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Suzuki GSX-8TT
Cafe-racer

Suzuki GSX-8TT

The Suzuki GSX-8TT is a cafe-racer, produces 82 hp and weighs 203 kg.

82 hp

GΓΌΓ§

57 lb-ft (78 Nm)

Tork

203 kg

Ağırlığı

Faired

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πŸ”§ Service Schedule & Parts

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GSX-8TT (2025+)
Service item Every Typical cost Parts
πŸ›’οΈ Engine oil + oil filter 6,000 km / 3,500 mi or 12 mo $40-70 πŸ›’οΈ Buy β†’   βš™οΈ Buy β†’
🌬️ Air filter 18,000 km / 11,000 mi β€” 🌬️ Buy β†’
⚑ Spark plugs 24,000 km / 15,000 mi β€” ⚑ Buy β†’
πŸ”§ Valve clearance check 24,000 km / 15,000 mi $250-450
πŸ”— Chain & sprockets 20000-30000 km (replace) $100-170 πŸ”— Buy β†’
πŸ›‘ Brake pads 15000-25000 km $60-120 πŸ›‘ Buy β†’
πŸ’§ Brake fluid 24,000 km / 15,000 mi or 2 yr β€”
🧊 Coolant 36,000 km / 22,500 mi β€”
πŸ›ž Tires 10000-15000 km $280-420 πŸ›ž Buy β†’
πŸ”© Major service 24,000 km / 15,000 mi $300-500
πŸ’° Annual upkeep ~$250-400 πŸ”© Reliability 9/10 Cafe-styled sibling of the GSX-8T on the same 776cc twin - identical service schedule, proven and cheap to maintain.

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history

Wes Cooley tribute

Its quarter fairing and tank striping are inspired by the GS1000S AMA Superbike that Wes Cooley raced in the early 1980s.

style

Cafe-racer flavor

Adds a bikini fairing, chin spoiler, gold wheels, handlebar-end mirrors and stitched seat over the GSX-8T's stripped-back look.

engine

Same 776cc twin

Shares the GSX-8 series' 270-degree parallel-twin, frame and electronics; differences from the GSX-8T are styling and bodywork only.

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Curated picks for the Suzuki GSX-8TT β€” owned, ridden, recommended.

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πŸ’‘Throttle-by-wire hesitation at low RPM MINOR

Test slow throttle roll-on in parking lot before buying

Fix cost: $0-$150
⚠️Chain and sprocket wear from poor maintenance MODERATE

Inspect chain slack, rust, and sprocket tooth hooking

Fix cost: $150-$300
⚠️Brake fluid neglect causing spongy lever feel MODERATE

Check fluid color in reservoir, test firm brake feel

Fix cost: $50-$120

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☐Check service history for first oil change
☐Inspect fairings for crash damage or repairs
☐Verify ECU has no fault codes stored
☐Test all riding modes and traction control function

Generally solid, newer model with limited long-term data

Full Specifications

Engine Power 82 hp @ 8,500 rpm
Torque 57 lb-ft (78 Nm) @ 6,800 rpm
Weight 203 kg (445 lb) curb
Type Cafe-racer
Fairing Full/Partial Fairing

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are common problems with the Suzuki GSX-8TT? +

Throttle-by-wire hesitation at low RPM: Test slow throttle roll-on in parking lot before buying (minor) | Chain and sprocket wear from poor maintenance: Inspect chain slack, rust, and sprocket tooth hooking (moderate) | Brake fluid neglect causing spongy lever feel: Check fluid color in reservoir, test firm brake feel (moderate)

What is the horsepower of the Suzuki GSX-8TT? +

The Suzuki GSX-8TT produces 82 hp @ 8,500 rpm, with 57 lb-ft (78 Nm) @ 6,800 rpm of torque.

Is the Suzuki GSX-8TT good for beginners? +

Not really β€” the Suzuki GSX-8TT is better for experienced riders.

Is the Suzuki GSX-8TT reliable? +

The Suzuki GSX-8TT has no widely-reported critical reliability issues. 3 minor issues are documented β€” see the Common Problems section above.

Is the Suzuki GSX-8TT good for daily use? +

Better as a weekend/track bike than a daily β€” it's a cafe-racer.

What is the seat height of the Suzuki GSX-8TT? +

The Suzuki GSX-8TT has a seat height of 810 mm (31.9 in). Most riders 170 cm+ will sit comfortably flat-footed.

What gear should I buy for a Suzuki GSX-8TT? +

Motoryk has curated a Top 10 gear list specifically for the Suzuki GSX-8TT, covering engine oil, tires, chain, battery, and brake pads β€” see motoryk.com/bikes/suzuki/gsx-8tt/top10. Each pick is matched to this bike's spec.