What’s New: Classic Design Meets 2025 Tech
Suzuki is going back in time – but in a good way. The all-new GSX-8T and GSX-8TT are here to bring old-school style with modern underpinnings. These middleweight street bikes draw heavy inspiration from Suzuki’s golden era, reimagined through the lens of 2025 performance and rider tech.
Coming global in mid-2025, they’re for seasoned riders and new enthusiasts looking for character with capability.
GSX-8T & 8TT: Two Bikes, One Soul
GSX-8T: The Street Classic
Inspired by the 1960s T500 Titan, the GSX-8T has a round headlamp, flat-bottom styling and a bold tank-to-tail paint contrast. The 3D “eight-ball” emblem is the icing on the cake, Suzuki’s nod to the past.
GSX-8TT: Timeless Racer
The GSX-8TT channels vintage racing DNA with its wind-deflecting cowl, sculpted underbelly, and a cool grey-black finish that hints at track heritage. Blacked-out KYB forks, handlebar-end mirrors, and sporty wheels complete the retro-racer look.
Both bikes have Suzuki’s first-ever handlebar-end mirrors – form and function.
Performance for Today
Powering both bikes is a refined 776cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine – the same torque-rich unit that’s also found in Suzuki’s V-Strom 800 and GSX-8 series.
- Output: Approx. 82.9 PS at 8,500 rpm
- Torque: About 78 Nm at 6,800 rpm
- Fuel Tank: 16.5 liters
The 270-degree crank gives V-twin-like character and smooth torque across the rev range – perfect for city sprints and weekend road trips.
Tech to Make Riding Easier
Both models have rider-focused tech under the Suzuki Intelligent Ride System (S.I.R.S.), including:
- SDMS with 3 power modes
- 3-level Traction Control + OFF
- Quickshifter (Up/Down)
- Ride-by-Wire Throttle
- Low RPM Assist & Easy Start* 5-inch Full-Color TFT Display
- USB-C Charging Port
And yes, dual-channel ABS.
Chassis and Control: Any Road, Any Time
Built on a steel twin-spar frame with aluminum swingarm, the 8T and 8TT are for real-world riding.
- Suspension: KYB USD forks + KYB monoshock
- Brakes: Twin 310 mm discs up front, 240 mm rear
- Wheels: Lightweight alloy rims paired with Dunlop Roadsport 2 rubber for precise, confidence-inspiring grip.
- Weight: 201 kg (GSX-8T), 203 kg (GSX-8TT)
Pricing and Launch
Suzuki has priced them competitively in the UK:
- GSX-8T: £9,599
- GSX-8TT: £9,999
Suzuki will kick off international deliveries by mid-2025, beginning with the European and North American markets.
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FAQs
Are the GSX-8T and GSX-8TT beginner-friendly?
While they’re middleweight bikes, the smooth power, rider aids and light weight make them accessible for new riders.
What’s the difference between the GSX-8TT and GSX-8T?
The GSX-8TT leans into vintage track-bike vibes, with a sportier cowl setup, a sleek belly pan, and a more stealthy, race-focused look – all while sharing its core mechanicals with the GSX-8T.
Conclusion
GSX-8T and GSX-8TT aren’t just nostalgia machines – they’re proper bikes that bring heritage to riders who want modern performance and real world useability. Suzuki might just have started a new chapter in the neo-retro story – with power, tech and charm.
