-R1000. 

Related: 2017 Suzuki GSX-R1000 | First Ride Review

At the pinnacle of the GSX-R family of ultra-high-performance sportbikes, the 2024 GSX-R1000R’s versatile engine provides power that is delivered smoothly and controllably across a broad rpm range. Like the original GSX-R1000, the 2024’s compact chassis delivers nimble handling with excellent suspension feel and braking control. Advanced electronic rider aids such as traction control, launch control, and a bi-directional quickshifter enhance the riding experience.

The GSX-R1000R is equipped with Showa’s BFF and BFRC-Lite suspension components. For stopping power up front, radially mounted Brembo monoblock 4-piston calipers fed by stainless steel brake lines grasp a pair of 320mm Brembo T-drive floating brake rotors.

The 2024 GSX-R1000R is available in a new Glass Matte Mechanical Gray paint scheme with dark red wheels or the popular Metallic Matte Black No. 2/Glass Sparkle Black scheme with new, bright blue graphics on the fairing and on the black wheels. Both paint schemes are accented by gold-anodized suspension components.

The GSX-R1000R is also available in 2024 in a race-inspired Pearl Brilliant White/Metallic Triton Blue paint scheme with bright blue wheels and blue-anodized suspension components. MSRP is $18,499.

The 2024 GSX-R1000 starts at $16,349 in a new Glass Matte Mechanical Gray paint scheme with dark red wheels or the popular Metallic Matte Black No. 2/Glass Sparkle Black scheme with new bright blue graphics on the fairing and on the black wheels. 

Key Features

• Inline-Four with DOHC and the Variable Valve Timing (VVT) system, as well as a 4-2-1 exhaust with a revised muffler and heat shield.
• Electronics include an IMU, adjustable traction control, the Suzuki bi-directional Quick Shift system, and Suzuki Drive Mode Selector, plus the GSX-R1000R–specific Motion Track Anti-Lock Brake and Launch Control systems.
• The GSX-R1000R–specific black background LCD multifunction instrument panel was inspired by the GSX-RR MotoGP dash.
• Fairing houses a bright LED headlight with eyebrow position lights above the Suzuki Ram Air Direct ducts that feed the engine’s electronic throttle bodies.

2024 Suzuki GSX-S1000

The 2024 GSX-S1000 naked sportbke has a 999cc engine based on the GSX-R1000 and produces claimed high peak power with strong torque in the low- to mid-range. The bike has upright streetfighter ergonomics, a twin-spar aluminum frame, and fully adjustable KYB suspension, while braking comes from ABS-equipped Brembo monoblock 4-piston calipers with dual 310mm floating discs in front and a Nissin 1-piston caliper squeezing a 240mm disc in the rear.

Related: 2022 Suzuki GSX-S1000 | Road Test Review

Two available body colors – Metallic Triton Blue with white accents or the new Metallic Matte Sword Silver with red accents – combine with modern logos for a starting MSRP of $11,699. 

Key Features

• A stacked mono-focus LED headlight assembly and angular styling that includes MotoGP-inspired winglets for an aggressive naked sportbike stance.
• Ride-by-Wire, Suzuki Clutch Assist System (SCAS), and bi-directional Quick Shift system.
• The GSX-S1000 uses the Suzuki Intelligent Ride System (S.I.R.S.) with a three-mode Suzuki Drive Mode Selector and the five-mode Advanced Traction Control System plus the Easy Start and Low RPM Assist systems.

2024 Suzuki Hayabusa

The 2024 version of Suzuki’s flagship sportbike celebrates its 25th anniversary of production this year. The Hayabusa is propelled by an 1,340cc inline-Four with DOHC and housed managed by the Suzuki Intelligent Ride System (S.I.R.S.) Suzuki says the engine’s adjustable power delivery, traction control, cruise control, launch control, quick shift, and Motion Track ABS and Combined Brake systems “offer the Hayabusa rider unmatched options on how they want their ride to unfold.”

Related: 2024 Suzuki Hayabusa 25th Anniversary Model | First Look Review

For 2024, in addition to the recently announced 25th Anniversary Hayabusa, riders may choose from Metallic Thunder Gray/Candy Daring Red or the deep, dark Metallic Matte Black/Glass Sparkle Black combination starting at $19,099. 

Key Features 

• Ride-by-Wire electronic throttle bodies with dual fuel injectors feeding each cylinder, mixing with pressurized air from the Suzuki Ram Air Direct (SRAD) intakes in the nose of the aerodynamic fairing. The symmetrical twin silencer exhaust system is lighter than previous generations with better flow and an exciting exhaust note.
• The Hayabusa’s superbike-caliber, twin-spar aluminum frame reportedly delivers a stable ride with nimble handling that can be personalized through the adjustable KYB-supplied suspension.
• The Hayabusa employs an advanced version of the Suzuki Intelligent Ride System (S.I.R.S.): a comprehensive collection of electronic rider aids like cruise control and bi-directional Quick Shift systems. Only the Hayabusa offers this premium suite of riding aids.

Adventure Bikes

2024 Suzuki V-Strom 650

Suzuki says its V-Strom 650 models are “renowned for versatility, reliability, and value.” The 2024 V-Strom 650 has a liquid-cooled 645cc 90-degree V-Twin and rides on lightweight 10-spoke cast wheels shod with adventure-spec Bridgestone Battlax 19-inch front and 17-inch rear tubeless radial tires.

The adventure bike has 6.7 inches of ground clearance, and a spring-preload-adjustable 43mm front fork and link-type rear suspension are combined with a rebound damping adjustment and hand-operated spring preload adjuster.

Related: 2017 Suzuki V-Strom 650 ABS | First Ride Review

The 2024 Suzuki V-Strom 650 comes in Solid Iron Gray starting at $9,199.

Key Features

• Suzuki’s Advanced Traction Control system, Easy Start system and Low RPM Assist feature.
• 2-piston brake calipers and dual 310mm discs up front and a single-piston caliper and 260mm disc in the rear, plus standard ABS.
• Vertically stacked headlights and adjustable windshield.

2024 Suzuki V-Strom 650XT and 650XT Adventure

The Suzuki V-Strom 650XT and 650XT Adventure feature the same liquid-cooled 645cc 90-degree V-Twin, suspension, and braking as the V-Strom 650 but take the off-road capability up a notch with anodized aluminum spoked wheels, hand guards, and a protective lower engine cowl. The V-Strom 650XT Adventure is equipped with Suzuki’s ADV-style 37-liter black aluminum side cases, as well as mirror extensions and a handlebar cross-brace that can be used to mount accessories like a GPS.

Related: 2018 Suzuki V-Strom 650XT vs V-Strom 1000XT | Comparison Review

The 2024 Suzuki V-STROM 650XT comes in Glass Sparkle Black bodywork with new gray and gold graphics to complement the gold-anodized aluminum rims starting at $9,699.

The V-STROM 650XT Adventure is clad with Pearl Vigor Blue/Pearl Brilliant White paint with blue graphics and blue-anodized aluminum rims starting at $10,899.

Key Features

• Suzuki’s Advanced Traction Control system, Easy Start system, and Low RPM Assist feature.
• ADV fairing with vertically stacked headlights and adjustable windshield.
• Integrated mount points on the chassis for Suzuki’s accessory family of V-Strom luggage. 

2024 Suzuki V-Strom 1050

The 2024 V-Strom 1050 adventure-touring bike has a 1,037cc V-Twin that Suzuki says produces “great horsepower, all while retaining its strong pull in the lower-rpm range and good fuel economy.” It has 6.5 inches of clearance and rides on cast aluminum wheels shod with a 19-inch front and 17-inch rear Bridgestone Battlax Adventure A41 radial tires.

The Suzuki Intelligent Ride System (S.I.R.S.) includes standard cruise control, Suzuki’s bi-directional Quick Shift system, and the Motion Track Brake system that activates cornering ABS. A full-color 5-inch TFT LCD multi-function instrument panel displays the bike’s operating status and S.I.R.S. settings.

The 2024 Suzuki V-Strom 1050 will be available in a new Glass Blaze Orange and Metallic Matte Black No. 2 paint scheme starting at $15,299. 

Key Features

• Fully adjustable inverted fork, link-style rear shock, and hand-operated, hydraulic spring preload adjuster.
• Radially-mounted 4-piston brake calipers grasping dual 310mm discs up front and a 2-piston caliper and 260mm disc in the rear.
• A USB port to the side of the instrument panel supplies power for smartphones or other accessories like a GPS.

2024 Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE and 1050DE Adventure

The 2024 V-Strom 1050DE models also have a 1,037cc V-Twin engine but ride in a chassis with 7.5 inches of ground clearance and 21-inch front and 17-inch rear spoke-style wheels with Dunlop Trailmax Mixtour adventure tires. Compared to the base V-STROM 1050, the DE has a longer rake and wheelbase for better handling on gravel roads and dirt trails, a longer suspension stroke to better absorb bumps on rough surfaces, as well as wide steel foot pegs and a large diameter tapered aluminum handlebar. 

