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

Engine Details	999cc, Liquid-Cooled, Four-Stroke, DOHC, In-Line Four-Cylinder Engine
Fuel System	Fuel Injection
Cooling	Liquid Cooled
Engine cc (Displacement)	999 cc
Maximum Power	152 HP @ 11,000 rpm
Maximum Torque	106 Nm @ 9,250 rpm
Number of Cylinders	4
Emission Norms	BS6-Compliant
Ignition	Electronic Ignition (Transistorised)
Lubrication	Wet Sump
Number of Gears	6
Mileage	22 km/l
Top Speed	243 km/hr
Front Brake	310mm Dual Discs, Brembo
Rear Brake	220mm Single Disc, Nissin
ABS	Dual-Channel
Front Tyre	120/70-ZR17 M/C (58W)
Rear Tyre	190/50-ZR17 M/C (73W)
Front Wheel	17-inch
Rear Wheel	17-inch
Front Suspension	Inverted Telescopic, Coil Spring, Oil Damped
Rear Suspension	Link Type, Coil Spring, Oil Damped Monoshock
Frame (Chassis)	Twin Spar Aluminium Frame
Ground Clearance	140 mm
Seat Height	825 mm
Wheelbase	1460 mm
Kerb Weight	217 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	12 litres

Katana Suzuki Key Features

Full LCD Multi-function Instrument Cluster
All LED Headlights, Suzuki Intelligent Ride System
Black & Grey Dual-Tone Seat, Short, Upswept Black Muffler
Suzuki Clutch Assist System, Suzuki Traction Control System
Ride-by-Wire Electronic Throttle System
Low RPM Assist, Suzuki Easy Start System
Suzuki Drive Mode Selector
6-Spoke Cast Aluminium Wheels
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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