Suzuki Katana, test - Road test

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Suzuki Katana test - Road test
To whom is it addressed
In the saddle
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Suzuki Katana test - Road test

Appeal	It is a charming motorcycle thanks to a design that perfectly combines the past and the future.
Technological content	It has a very attractive new LCD display as well as traction control and ABS from Bosch.
Driving pleasure	This is a sports road. It is robust in the hands of experienced professionals and is easy to operate in everyday life.
Special details	The square headlight, semi-fairing and 190 rear wheel with low license plate holder are its strengths.

The myth of Katana, thanks to the italian designer Rodolfo Frascoli which reinterpreted the iconic model, which has won the hearts of many motorcyclists since 1981, in a modern way.

Officially unveiled at Eicma 2018, new Suzuki Katana debuts on the Italian market with a design that combines past, present and future, with a consolidated and updated technical base.

Its distinctive features are undoubtedly square lighthouse LED lights at the front with a half fairing reminiscent of the shape of the old model, a "unfolded" saddle, as well as a thin tail and 190 rear boat with a low license plate holder starting from the pendulum. The technique is already known.

The perimeter frame is made of lightweight aluminum, just like the swingarm. The suspensions are fully adjustable with fork KYB from 43mm and the brake system is signed Brembo: radial caliper with four pistons on a double front disc 310 mm.

And then there is beating heart, 999cc four-cylinder engine 150 CV at 10.000 g / min 108 Nm at 9.500 g / min GSX R1000 K5. Suzuki Katana combines simplicity and the most authentic motorcycle look. So electronics reduced to a minimum: there is only Bosch ABS and an adjustable and switchable traction control system. Everything else is in the hands of the pilot.

To whom is it addressed

This is a sturdy bike personality, it is a road, but with a sporting vocation. But at the same time, he knows how to be vintage, harmonizing different types of bikers. It rides fast and rides well if you have to pull the neck, but also docile and "urban" for those who want to drive every day, perhaps withretro clothes.

In the saddle

He has position sporty yet natural driving. You stand with a lightly loaded torso forward, without getting tired. The feeling of control is extraordinary thanks to the low seat (825 mm), which allows everyone to easily place their feet on the ground.

Il steering wheels it is wide and fits perfectly between the bust and 215 kg they disappear when exceeding 10 km / h. sound The standard exhaust is magical: full, dark, like a real sports car. I like the engine.

It has been updated to offer the best at mid to high revs, while in the saddle it invites you to take advantage of the center of the torque curve and put all the gears perfectly controlled by the fast and precise manual transmission (not electronic) one after the other. ...

In short, there is a lot of going back to the middle and I'm stretching according to the program. On wet pavement, it also gave a feeling of excellent stability and handling, and the braking system proved to be effective.

Qualche vibration it can only be felt at speeds above 5.000 rpm, while the backlighting of the charming LCD specially designed for this model can be improved.

Quantum costs

New Suzuki Katana it is available in two colors - classic gray, reminiscent of the previous model, or black - at dealerships for a price 13.690 euro... But until the end of April it is offered in combination with a titanium exhaust. Akrapovic included in price.