A 5-inch color TFT LCD multi-function instrument panel displays the Suzuki Intelligent Ride System (S.I.R.S.) settings that include a Gravel (G) mode in the Suzuki Traction Control System and the ability to switch off the rear ABS, as well as the bi-directional Quick Shift system. The V-STROM 1050DE further emphasizes the aggressive look of its Suzuki Dakar-inspired styling with its unique front fender, aluminum engine protector, and rugged accessory bar.

The V-Strom 1050DE Adventure is equipped with Suzuki’s black aluminum side case set with 37 liters of capacity and an LED fog lamp set. The V-Strom 1050DE Adventure is available in Pearl Vigor Blue and Pearl Brilliant White body colors starting at $17,799. 

The V-Strom 1050DE comes in Glass Sparkle Black/Metallic Matte Black starting at $16,199.

Key Features

• Fully adjustable inverted fork with 6.7 inches of travel, link-style monoshock with 6.6 inches of travel, 4-piston brake calipers that grasp dual 310mm discs in front, and a single-piston caliper and 260mm disc in the rear.
• USB port to the side of the instrument panel supplies power for smartphones or other accessories like a GPS.

Scooter

2024 Suzuki Burgman 400

The 2024 Suzuki Burgman 400 features a 400cc Single with DOHC and four valves powering a CVT automatic transmission. It has Suzuki’s dual-spark technology ignition system, and like the systems used on Suzuki’s Hayabusa and GSX-S1000GT, the Burgman features a rider-selectable Traction Control system and Suzuki’s Easy Start system.

The 2024 Suzuki Burgman 400 comes in a Metallic Matte Sword Silver paint scheme with blue wheels for $8,699.

Key Features  

• Spacious under-seat storage and two front compartments with a DC power outlet.
• Triple-disc brakes (two 260mm discs up front and a single 210mm disc in the rear) with standard Suzuki ABS.

For more information on these 2024 models, visit the Suzuki website.

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This 2024 motorcycle buyers guide highlights new or significantly updated street-legal models available in the U.S. As with previous buyers guides, we will also include 2025 teasers as soon as manufacturers let us know about them. We will continually update this guide as new models are available, so be sure to bookmark this page and check back often.

Related Story: 2023 Motorcycle Buyers Guide: New Street Models

Organized in alphabetical order by manufacturer, our guide includes photos, pricing, key update info, and links to first looks or – when available – Rider‘s first rides, road tests, and video reviews of the motorcycles.

2024 Aprilia RS 457

The all-new 2024 Aprilia RS 457 is inspired by the RS 660 and features a liquid-cooled parallel-Twin. The engine is presumably 457cc, but specifics have yet to be released by the company; however, Aprilia is claiming the DOHC, 4-valves-per-cylinder engine cranks out 47 hp and has a dry weight of 350 lb.

The Aprilia RS 457 is equipped with throttle-by-wire, three ride modes, and a 41mm fork with 4.7 inches of travel and a rear shock with 5.1 inches of travel. Stopping power comes from a single radial-mount 4-piston caliper pinching a 320mm disc up front and a 1-piston caliper pinching a 220mm disc out back and standard dual-mode ABS. An up/down quickshifter is available as an accessory.

Aprilia has not yet released color options, pricing, or availability in the U.S.

Read our 2024 Aprilia RS 457 First Look Review  

2024 BMW CE 02

Aimed at a younger generation of city dwellers, the 2024 BMW CE 02 is somewhere in between an electric bike and an electric scooter. The BMW CE 02 comes in two variations: an 11 kW (15 hp) version and a 4kW (5 hp) version aimed to meet requirements for the AM driving license class open to younger riders in Germany and other European countries. The CE 02 comes standard with an external charger and a charging power of 0.9 kW, and it can be charged using standard household sockets. It has two ride modes, an inverted telescopic fork with 4.6 inches of travel up front, and a single-sided swingarm and an adjustable shock absorber with 2.2 inches of travel in the rear. 

The 2024 BMW CE 02 is available in Cosmic Black for $7,599. The Highline options package, which includes the Cosmic Black 2 colorway with teal and white accents and graphics, costs an additional $875. 

Read our 2024 BMW CE 02 First Look Review 

2024 BMW F 900 GS & GS Adventure

The 2024 BMW F 900 GS and GS Adventure bikes feature the parallel-Twin introduced in 2018 for the F 850 GS, but it has been bumped up from 853cc to 895cc, features a 270/450 degree firing interval, and makes a claimed 105 hp. The updated GS models offer Rain and Road ride modes as standard – along with Dynamic Traction Control DTC, cornering-optimized ABS Pro, and the dynamic brake light – and the optional “Pro” ride modes.

The bikes come with an adjustable gearshift lever as standard, and the F 900 GS features a new foot brake lever in a higher position than its F 850 GS predecessor, as well as lower footpegs and a higher handlebar. Through various redesigns, the F 900 GS is also nearly 19 pounds lighter than its predecessor.

Specific colors and pricing for the U.S. models has not been released.

Read our 2024 BMW F 900 GS / GS Adventure and F 800 GS First Look Review

2024 BMW M 1000 XR

At the beginning of June, BMW released limited details on the on the newest model in its “M” lineup: the 2024 BMW M 1000 XR. Powered by the 999cc inline-Four engine from the S 1000 RR with BMW ShiftCam technology for varying the timing and valve lift, the M 1000 XR makes a claimed 200 hp and a top speed of around 174 mph. It shares the M brakes of the M 1000 RR and M 1000 R, as well as the M winglets, which create downforce for greater stability and reduced front wheel lift. Further information on the M 1000 XR is expected in the second half of 2023. 

Read our 2024 BMW M 1000 XR Prototype First Look Review

2024 BMW R 12 nineT

The 2024 BMW R 12 nineT is the successor to the R nineT and shares many similarities with the R nineT platform but features updates and a more classic design. The bike has the same air/oil-cooled 2-cylinder 1,170cc boxer engine as the previous R nineT but with a more classic appearance than its predecessor, particularly with the tank shape, seat, and side covers. BMW claims the classic look and modular design also lends more freedom for individualization. The bike will also have a redesigned exhaust system, intake system, and front fender. More details about the BMW R 12 nineT, including price and specifications, are expected in the second half of 2023.

Read our 2024 BMW R 12 nineT First Look Review here.

2024 BMW R 1300 GS

The 2024 BMW R 1300 GS is a rebranding of the company’s top-selling model as a result of a displacement increase from 1,254cc to 1,300cc. The bike still features the signature opposed “boxer” Twin, but it now makes a claimed 145 hp and 110 lb-ft of torque, up from 136 hp and 105 lb-ft on the R 1250 GS. The R 1300 GS is also 26 lb lighter than its predecessor.

Other changes include the relocation of the 6-speed gearbox under the engine, as well as a revision of the entire chassis. The former tubular-steel bridge main frame has been replaced by a new steel sheet metal main frame, and in place of the tubular-steel subframe is a die-cast aluminum unit. Suspension consists of the new front Evo Telelever and rear Evo Paralever, and the optional Dynamic ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment) has been updated as well.

In terms of styling, the 2024 BMW R 1300 GS has replaced the signature asymmetrical headlight with a new centralized LED headlight surrounded by an X-shaped matrix of four LED running lights, and it has a sharper beak, a flatter tank, and a slimmer tailsection. The bike has three wheel options, all in 19×3.0-inch front and 17×4.5-inch rear sizes. In addition to the standard R 1300 GS model, several variants will be available starting at $18,895.

Read our 2024 BMW R 1300 GS First Look Review

2024 BMW R 18 Roctane

The 2024 BMW R 18 Roctane is the fifth member of the R 18 family. It features the same 1,802cc “Big Boxer” opposed Twin as its siblings as well as the same braking and suspension systems, with 4-piston calipers biting dual 300mm discs up front and a single 300mm disc in the rear and a 49mm telescopic fork and central rear shock with travel-dependent damping, adjustable spring preload, and 4.7/3.5 inches of travel front/rear.

The Roctane sets itself apart from the other R 18s with a blacked-out engine and drivetrain, a Dark Chrome exhaust, a black midrise handlebar, the instrument cluster incorporated into the top of the metal headlight nacelle, and a larger 21-inch front wheel, as well as other varying dimensions.

The 2024 BMW R 18 Roctane will come in Black Storm Metallic, Mineral Grey Metallic Matte, and Manhattan Metallic Matte starting at $18,695.

Read our 2024 BMW R 18 Roctane First Ride Review

2024 Can-Am Origin

At the annual Club BRP event in August 2022, Can-Am unveiled two all-new, all-electric motorcycles – the Origin dual-sport and the Pulse roadster (below). Detailed specs won’t be provided until mid-2023 (at Can-Am’s 50th anniversary celebration), but both will be powered by BRP’s all-new, proprietary Rotax E-Power technology, said to provide “highway-worthy speeds with plenty of horsepower and torque.”

