The GSX-S1000GT fulfi lls the transformation in what performance-minded touring enthusiasts desire. Whether heading out on a long trip with a passenger on board, or enjoying a sporty solo romp up a twisty ribbon of asphalt, the GSXS1000GT’s performance is a revelation, its appearance breathtaking, and the SUZUKI mySPIN connectivity application integrated into the full-color TFT instrument panel provides easy access to contacts, maps, music, calendar and phone communication.

Using long-stroke, GSX-R engine architecture, the Euro 5 compliant 999cm³ four-stroke, liquid-cooled DOHC in-line four engine delivers smooth, consistent power throughout its wide power band. This enhances the riding experience both at the low- to mid-range engine speeds commonly used in daily riding, and through the mid- to high-range used when travelling long distances on the highway

Refi ned and controlled performance is managed by SUZUKI Intelligent Ride System (S.I.R.S.) technology, including electronic cruise control, traction control* and clutchless quick shifting, so passing slower traffi c is an opportunity, never a challenge.

The twin-spar aluminum frame and superbike-braced swingarm help deliver agile handling and great road-holding ability that will go the distance. Visually stunning, the trellis-style sub-frame design creates secure attachment points for the optional, high capacity 36L side cases, while allowing for a thick, more comfortable passenger seat.

The dual, ABS-equipped**, radial-mounted, four-piston, Brembo front brake calipers and 310mm fl oating rotors provide the controlled stopping performance needed to travel two-up with confidence.

The cast-aluminum handlebar is wider than the prior GSX-S1000F’s bars, and is shaped and positioned for a comfortable reach, delivering the proper leverage to guide the GSX-S1000GT on any road. The handlebar’s special rubber mount damps vibration to the rider’s hands, while all the footrests have durable rubber inserts to damp vibration to the rider’s and passenger’s boots.

The GSX-S1000GT puts a new face on sport touring performance and comfort. The striking and original face of the GT begins with a raked nose, while a pair of horizontally arranged LED headlights, V-shaped position light, mirror design, and side-mounted LED turn signals fashion a unique Grand Touring appearance that is distinctively SUZUKI.

Its Euro 5 compliant 999cm³ engine produces greater peak power, with strong torque in the low- to mid-range that’s smoothly controlled by SUZUKI’s Ride-byWire Electronic Throttle System for an extraordinary Grand Touring experience.

The GSX-S1000GT’s long-stroke engine produces a broad, smooth torque curve through the full rev-range and features increased peak horsepower.

The camshaft profiles decrease lift and valve overlap to improve emissions and balance the engine’s performance and drivability to enhance rider control.

SUZUKI’s legendary Twin Swirl Combustion Chamber (TSCC) design is machined into the cylinder head that, along with the flat-top pistons, achieves an optimal 12.2:1 compression ratio, helping to deliver a broad spread of power throughout the entire rev range.

Aluminum pistons, engineered with use of Finite Element Method (FEM) analysis, are cast for optimal rigidity and weight.

Ventilation holes between the cylinders reduce pumping loss within the crankcase so the engine can deliver more power and torque.

Electronic throttle bodies contribute to smooth and more controlled response, especially when you are applying the throttle to accelerate out of a corner.

These Ride-by-Wire throttle bodies provide precise control for the SUZUKI Drive Mode Selector (SDMS), SUZUKI Traction Control System (STCS), and Bi-directional Quick Shift System.

The air cleaner adopts an internal structure that contributes to engine performance while maintaining the exciting intake sound.

The GSX-S1000GT’s stainless steel, 4-2-1 exhaust system is completely redesigned and tuned while retaining the under-chassis design, sharp looks, and exciting note of the GSX-S1000F’s system.

Behind the header pipes, the redesigned mid-chamber contains a second catalytic converter to help ensure emissions compliance, a low center-ofgravity, and good exhaust flow to help the engine deliver strong low- to mid-range punch, with an exciting rush to redline.

The SUZUKI Exhaust Tuning (SET) valve manages flow from the mid-chamber into the sculpted muffler, with its pleasing appearance uncommon to under-chassis exhausts and its exciting, distinctive sound that won't overpower your senses or those of your passenger.

