Suzuki GSX 8S vs. the competition

Suzuki GSX-8S

Suzuki Philippines unleashed the GSX 8S not too long ago, and its arrival heralded a new competitor in the country’s naked bike category.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • What powers the Suzuki GSX 8S?

    The Suzuki GSX 8S is powered by a 776 cubic centimeter engine mated to a six-speed constant mesh transmission.
  • How much is the Suzuki GSX 8S?

    The Suzuki GSX 8S is priced at P585,000.
  • gsx 8s white

    The Suzuki GSX 8S comes with features like aggressive-looking LED lights and position lights, a colored digital thin-film transistor multi-information display, chinky 17-inch wheels, inverted telescopic forks at the front, and a link-type suspension setup at the rear.

    Power comes from a 776 cubic centimeter (cc) engine mated to a six-speed constant mesh transmission. The said combo produces a maximum of 83 horsepower (hp) with 78 Newton-meters (Nm) of torque.

    Other notable features include its bi-directional quick shift system as well as its short sporty muffler design.

    The Suzuki GSX 8S is priced at P585,000.

    Yamaha MT-07

    Holding the fort for Yamaha is the MT-07.

    yamaha mt-07

    The Yamaha MT-07 dons a muscular look with an LED projector headlamp complemented by LED signal lights at the fore, an unclad engine accompanied by an exposed chassis frame, and a rear end decorated by sexy taillamps.

    In between the rider’s thighs is a 689cc, two-cylinder, four-stroke, liquid-cooled engine mated to a six-speed constant mesh transmission. This setup makes 75 horses and 67Nm of pulling power.

    Owners will benefit from its inverted LCD instrument cluster, 17-inch Michelin Road 5 tires that come as standard, as well as its duo of 298 millimeter (mm) front disc brakes and 245mm rear disc brakes.

    The Yamaha MT-07 comes with a sticker price of P499,000.

    Honda CB 650R

    Another viable option for those looking for a naked bike in the country would be the Honda CB 650R.

    honda cb 650r

    The neo sports cafe-inspired motorbike features unique appointments such as a large circular LED headlamp paired with LED turn signals, retro-modern fairings, and its large, uncovered engine.

    Speaking of which, the Honda CB 650R packs a 649cc powerplant married to a six-speed manual clutch transmission system. In unison, the two make a whopping 93hp and 63Nm of torque.

    Further notable features offered by the bike include its Showa front suspension, its 10-stage pre-loaded swingarm rear shock absorbers, as well as its modern-looking instrument panel.

    The Honda CB 650R will set you back P519,000.

    Photos from Ruben Manahan IV, Suzuki, Yamaha, and Honda

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