The Can-Am Origin has rally-style bodywork, fork guards, and spoked wheels, in diameters that appear to be 21 inches in front and 18 inches out back, common sizes for off-road tires. The final drive is enclosed, and Can-Am reps would not reveal whether power is sent to the rear wheel via chain (used on nearly all dual-sports) or belt (used on many production electric bikes).

Read our Can-Am Origin and Pulse First Look Review

2024 Can-Am Pulse

The Can-Am Pulse has the muscular stance of a streetfighter, with racy-looking cast wheels shod with sportbike rubber and a sculpted “tank” that keeps the bike’s profile in line with conventional gas-powered motorcycles. The Origin dual-sport (above) and Pulse roadster share key design elements: distinctive LED headlights, large TFT displays, edgy white and gray bodywork, a bright yellow panel covering their battery packs, inverted forks, single-sided swingarms, single-disc brakes front and rear, and solo seats. Rear cowls may cover pillion seats; passenger footpegs are not visible on either machine, but production versions will likely have passenger accommodations.

Read our Can-Am Origin and Pulse First Look Review

2024 Can-Am Spyder F3 and RT

At the 2023 Club BRP event, the parent company of Can-Am announced that all new Can-Am Spyder F3 and RT models will be equipped with a new 10.25-inch color touchscreen with Apple CarPlay. All F3 models will also receive updated LED headlights, with specific F3 models receiving other styling and color updates. The Spyder RT Sea-to-Sky, Can-Am’s top-of-the-line luxury touring model, will also receive updates to its color scheme.

Read our 2024 Can-Am Spyder F3 and RT First Look Review

2024 CFMOTO 450NK

The 2024 CFMOTO 450NK naked sportbike joins the previously released 450SS and features the same liquid-cooled 449cc parallel-Twin with DOHC and 4 valves per cylinder and a 270 crank, all working together for a claimed 50 hp at 9,500 rpm and 28.8 lb-ft of torque at 7,600 rpm and mated to a 6-speed gearbox and slip/assist clutch. Both bikes also share the same suspension and braking specs (although the 450NK uses J.Juan components). Compared to its stablemate, the 450NK comes in with a slightly longer wheelbase (53.9 inches), a slightly higher seat height (31.3 inches), and at a trim 364 lb, it’s 6 pounds lighter than the SS.

The 2024 CFMOTO 450NK comes in Nebula White and Zephyr Blue starting at $5,399.

Related: 2024 CFMOTO 800NK, 450NK, and Papio CL/SS Announced

2024 CFMOTO 800NK

Another new naked sportbike in the CFMOTO lineup, the 2024 CFMOTO 800NK is built on the same platform as the CFMOTO Ibex 800 T and Ibex 800 S, with a liquid-cooled 799cc parallel-Twin with DOHC and 4 valves per cylinder that makes a claimed 100 hp at 9,500 rpm and 60 lb-ft of torque at 8,000 rpm. All three models have a 6-speed gearbox, throttle-by-wire, and a slip/assist clutch, but the 800NK adds a Street ride mode in addition to the Sport and Rain modes found on the Ibex 800 models.

The 800NK has fully adjustable KYB suspension and the same J.Juan components as its stablemates, with radial-mount 4-piston calipers biting dual 320mm discs up front and a 2-piston floating caliper pinching a single 260mm disc in the rear. ABS is standard. Seat height is 31.5 inches, and with a 4-gal. fuel tank, the bike comes in with a curb weight of 417 lb.

The 2024 CFMOTO 800NK will come in Nebula Black or Zircon White starting at $8,499.

Related: 2024 CFMOTO 800NK, 450NK, and Papio CL/SS Announced

2024 CFMOTO Papio CL and Papio SS

Formerly just the one model, the 2024 CFMOTO Papio CL and Papio SS are designed to appeal to different types of buyers. CFMOTO says the CL has “scrambler roots” and is more geared toward playing the dirt, while the SS has a retro racing look. Both bikes feature an air-cooled fuel-injected 126cc Single making 9.4 hp, but the peak comes a little sooner than the 2023 model (8,250 rpm vs. 8,500), and the torque is slightly higher at 6.8 lb-ft compared to 6.5 lb-ft on the 2023 model. The engine is mated to a 6-speed gearbox, which is a unique feature in this segment.

Both bikes ride on the same suspension and braking as their predecessor, and they both ride on 12-inch three-spoke aluminum alloy wheels, with the CL tires sporting a more chunky tread pattern than the SS. The CL also has a higher handlebar and lower footpegs to suit its purpose, while the SS has clip-on handlebars, a quarter fairing, and a lower belly pan.

The 2024 Papio CL comes in Nebula Black or Galaxy Grey starting at $3,299, and the Papio SS comes in Magma Red, Nebula White, or Moss Green, also at $3,299.

Related: 2024 CFMOTO 800NK, 450NK, and Papio CL/SS Announced

2024 Honda ADV160

The 2024 Honda ADV160 touts a new, larger-displacement liquid-cooled 157cc single-cylinder engine designed to improve performance and reduce emissions. It has Showa suspension front and back, a front disc brake with ABS, and a rear drum brake. Also incorporated are updates that Honda says are aimed at boosting comfort and convenience. The 2024 Honda ADV160 will be available in July and will come in Red Metallic or Pearl Smoky Gray starting at $4,499. 

 Related: Honda Announces All-New 2023 Honda SCL500, Updated 2024 Models

2024 Honda Shadow Phantom and Shadow Aero

The 2024 Honda Shadow Phantom still features the liquid-cooled 745cc 52-degree V-Twin, 5-speed transmission, and shaft final drive but sees several updates to styling, both in form and function. A rear disc brake replaces the previous drum brake, front travel has increased from 4.6 inches to 5.1 inches, the seat height dropped slightly, and Honda shaved 6 pounds off the curb weight for a total of 543 lb. There is also a new ABS version of the bike.

The 2024 Honda Shadow Phantom comes in Deep Pearl Gray Metallic or Orange Metallic starting at $8,399 for the non-ABS version (not available in California) or the $8,699 for the ABS version.

Read our 2024 Honda Shadow Phantom First Ride Review

The 2024 Honda Shadow Aero shares the same engine, drive train, braking, and rear suspension and travel, with front travel stretched out another four-tenths of an inch, which is also the bump in seat height, as well as a slightly smaller tank and an overall curb weight of 560 lb.

On the 2024 Honda Shadow Aero, Black has replaced the Ultra Blue Metallic colorway, starting at $7,949 for the non-ABS version (not available in California) or $8,249 for the ABS version.  

Related: Honda Announces All-New 2023 Honda SCL500, Updated 2024 Models

2024 Honda XL750 Transalp

After a brief two-year run in the U.S. in the late ’80s, the middleweight adventure bike that has remained popular in Europe for nearly 40 years has returned to the U.S. market. The 2024 Honda XL750 Transalp features a new liquid-cooled 745cc parallel-Twin with Honda’s Unicam design, 4 valves per cylinder, and 270-degree crank. It has a 6-speed gearbox, throttle-by-wire, a slip/assist clutch, and a standard quickshifter. The bike comes with five ride modes – Sport, Standard, Rain, Gravel, and rider-customizable – as well as Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC). Suspension is largely the same as the original model, but for stopping power, the rear drum has been replaced by a disc, and there are now two discs up front instead of just one. ABS is standard and can be turned off at the rear wheel.

The 2024 Honda XL750 Transalp will be available in October in Matte Black Metallic starting at $9,999.

Read our 2024 Honda XL750 Transalp First Look Review

2024 Kawasaki Eliminator and Eliminator SE

Harkening back to the ZL900 Eliminator introduced in 1985, the 2024 Kawasaki Eliminator returns to its sportbike-powered roots, with a liquid-cooled 451cc parallel-Twin engine adapted from the Ninja 400. A 6.8mm longer stroke helps create strong low-end torque. The engine is mated to a 6-speed gearbox and a slip/assist clutch. The bike has a 41mm telescopic front fork and dual rear shocks, providing 4.7/3.5 inches of travel front/rear, and stopping power comes from a 2-piston caliper clamping on a 310mm semi-floating petal front brake disc and 220mm petal disc in the rear.

Several aspects of the Eliminator’s styling pay homage to its namesake, including the taillight, a tail cowl with its own added design twist, and a round headlight, now with a modern LED lamp with dual high/low beam chambers and position lamps. 

Kawasaki is also offering the 2024 Kawasaki Eliminator SE, which adds several features to the standard model, including ABS, a headlight cowl reminiscent of those found on the original Eliminator SE models, a USB-C outlet, and a seat featuring dual-pattern seat leather and stitching along the top edge. 

