Suzuki has taken the wraps off two all-new neo-retro roadsters – the GSX-8T and GSX-8TT. These new 8T models are built on the same platform as the GSX-8R sportbike, with some obvious visual differences and some not-so-obvious changes under the new suave design.
Powering the new GSX-8T and GSX-8TT is the same 776cc, twin-cylinder, liquid-cooled motor making the same 83hp, 78Nm as it does in the GSX-8R and V-Strom 800DE – both of which are sold in India. The 6-speed gearbox is carried over as is the bidirectional quickshifter and the gearing on the 8T models is more or less the same as the 8R.
What’s remarkably different on the 8T models compared to the other 776cc Suzukis is the styling. With their round LED headlights, chisselled, muscular tank and flat ‘bars, the 8T models follow the neo-retro roadster design textbook down to the tee. The 8TT is more cafe racer than roadster with its bellypan and slick little bikini fairing perched atop that handsome LED headlight. The 8TT’s seat also has a more premium finish.