The digital ignition fires iridiumtype spark plugs which increase spark strength and combustion efficiency, contributing to higher power, a more linear throttle response, easier engine start-up, and a more stable idle. These quality components also last longer than conventional spark plugs.

The lower cowl and radiatorshroud efficiently guide cooling air to the high-capacity curved radiator. A thermostatically controlled cooling fan helps ensure lower coolant temperatures when riding in slow-moving traffic. The design also deflects hot air away from the rider at speed.

Connected to the swingarm, which comes straight from the GSXR1000, is a link-type rear suspension, with a single shock absorber that features seven-way adjustable spring preload and rebound-damping force adjustment.

The 43mm inverted KYB forks offer a generous 120mm of front wheel travel and adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping.

Dunlop’s SPORTMAX Roadsport 2 radial tires (120/70ZR17 front and 190/50ZR17 rear) are customengineered to perform optimally on the GSX-S1000GT and provide great grip in dry or wet conditions, faster warm-up, and long tread life.

Dual front brakes with fully floating 310mm discs and Brembo radial mount monobloc calipers, with four 32mm opposed pistons, provide strong and consistent stopping power when riding solo or two-up.

In contrast to the GSX-S1000F, the GSX-S1000GT features a more upright riding position for even greater comfort and control. This practical sport touring riding position is the result of a carefully crafted relationship between the handlebar, footrests, and seat.

The matte black tapered aluminum handlebars contribute to the excellent riding ergonomics and performance-oriented style.

Securely clamped in a floating mount, the handlebars effectively damp vibration to the rider’s hands.

The handlebars are 23 mm wider than on the GSXS-S1000F and are rotated slightly upward to raise the grip height.

The aluminum footpegs for both the rider and passenger are covered with vibration-absorbing rubber. This reduces the amount of vibration transmitted to the feet, which improves comfort, especially on long rides.

Both pairs of footpegs are positioned lower reducing bend at the rider’s and passenger’s knees and ankles, further improving comfort.

The rear footrest location provides ample clearance for the passenger’s legs when the optional side cases are installed

The rider and pillion seats feature a sporty design that maximizes comfort on long rides. Both have a weather-resistant cover material that balances grip with freedom of movement

The pillion seat is set 60 mm higher than the rider’s seat to provide a good view over the rider’s shoulder.

Rider’s seat height: 810 cm; approximate pillion seat height 870 cm

The black finish on the shifter, rear brake, and both hand levers matches the performance nature of the motorcycle.

The front brake lever features a multi-step adjuster that permits quick adjustment of the lever’s distance from the grip.

The shape of the upper and lower fairing effectively moves the wind flow away from the rider, reducing direct pressure to the helmet, shoulders, and knees.

Wind-tunnel testing and test-rider feedback yielded a special lower-fork bracket cover that extends up into the fairing to deflect air flow that would otherwise whirl up around the instrument panel.

Developed to maximize wind protection for both the rider and passenger, the windscreen contributes greatly to the GSX-S1000GT’s aerodynamic effectiveness and further enhances the Grand Touring experience. Folded edges along the sides enhance comfort by reducing air flow that would otherwise press against your shoulders.

An optional, taller Touring Windscreen is available (70 mm taller than the standard screen). This screen arches upward, further reducing air flow to the rider and passenger, while also providing optimized optical quality.

Aerodynamic performance and wind protection influenced the design of the fairing-mounted mirrors and mirror stalks. Head and stalks were shaped to streamline the flow of air across the mirrors, reducing the amount of wind that reaches your knuckles.

The GT’s optional, large capacity side cases feature a compact design that integrates seamlessly with the motorcycle’s styling. Designed to clip on and off in seconds, these 36L cases with a 5kg weight capacity can hold most full-face helmets. Painted lid panels are also available, which coordinate beautifully with the GSX-S1000GT body colors.

A generous 19L fuel tank capacity reduces the frequency of gas stops while touring or commuting

The uniquely styled “GT” logos on the fairing sides lend an intelligent and sophisticated look that befits a grand tourer. Understated SUZUKI logos on the fuel tank further contribute to the sophisticated appearance.

