emissions regulations . Updates include new electronic throttle bodies , new airbox , updated camshafts and Suzuki ’ s Clutch Assist System . The result is an engine that produces 112kW ( 152PS ) at 11,000rpm and 106Nm of torque at 9250rpm with Suzuki heavily focusing on creating smooth power delivery in the midrange as well as higher engine revs . That peak power figure is 2kW more than the 1000F and is achieved 1000rpm later in the rev range , while the GT produces slightly less peak torque . In the real world , Suzuki claims that GSX- S1000GT is able to run a quarter-mile ( 400m ) in 10.15 seconds compared to the GSX-S1000F ’ s 10.25 seconds .
BETTER WIND PROTECTION AND COMFORT As with its predecessor in the lineup , the GT has the rider sitting in an upright body position protected by a thoroughly well-designed aerodynamics package The wind-deflecting bodywork is matched to a windscreen capable of diverting the airflow without hampering vision when being ridden sportily . Suzuki has tweaked the ergonomics so that the rider on the GT is actually sitting up straighter than the 1000F , which had riders slightly leaned forward by comparison . Completing the ergonomic package is a plush rider ’ s seat complemented by a comfortable pillion pad with easily-reached grab rails and ample legroom . The luggage seen in the press photos is an optional extra , however , with enough space to fit rider and pillion ’ s full-face helmets , it would be high on the list of must-have accessories for the bike if more than blasting around backroads was on the menu .
COMPETITIVE PRICING Another step up from the 1000F is the electronics package , which brings a host of useful tech to the rider ’ s fingertips . Interestingly , it appears Suzuki hasn ’ t gone down the six-axis Inertial Management Unit route as so many other manufacturers have , which should mean that the price is kept very competitive . Electronics include three engine maps , five traction control settings ( plus it can also be switched off entirely ), cruise control , bidirectional quickshifter and Suzuki ’ s easy start system . Helping the rider navigate the electronics
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