AFTER its successful launch in the global market early this year, the much-awaited newest generation of the Suzuki Hayabusa has finally arrived in the Philippines. Hailed as the Ultimate Sport Bike, it earned its status as the fastest production motorcycle for two decades. This motorcycle aims to raise the bar in more terrific refinement, dignity and riding pleasure on its third generation.
With more than 115,000 units sold, Hayabusa’s design inspiration came from the peregrine falcon, the fastest member of the animal kingdom. The very first introduction of Hayabusa in 1999 shocked the motorcycle world by delivering a whole new level of speed, power, and overall performance. Then its second facelift in 2008 retained all the hallmark features of the original Hayabusa. With the introduction of new features, including a bold new body design is a bigger engine displacement.
Further enhancement of performance in 2013 includes the front brakes and introduced an Anti-locking Brake System (ABS). These new features helped sell another 74,100 units over the life of the second generation, bringing total sales of the Hayabusa to more than 189,100 units. Now the 3rd generation Hayabusa leverages the latest technological innovations to provide greater control and comfort and ultimately assist riders in gaining confidence as they enjoy outings on the “Ultimate Sport Bike.”
Creating a new legend in the Philippines, the new Hayabusa proudly carries on the legacy as the ultimate sportbike, delivering even smoother torque and more power through the low to mid-range. The electric ignition and fuel-injected 1,340 cm3 engine is a four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, in-line four (81.0 mm x 65.0 mm bore/stroke) with a compression ratio of 12.5:1. The transmission is a six-speed constant mesh. It delivers an even faster and more controllable on the whole. Fuel capacity is at 20 liters.
Matching its features is an elegant styling that showcases the marriage of both power and poise. The vertically stacked multi-LED headlight creates a sharp new look with its oversized, bold styling and eye-pleasing presence. Position lights with integrated turn signal neatly flank the outer edges of the sizeable SRAD air intakes are a first on a Suzuki motorcycle. Meanwhile, the LED rear combination lights create a sharp accent running horizontally across the bottom of the tail section. The ergonomic handlebar switch design features operating ease and efficiency.
As for Electric Equipment Features, an instrument cluster has a modern new look and enhanced functionality. It includes introducing a new TFT LCD panel between the large analog tachometer and speedometer that features an Active Data display offering a real-time view of the bike’s running status.
The front has an inverted telescopic, coil spring, and oil damped in terms of suspension setup. The rear, meantime, has link type, coil spring, as well as, oil damped. The front brake is a Brembo Stylema, 4-piston, twin disc, and ABS-equipped. As for its rear, it is a Nissin, single-piston, single disc, and ABS-equipped. This new sportbike is rolling on 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) front tubeless and 190/50ZR17M/C (73W), rear tubeless tires. Overall dimensions are 2,180 mm x 735 mm x 1,165 mm with 1,480 mm wheelbase and 125 mm ground clearance. The seat height is 800 mm, and the curb weight is 264 kilograms.
Suzuki Intelligent Ride System (SIRS.)
An advanced new collection of intelligent electronic controls lets riders choose how the bike will respond and perform in various situations. It also provides several additional comforts and convenience features that bring greater pleasure to riding and pride to ownership.
These advanced features are Drive Mode Selector Alpha (SDMS-α), featuring a selection of three-factory preset and three user-definable modes, Motion Track Traction Control System (10 modes + OFF), Power Mode Selector (three modes), Bi-directional Quick Shift System (two modes + OFF), and Anti-lift Control System (10 modes + OFF). Other functions include Engine Brake Control System (three modes + OFF), Motion Track Traction Control System (10 modes + OFF), Power Mode Selector (three modes), Bi-directional Quick Shift System (two modes + OFF), Anti-lift Control System (10 modes + OFF), and Engine Brake Control System (three modes + OFF).
This new sportbike also has an Active Speed Limiter, Launch Control System (three modes), Emergency Stop Signal, Suzuki Easy Start System, Low RPM Assist, Cruise Control System, Combined Brake System, Motion Track Brake System, Slope Dependent Control System, and Hill Hold Control System.
The all-new 2022 Suzuki Hayabusa is now available for reservation at any Suzuki Big Bikes Center nationwide. It retails at P1.088 million. Available colors are Glass Sparkle Black/Candy Burnt Gold, Metallic Mat Sword Silver/Candy Daring Red, and Pearl Brilliant White/Metallic Mat Stellar Blue).
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