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21 May 2009 20/5/2009 : Hayabusa news is a bit slow over the last few months. Which has enabled me to update the motorcycle pictures site to BLOG format so do check it out. Motorcycle pictures site 11/2/2009
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Victorian Bush Fires have killed hundreds of
people and homes leaving 4/10/2008
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The 2009 colour schemes are out. 14/9/2008 : Since I'm still waiting for more Hayabusa news for the 2009 (due any day now) and I noticed that was sent some material about Suzuki Kizashi concept. It's not a motorcycle but a new car to be made by Suzuki and release within a year or two. We're familiar with the competent and robust Suzuki Jimny/Sierra, Swift, Liana and Grand Vitara models but they lack the street cred element and size that most of the other Japanese manufacturers have. The new model attempts to address that should lift Suzuki's profile - based on looks alone. Check out some pictures and more information here: Suzuki Kizashi 19/6/2008 : The recall is world wide. 17/6/2008 : Not the best news this update. The first 2nd generation (2008) Hayabusa Recall has been issued. The letter says (summarized) that the ignition switch lead wire may be effect with repeated movement of the handlebar. In the worst case scenario the wire may break and basically stop the engine if on and stall. It obviously won't start if broken. So there you go! Not exactly a earth shattering but dangerous enough. I don't know which countries the recall effects apart from Australia or which production batches at this stage. See the 2nd Generation FAQ page for more information. 26/3/2008 : This is it everyone. The first and I reckon, the best and free animated Hayabusa screensaver/wallpaper (because I made it) for your mobile phone! Check it out in Free Stuff and Downloads 16/3/2008 : There hasn't been much new - news in regards to the Hayabusa but there I shall be spending the Easter break working on a new project for the 2nd generation Hayabusa! All will be revealed in a couple of weeks. HINT: the ultimate accessory for your Hayabusa. Well, at least I think so... 6/1/2008 : Lot's of new stuff have been updated and loaded including the new BLOG and the 2008 brochure scans! See the main page for appropriate links! 9/12/2007 : It's been awhile but I now have a 2008 Hayabusa sitting in my garage and awaiting the next few years of reviewing! It's a Blue one and it feels great. Checkout the other pages as I continue the long term review. 27/11/2007 : Well it seems that 2008 models have now been released for sale in Australia and most of the world. I've been so busy I haven't noticed - shocking isn't it. So the question is 2007 or 2008? That is up to you! More news as it becomes available. 11/11/2007 : In the process of writing up my report on the 2007 Tokyo motor show - hopefully have it completed sometime this week! 4/10/2007 : I now doing the review of the 2008 model you can check it out here. I haven't finished it yet but posted what I've got so far because I don't think I can finish it on Sunday. Suzuki Hayabusa Review 2008 16/9/2007 : 2008 Hayabusa release dates are an interesting topic at the moment. For various sources Australian release will be in October simultaneous with the rest of the world? I'd like to believe that its true but it'll probably be mid November if this year or February 2008. 15/7/2007 : Ohhhh lovely rear end! Available Specs
7/7/2007 : An auspicious day for more rear end pictures!
5/7/2007 : Opps! - I forgot about the White with red flames edition - similar to the ZX14! Model History 30/6/2007 : Just to add I told you'd be surprised. Personally I love the rear end.
27/6/2007 : Available Specs 27/6/2007
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you go - to loyal visitors first pic sent in by Tom B!