The custom-designed ignition key sports the GT logo in gold lettering on its grip to add a luxurious touch

The compact, dual LED headlight assembly complements the GSX-S1000GT’s aerodynamic styling, and its independent high- and low-beams feature mono-focus LED technology, which brightly illuminates the road ahead. A wide, V-shaped LED position light positioned above makes the GSX-S1000GT clearly visible to others and creates an illuminated face unlike that on any other motorcycle.

SUZUKI innovative multifunction handlebar switches are laid out to maximize operating ease and efficiency.

The 32-bit ECM provides precise engine management that contributes to the operation and optimization of the electrical and S.I.R.S. components. The ECM and all other electronics on the GSX-S1000GT were rigorously tested in an anechoic chamber to help ensure they are not susceptible to magnetic interference from external sources.

The GSX-S1000GT’s instrument panel uses a new-generation 6.5-inch, full-color TFT LCD screen. Developed specifically for use on motorcycles, this TFT display is the first of its kind on a Suzuki motorcycle.

This high-quality instrument panel is set into the inner fairing above the handlebars, for good visibility and protection from road debris. The panel itself features a scratch-resistant surface, and an anti-reflective coating that improves visibility in bright light.

The display can be set for manual or automatic switching between Day Mode (white background) and Night Mode (black background). The display’s general brightness can be set to automatically adjust to the ambient light-level, or manually set to suit your preference.

The display uses exclusive graphics, including blue background lines that add an extra artistic touch to help convey SUZUKI spirit and brand identity.

An additional feature of the TFT LCD display is a brief custom animation that plays when the ignition key is switched on. This playful presentation is pleasing to the eye and builds excitement for the ride to come.

The display format provides operational information in an easily recognizable way:

Status icons are displayed in the upper right portion of the TFT LCD panel for the clock, smartphone battery level, and wireless connection status for smartphones and other Bluetooth devices. This includes independent status icons for two sets of wireless headsets

The brightness adjustable TFT LCD display delivers a wide range of useful information, keeping you fully aware of all the bike’s systems, settings and real-time operating status. When connected to your smartphone, it can also display maps, incoming and outgoing phone calls, contacts, music and calendar for even greater convenience, functionality and fun.

Two alternative screen views allow you to choose and adjust the settings on certain motorcycle and mySPIN features.

The MENU screen can access mySPIN connection options, trip information, service reminders and general options.

The SETTING screen permits adjustments to the panel brightness, backlighting mode, SAE or metric measurement, date, and time adjustments, and more.

The SUZUKI Drive Mode Selector Alpha (SDMS-α) system provides you with a choice of three factory preset (A, B & C) and three rider-defined mode settings for the Power Mode Selector, Motion Track Traction Control, Anti-lift Control, Engine Brake Control and Bi-directional Quick Shift systems.

Factory preset mode A is for active, sporty use, mode B is for general, all-around riding, and mode C is for comfort and touring.

You can also create three user-defined settings (U1, U2, and U3). These unique settings allow you to quickly and easily tune S. I.R.S. to match your riding style or favorite road.

The Power Mode Selector (PW) permits selection between three different engine output characteristic modes (1,2 & 3) to match the riding conditions or your preferences.

Mode 1 provides the sharpest throttle response up to maximum engine power for experienced riders for riding on good road conditions.

Mode 2 provides a softer throttle response with a more linear power delivery up to maximum engine power for most riders riding on average road conditions.

Mode 3 provides the softest throttle response and a gentler power curve with reduced maximum output for riders with less experience, or for any rider facing poor road conditions (wet or dirty surfaces with limited traction).

Adopted directly from the system developed for SUZUKI MotoGP racing machines, the Motion Track Traction Control System (TC) was designed to provide greater stability and help you confidently control the Hayabusa in varying riding conditions by limiting rear wheel spin.

The TC system offers 10 mode settings and can also be switched off. The higher the mode number the more the system is sensitive to rear wheel spin and the faster it will intervene to limit spinning.

The ECM continually monitors front and rear wheel speed, engine RPM, plus throttle position and gear position, and lean angle data from the IMU. When the system determines that loss of traction is imminent, the ECM adjusts engine power to prevent wheel spin.

The Anti-lift Control System (LF) adds control reassurance by helping prevent the front wheel from lifting off the ground when accelerating.

The Launch Control System (LC) helps ensure e fficient launch and acceleration from a standing start. Launch Control for the Hayabusa offers three modes (1, 2 & 3) from which you can choose to match your level of experience or confidence.

