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03 October 2018

It's here: the all new 2019 Suzuki Katana!


Forged to perfection and polished to a magnificent radiance. Engineered to provide maximum control and optimum performance. Finely crafted to take riding pleasure to a new level. The Suzuki KATANA is destined to create a new legend.

From the sharp lines defining the length of its body to the performance of its 150PS engine, every detail of the Suzuki KATANA speaks of distinctive beauty. While its design cues pay due homage to the 1981 iconic GSX1100S KATANA, which stole the hearts of riders around the world, the KATANA is a thoroughly modern machine that is breathtaking to behold and inspiring to ride.

At the heart of the KATANA’s powerful performance is a custom long-stroke version of the legendary fuel-injected 999cc inline-four engine that first proved itself on the GSX-R1000K5. Its broad torque output range combines with a new throttle control that delivers this power smoothly. Both the induction roar and exhaust note are tuned to heighten the visceral sense of riding pleasure, while also contributing to performance and combustion efficiency.

The sharp, cutting-edge style of the Suzuki KATANA. The Japanese KATANA is beautiful to gaze upon and unbelievably exciting to wield. The epitome of fine craftsmanship, the famed KATANA combines sophisticated Japanese aesthetics and pure beauty into a sharp design. The KATANA was developed to be a sporty styled street motorcycle that takes lean, mean retro flair and evolves it to offer thoroughly modern styling and performance.


23 November 2017

Suzuki Katana 3.0 concept - by Italian magazine Motociclismo


It's come to something when a magazine seems to do better at creating new Suzukis than Suzuki.

You would be forgiven for having taken that impression away from the Eicma show in Milan last week, where this stunning Suzuki Katana concept debuted.

While the ‘Katana 3.0 concept’ was on Suzuki’s stand, no doubt leading some to hope they might be looking at a potential future model, it was the work of Italian magazine Motociclismo.

It’s a GSX-S1000F faithfully restyled by Rodolfo Frascoli and built by Engines Engineering to ape the 1980s classic Katana GSX1100.


24 November 2021

2022 Suzuki Katana first look - & it looks fab!

 

News has broken of an updated 2022 Suzuki Katana, a radical retro-inspired sportbike that harkens back to the original 1982 model. The new model receives revisions to its engine platform, electronic rider aids suite, and aesthetic details among other things.

The heart of the modern-day Katana is a 999cc inline-four engine, which is an evolution of the legendary GSX-R1000 K5 powerplant. For 2022, it follows the updates made to the new GSX-S1000, meaning it gets new intake and exhaust camshafts, valve springs, a 4-into-2-into-1 exhaust system, and airbox for improved efficiency. The bonus is a claimed 2 hp increase with broader midrange power delivery. For reference, the last Katana we ran on the in-house Cycle World dyno produced 139.6 hp at 10,100 rpm and 76.3 pound-feet of torque at 9,200 rpm.

What a fantastic looking bike! That's another one to watch out for @ MCL Birmingham next month - gonna be a busy show!

www.cycleworld.com


02 April 2018

Suzuki Katana - on the way back? Looks like it!


Suzuki has got plenty of evocative badges in its history books. Hayabusa, GSX-R, RGV, Gamma and Bandit all pluck enough heartstrings for a symphony. But Katana might just be the greatest of all, and now there’s a hint the name might be making a comeback.

Documents from the United States Patent and Trademark Office show that on 8th February this year, Suzuki filed a new application for the mark ‘Katana’ along with the famous Japanese character mark and sword badge  that adorned the bikes that bore that title.

Just can't wait? I know what you mean! Whet your appetite with this link!


01 October 2018

The new Suzuki Katana - almost here!


Suzuki have been teasing the release of the new Katana motorbike - which will apparently be announced at the Intermot, Cologne bike show.

It is probably this years most anticipated launch & I for one can't wait to see (& ride!) their re-imaging of this iconic '80s bike.

The Intermot 2018 Teasers (or how to forge a Katana):
Exciting stuff eh?

25 February 2019

Suzuki's new KATANA in action


Suzuki Japan has just released a short video, giving us the first glimpse of its new 2019 Katana in action. And it’s been ridden by ex-MotoGP rider Nobuatsu Aoki.

Ok, so it’s worth noting that this video has been made by Suzuki – so it’s not a massive surprise to hear Aoki’s overwhelmingly positive impressions of the bike ;0). But regardless, we can’t wait to swing out leg over Suzuki’s latest neo-retro machine.


06 September 2016

Riding a rebuilt Suzuki GSX1100SZ Katana


What a great article this is: a fantastic rebuild, done on a shoestring too!
Surely looks better than new? Oh, for a barn find...

I've always loved the GSX1100 Katana - back in the day (early-mid 80s) it was the most incredible & radical looking bike around with the possible exception of the YamahaV-Max. My two favourite bikes: they looked like something from space!
OK, handling was (& still is) a bit suspect on these bikes, but what a look...
Enjoy the article.


16 February 2019

Visit to the Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show at the ExCeL Centre, London


Jeff & I had a great time at the The Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show.

A few of us try to do the Brum & London shows each year, but sadly missed the Birmingham show last year. In all honesty - Brum is the bigger & better of the two shows, but this year's London show was worth attending, for 4 hours of bikey fun!

Highlights: This special edition Kawasaki Z900RS by Surrey Customs - absolutely stunning! The Indian FTR1200. Royal Enfield 650 - two models. We were really looking forward to seeing the new Suzuki Katana. Suzuki had an original & new bike there. Nice, but not "take my money now" territory sadly - which is a shame, as that's what we were expecting it to be :0(. Would be good to have a play though...

Jeff rather liked the new Honda CB650R - which looks really good. Test ride next week - details to follow!

What did I come back with? I bought a Norton Commando 961 SE Motorcycle! Or at least a 1:18 scale model to add to my collection ;0). Also a pair or Rukka MARS 2.0 gloves on a cracking show deal from Infinity. We also did our bit to rid London of surplus beer stocks - a dirty job, but someone's gotta do it!


05 March 2021

The 51 Most Iconic Motorcycles of All Time - according to gearpatrol.com

They are equal parts simple and complex, a mechanical interpretation of form meeting function with attitude to spare. Whether it’s chrome glimmering in the sun, the artful engineering behind a single-sided swingarm or their ability to outrun just about anything, motorcycles are more than just simple transportation. They strangle attention. Ride one down the street and watch as babies point and smile mid-whimper, dogs chase joyfully, angsty teens fight the curling in the corners of their mouths, old biker types in leather nod with supreme comprehension.

There are countless combinations of weapons-grade speed, sex, beauty, design and freedom found between two tires, sure - but these fifty-one, specifically, are the icons hand-picked by Gear Patrol as our favourites of all time.

A good selection in this list - some of my personal faves were included: Honda CB750 (Jeff's bike pictured above!), Kawasaki Z1, Manx Norton, Brough Superior SS100, Honda Gold Wing, Harley-Davidson V-Rod, Yamaha Vmax, Ducati Monster, Ducati Desmosedici RR, Bimota Tesi 3D, Kawasaki Ninja H2. 
Conspicuous by their absence though: Yamaha RD350LC, Suzuki GSX1100S KatanaKawasaki GPZ900R.

www.gearpatrol.com