Cool-Motorcycles reviews Suzuki B-King 2008

Suzuki B-King 2008

Meet the Hayabusa’s first cousin -the all-new B-King. And while the Hayabusa is a sleek sophisticate, the B-King is its rowdy alter ego. Its aggressive styling gives it an attitude that simply says, Don’t mess with me.

Featuring a slightly modified version of the 2008 Hayabusa’s new engine, complemented by state-of-the-art chassis and suspension systems, the B-King offers incredible all-around capabilities – breathtaking acceleration matched by precise, responsive handling.

The performance differences between the two bikes are minimal. The B-King has its own valve dimensions to produce smooth, extraordinarily strong low-end power. And it has some unique chassis components, such as its finely crafted swing arm.

The real difference, though, is styling. The B-King’s imposing engine is out there for all the world to see. One look at its twin exhaust pipes is enough to know that it has the power to reward you with a one-of-a-kind sport riding experience.

The new B-King -you’ve never ridden anything like it.

New Engine

• New 1340cc, DOHC liquid-cooled, 16 valve engine shared with the new Hayabusa featuring a gear-driven counterbalancer for smooth operation
• Suzuki SDTV fuel injection system with dual injectors per cylinder and ram air intake with large volume airbox
• S-DMS (Suzuki Drive Mode Selector) allows the rider to choose from two different engine settings depending on riding conditions or rider preferences
• Lightweight titanium intake and exhaust valves with narrow 14 degree valve angle for high combustion chamber efficiency
• High efficiency curved radiator now features dual electric fans controlled by the ECM for increased cooling capacity. Oil cooler now has 10 rows cores for increased heat dissipation.
• 32 bit ECU boasts 1024 ROM for high overall performance and to control new functions like S-DMS
• Ventilation holes at the cylinder skirt for reduced pumping losses and increased overall performance
• Uniquely styled exhaust system enhances the powerful styling of the B-King
• Large volume 4-into-2-into-1 exhaust system with a large capacity catalyzer, oxygen sensors and an oval cross section canister with dual openings that meets Euro 3 and Tier 2 regulation
• The Suzuki Exhaust Tuning (SET) valve is built into the mid-pipe for optimum exhaust efficiency
• Slick shifting 6 speed transmission working in conjunction with an innovative back torque limiting clutch for smooth and controlled downshifts
• Ion plating treatment utilizing PVD (physical vapor deposit) method is applied to piston rings providing a smoother surface treatment for increased durability, reduced friction loss and reduced oil consumption

New Chassis

• All-new Twin-spar cast aluminum alloy frame features optimum rigidity balance and superb handling
• All-new cast aluminum alloy swingarm for the B-King is constructed of 3 main sections for minimal welding lines and a clean overall look
• New KYB inverted front forks are specifically designed for the B-King and are fully adjustable for compression, rebound damping and spring preload to suit rider preferences
• New aluminum alloy rear shock absorber features three-way adjustability with excellent damping characteristics equivalent to those of Suzuki supersport models
• Radial mount front brake calipers feature an all new design built specifically for the B-King and work with 310mm brake rotors to provide superior braking performance.
• Lightweight single piston rear brake caliper works with a 260mm rear disc
• The front brake master cylinder, its reservoir tank, as well as the clutch master cylinder were designed specifically for the aggressive look of the B-King
• The B-King features a new wheel design with a dynamic three spoke look combined with high performance radial tires boasting a massive 200mm rear tire size
• Unique three piece front fender design for a high quality look and an aggressive look
• All New instrument cluster features the signature strong B-King styling with an analog tachometer, digital speedometer, fuel gauge, water temperature gauge, twin tripmeters, clock, maintenance interval, running time, average speed, gear position indicator, and a S-DMS mode indicator
• The B-King also comes equipped with a standard steering damper for maximum stability

Specs

• Engine:    4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC
• Bore Stroke:    81.0 x 65.0mm
• Compression Ratio:    12.5 : 1
• Fuel System:    Fuel injection system
• Lubrication:    Wet sump
• Ignition:    Electronic ignition (Transistorized)
• Transmission:    6-speed constant mesh
• Final Drive:    RK GB50GSV Z4, 118 links
• Overall Length:    2245 mm (88.4 in)
• Overall Width:    800 mm (31.5 in)
• Overall Height:    1085 mm (42.7 in)
• Seat Height:    805 mm (31.7 in)
• Ground Clearance:    120 mm (4.7 in)
• Wheelbase:    1525 mm (60.0 in)
• Dry Weight:    235 kg (518 lbs)
• Suspension Front:    Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
• Suspension Rear:    Link type, coil spring, oil damped
• Brakes Front:    Disc brake, twin
• Brakes Rear:    Disc brake
• Tires Front:    120/70ZR17M/C (58W) tubeless
• Tires Rear:    200/50ZR17M/C (75W) tubeless
• Fuel Tank Capacity:    16.5 L (4.4/3.6 US/Imp gal)
• Color:    Gray/Silver, Black/Matte Black

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