Kiwi Rider July Vol.2 2023 | Page 99

“ The Hayabusa series has been a flagship model representing Suzuki , and has fans all over the world ”, Suzuki Motor Corporation President , Mr Toshihiro Suzuki said . “ We would like to express our deepest gratitude that this model is able to celebrate its 25th anniversary and that it has been continuously loved by everyone for this long . I have personally test ridden the prototype of the current third-generation model , and I am proud to say that we , the Suzuki team , can present to you the best model to date . The Hayabusa will never stop its evolution . We ask for your continued love and support .” That support seems to be strong . In 2022 , the Hayabusa production exceeded 200,000 units worldwide . That ’ s a lot of fast birds of prey . Pricing for the Anniversary model will be $ 29,999 plus on roads .
Suzuki Drive Mode Selector ( SDMS ), which allowed adjusting of the output characteristics by riders ’ choice . Flash forward to 2021 and the long-awaited third-generation Hayabusa was introduced , with a fully improved engine and chassis , and various electronic controls . The engine and chassis parts have been fully reassessed , along with adopting the electronic control system “ S . I . R . S ( Suzuki Intelligent Ride System )”, such as traction control systems and Bi-directional quick shift systems .
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