The Eliminator comes in Pearl Robotic White or Pearl Storm Gray for $6,649, and the Eliminator SE ABS comes in Candy Steel Furnace Orange/Ebony for $7,249.

Read our 2024 Kawasaki Eliminator First Ride Review

2024 Kawasaki KLX300 and KLX300SM

Both the 2024 Kawasaki KLX300 dual-sport and the 2024 Kawasaki KLX300SM supermoto are powered by a 292cc DOHC liquid-cooled four-valve fuel-injected Single borrowed from the KLX300R off-road bike.

The KLX300 is the more off-road capable of the two models and features a 21-inch front wheel and 18-inch rear wheel with Dunlop dual-purpose tires. The bike has 10 inches of travel up front and 9.1 inches in the rear. From a style perspective, the KLX300 gets a newly designed front cowl and front fender, a new LED headlight, and an LED taillight tucked into the rear fender. Kawasaki also gave the KLX300 a two-toned seat cover for 2024. 

The road-oriented KLX300SM differs from its stablemate in 17-inch front and rear wheels, a 300mm front brake disc, and a shorter seat height of 33.9 inches, among other features. Updates to the Kawasaki KLX300SM are similar to those of the KLX300, included updated fenders, the compact LED headlight, and a new taillight. The KLX300SM also receives the two-toned seat.

The 2024 Kawasaki KLX300 will be available in Lime Green and Battle Gray for $6,199, and the Cypher Camo Gray colorway will cost $6,399. The 2024 Kawasaki KLX300SM will be available in Battle Gray and Phantom Blue for $6,599. 

Read our 2024 Kawasaki KLX300 and KLX300SM First Look Review

2024 Kawasaki Ninja e-1 ABS and Z e-1 ABS

The 2024 Kawasaki Ninja e-1 ABS and Z e-1 ABS are powered by a 5.0kW electric motor, which generates a claimed 29.7 lb-ft of torque and a top speed of 55 mph. They come with two lithium-ion battery packs with a range of 41 miles and a 0-100% charge time of 3.7 hours. Both bikes have a 41mm fork, a Uni-Trak shock with adjustable spring preload, and single 290mm discs with dual-piston calipers front and rear. The Ninja e-1 weighs in at 308.7 lb, and the Z e-1 weighs 297.7 lb.

Both bikes come in a Metallic Bright Silver / Metallic Matte Lime Green / Ebony colorway. The 2024 Kawasaki Ninja e-1 ABS has an MSRP of $7,599, while the 2024 Kawasaki Z e-1 ABS is priced at $7,299.

Related: Kawasaki Announces Ninja e-1 ABS and Z e-1 ABS Electric Motorcycles, Other Updated Models

2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R

The 2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R supersport has a 636cc liquid-cooled inline 4-cylinder with DOHC with revised cam profiles for better low-rpm performance and cleaner emissions and a reshaped intake funnel for a claimed increase in low-to-mid rpm performance. 

Kawasaki also upgraded the dual 310mm front discs and single 220mm rear disc, replacing the previous petal-style rotors with round discs. Also new are the Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tires. The ABS unit has been updated for better control, and new ride modes have been added, including Sport, Road, and Rain, along with a customizable Rider mode in which each system can be set independently. 

The bike also has a new 4.3-inch full-color TFT display with smartphone connectivity, as well as new styling inspired by the Ninja ZX-10R. The Ninja ZX-6R is available in three color schemes – Metallic Flat Spark Black/Ebony, Pearl Robotic White/Metallic Graphite Gray, and the KRT Edition in Lime Green/Ebony – for $11,299 ($12,299 with ABS). 

Read our 2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R First Ride Review

2024 Kawasaki Z650RS ABS

The 2024 Kawasaki Z650RS ABS returns with a 649cc parallel-Twin, a slip/assist clutch, a trellis frame, a telescopic front fork, a horizontal back-link rear shock, and standard ABS; however, the 2024 model has been updated with the addition of three-mode Kawasaki TRaction Control (KTRC).

The 2024 Kawasaki Z650RS ABS is available in Ebony / Metallic Matte Carbon Grey for $9,599.

Related: Kawasaki Announces Ninja e-1 ABS and Z e-1 ABS Electric Motorcycles, Other Updated Models

2024 KTM 890 Adventure R Rally

Based on the 890 Adventure R, the 2024 KTM 890 Adventure R Rally has the same 889cc LC8c parallel-Twin that made 90 hp at 8,200 rpm and 62 lb-ft of torque at 6,200 rpm at the rear wheel when we last tested it in 2021. Suspension is the biggest upgrade on the bike. It’s equipped with a fully adjustable WP Xplor Pro components offering 10.6 inches of travel front and rear, which is 1.2 inches more than the standard 890 Adventure R. The Rally has Motorcycle Traction Control, ABS with Road and Offroad modes, and three standard ride modes – Street, Offroad, and Rain – and the Tech Pack adds even more bells and whistles.

Graphics on the 2024 KTM 890 Adventure R Rally are inspired by KTM’s Factory Racing team, and it comes with a dedicated rally seat and rally footpegs, as well as extra protection. Only 700 bikes will be available worldwide at a starting price of $21,499. KTM will begin taking preorders on Sept. 20, 2023.

Read our 2024 KTM 890 Adventure R Rally First Look Review

2024 Moto Guzzi V7 Stone Corsa

The 2024 Moto Guzzi V7 Stone Corsa marks a return to the V7’s classic sportiness with modern amenities. It features an air-cooled 853cc 90-degree “flying” V-Twin with 2 valves per cylinder that makes a claimed 65 hp at 6,800 rpm and 54 lb-ft of torque at 5,000 rpm. It has a nonadjustable 40mm fork, dual preload-adjustable shocks, and has Brembo brakes, with a 4-piston caliper squeezing a 320mm disc in front and a 2-piston caliper squeezing a 260mm disc out back.

In addition to the flowing lines of the two-tone livery, the equipment package further elevates the V7 Stone Corsa’s aesthetics and performance, with bar-end mirrors, a black anodized billet aluminum fuel cap, and a distinctive plate on the handlebar clamp denoting the Corsa’s special status. The fork gaiters found on the standard V7 Stone have been removed to give the V7 Stone Corsa a sleeker appearance.

The 2024 Moto Guzzi V7 Stone Corsa will retail for $9,690.

Read our 2024 Moto Guzzi V7 Stone Corsa First Look Review

2024 Suzuki Hayabusa 25th Anniversary Model

The 2024 Suzuki Hayabusa returns with the liquid-cooled 1,340cc transverse inline-Four with DOHC and four valves per cylinder mated to a 6-speed gearbox, ride-by-wire, the Suzuki Intelligent Ride System with electronic rider aids, including cruise control and the three-mode bidirectional quickshifter system, and three preset and three customizable ride modes, among a host of other features. It has KYB suspension and Brembo Stylema and Nissin brake components, and ABS is standard.

Specific to the 25th Anniversary Model are 25th-anniversary emblems and logos and raised Suzuki logos, as well as other styling and design choices specific to this model. The 25th Anniversary Model Hayabusa comes in the Glass Blaze Orange & Glass Sparkle Black color combination reminiscent of one of the most popular Gen II model’s color palettes, also set off with special V-shaped red graphic. The 25th Anniversary Hayabusa will be arriving at dealerships late summer. Pricing has not yet been announced.

Read our 2024 Suzuki Hayabusa 25th Anniversary Model First Look Review

2024 Suzuki V-Strom 800, 800 Touring

The 2024 Suzuki V-Strom 800 and 800 Touring models are based on the engine and chassis of the V-Strom 800DE, which was just introduced last year; however, the new models have a more street-oriented focus. Both news bikes feature the new-generation 776cc parallel-Twin with DOHC and a a 270-degree crankshaft, throttle-by-wire, a bi-directional quickshifter, and the Suzuki Clutch Assist System (SCAS). Suspension is provided by a new 43mm Showa SFF-BP (Separate Function Fork – Big Piston) inverted front fork and a gas-charged Showa rear shock with a remote, hand-operated hydraulic spring preload adjuster.

Stopping power has been upped over the 2023 V-Strom 800DE, still with dual 310mm front discs but with 4-piston calipers instead of 2-piston. ABS is standard, with two levels of interventions, as is Drive Mode Selector and Traction Control System – both of which have three modes – and the Easy Start and Low RPM Assist systems. Both new models have a lower seat height and handlebar position than the 800DE. The V-Strom 800 Touring includes a 35-liter top case and standard hand guards.

The 2024 Suzuki V-Strom 800 comes in Metallic Matte Steel Green starting at $9,899, and the V-Strom 800 Touring, which will be available in Spring 2024, will come in Glass Sparkle Black starting at $10,499.