9/6/2007 : Some more interesting information on a possible new model. I've heard credible claims of 156Kw from a revised 1300cc engine. 23/3/2007 : A certain magazine is about to release 'scoop' pictures of the 2007 Hayabusa. Unfortunately the publication is well known for its um - how shall I put it - inaccuracies when it comes to news like this. The picture its self shows old hat deign clues and incorrect themes. You only have to look at the forth coming GSX-R1000 to see where Suzuki is heading for the next model! Honestly that said I can tell you that you will be surprised at the actual design of the new model - it's all but done just waiting for the existing run outs and competition -Ie. Honda. The estimated release date is either October this year - a 60% chance or 2008 90%. 20/3/2007
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No breaking Hayabusa news this month so I'm working on a new 9/2/2007 : Regional New for Oklahoma US! Hayahusa OHP Police bikes Thanks SH. 1/2/2007 : As infallible as ever (ie very late news) - if you want a Hayabusa engine supercar you can drive on the road as well check out the Westfield XTR 2. www.westfield-sportscars.co.uk Not the most practical thing on the road but then who cares ! 7/1/2007
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forget that the Dakar Rally is on again. Here are some links! 17/11/2006 : For those who want a de-frocked (naked) Hayabusa, Suzuki will be releasing the B-King which is Hayabusa engined - of course! 9/11/2006 : An eagle eyed reader pointed out the Suzuki apparently announced that the new Hayabusa will be released in 2008. Thanks B Amann. 26/9/2006
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the latest news is that the 2007 Hayabusa models have been released and only
minor changes - at least for the US and UK. Looking back at the emails sent during the year is that almost all point to the same unreliable source year after year! 26/7/2006
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to the latest statistics. Australia is still in the grip of a motorcycle
boom. 23/6/2006 : In case no-one noticed Honda has dropped the CBR1100XX or Blackbird. That can only mean one thing...well actually two! They've given up the fight or their getting ready for an ALL new one! Considering Honda's getting its groove back I suspect we won't be disappointed. 2006/2007 is going to be a good year I think! 11/6/2006 : More sort of late news. Motorcycle world (online mag) has just put up a comparison ZX-14 vs The Hayabusa. Apparently performance times are similar but the ZX-14 having better in gear times. (obviously due to engine capacity) The Hayabusa handles better which is no surprise as I announced earlier. Check out their web site and see what you think ! 28/5/2006 : More late news May 2006 Cycleworld's SPORT BIKE magazine has 18 pages devoted to the Hayabusa. Check it out at your local mag shop. I haven't received any further info on the next generation Hayabusa which surprises me .... MORE 15/5/2006 : More news indicates that an all new model is definitely on the cards. 3/4/2006 : The prior was a sad attempt at an April Fools post ! Hope you got it. 1/4/2006
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These are the latest Hayabusa prototype images. Specs
include optional side-car ! I'm not sure about the active aerodynamics
systems though... April Fools ! 25/3/2006 : More new or anti-news ! There isn't going to be a 6 afterall. Thanks again to numerous people to sent in even better stuff. Note that MCN reported on the fake new one last year ! Anyway so the goss sent in can be summarised as - '1400cc', 20Kg lighter, use the latest 'active aero-dynamic' fairing system, Ie. it changes shape at different speeds ! Not a dramatic change in shape but air flow related parts. Then again other have reported that there will be no substantial change for this year, just a further refinement of current model. (Which is my preference) Thanks to Daryl S, Daryl Ash, Richard K, Rosa, Michael A, Doug H and everyone else ! 15/3/2006
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Various sources on the net have reported that a 6
cylinder Hayabusa is being developed. Checkout the article.
http://www.motorcyclenews.com/.
5/3/2006 : I've been told there are pre-prod model now ! hmm... 1/3/2006 : I'm still sending out feelers for any new at all about the new Hayabusa. But nothing's turning up that hasn't come up before. However bets are on that Suzuki will release a new version later this year. Only one thing that makes this forecast slightly iffy - is the forth coming news from Honda - of all manufacturers ! 18/1/2006 : Important : The Australian National Transport Commission is about to legislate - officially banning 'lane splitting'. The way the justification for this legislation appears quite off. They say they had input from all relevant state authorities but the point is - how come it so dangerous when cars are stopped ? It appears to have been written by some loony who doesn't drive very much or very well or concerned about the environment or just pissed of because they couldn't get they're large 4wd through traffic maybe they thought they where driving a race car... The press release reads fine but read the actual document - what a piece of... Have your say quickly and
stop this bureaucratic crap.
