Suzuki Introduces Five Models for 2013

Suzuki dealers assembling in Las Vegas this week for the company’s annual business meeting were introduced to five more models they can expect to sell in 2013: the GW250, Burgman 650 ABS, C90T Boss, GSX-R 1 Million Commemorative Edition and Hayabusa Limited Edition.

GW250
Offering the look of a baby B-King, the GW250 is expected to stimulate Suzuki’s entry-level motorcycle sales.

Powered by a fuel-injected and liquid-cooled 248cc parallel twin engine developing 24.1hp @ 8,500 rpm and 16.2 ft. lb. @2,600 rpm, this diminutive two-wheeler features a six-speed transmission, KYB suspension components (preload adjustable in the rear), 290mm single front disc and 240mm rear disc brakes, IRC tires (110/80-17 front and 140/70-17 rear) multi-function LCD instrument cluster and dual exhaust muffler.

Price is still to be determined.

C90T Boss
The blacked out Boulevard C90T Boss (MSRP: $13,999) is an all-new model aimed at customers who want to tour with their cruiser.

The first Boulevard to feature factory-built hard side cases as standard equipment, the C90T Boss further aids distance riders with a full-size windscreen, wide rear-swept handlebars, flat seat and floorboards that all combine to maximize comfort.

Sharing a platform with the M90, the bike is powered by a refined 1462cc liquid-cooled V-twin developing 77.8hp @ 4,800 rpm and 96.6 ft. lbs. @ 2,600 rpm.

Burgman 650 ABS
This latest version of the big Burgman receives updated styling with a slimmer rear section, redesigned lighting and instrument cluster, 4 lb. weight reduction and a claimed 15% improvement in fuel economy via a refined transmission.

Powered by a 638cc twin-cylinder engine developing 61hp @ 7,000 rpm and 45.7 ft. lbs. @ 6,400 rpm, the Burgman 650 ABS now comes standard with an electronically adjustable windshield, power folding mirrors and adjustable rider backrest – items previously only available on the Executive model.

Price is still to be determined.

Commemorative Edition GSX-R1000
Suzuki launched the GSX-R series 27 years ago, in 1985, and earlier this year produced its one-millionth unit. To mark the milestone, the OEM introduced the GSX-R 1 Million Commemorative Edition ($13,999).

Based on a standard GSX-R1000, this particular model is outfitted with a serial production plate, red-anodized front fork caps, gold-colored front fork outer tube, red rear suspension spring, black front brake calipers with red Brembo lettering, pin stripes on the wheels, a single seat cowl and a special key fob with “R” logo.

The GSX-R 1 Million Commemorative Edition will be limited to a production run of 1,985 units. Incredibly, 1,000 of those units are headed for the U.S – the GSX-R’s largest market.

Hayabusa Limited Edition
The Hayabusa was heralded as the fastest production motorcycle in the world when introduced in 1999. For 2013, engineers worked to get the Hayabusa ($14,399) to stop more rapidly and safely with the addition of Brembo Monoblock calipers and an anti-lock braking system.

Looking for exclusivity? Suzuki also is ready to roll out a limited edition model ($14,599) in a striking yellow.