2008 Suzuki GSX1300BKK B-King
| New Engine |
| New 1340cc, DOHC liquid-cooled, 16 valve engine shared with the new Hayabusa featuring a gear-driven counterbalancer for smooth operation |
| Suzuki SDTV fuel injection system with dual injectors per cylinder and ram air intake with large volume airbox |
| S-DMS (Suzuki Drive Mode Selector) allows the rider to choose from two different engine settings depending on riding conditions or rider preferences |
| Lightweight titanium intake and exhaust valves with narrow 14 degree valve angle for high combustion chamber efficiency |
| High efficiency curved radiator now features dual electric fans controlled by the ECM for increased cooling capacity. Oil cooler now has 10 rows cores for increased heat dissipation. |
| 32 bit ECU boasts 1024 ROM for high overall performance and to control new functions like S-DMS |
| Ventilation holes at the cylinder skirt for reduced pumping losses and increased overall performance |
| Uniquely styled exhaust system enhances the powerful styling of the B-King |
| Large volume 4-into-2-into-1 exhaust system with a large capacity catalyzer, oxygen sensors and an oval cross section canister with dual openings that meets Euro 3 and Tier 2 regulation |
| The Suzuki Exhaust Tuning (SET) valve is built into the mid-pipe for optimum exhaust efficiency |
| Slick shifting 6 speed transmission working in conjunction with an innovative back torque limiting clutch for smooth and controlled downshifts |
| Ion plating treatment utilizing PVD (physical vapor deposit) method is applied to piston rings providing a smoother surface treatment for increased durability, reduced friction loss and reduced oil consumption |
| New Chassis |
| All-new Twin-spar cast aluminum alloy frame features optimum rigidity balance and superb handling |
| All-new cast aluminum alloy swingarm for the B-King is constructed of 3 main sections for minimal welding lines and a clean overall look |
| New KYB inverted front forks are specifically designed for the B-King and are fully adjustable for compression, rebound damping and spring preload to suit rider preferences |
| New aluminum alloy rear shock absorber features three-way adjustability with excellent damping characteristics equivalent to those of Suzuki supersport models |
| Radial mount front brake calipers feature an all new design built specifically for the B-King and work with 310mm brake rotors to provide superior braking performance. |
| Lightweight single piston rear brake caliper works with a 260mm rear disc |
| The front brake master cylinder, its reservoir tank, as well as the clutch master cylinder were designed specifically for the aggressive look of the B-King |
| The B-King features a new wheel design with a dynamic three spoke look combined with high performance radial tires boasting a massive 200mm rear tire size |
| Unique three piece front fender design for a high quality look and an aggressive look |
| All New instrument cluster features the signature strong B-King styling with an analog tachometer, digital speedometer, fuel gauge, water temperature gauge, twin tripmeters, clock, maintenance interval, running time, average speed, gear position indicator, and a S-DMS mode indicator |
| The B-King also comes equipped with a standard steering damper for maximum stability |
For more information visit Suzuki Website: http://www.suzukicycles.com
| CHASSIS |
DATA |
| FRAME |
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| REAR FRAME |
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| FRONT SUSPENSION |
Inverted telescopic, coil spring, fully adjustable spring preload, adjustable rebound damping and adjustable compression damping |
| REAR SUSPENSION |
Link-type, gas/oil damped, fully adjustable spring preload, adjustable compression & rebound damping |
| FRONT BRAKE |
Dual hydraulic disc |
| REAR BRAKE |
Single hydraulic disc |
| OVERALL LENGTH |
87.4 in |
| OVERALL WIDTH |
31.5 in |
| SEAT HEIGHT |
31.7 in |
| WHEEL BASE |
60.0 in |
RAKE ANGLE |
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| TRAIL |
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| FRONT WHEEL TRAVEL |
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| REAR WHEEL TRAVEL |
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| WHEEL |
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| TYRES |
Front:120/70/17--Rear:200/50/17 |
| WEIGHT |
518 lbs |
| FUEL CAPACITY |
4.2 gal. |
| MSRP |
$12,899 |
| COLOR OPTIONS |
Gray/Silver, Black/Matte Black |
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| ENGINE |
DATA |
ENGINE |
4-stroke, four-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 16-valve, TSCC* |
| BORE & STROKE |
81.0 x 65.0mm |
| DISPLACEMENT |
1340cc |
| COMPRESSION RATIO |
12.5:1 |
| MAX. POWER |
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| MAX. TORQUE |
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| FUEL INECTION |
Fuel Injection |
| LUBRICATION |
Wet Sump |
| GEAR BOX |
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| CLUTCH |
6-speed, constant mesh |
| FINAL DRIVE |
Chain |
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