Read our 2024 Suzuki V-Strom 800, 800 Touring First Look Review

2024 Triumph Scrambler 400 X

The all-new 2024 Triumph Scrambler 400 X will feature Triumph’s new single-cylinder, 4-valve, liquid-cooled engine making a claimed 39.5 hp at 8,000 rpm and 27.7 lb-ft of torque at 6,500 rpm and mated to a 6-speed gearbox, a slip/assist clutch, and chain final drive. The Scrambler 400 X also has throttle-by-wire, switchable traction control, and switchable Bosch dual-channel ABS.

The Scrambler 400 X features a 55.8-inch wheelbase, 5.9 inches of travel suspension front and rear, a 19-inch front wheel, and a wide handlebar to provide greater stability and control when riding on loose surfaces, as well as scrambler-style protection for both the bike and the rider.

The Scrambler 400 X is available in three two-tone color schemes, each featuring Triumph’s distinctive Scrambler tank stripe and triangle badge: Matte Khaki Green and Fusion White, Carnival Red and Phantom Black, and Phantom Black and Silver Ice options. Pricing has not yet been announced.

Read our 2024 Triumph Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X First Look Review

2024 Triumph Scrambler 1200 X and XE

The 2024 Triumph Scrambler 1200 X and XE feature the same liquid-cooled 1,200cc parallel-Twin with SOHC and a 270-degree crankshaft as the previous 1200 XC and XE; however, the X is replacing the outgoing XC as a more accessible model than its predecessor, and the XE has been updated to be more off-road ready.

Triumph says the peak power and torque now arrive slightly earlier in the rev range than previous models, and a new single 50mm throttle body and revised exhaust headers deliver improved flow and a broader spread of torque through the upper rev range. For suspension, Triumph has moved away from the Showa and Öhlins suspension and is now using Marzocchi components on both bikes, which offers 6.7 inches of travel front and back on the X and 9.8 inches on the XE. Reduced travel on the X has allowed for a lower seat height, which Triumph says was a common request from customers and is now 32.3 inches – or 31.3 inches with the accessory low seat.

Both bikes have side-laced stainless steel wire-spoked wheels (21 inches in front, 17 in the rear) with aluminum rims shod with tubeless Metzeler tires – road-focused, dual-purpose Karoo Street on the X and Metzeler Tourance on the XE – and other chassis differences on the SE make it more suitable for off-road use.

Both bikes are expected to arrive at dealers in February 2024. The 2024 Triumph Scrambler 1200 X will be available in Carnival Red, Ash Grey, or Sapphire Black starting at $13,595. The Scrambler 1200 XE will be available in Phantom Black & Storm Grey, which features red accents, the new Baja Orange & Phantom Black, or the popular Sapphire Black starting at $15,295.

Read our 2024 Triumph Scrambler 1200 X and XE First Look Review

2024 Triumph Speed 400

Similar to its Scrambler 400 X stablemate (above), the 2024 Triumph Speed 400 features the new single-cylinder, 4-valve, liquid-cooled engine making a claimed 39.5 hp at 8,000 rpm and 27.7 lb-ft of torque at 6,500 rpm and mated to a 6-speed gearbox, a slip/assist clutch, and chain final drive. The Speed 400 also has throttle-by-wire, switchable traction control, and Bosch dual-channel ABS (which can be switched off on the Scrambler 400 X).

The Speed 400 has an accessible seat height of 31 inches, a 43mm inverted fork offering 5.5 inches of travel, a monoshock rear suspension unit giving 5.1 inches of travel, and lightweight 17-inch wheels. Stopping power comes from a 4-piston radial front brake caliper with a 300mm front disc and braided lines and a floating caliper and 230mm disc in the rear.  

The 2024 Triumph Speed 400 will be offered with three two-tone paint schemes – Carnival Red, Caspian Blue, and Phantom Black – each featuring a prominent Triumph tank graphic. Pricing has not yet been announced.

Read our 2024 Triumph Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X First Look Review

2024 Triumph Street Triple 765 Range

The 2024 Triumph Street Triple 765 range includes the Street Triple 765 R, Street Triple 765 RS, and limited-run Moto2 Edition, which Triumph says is “the closest you can get to a Moto2 race bike for the road.”

All three models will still feature a liquid-cooled 765cc inline-Triple, which was bumped up from 675cc with the 2017 Street Triple lineup, but Triumph says engine upgrades derived directly from the Moto2 race engine program have resulted in a significant step up in performance in the range. The engine on the Street Triple R now makes a claimed 118 hp and 59 lb-ft of torque at 9,500 rpm. The Street Triple RS and Moto2 take it up another notch, making 128 hp. Other updates include new technology, high specification components, an updated chassis, and more.

The Street Triple 765 R will start at $9,995 and be available in two colorways: Silver Ice with Storm Grey and Yellow graphics or Crystal White with Storm Grey and Lithium Flame graphics. The Street Triple 765 RS will start at $12,595 and have three schemes: Silver Ice with Baja Orange and Storm Grey graphics, Carnival Red with Carbon Black and Aluminum Silver graphics, or Cosmic Yellow with Carbon Black and Aluminum Silver graphics. Finally, the Moto2 Edition will start at $15,395 and comes in two race-derived liveries: Triumph Racing Yellow with an Aluminum Silver rear sub-frame or Crystal White with Triumph Racing Yellow rear subframe. The official Moto2 branding will appear on the tank, wheel, tail unit, and silencer.

Read our 2024 Triumph Street Triple 765 R/RS First Ride Review

2024 Yamaha Ténéré 700

The 2024 Yamaha Ténéré 700 returns with a liquid-cooled 689cc inline-Twin derived from the MT-07 naked sportbike that features Yamaha’s “Crossplane Crankshaft Concept” 270-degree crank. It rides on fully-adjustable suspension with 8.3 inches of travel up front and 7.9 inches in the rear. It has a 34.4-inch seat height, 9.4 inches of ground clearance, and a wet weight of 452 lb.

For stopping power, the Ténéré 700 still has dual 282mm discs up front and a single 245mm disc in the rear, but a new feature for 2024 is the addition of a new ABS mode. Instead of the previous model’s on/off ABS selection, the new model now features three-mode selectable ABS allowing riders to choose their preferred level of braking intervention. Other updates include a new 5-inch color TFT display, new front and rear LED turnsignals, and prewiring for the installation of Yamaha’s accessory Quick Shifter.

The 2024 Yamaha Ténéré 700 will be available in either Team Yamaha Blue arriving to dealers in September 2023 or Shadow Gray arriving to dealers in October 2023 for $10,799 MSRP.

Related: Yamaha Announces Updated Ténéré 700, Other Returning 2024 Models

2024 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+

The 2024 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ features a liquid-cooled, crossplane-crankshaft 890cc CP3 inline-Triple. When we tested the 2021 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT, it produced 108 hp at 10,000 rpm and 63 lb-ft of torque at the rear wheel on Jett Tuning’s dyno. Four integrated ride modes – Sport, Street, Rain, and Custom – have unique throttle-response maps and level presets for TCS, SCS, LIF, and semi-active suspension.

Topping the list of updates on the 2024 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ are innovative electronic rider aids, including Adaptive Cruise Control and a radar-linked Unified Brake System, which are enabled by a new Millimeter Wave Radar unit that constantly measures distance to vehicles ahead. The bike also features the next generation of the KYB Actimatic Damper System (KADS) electronically controlled suspension, an updated quickshifter, and a new 7-inch TFT display, which replaces the pair of 3.5-inch displays on the previous model.

Available in a Storm Gray two-tone colorway, the 2024 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ will be in dealerships in August with an MSRP of $16,499.

Read our 2024 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Road Test Review

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Following Suzuki Motor USA’s recent announcement of its first bikes of the 2024 lineup, the company announced it would be releasing the 2024 Suzuki Hayabusa 25th Anniversary Model.

Related: Suzuki Announces First Motorcycles in 2024 Lineup

Since its introduction, the Hayabusa sportbike has sold nearly 300,000 units around the world. Suzuki says that the bikes “unique appeal to a range of motorcycle enthusiasts continues to set it apart.”

“From drag racers and customizers to sportbike riders and sport tourers, the Hayabusa’s performance, engineering, and styling stand above all competitors.”

The 25th Anniversary Model will come in a new color scheme harkening back to a fan favorite from the bike’s second generation and include a range of features unique to this model.

2024 Suzuki Hayabusa 25th Anniversary Model

Named after the Japanese term for peregrine falcon, which Suzuki says also inspired the bike’s “wind-cheating body,” the 2024 Suzuki Hayabusa returns with the liquid-cooled 1340cc transverse inline-Four with DOHC and four valves per cylinder. When we road tested the 2022 Hayabusa, it made 173 horsepower at 9,800 rpm and 106 lb-ft of torque at 6,900 rpm on Jett Tuning’s rear-wheel dyno.

