This page is a comparison between the original Suzuki B-King GSX1300BK
versus the
2nd generation Suzuki Hayabusa specifications and performance! The Suzuki B-King
could be called a naked version of the 2nd generation Hayabusa but it is more
than that. Originally a concept motorcycle at various motorcycle shows
since 2001 it was finally revealed as a production model for 2008 at the
2007 Tokyo Motorshow. (I was there!)
The B-King is NOT just an un-faired or naked
version of the Hayabusa. It has a new frame, swingarm and key geometry changes
but shares the engine some suspension components, brake parts and other bits and
pieces.
As far as performance between the B-King and
Hayabusa its probably exactly the same until the air resistance prevents you
from physically going any faster when on the B-King. The engine has been
de-tuned slightly and has selectable engine mapping to decrease performance even
further.
Personally I don't understand why the original de-tuning was necessary since it
already has S-DMS modes! Nonetheless if you want a pre-made Hayabusa engined
naked bike (and a very nice one at that) this is the one to get. It is probably
the fastest version out there so do get
it purely for that reason and you'll be happy!
As for style and looks I do not think is is
anything special (feel free to disagree) it is too conservative for that! I say this because the naked
bikes, specifically from the Italian marques come out of the factory looking
like custom bikes already. Just visit the MV Augusta and Ducati website
for examples. While they look good though they are missing the HUGE power
of a Hayabusa engine. That said the B-King is clearly a modders dream since so much more
can be done to lift its looks.
There aren't many competitors in the brute power
naked class, the only one I can think of is the new but limited edition Yamaha
V-Max. Regardless of which one you choose you will be happy.
Note: Specifications are from the Tokyo Motorshow
information and Hayabusa manual. I haven't ridden a B-King at the time of
writing this comparison.
In-line 4 DOHC TSCC
81.0 mm
65.0 mm
1340 cc
12.5 : 1
Non-woven fabric
Electric
Wet sump
Electronic Fuel Injection
(EFI)
2190 mm
735 mm
1165 mm
1480 mm
120 mm
805 mm
220 kg
449 kg
In-line
4 cylinder DOHC 16-Valve
81.0 mm
65.0 mm
1340 cc
12.5 : 1
Non-woven fabric
Electric
Wet sump
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
2245 mm
800 mm
1085 mm
1525 mm
Highway 5.4 litres (Premium) @ 100kph
average per 100kms
City 7.8 litres (Premium) per 100kms average
Various corners minimal hills and mid 25 Celsius.
A-Mode only.
