Suzuki GSX 8 S 8 Kevin Schwantz Tribute - [2024] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.
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Performance Review: Suzuki GSX 8 S 8 Kevin Schwantz Tribute - [2024]

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Suzuki GSX 8 S 8 Kevin Schwantz Tribute - [2024]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

  • Edition: Suzuki GSX 8 S 8 Kevin Schwantz Tribute
  • Year: 2024 | Type: Standard
  • Engine: 776 cc (47.3 ci) 8 Valve
  • Engine Type: Wankel | Cylinders: 2
  • Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: DOHC
  • Fuel Delivery: Carburettor
  • Cooling: Liquid | Fuel Type: Petrol
  • Transmission: 6 speed / Manual
  • Drive: Chain
  • Wet Weight: 202 kgs (445 lbs)
  • Dry Weight: 0 kgs (0 lbs)
  • Power: 83.1 bhp (61 kW) @ 8500 rpm
  • Torque: 57.5 lb-ft (77.9 Nm) @ 6800 rpm
  • BHP Per Ton: 411.3 bhp
  • Torque Per Ton: 284.6 lb-ft
  • 0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 9.0 secs
  • 0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 9.2 secs
  • Top Speed: 130 mph (209.2 kph)
  • 1/4 Mile (Est.): 14.36 secs @ 108 mph
  • Frame: Aluminium
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Suzuki GSX 8 Performance Review.

Introduction:

This edition of the Suzuki GSX 8 S 8 Kevin Schwantz Tribute is the 6 speed / Manual version and was first brought out in 2024. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT and the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+.This particular Suzuki GSX 8 has a 776cc Liquid cooled, Two stroke, Wankel Petrol powerplant with 2 cylinders and Carburettor.

Yamaha XSR 700 Twin - [2020] image

An alternative Wankel engine, Standard style motorbike includes the Yamaha XSR 700 Twin - [2020]

The 2024 GSX 8 shares its Wankel engine and Standard style configuration with the likes of the 2020 Yamaha XSR 700 Twin and the 2018 Yamaha XSR 700 Twin. Alternatively, if you're looking for other bikes which share the GSX 8's Standard style with a similar size of engine then how about the 2020 Yamaha XSR 700 Twin | 2020cc.2018 Yamaha XSR 700 Twin | 2018cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 202 kgs (445 lbs) this makes the Suzuki GSX 8 S 8 Kevin Schwantz Tribute in the same weight category as the 2025 Yamaha YZF-R9 Triple or the 2025 Yamaha MT-07 Twin Cylinder , give or take 50kg.

Yamaha T�n�r� 700 Rally - [2025] image

The 2024 Suzuki GSX 8 shares the same bhp with the Yamaha Ténéré 700 Rally - [2025]

In terms of power the 776cc 8 valve Wankel 2 cylinder engine produces 83.1 bhp (61 kW) @ 8500 rpm similar to the 2025 Yamaha Ténéré 700 Rally [72.4 bhp (53 kW) @ 9000 rpm] or the 2025 Suzuki SV 650 ABS [73 bhp (54 kW) @ 8500 rpm].

The DOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 57.5 lb-ft (77.9 Nm) @ 6800 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 Triple [68.5 lb-ft (93.0 Nm) @ 7000 rpm] and the 2025 Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC [73.0 lb-ft (99.1 Nm) @ 7700 rpm].

Power to Weight:

If one combines the weight with power or torque performance for the Suzuki GSX 8 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

Kawasaki Gpz 900 Ninja - [1997] image

The 1997 Kawasaki Gpz 900 Ninja has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 2024 Suzuki GSX 8 S 8 Kevin Schwantz Tribute.

The 2024 Suzuki GSX 8 S 8 Kevin Schwantz Tribute has a Power to weight ratio of 411.3 bhp per ton and 284.6 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 2024 GSX 8 competing with the 1997 Kawasaki Gpz 900 Ninja [435.4 bhp\ton] and the 1991 Kawasaki Gpz 900 Ninja [435.4 bhp\ton].


Power to Weight(cont.):

If you agree with the late great Carroll Shelby, then arguably an even better indicator of potential performance is Torque. Factor weight into the equation and you end up with - Torque per ton, with the Suzuki GSX 8 generating around 284.6 lb-ft per ton. If you're curious as to what other motorbikes have as much torque to weight then look no further than the 2024 Yamaha WR 450 F [309.4 lb-ft per ton] and the 2006 Yamaha XV 1700 Road Star Midnight [309.0 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 9.0 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 9.2 secs, this makes the Suzuki GSX 8 S 8 Kevin Schwantz Tribute similar in acceleration to the 2023 Suzuki GSX 8 S (9.0 secs) and the 2020 Yamaha MT-07 Twin Cylinder (9.0 secs). This Suzuki GSX 8 S 8 Kevin Schwantz Tribute also competes in terms of 0-60 mph and 0-100km/h with the 2018 Honda CB 250 R Neo Sports Cafe (0.0 secs) and the 2020 Norton Superlight SS (0.4 secs).

Kawasaki KLR 650 DOHC - [2018] image

Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 2024 Suzuki GSX 8 S 8 Kevin Schwantz Tribute and the 2018 Kawasaki KLR 650 DOHC

When talking about the performance of the 2024 Suzuki GSX 8 S 8 Kevin Schwantz Tribute on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 14.8 secs @ 108 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 2018 Kawasaki KLR 650 DOHC (14.8 secs) and the 1984 Yamaha DT 200 R (14.8 secs).

Top Speed:

The 2024 version of the Suzuki GSX 8 S 8 Kevin Schwantz Tribute has a maximum speed of 130mph.

Honda CB 1000 Big One Super Four - [1996] image

Top Speed of the 2024 GSX 8 equals the 1996 Honda CB 1000 Big One Super Four

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 2024 Suzuki GSX 8 S 8 Kevin Schwantz Tribute then how about a 1996 Honda CB 1000 Big One Super Four (141 mph) and the 1995 Honda CB 1000 T2 Super Four (141 mph).

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