Brea, Calif, (November 7, 2017) – In conjunction with Suzuki Motor Corporation’s product announcement at theEICMA show in Milan, Italy, Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (SMAI) is pleased to announce more 2018 motorcycles that will soon be coming to dealerships in the United States. These returning models include championship caliber Supersports, a pair of nimble and fun Standard bikes, and a pair of Adventure-ready mounts that are the smartest choice in the category.

This championship family of liter-class bikes return for 2018 with new colors and graphics for the GSX-R1000, the GSX-R1000 ABS, and the extraordinary GSX-R1000R. Each model uses the same 999.8cc, DOHC inline-four engine that produces great top-end power with a strong low to mid-range pull thanks to the exclusive Suzuki Variable Valve Timing system. They share a compact twin-spar type aluminum frame for nimble handling with loads of grip when cornering. The electronic rider aids, which collect dynamic information via a three axis, six direction Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) help advance rider performance to a level that can only be achieved on a GSX-R.

The GSX-R1000 ABS, GSX-R1000R, SV650 ABS, V-Strom 650 and the V-Strom 650 XT are equipped with anti-lock braking systems (ABS). Depending on road surface conditions, such as wet, loose, or uneven roads, braking distance for an ABS-equipped vehicle may be longer than for a vehicle not equipped with ABS. ABS cannot prevent wheel skidding caused by braking while cornering. Please drive carefully and do not overly rely on ABS.

The GSX-R1000, GSX-R1000 ABS, GSX-R1000R, V-Strom 650 and the V-Strom 650 XT are equipped with Traction Control Systems. The Traction Control System is not a substitute for the rider’s throttle control. It cannot prevent loss of traction due to excessive speed when the rider enters a turn and/or applies the brakes. Neither can it prevent the front wheel from losing grip.