“While the Hayabusa’s ergonomics are not ideal for long days in the saddle, its creamy smooth engine transmits very little vibration to the rider, and its enormous boxy mufflers keep noise to a dull roar,” our reviewer wrote. “When hard on the gas, the four-piece band plays a lively tune, but otherwise the Suzuki sounds relaxed and understressed.”

Related: 2022 Suzuki Hayabusa | Road Test Review

The 2024 Suzuki Hayabusa also has a 6-speed gearbox mated to a SCAS-style clutch system, Suzuki Ram Air Direct intakes for pressurized air induction, ride-by-wire, the Suzuki Intelligent Ride System with electronic rider aids, including cruise control and the three-mode bidirectional quickshifter system, and three preset and three customizable ride modes, among a host of other features. The bike has adjustable KYB suspension, Brembo Stylema radial-mount 4-piston calipers biting dual 320mm floating fronts discs, and a Nissin 1-piston caliper and 260mm disc in the rear. ABS is standard.

Unique to the 25th Anniversary Model from a badging and branding standpoint are a 25th-anniversary emblem and raised Suzuki logos on the fuel tank, 25th-anniversary logos etched on each muffler, and the Hayabusa kanji logo applied to the drive chain plates. The bike also has gloss black cowling trim, gold-anodized brake rotor carriers and drive chain adjusters, and the single-seat cowling.

The 25th Anniversary Model Hayabusa comes in the Glass Blaze Orange & Glass Sparkle Black color combination reminiscent of one of the most popular Gen II model’s color palettes, also set off with special V-shaped red graphic.

The 25th Anniversary Hayabusa will be arriving at dealerships late summer. Pricing has not yet been announced.

For more information, visit the Suzuki website.

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Suzuki Motor USA has announced its first group of 2024 motorcycles: the Suzuki GSX-R750 sportbike, the DR650S and DR-Z400S dual-sports, and the DR-Z400SM supermoto.

These bikes return for 2024 offering the same specs and features riders have come to appreciate over the years, but the GXS-R750, DR-Z400S, and DR-Z400SM have been refreshed with new colors or graphics. 

2024 Suzuki GXS-R750

The 2024 Suzuki GSX-R750 is the latest version of the legendary bike that was launched in 1985 and went on to win multiple roadracing championships, including becoming a dominant force in MotoAmerica Supersport racing over the past two seasons. Suzuki says it wants to continue this trend and that the 2024 GSX-R750 “aims to thrill riders with laser-like handling and exhilarating acceleration.”

Related: Suzuki GSX-R750: The First Generation 1986-1987

The GSX-R750 has a fuel-injected 4-cylinder 750cc engine mated to a 6-speed transmission. Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (S-DMS) lets the rider adjust the power delivery.

The twin-spar aluminum frame contributes to a 419-lb wet weight and combines with an inverted Showa Big Piston Front Fork (BPF) for agile handling, while twin Brembo monoblock, radial mounted 4-piston calipers in the front and a Nissin single-piston caliper in the rear provide stopping power.

For 2024, the GSX-R750 revisits Suzuki’s classic blue and white livery with Pearl Brilliant White and Metallic Triton Blue. It is also offered in Pearl Brilliant White and Metallic Matte Stellar Blue or classy Metallic Matte Black No. 2 and Glass Sparkle Black. The GSX-R750 starts at $12,999.

Related: 2022 Motorcycle of the Year – Suzuki GSX-S1000GT+

2024 Suzuki DR650S

Offering high performance for a low price tag, the 2024 Suzuki DR650S dual-sport bike returns with its air/oil-cooled, 4-stroke 644cc single-cylinder engine with push-button electric starting and mounted in a steel semi-double cradle frame.

The DR650S rides on aluminum spoked wheels shod with tube-type tires, a 90/90-21 tire in front and a 120/90-17 in the rear. The bike has a 366-lb wet weight, 10.4 inches of ground clearance, and 10.2 inches of suspension travel. The front fork is height-adjustable, and the seat height can be lowered from 34.8 inches to 33.2 with an optional Low Side Stand Kit.

The 2024 Suzuki DR650S returns with Solid Black and Iron Gray paint and contrasting black and orange graphics or bright Solid Special White #2 bodywork with blue and black graphics starting at $7,099.

2024 Suzuki DRZ400S and DRZ400SM

The Suzuki DR-Z400 line celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2024.

Both the DRZ400S and DRZ400SM are street-legal and have a 4-stroke, liquid-cooled DOHC 398cc single-cylinder engine with push-button electric starting and mated to a 5-speed constant mesh transmission with a wet multi-plate clutch.

The DRZ400S rides on black aluminum Excel rims (21 inches in front, 18 in the rear) laced with bright stainless-steel spokes that are set up to accept rim locks if the rider chooses to mount more focused dual-sport rubber. Stock tires are 80/100-21 up front and 120/90-18 in the rear. The DRZ400SM has wider spoked 17-inch wheels, 120/70 up front and 140/70 in the rear.

Other key differences between the DR-Z400S and DR-Z400SM come in the area of handling and stopping power, including an inverted front fork and 300mm floating front brake disc on the DR-Z400SM. Suspension is fully adjustable on both bikes.

The SM also comes in a little heavier, with a 322-lb wet weight (317 lb on the S), as well as a lower seat height (35.0 inches vs. 36.8 inches) and ground clearance (10.2 inches vs. 11.8 inches).

The 2024 DR-Z400S is available in Champion Yellow bodywork enhanced with new blue and silver graphics or Solid Black bodywork with gray and silver graphics starting at $7,199.

The 2024 DR-Z400SM is available in Grand Blue and Solid Black or the Solid Black bodywork with angular graphics complement the motorcycle’s styling starting at $7,899.

For more information, visit the Suzuki website.

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Choices for smaller, affordable motorcycles are growing, and that’s good news for riders looking for a fun bike that won’t break the bank. Whether you’re new to riding and want something easy to handle or an experienced rider looking for a lighter or shorter bike, you have more options now than ever when it comes to finding the best motorcycles for smaller riders!  

Below is Rider’s 2023 list of best motorcycles for smaller riders, an update of the popular post from 2019. This list includes motorcycles with seat heights between 31.0 and 31.9 inches with an MSRP of $17,000 or less.  

We’ve also curated lists of the best motorcycles with seat heights between 30.0 and 30.9 inches, as well as a list of the best motorcycles with seat heights below 30 inches. 

When possible, we’ve included a link to our test ride reviews so you can get a sense of how each bike performs in action. We’ve also included the 2022-2023 model year’s U.S. base MSRP (as of publication), seat height, and claimed wet or dry weight. On models with options to lower the seat height or suspension, we’ve listed the standard and lowered seat heights. You can also click on a model’s name to go to the manufacturer’s webpage for a full list of specifications and details.   

The models in this list are arranged by seat height, with the first model having the shortest seat height and the last model having the tallest seat height in the list. 

CFMOTO 450SS 

CFMOTO 450SS 

$5,499 

31-inch seat 

370 lb 

Read our 2023 CFMOTO 450SS First Look Review 

Honda CBR500R 

Honda CBR500R 

$7,299 

31.1-inch seat 

423 lb 

Read our 2013 Honda CBR500R First Ride Review 

Honda CB500F 

Honda CB500F 

$6,799 

31.1-inch seat 

416 lb 

Read our 2017 Honda CB500F First Ride Review 

Kawasaki Ninja 650 

Kawasaki Ninja 650 

$7,999 

31.1-inch seat 

419 lb 

Read our 2020 Kawasaki Ninja 650 Road Test Review 

Kawasaki Z650 

Kawasaki Z650 

$7,749 

31.1-inch seat 

410 lb 

Read our 2017 Kawasaki Z650 First Ride Review 

Kawasaki W800 

Kawasaki W800 

$9,199 

31.1-inch seat 

496 lb 

Read our 2020 Kawasaki W800 First Look Review 

Royal Enfield Hunter 350 

Royal Enfield Hunter 350 

$3,999 

31.1-inch seat 

400 lb 

Read our 2023 Royal Enfield Hunter 350 First Ride Review 

Suzuki GSX250R 

Suzuki GSX250R 

$4,999 

31.1-inch seat 

399 lb 

Read our 2023 Suzuki GSX250R First Look Review 

Triumph Bonneville T100 

Triumph Bonneville T100 

$10,995 

31.1-inch seat 

503 lb 

Read our 2017 Triumph Bonneville T100 First Look Review 

Triumph Bonneville T120 

Triumph Bonneville T120 

$12,695 

31.1-inch seat 

520 lb 

Read our 2022 Triumph Bonneville T120 First Look Review 

Triumph Scrambler 900 

Triumph Scrambler 900 

$11,495 

31.1-inch seat 

492 lb 

Read our 2022 Triumph Scrambler 900 First Look Review 

Yamaha TW200 

Yamaha TW200 

$4,899 

31.1-inch seat 

278 lb 

Read our 2017 Yamaha TW200 First Ride Review 

CFMOTO 300NK 

CFMOTO 300NK 

$4,199 

31.2-inch seat 

333 lb 

Read our 2022 CFMOTO 300NK First Ride Review 

Royal Enfield Scram 411 

Royal Enfield Scram 411 

$5,099 

31.3-inch seat 

408 lb 

Read our 2023 Royal Enfield Scram 411 First Ride Review 

CFMOTO 700CL-X 

CFMOTO 700CL-X 

$6,799 

31.5-inch seat 

432 lb 

Read our 2022 CFMOTO 700CL-X Road Test Review 

CFMOTO 700CL-X Sport 

CFMOTO 700CL-X Sport 

$7,199 

31.5-inch seat 

432 lb 

Read our 2022 CFMOTO 700CL-X Sport First Ride Review 

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR KRT Edition 

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR KRT Edition 

$9,699 

31.5-inch seat 

415 lb 

Read our 2023 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR KRT Edition First Look Review 

