2022 Suzuki Hayabusa: Seven swift facts
All the essential info you need to know about the newly unveiled 2022 Suzuki Hayabusa…The 2022 Suzuki Hayabusa – or GSX1300RRQ – is poised to swoop on Australian dealerships from the middle of 2021. Here's an at-a-glance guide to what you need to know about the latest, third-generation of this warp-speed weapon…
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1. It's had a major tech upgrade
The biggest thrust of the new generation lies within its electronic smarts, and principally with the adoption of its Suzuki Intelligent Ride System (SIRS). This debuted in the 2020 Suzuki V-Strom 1050XT and we'll undoubtedly see this tech spread to other models in Suzuki's line-up.
Incorporating a six-axis Bosch IMU (Inertial Measurement System), SIRS has the following features:
• Suzuki Drive Mode Selector Alpha. Offers a total of six ride modes – three factory set modes (A, B, C, effectively full power and response, an intermediate setting, and a rain mode) and three custom modes (U1, U2, U3).
• Traction control (10 modes plus 'off')
• Cornering ABS
• A choice of three engine output modes
• Engine braking (3 modes plus 'off')
• Wheelie control (10 modes plus 'off')
• Launch control (3 modes)
• Electronic cruise control
• Speed limiter (an industry first, says Suzuki)
• Emergency stop signal (which rapidly flashes all indicators under harsh braking)
• Hill hold control (holds the bike stationary when starting on an incline)
The new Suzuki Hayabusa also features the brand's Low RPM assist to prevent stalling on take-off and the Easy Start System for one-touch engine starting, but it's still an old-school keyed ignition (not a bad thing, some might say).
2. Its engine has been massaged
While the Suzuki Hayabusa's twin-spar aluminium frame and swingarm carry over, its engine has been tweaked – not only to comply with stricter Euro5 emissions legislation, but also to offer "enhanced low-to-midrange power output with improved efficiency and durability".
While the basic format of this barn-storming 1340cc inline four continues, Suzuki says it's now even more refined and stronger, and features new conrods, a bigger airbox, a new 'side feed injector' system, revised combustion chambers and a revised exhaust system. The Suzuki Clutch Assist System is also said to be improved, offering smoother shifting and lighter clutch operation.
However, with all the changes also comes a reduction in maximum power and torque. The new 'Busa produces up to 190hp (140kW) at 9700rpm and 150Nm at 7000rpm, down from 197hp (145kW) at 9500rpm and 155Nm at 7200rpm in the old model.
Top speed is said to be unchanged, at 299km/h, while weight is down by 2kg, to 264kg (wet).
3. It's got new instrumentation and lighting
Rather than a completely different bank of instruments, the new Suzuki Hayabusa has a dash that blends its large analogue speedo and tacho with a new, central TFT LCD display.
The latter either shows the current ride mode setting or an 'Active Data' display, showing info like lean angle, front and rear brake pressure, accelerative G force, and throttle position, in addition to regular trip computer functions like dual trip meters, odometer, ambient temperature, a clock, and a gear position indicator.
The central display also cycles through a Hayabusa kanji character on start-up, and a Suzuki logo on shut-down.
The new Suzuki Hayabusa also features a new LED lighting system, with LED low beam and projector-type high beam headlights, LED taillight, and integrated LED position lights and indicators.
4. The brakes have had a major upgrade
Stopping a bike capable of nigh on 300km/h in kinda important, and to that end the new Suzuki Hayabusa is equipped with Brembo Stylema front brake calipers, plus larger front rotors (up from 310mm in diameter to 320mm.
In addition to that, the Suzuki Hayabusa also features Cornering ABS, utilising data from the six-axis Bosch IMU to regulate braking while banked over through a bend, and it's a linked brake system – operating the front brake also applies some pressure from the rear brake too.
Add in the aforementioned Engine Brake Control and Emergency Stop Signal systems, and stopping the new Suzuki Hayabusa is now bang up to date.
5. Its styling and ergonomics have been tweaked
While the look and aesthetic of the Suzuki Hayabusa have been preserved, the bike's styling has been refreshed to give it a bolder, more modern feel.
There's a tighter, more angular look to the frontal styling, with integrated LED position lights and indicators, plus sharper 'Hayabusa' and Japanese kanji character logos.
The tailpiece is thoroughly redesigned, there's a bump-stop incorporated into the rear seat cowl (the bike also comes with a pillion seat), and there are groupings of V-shaped accents on the cladding below the fuel tank, in front of the air intakes on the cowling, and on the footpegs. Suzuki says these were inspired by the neck feathers on the peregrine falcon, after which the Hayabusa is named.
On the ergonomics front little has really changed, although the handlebars are now 12mm closer to the rider. Suzuki says this "vastly improves comfort and reduces fatigue", although we think that seems a bit of a stretch for a 12mm change!
6. It's way dearer
Looking at all the points above, it wouldn't be unreasonable to expect a significant price hike for the new Suzuki Hayabusa – and you'd be right.
The latest-gen Suzuki Hayabusa is priced at $27,690 ride away, a whopping $8200 more than its predecessor ($19,490 ride away). We reckon that factor alone – and perhaps that the second-gen model has a bit more power and torque – should see any remaining stock of the outgoing model fly off showroom floors.
Meanwhile, it looks like the newcomer has lost its edge as a budget-busting, bang-for-your-buck hypersports machine. That was a big selling point for the old bike, which really hadn't increased in price in real terms since the original launched in 1999 at $17,490 plus on-roads.
Still, the allure and mystique of this high-speed hero is considerable – the Hayabusa virtually has a cult following around the globe – and with all the new tech and features, it's probably priced about right for what it is.
Competitors? In the 'Busa's wheelhouse is Kawasaki's ZX-14R ($24,096 ride away, ex-Sydney) and supercharged Ninja H2 ($40,992 ride away), but that's about it for rivals these days.
7. When does the new 2021 Suzuki Hayabusa go on sale in Australia?
The new Suzuki Hayabusa is expected to go on sale here around the middle of 2021. The model will be available in two colour schemes – Glass Sparkle Black/Candy Burnt Gold and Metallic Matte Sword Silver/Candy Daring Red. We're not slated to receive the white scheme.
Suzuki Australia says it's anticipating high demand for this model, which will be in limited supply. It can be ordered exclusively through Suzuki's 'Build and Order' feature on the Suzuki Australia website.
Customers who pre-order will also receive an 'Ultimate Pack' comprising Hayabusa-branded garage mat, leather race gloves, hat, keyring, bike cover and a Suzuki backpack, valued at $1000, at no extra cost.
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