

Sadly, flat-profile tyres kill the agility of the motorcycle. If dialled right, the Katana treats you well in terms of dampening, rebound, and compression. The suspension on the Katana is sourced from Kayaba, and it offers adjustability on both ends. As a result, the 0-100 kmph timing is just 2.6 seconds. Well, this power train is phenomenal as regards for NVH levels, and similarly, the clutch and gearbox are fuss-free in terms of operation. Coupled to a 6-speed gearbox, the Katana gets a slipper clutch with an assist function. With a dual-overhead-cam, it puts out a peak power output of 152 hp and 106 Nm of max torque. It uses a 4-cylinder engine derived from the legendary K5 motor. We’ll start by saying that the Katana is a powerful motorcycle. Furthermore, it comes with a bi-directional quickshifter and adjustable suspension on both ends.Īlso read - Triumph Tiger Sport 660 Road Test Review - Top 5 things about this 'Brit' touring motorcycle: Watch Video 2022 Suzuki Katana Review: Performance Switch it off completely, and the Katana is ready to head towards the horizon with its front wheel up in the air. Furthermore, a 5-level traction control system ensures that the wheels are on the ground all the time and not slipping, of course. FebruSuzuki's GSX600F and GSX750F Katanas Blake Connor Talk with any sport rider and it's likely he or she will be able to extol, chapter and verse, the virtues of all the newest.


These modes make sure that even newbies are comfortable swinging a leg over the Katana. However, the party trick here is the three riding modes, namely A, B, and C. What you do get is an all-digital backlit instrument cluster, which is not legible in broad daylight conditions.
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Although, there’s no Bluetooth connectivity on offer and no USB charger either. The Suzuki Katana comes loaded with quite some tech. HAGANE FORGED PERFECTION The high performance 999cc four-stroke DOHC liquid-cooled inline-four engine that powers the Katana inherits true winning superbike DNA. On the whole, it is an eye-catching composition. Sadly, the rear end remains a miss for us, as it feels bulkier than the front end. The golden paint scheme for the alloy wheels adds some contrast and bling to the stealthy look of the motorcycle. Suzuki's oft-ignored, yet highly capable, 600 and 750 Katanas. Also, the semi-faired styling is a neat affair with impeccable fit-finish levels. However, we are sure that the Katana’s styling will have mixed opinions from the masses.Īround the nose, it gets a rectangular headlamp, which is an all-LED unit. It uses straight lines all around, which do remind us of the Japanese sword. The Katana for sure looks sharp with enough on its side to fit perfectly in the Cyberpunk setting. Yes! We have to say that Suzuki has nailed at making a neo-retro motorcycle.
