Rennie Scaysbrook | September 22, 2021
Suzuki has taken the wraps off their brand new GSX-S1000GT and up-spec GSX-S1000GT+ for the 2022 model year.
Replacing the GSX-S1000F as the firm’s long range sport tourer, the GSX-S1000GT uses the now very familiar base motor and chassis from the GSX-R1000K5, wrapped in new bodywork that’s far edgier than what we’ve seen on the GSX-S1000.
LED lighting (not Cornering lights) are fitted to a newly designed fairing and cockpit design, and Suzuki has also crafted twin 36L side bags as an optional extra for the base model +. The optional locksets are available that may be set so the motorcycle’s ignition key opens the side case lid or disengages the quick-release mechanism. Side cases and mounts, color-matched painted panel sets, and side case lock sets are standard on the GSX-S1000GT+.
The styling is a clear diversion from traditional GSX-S machines, but the bones are the same.
Much of the work has been focused on rider and passenger comfort, with a large screen and the handlebar and footrests rubber-mounted to reduce rider fatigue.
There’s also a new, wider rider’s seat and a new steel trellis subframe supporting a redesigned passenger seat and grab handles.
A new 6.5 inch TFT dash allows the rider to pair a phone, and using the Suzuki mySPIN app, lets you control apps like music, contacts and maps. You’ll also get the Suzuki Intelligent Ride System (S.I.R.S.) system, which features the traditional three-stage Suzuki Drive Mode Selector, cruise control, up and down quick shifter, LowRPM assist for smooth getaways and the Suzuki Easy Start System—Suzuki’s one touch starting system.
Got any blacker? Yes, yes we do.
If you were looking for Cornering ABS and electronic suspension on the GSX-S1000GT, you’ll be disappointed, with Suzuki sticking to their conventionally-adjusted 43 mm KYB fork and shock, and Brembo monobloc calipers biting 310 mm discs.
As mentioned, the motor comes yet again from the 16-year-old GSX-R1000K5, which has got to be the most used motor in Suzuki’s history. It’s not entirely the same with engineers changing the intake and exhaust camshafts, cam chain tensioners and valve springs, and fitting a redesigned clutch and gearshift components.
Suzuki has yet to release price and availability on the GSX-S1000GT and GSX-S1000GT+ but when they do, we’ll pass that info on.
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