Kawasaki Z900 

Kawasaki Z900 

$9,399 

31.5-inch seat 

468 lb 

Read our 2017 Kawasaki Ninja Z900 ABS First Ride Review 

Kawasaki Z650RS 

Kawasaki Z650RS 

$9,099 

31.5-inch seat 

412 lb 

Read our 2022 Kawasaki Z650RS First Ride Review 

Royal Enfield Himalayan 

Royal Enfield Himalayan 

$5,449 

31.5-inch seat 

439 lb 

Read our 2022 Royal Enfield Himalayan First Ride Review 

Honda CB300R 

Honda CB300R 

$5,049 

31.6-inch seat 

316 lb 

Read our 2019 Honda CB300R First Ride Review 

Honda NC750X DCT 

Honda NC750X DCT 

$9,399 

31.6-inch seat 

493 lb 

Read our 2018 Honda NC750X Road Test Review 

BMW R nineT 

BMW R nineT 

$15,945 

31.7-inch seat 

487 lb 

Read our 2021 BMW R nineT First Look Review 

BMW R nineT Pure 

BMW R nineT Pure 

$10,995 

31.7-inch seat 

483 lb 

Read our 2017 BMW R nineT Pure Road Test Review 

Kawasaki Z125 PRO 

Kawasaki Z125 PRO 

$3,399 

31.7-inch seat 

225 lb 

Read our 2017 Kawasaki Z125 PRO First Ride Review 

Royal Enfield Classic 350 

Royal Enfield Classic 350 

$4,699 

31.7-inch seat 

430 lb 

Read our 2022 Royal Enfield Classic 350 First Ride Review 

Royal Enfield INT650 

Royal Enfield INT650 

$6,149 

31.7-inch seat 

445 lb 

Read our 2019 Royal Enfield INT650 Road Test Review 

Royal Enfield Continental GT 

Royal Enfield Continental GT 

$6,349 

31.7-inch seat 

445 lb 

Read our 2019 Royal Enfield Continental GT Road Test Review 

Triumph Trident 660 

Triumph Trident 660 

$8,595 

31.7-inch seat 

417 lb 

Read our 2021 Triumph Trident 660 First Look Review 

Yamaha MT-07 

Yamaha MT-07 

$8,199 

31.7-inch seat 

406 lb 

Read our 2021 Yamaha MT-07 Road Test Review 

Zero S 

Zero S 

$12,995 

31.8-inch seat 

313 lb 

Read our 2022 Zero S First Look Review 

Ducati SuperSport 950 

Ducati SuperSport 950 

$14,595 

31.9-inch seat 

405 lb (dry) 

Honda CBR650R 

Honda CBR650R 

$9,899 

31.9-inch seat 

445 lb 

Read our 2023 Honda CBR650R First Look Review 

Honda CB650R 

Honda CB650R 

$9,399 

31.9-inch seat 

445 lb 

Read our 2023 Honda CB650R First Look Review 

Suzuki GSX-R750 

Suzuki GSX-R750 

$12,849 

31.9-inch seat 

419 lb 

Read our 2023 Suzuki GSX-R750 First Look Review 

Suzuki GSX-R600 

Suzuki GSX-R600 

$11,699 

31.9-inch seat 

412 lb 

Read our 2023 Suzuki GSX-R600 First Look Review 

Suzuki GSX-S1000 

Suzuki GSX-S1000 

$11,499 

31.9-inch seat 

472 lb 

Read our 2022 Suzuki GSX-S1000 Road Test Review 

Suzuki GSX-S1000GT 

Suzuki GSX-S1000GT 

$13,349 

31.9-inch seat 

498 lb 

Read our 2022 Suzuki GSX-S1000GT Road Test Review 

Suzuki GSX-S1000GT+ 

Suzuki GSX-S1000GT+ 

$14,099 

31.9-inch seat 

498 lb 

Read our 2023 Suzuki GSX-S1000GT+ First Look Review 

Suzuki GSX-8S 

Suzuki GSX-8S 

$8,849 

31.9-inch seat 

445 lb 

Read our 2023 Suzuki GSX-8S First Ride Review 

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 

$12,895 

31.9-inch seat 

476 lb 

Read our 2023 Triumph Speed Twin 1200 First Look Review 

Yamaha XSR900 

Yamaha XSR900 

$10,199 

31.9-inch seat 

425 lb 

Read our 2022 Yamaha XSR900 First Ride Review 

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT 

$14,999 

32.5-inch seat (optional low seat of 31.9 inches) 

485 lb 

Read our 2021 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT Long-Term Review 

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In this video review, we test the all-new 2023 Suzuki GSX-8S, a middleweight naked sportbike powered by a 776cc 4-stroke DOHC parallel-Twin that’s also found in the V-Strom 800DE. Priced at just $8,849 in the U.S., the GSX-8S delivers style, performance, sophistication, and versatility in an affordable package.

We traveled to France for the global press launch of the Suzuki GSX-8S, where we tested the bike on city streets and on mountain roads in the Maritime Alps. Watch the video for our impressions, and check out our detailed First Ride Review.

2023 Suzuki GSX-8S Specs

• Base Price: $8,849 
• Website: SuzukiCycles.com 
• Warranty: 1 yr., unltd. miles 
• Engine Type: Liquid-cooled parallel-Twin, DOHC w/ 4 valves per cyl. 
• Displacement: 776cc 
• Bore x Stroke: 84.0 x 70.0mm 
• Horsepower: 82.0 @ 8,500 rpm (factory claim) 
• Torque: 57.5 lb-ft @ 6,800 rpm (factory claim) 
• Transmission: 6-speed, cable-actuated slip/assist wet clutch 
• Final Drive: Chain 
• Wheelbase: 57.7 in. 
• Rake/Trail: 25.0 degrees/4.1 in. 
• Seat Height: 31.9 in. 
• Wet Weight: 445 lb (factory claim) 
• Fuel Capacity: 3.7 gal. 

GEAR UP

• Helmet: HJC RPHA 91 
• Jacket: Joe Rocket Turbulent Women’s Jacket
• Gloves: Joe Rocket Ballistic Ultra Women’s Gloves
• Pants: Alpinestars Daisy V2 Women’s Riding Jeans
• Boots: Joe Rocket Trixie Women’s Boots

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I’m the kind of shopper who likes to have it all in one package if I can. I love a bike that excels in its category, but for the day-to-day, you can’t beat a motorcycle that ticks all the boxes without feeling like any of those boxes are being compromised. The new Suzuki GSX-8S middleweight streetfighter comes pretty darn close to checking all the right boxes for me. It’s a harmonic blend of power, price, stability, comfort, and fun. 

At the Suzuki GSX-8S press launch in Antibes, France, I got to test this new model out on both the city streets and the mountainous, curvy roads through the Maritime Alps. Before getting into my review of the 8S, I’d like to give southern France two enthusiastic thumbs up. It was the perfect location for a first ride of the 8S and provided a full day of exquisite roads and sights. Don’t even get me started on the seafood. 

The GSX-8S is a new model for Suzuki, with an all-new 776cc 4-stroke DOHC parallel-Twin engine and a new chassis. The engine can also be found in the V-Strom 800DE, which is also new for 2023. 

Related: 2023 Suzuki V-Strom 800DE | First Ride Review 

Suzuki says the new engine performs similarly to the V-Twin in the SV650 models but provides more power for riders looking for a little more excitement. It features Suzuki’s patented Cross Balancer system, which allows the engine to be slimmer and more compact while reducing vibrations. Bore and stroke are 84mm and 70mm. The new engine makes a claimed 83 hp peaking at 8,500 rpm and a claimed 57.5 lb-ft of torque at 6,800 rpm. 

Starting out from the hotel in Antibes and navigating the busy city streets on our way toward the mountains, what I noticed almost immediately was how much grunt was available at low revs. Power delivery was immediate and became very smooth once I switched into the gentler “B” ride mode. I could put this bike in 2nd gear and roll through the stop-and-go, then give it a twist when the traffic opened up, all without really needing to change gears. That low-to-mid range torque, coupled with the smooth throttle response, made this bike stress-free to ride through the city streets. 

