After releasing the teaser and leaving behind a range of teasers, Suzuki Motorcycles India has finally launched the much-awaited Katana in the Indian market.
Although this motorcycle is not a new face on the global market, it remains the first debut for India. Recently, an upgraded version of Katana with a Euro V emission-compliant engine was also launched overseas.
Well, what features does the new premium Suzuki motorcycle, Katana arrive with? Let’s have a quick look out at it.
Suzuki Katana Overview
Powered by a 999cc liquid-cooled DOHC inline 4-cylinder engine, the Suzuki Katana’s engine delivers a peak power of 152 PS at 11,000rpm and a peak torque of 106Nm at 9250rpm. The massive engine unit is mated to a 6-speed gearbox transmission.
In addition, the motorcycle features a bi-directional quick shifter with a slipper clutch for a smooth gearing option. The unit is also enlightened by a 5-level traction control system.
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The suspension duties in the Katana are handled by a fully-adjustable inverted telescopic fork upfront alongside a link-type coil spring at the rear. Similarly, for braking, the Suzuki Katana 1000 equips dual disc brakes on both the tyres accompanied by Brembo brakes at the front.
Moreover, the Katana Suzuki adopts a seat height of 825 mm and 140mm of ground clearance which cannot be considered a deal-breaker in the segment. This implies that the bike is hard o deal with the potholes of our trails.
Other key features in the new Suzuki Katana include an LED headlight, tail light, turn signals, LCD instrument cluster, Suzuki Intelligent Ride System, Suzuki Drive Mode Selector, dual-tone seats, Low RPM Assist, Dual-Channel ABS, and so on. The three throttle modes in the motorcycle include Active, Basic, and Comfort.
Suzuki Katana 1000 Specifications
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Engine Details |
999cc, Liquid-Cooled, Four-Stroke, DOHC, In-Line Four-Cylinder Engine |
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Fuel System |
Fuel Injection |
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Cooling |
Liquid Cooled |
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Engine cc (Displacement) |
999 cc |
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Maximum Power |
152 HP @ 11,000 rpm |
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Maximum Torque |
106 Nm @ 9,250 rpm |
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Number of Cylinders |
4 |
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Emission Norms |
BS6-Compliant |
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Ignition |
Electronic Ignition (Transistorised) |
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Lubrication |
Wet Sump |
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Number of Gears |
6 |
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Mileage |
22 km/l |
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Top Speed |
243 km/hr |
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Front Brake |
310mm Dual Discs, Brembo |
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Rear Brake |
220mm Single Disc, Nissin |
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ABS |
Dual-Channel |
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Front Tyre |
120/70-ZR17 M/C (58W) |
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Rear Tyre |
190/50-ZR17 M/C (73W) |
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Front Wheel |
17-inch |
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Rear Wheel |
17-inch |
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Front Suspension |
Inverted Telescopic, Coil Spring, Oil Damped |
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Rear Suspension |
Link Type, Coil Spring, Oil Damped Monoshock |
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Frame (Chassis) |
Twin Spar Aluminium Frame |
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Ground Clearance |
140 mm |
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Seat Height |
825 mm |
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Wheelbase |
1460 mm |
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Kerb Weight |
217 kg |
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Fuel Tank Capacity |
12 litres |
Katana Suzuki Key Features
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Full LCD Multi-function Instrument Cluster
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All LED Headlights, Suzuki Intelligent Ride System
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Black & Grey Dual-Tone Seat, Short, Upswept Black Muffler
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Suzuki Clutch Assist System, Suzuki Traction Control System
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Ride-by-Wire Electronic Throttle System
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Low RPM Assist, Suzuki Easy Start System
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Suzuki Drive Mode Selector
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6-Spoke Cast Aluminium Wheels
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Brembo Mono-Block Calipers.
Suzuki Katana Review
In terms of performance and handling, the Suzuki Katana is considered one of the perfect and bold 1000cc machines. Moreover, the bike also retains its classic 80’s iconic vibe in the design and feel.
Moreover, the Katana 1000 also remains a budget-friendly machine when compared to its competitors.
As per the average owner’s review at Motorcyclenews.com, the Suzuki Katana receives an average rating of 4.9/5 stars. These reviews are based on various factors of the motorcycle such as the riding quality, comfort, engine performance, braking and suspension, handling, and other features.
Colors Available: Metallic Matte Stellar Blue, and Metallic Mystic Silver
Suzuki Katana 1000 Competitors: BMW F 900 XR, Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX.
Suzuki Katana 1000 Price in India: INR 13.61 lakhs
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