LC Mode 1 limits engine speed on launch to 4,000 RPM for softer acceleration, LC Mode 2 revs to 6,000 RPM for a stronger acceleration, and LC Mode 3 lets the engine rev to 8,000 RPM for the strongest and quickest acceleration

The Engine Brake Control System (EB) offers a selection of three modes (plus an OFF setting) that provide control over the effective strength of engine braking to match your riding preferences. The higher the setting, the smoother and more controllable behavior becomes as the effect of engine braking is diminished to help eliminate rear tire sliding or skipping when decelerating after releasing the throttle grip or downshifting. The system can also be switched off when you wish to experience the full effect of engine braking during deceleration.

The Cruise Control System maintains the selected road speed without having to hold the throttle open

Cruising speed can be set from approximately 31 km/h to 200 km/ h while riding at 2,000 to 7,000 RPM in second gear or higher.

SUZUKI Active Speed Limiter is a first in the motorcycle industry, as this highly practical system allows you to set a speed limit you do not wish to exceed, which helps lessen concerns about speeding or driving faster than intended.

The dual mode Bi-directional Quick Shift System (QS) allows you to shift up or down quickly and easily, without operating the clutch or throttle.

QS Mode 1 reacts quickly, like a racing style response, while QS Mode 2 offers a lighter reaction for casual riding.

The assist & slipper clutch functions of SCAS help ensure even smoother up and down shifts when using QS or manual clutch operation.

The Suzuki Easy Start System lets you start the motorcycle with a short press of the starter button.

The Low RPM Assist System seamlessly increases engine speed when launching from a standing start or riding at low speeds to help ensure smoother power delivery and better control in stop-and-go traffic.

The Combined Brake System lets you brake more confidently, as operating the front brake lever provides braking power to both the front and rear brakes.

Using the brake pedal (with the right foot) operates the rear brake only.

The Motion Track Antilock Brake System (MT-ABS)** uses vehicle posture data from the IMU to not only activate in a straight line but also when the vehicle is leaning or turning.

By reducing the impact of sudden braking force, the Hayabusa is less likely to try to push itself upright or lose traction, instead maintaining the turning radius and lean angle to better follow your intended line through the corner.

Even if you are startled and brake heavily in a corner, MT-ABS assists in helping maintain stability while stopping or slowing the motorcycle.

The MT-ABS system cannot be switched off – it is always active.

The Slope Dependent Control System prevents rear wheel lift when braking when travelling downhill. The ABS unit continually measures brake pressure while the IMU constantly monitors vehicle posture, even as the Hayabusa is traveling downhill. When you operate the brake lever or pedal when riding downhill, the system adjusts brake pressure to prevent rear wheel lift and provide more stable braking.

The Hill Hold Control System helps hold the Hayabusa still when it is stopped on an incline, providing confidence so you can focus on pulling away more smoothly to proceed up the hill. When stopping upward on a hill and applying the brakes, the system automatically operates the rear brake for around 30 seconds to prevent the motorcycle from rolling backward, even if you release the brake lever or pedal.

Another first on a SUZUKI motorcycle, the Emergency Stop Signal*** rapidly flashes the front and rear turn signals to alert following vehicles if you brake suddenly at speeds of 55 km/h or higher.

** ABS is not designed to shorten the braking distance. ABS cannot prevent wheel skidding caused by braking while cornering. Please ride carefully and do not overly rely on ABS.

*** Emergency Stop Signal is not available on North American, Indian or Canadian specification units.

A variety of Genuine SUZUKI Accessories are available, with nearly three dozen designed for the GSX-S1000GT.

The accessory off erings include a set of quick-release, 36L side cases that accept color matched lid panels, a taller touring screen, heated hand grips, billet clutch and brake levers, fuel tank and engine cover protectors, stylish rider seat, plus a unique selection of GT logo apparel.

The Traction Control System is not a substitute for the rider's throttle control, and traction control cannot prevent loss of traction due to excessive speed when entering turns, or while braking, and it does not control front wheel traction.

ABS is not designed to shorten the braking distance. ABS cannot prevent wheel skidding caused by braking while cornering. Please ride carefully and do not overly rely on ABS.