There’s great a news for bike fans in India, especially for those who have an interest in sports bikes.
Ahead of this year’s Auto Expo, Suzuki Motorcycle India Private Limited (SMIPL) has launched the 2018 edition of the Suzuki Hayabusa in India. 2018 Suzuki Hayabusa’s price is the same as the 2017 editions at Rs. 13.87 Lakh (ex-showroom, New Delhi).
Suzuki will also display the 2018 Hayabusa at the Auto Expo in February. It oloomes in two colour schemes- Glass Sparkle Black and Pearl Glacier White/Pearl Mira Red.
The Busa boasts an iconic status in India. It commands a huge fan following among the big-bike lovers across the country. When Suzuki received a tremendous demand for the Busa, it had to set up a manufacturing plant in India, making it the first ‘Made-in-India’ big bike of 2017.
Since March 2016, the Hayabusa is being imported by Suzuki as CKD (completely knocked down) and assembled at its factory in Gurugram. The launch of the CKD version of the Busa has resulted in a nearly 100% increase in sales of the Hayabusa. Big-bike enthusiasts are keen to buy this new set of wheels with a two-wheeler insurance cover to protect it from any damages and unforeseen events.
2018 Suzuki Hayabusa: |
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| Model | Suzuki Hayabusa |
| Year of Launch | 2018 |
| Category | Sports |
| Price as new (MSRP) | US$ 14,699 (Price will vary in different countries depending on the tax, accessories etc.) |
| Engine & Transmissions | |
| Engine Type | Four strokes, in-line four |
| Details of Engine | Lightweight aluminium alloy pistons and titanium valves, Twin Swirl Combustion Chambers |
| Displacement | 1340.00 CCM (81.77 cubic inches) |
| Power | 197.00 HP (143.8kW) @ 9500 RPM |
| Compression | 12.5:1 |
| Torque | 155.00Nm (15.8 kgf-m or 114.3 ft.lbs) @ 7200 RPM |
| Bore x Stroke | 81.0 x 65.0 mm (3.2 x 2.6 inches) |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Fuel Control | Double overhead twin cam/cams (DOHC) |
| Fuel System | Injection |
| Lubrication System | Wet sump |
| Ignition | Electronic ignition |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling System | Liquid |
| Driveline | Constant mesh, chain RK GB50GSV Z4 along with 114 links |
| Transmission type, final drive | Chain |
| Emission Details | Two catalysers |
| Physical Capacities and Measures | |
| Overall length | 2,190 mm (86.2 inches) |
| Overall width | 735 mm (28.9 inches) |
| Seat height | 805 mm (31.7 inches) If flexible, lowest setting |
| Weight including oil, gas, etc. | 266.0 kg (586.4 pounds) |
| Wheelbase | 1,480 mm (58.3 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 120 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.82 litres (5.50 gallons) |
| Suspension, chassis, wheels and brakes | |
| Front Suspension | Oil damped, coil spring, inverted telescopic |
| Front wheel travel | 120 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Frame type | Twin-spar aluminium-alloy frame |
| Rear Suspension | Oil damped, coil spring, link type |
| Rear wheel travel | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Front tyre | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear tyre | 190/50-ZR17 |
| Wheels | Three-spoke cast-aluminium-alloy wheels |
| Front brakes | Double Disc.ABS.Brembo 4-piston |
| Front brakes diameter | 310 mm (12.2 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single Disc.ABS.Nissin 1-piston |
| Rear brakes diameter | 260 mm (10.2 inches) |
| Other Specifications | |
| Starter | Electric |
| Factory Warranty | 12 months unlimited mileage limited warranty |
The U-shaped patterns in the cylinder-bore sides allow the air pressure formed by descending pistons to drip into adjacent cylinders to trim down mechanical power losses and pumping pressure.
Wrapping it up!
With the launch of 2018 Suzuki Hayabusa, the superbike market of India has become even more electrified. In the Indian market, the 2018 Busa is likely to lock horns with Kawasaki ZX-14R priced @ Rs. 19.7 Lakh.