Once we were out of the city and picking up speed, I noticed that the engine didn’t have the same get-up-and-go at higher rpms. However, that initial pull after bumping up a gear was pure pleasure, and it made passing slower-moving traffic a breeze.  

Related: Suzuki Announces 2023 Lineup of Sport, Street, and Adventure Bikes

The 2023 Suzuki GSX-8S Bits 

Along with the new engine, the 8S also features a new chassis with a compact design. It has a steel frame, an aluminum swingarm, a 3.7-gal. fuel tank, and a wide, tapered aluminum handlebar. The KYB inverted fork and monoshock KYB rear suspension both have 5.1 inches of travel, and the shock is preload-adjustable with a tool. 

The seat was comfortable and provided plenty of room to move around, and it was slim enough that a light hug with my knees kept me securely in place. The wide handlebar offered plenty of leverage, and the upright seating position kept me comfortable for a whole day of riding without feeling fatigued at the end of the day. 

GEAR UP

• Helmet: HJC RPHA 91 
• Jacket: Joe Rocket Turbulent Women’s Jacket
• Gloves: Joe Rocket Ballistic Ultra Women’s Gloves
• Pants: Alpinestars Daisy V2 Women’s Riding Jeans
• Boots: Joe Rocket Trixie Women’s Boots

The 31.9-inch seat height of the 8S was a stretch for my 5-foot-1-inch frame. I could graze the pavement with the tips of my toes when the bike was completely upright, but I needed to lean it over to get enough contact between pavement and boot to support myself when stopped. 

This leads me to one of my favorite aspects of the 8S: its balance. Even when rolling through very slow traffic, I rarely needed to put a foot down at all, and when I did, the bike’s weight is carried low enough that it was easy to hold up at a lean. Its curb weight of 445 lb was manageable in both slow riding in the city and out on the twisty mountain roads. 

The 8S comes equipped with ABS brakes, and stopping power comes from dual Nissin radial-mounted 4-piston calipers and floating rotors in the front and a 1-piston caliper and a single disc in the rear. I never braked hard enough to engage the ABS during our test ride, but it was nice to know it was there if I needed it. 

If I could make one change to the 8S, it would be the tires. The Dunlop RoadSport 2 radial tires on the 8S were alright but not awe-inspiring by any means. I didn’t feel much feedback from the tires, making it unclear to me if I still had enough grip for greater lean angles or not. For everyday commuting, the RoadSports are fine, but if you want to experience all what the 8S has to offer, a grippier set of tires might provide more confidence. 

Related: 2022 Motorcycle of the Year – Suzuki GSX-S1000GT+

Ready to Roll 

“We did not aim for the highest powered or lightest weight motorcycle,” said the 8S’ chief designer during the technical presentation the night before our test ride. “We aimed to satisfy all riders.” The other designers and engineers present also drove home the point that they listened to customers’ needs and requests when building the 8S to create an all-around motorcycle that satisfies a wide range of riders. 

They demonstrated that desire to please all riders during our test ride as well. Any time we stopped for a coffee break or lunch, the Suzuki designers and engineers were eager to listen to our feedback and ask questions about our first impressions. Several of them came to me directly, saying they were interested in the perspective of a younger, smaller woman. I appreciated that level of dedication to their product and the desire to continue to improve and meet riders’ needs. 

To that end, the GSX-8S includes a full suite of rider aids as standard. Along with ABS, it comes with a 5-inch TFT display with day/night modes, an up/down quickshifter, three ride modes, and four traction-control settings. 

I enjoyed the layout of the TFT display. It was easy to see, and it showed all the information I needed without making any of it difficult to find. Another consideration that made the bike user-friendly is how easy it is to switch ride modes and the TC levels and that both modes are always visible on the display. The ride mode switch on the left side of the handlebar has obvious buttons and a simple design. 

The three ride modes really did contribute to a different style of riding. The throttle response in Ride Mode A was a bit too aggressive for me, especially in town. Ride Mode B smoothed out that jumpiness without compromising the low-rpm torque that I enjoyed so much. I didn’t spend much time in Ride Mode C because B hit the spot so well for me. 

I had the traction control set to level 3 for most of the ride. Perhaps with grippier tires, I would’ve felt more confident with less TC, but since I was in a new environment, on a new bike, and with less experience than the other journalists along for the ride, I appreciated the extra help. 

With my preferred settings dialed in, even on a new bike on alpine roads that were much tighter and steeper than what I’m used to back home in Tennessee, I really started to enjoy the 8S and the beautiful scenery and roads. The 8S offered enough to keep things exciting for the more experienced riders, but it was also tamable for someone like me who couldn’t push the bike to its limits in the same way. 

One for All 

Suzuki wanted the 8S to be a well-rounded bike that pleases both experienced and beginner riders. If I were a couple inches taller, I’d agree completely. Riding taller bikes is something I’m still trying to get comfortable with, and a tall seat height is a factor that can add some intimidation and apprehension for shorter riders. 

Suzuki offers a range of useful and stylish accessories for the 8S, such as soft side cases, a flyscreen, cowls for the passenger seat and lower engine, billet brake and clutch levers, lever guards, frame sliders, fuel tank protectors, and a USB socket, but it missed an opportunity to make the 8S more accessible by not offering a lower seat. Aside from having a longer reach to the pavement than I’d like, the 8S’s balance, maneuverability, and fun factor truly do make it an approachable ride. 

After a full day of riding the 8S through the city and the mountains of Southern France, I have a couple of pieces of advice to impart: 1) If you’re looking for a bike that is greater than the sum of its parts and performs well for a wide range of situations and riding levels, the new Suzuki GSX-8S should be one of the bikes on your list. 2) If you find yourself in Antibes with an empty belly, you’re doing something wrong. 

2023 Suzuki GSX-8S Specs

• Base Price: $8,849 
• Website: SuzukiCycles.com 
• Warranty: 1 yr., unltd. miles 
• Engine Type: Liquid-cooled parallel-Twin, DOHC w/ 4 valves per cyl. 
• Displacement: 776cc 
• Bore x Stroke: 84.0 x 70.0mm 
• Horsepower: 83.0 @ 8,500 rpm (factory claim) 
• Torque: 57.5 lb-ft @ 6,800 rpm (factory claim) 
• Transmission: 6-speed, cable-actuated slip/assist wet clutch 
• Final Drive: Chain 
• Wheelbase: 57.7 in. 
• Rake/Trail: 25.0 degrees/4.1 in. 
• Seat Height: 31.9 in. 
• Wet Weight: 445 lb (factory claim) 
• Fuel Capacity: 3.7 gal. 

See all of Rider‘s Suzuki coverage here.

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We review the all-new 2023 Suzuki V-Strom 800DE, an off-road-ready middleweight adventure bike that slots in between the V-Strom 650 and V-Strom 1050. Until the 800 came along, V-Stroms have had V-Twin engines (hence the “V-” in the name, but Suzuki now says it stands for “Versatile).

The V-Strom 800DE is powered by a new 776cc parallel-Twin that makes a claimed 83 hp at 8,500 rpm and 57.5 lb-ft of torque at 6,800 rpm. The same engine is also found in the new 2023 Suzuki GSX-8S naked bike.

It also features a 21-inch front wheel, spoked wheels (tubes are required), 8.7 inches of front/rear suspension travel, and 8.75 inches of ground clearance. The Suzuki Intelligent Ride System includes the Suzuki Drive Mode Selector with three throttle maps, traction control with three on-road settings and a “G” (gravel) off-road setting, ABS with multiple modes (it can also be turned off at the rear), and a quickshifter.

We traveled to Sardinia, Italy, for two days of on-road and off-road testing. Watch the video to see the V-Strom 800DE in action and get our impressions. You can also read our First Ride Review.

2023 Suzuki V-Strom 800DE Specs 

• Base Price: $11,349 
• Website: SuzukiCycles.com 
• Warranty: 1 yr., unltd. miles 
• Engine Type: Liquid-cooled, transverse parallel-Twin, DOHC w/ 4 valves per cyl. 
• Displacement: 776cc 
• Bore x Stroke: 84.0 x 70mm 
• Horsepower: 83 hp @ 8,500 rpm (factory claim) 
• Torque: 57.5 lb-ft @ 6,800 rpm (factory claim) 
• Transmission: 6-speed, cable-actuated slip/assist wet clutch 
• Final Drive: Chain 
• Wheelbase: 61.8 in. 
• Rake/Trail: 28.0 degrees/4.5 in. 
• Seat Height: 33.7 in. 
• Wet Weight: 507 lb 
• Fuel Capacity: 5.3 gal. 
• Fuel Consumption: 53.4 mpg (factory claim)

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