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2008 Suzuki Hayabusa 1300
Since its introduction, the world-renowned Suzuki Hayabusa has had only one competitor: Itself. Redesigned for 2008, the new Hayabusa is guaranteed to make your heart race, with a thoroughly updated engine for more raw power, an improved power-to-weight ratio for even greater acceleration, a refined chassis and suspension for crisper handling, and striking new fairing for sleeker aerodynamics. Many said the original was the best. In 2008, the best got even better.
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Redesigned engine, chassis and suspension systems are engineered for unsurpassed power, precision handling and superb aerodynamics, creating the ultimate sportbike.
Completely reengineered 1340cc liquid-cooled inline four-cylinder engine with double-overhead camshafts and four titanium valves per cylinder, with an increased compression ratio of 12.5:1, race-proven SDTV digital electronic Suzuki fuel injection, producing extraordinary low-end torque for tremendous acceleration matched by unrivaled top-end performance.
Suzuki DMS 3-mode engine management performance settings
Redesigned chassis developed with race-proven technology features a twin-spar aluminum alloy design and new, highly rigid swingarm for precise handling and outstanding.
Refined suspension systems include fully adjustable inverted telescopic fork with DLC coating and fully adjustable link-type rear suspension, providing smooth performance and precise feedback.
New radial-mounted front brake calipers
New fairing and bodywork reflects Hayabusas preeminent performance and provides sleek contours for remarkable aerodynamic efficiency.
2008 Suzuki Hayabusa 1300
Specifications
Engine
- Engine
- 1340cc, 4-stroke, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 16-valve
- Fuel System
- Suzuki Fuel Injection
- Starting System
- Electric
- Fuel Capacity
- 5.5 gal. (5.3 gal. CA model)
Transmission
- Ignition
- Digital/Transistorized
- Transmission
- 6-speed, constant mesh
- Final Drive
- Chain
Chassis
- Suspension Front
- Inverted telescopic, coil spring, fully adjustable spring preload, adjustable rebound damping and adjustable compression damping
- Suspension Rear
- Link-type, oil damped, coil spring, fully adjustable spring preload, adjustable compression and rebound damping
- Brake Front
- Radial mount, 4-piston calipers, 310mm disc, twin
- Brake Rear
- 1-piston caliper, 260mm disc
- Tires Front
- 120/70-ZR-17M/C (58W), tubeless
- Tires Rear
- 190/50-ZR-17M/C (73W), tubeless
Dimensions
- Length
- 86.6 in.
- Width
- 29.1 in.
- Wheelbase
- 58.5 in.
- Seat Height
- 31.7 in.
- Ground Clearance
- 4.7 in.
- Dry Weight
- 485 lbs
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