2/1/2006 : Though not Hayabusa related I'd like to remind everyone about the DAKAR rally that's happening RIGHT now ! Where else can you see Mitsubishi EVOs, VW toureg's, Hummers, Izuzu, Toyota 4wds, Harleys, Yamaha, KTM all racing against each other and the clock in one race. Even better the race track isn't even vaguely circular with bonus wild animals and desert raiders ! Check it out at www.dakar.com or check your local TV guide. For Australian viewers its on SBS at 6pm-6.30pm daily. However on Mondays it is followed by the much talked about Top Gear at 7.30pm. 8/10/2005 : Good news - there is a 'Limited' edition all grey/white or gun metal version for the US. Personally I thought the colour was more white than grey but a black frame?. It looks good anyway. Elsewhere and for Japan only ? A variation of the Blue/Silver which if you haven't guessed by now is the corporate colours for Suzuki. Although I always thought it was white. 4/10/2005
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Well everyone the 2006 models have been released and
what do you know - no change. (For the US so far) So I say the count down is on - next
year has got to be the year unless the ZX14 is really bad... 2/10/2005 : I forgot to add that one thing you can be sure of is that the Hayabusa will be updated significantly either in a few weeks time or 12 months its guaranteed. Don't forget to check out Motorcycle Special Feature 28/09/2005 : Ok everyone, you all should already know Kawasaki has released the all new ZX-14 and BMW done its K12, Honda hasn't said anything about the Blackbird and Yamaha doesn't appear to have anything in its line up. So the question is will Suzuki launch this year or wait... Only a few more days to go. I've been waiting for some info from Honda people... I've been flat out with work and site updates that I simply forgot to do this page. Thanks to Ron H for the heads up ! 21/08/2005 : Apparently a new lot of Hayabusa pictures are now floating around. As you know I like to be as accurate as possible so I'm going to say that they aren't real ! I have requested more info from everyone I know as nothing has come back to me so stay tuned. I want to add further that why should a range topping model copy the design of an existing model. Sure expect engine modifications but the look... Oh well lets wait it October for the official release. To keep you entertained whilst waiting check out this tit bit: http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/anime.php?id=1453 24/02/2005 : News from the trenches reveal that there won't be a new model Hayabusa released this year despite the rumors circulating yet again. Apparently sales are still moving along and trends have moved along - and Suzuki hasn't got a model available for this next year. 19/02/2005 : More older news left out last week was that the US is getting another limited edition colour scheme. Gunmetal grey only (from the Black/Grey combo) With a black frame. Pre order now for delivery in May 05. Anyone with tech details pls email because this version looks like just a 'limited' colour scheme. 12/02/2005 : Just in case you didn't know here's a link to Official Hayabusa accessories. http://www.suzukicycles.com/Accessories/ Just follow the prompts. 23/01/2005 : Thanks to John P for Orlando. He informed me of a Discovery Channel show called the 'Seven Wonders of Motorcycles' (or something similar). It aired around 11/1/2005 The No.1 was our favorite bike of course. John informed me that they won't releasing it on DVD or re-running it ! So if want email of give Discovery Channel a ring and object. Tell them at least DVD pls... While you're at why not check out my own Future Classics. 8/01/2005 : The DAKAR is on again (formerly known as the Paris-Dakar) now called the Telefonica Dakar. Since it no longer starts in Paris it is just called the Dakar. The annual mega-rally I feel is the best test of man/woman and machine. It's simply huge. Check out the latest news and competitors at www.dakar.com The Australian rep, Andy Caldecott is on a KTM. Doing an excellent job I might add so far ! See my BLOG page for more opinions. Suzuki Hayabusa news archive 2002-2004
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