Suzuki GSX1300R Hayabusa 25th Anniversary
Hayabusa, Suzuki’s flagship motorcycle, celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2023 and to celebrate, Suzuki is releasing a 25th anniversary model.
Special features for the 25th anniversary model are orange and black bodywork, as well as special colors for the drive chain adjuster and front brake rotor.
Engravings have been added to the muffler body and transmission chain, and the 25th anniversary emblem and three-dimensional “SUZUKI” logo on the fuel tank. In addition, a single-seat visor is standard equipment.
The first generation of this model was introduced at Intermot, held in Germany in 1998, under the name “Hayabusa (GSX1300R)” and went on sale in 1999. The product concept was “Sport at its peak. ”, its high handling and power, along with its unique styling and aerodynamics created a sensation and it became the flagship motorcycle representing Suzuki.
The second generation, with displacement increased from 1,299 cc to 1,340 cc, was launched in 2007. It inherits the outstanding and powerful performance of the first generation, with a new feature applied, the Selector. Suzuki driving mode (SDMS).
In 2021, the third generation Hayabusa is introduced with a completely improved engine and chassis and many electronic control systems. The engine and chassis were both further developed, along with the application of the electronic control system “SIRS (Suzuki Intelligent Ride System)”, such as the traction control system and the two-way quick-shifter system, embodies the styling design concept, “The Refined Beast”.
Toshihiro Suzuki – President Suzuki
“The Hayabusa series is the flagship model that represents Suzuki and has fans all over the world. We would like to express our deepest gratitude that this model is able to celebrate its 25th anniversary and that it has not ceased to be loved by everyone for so long. I personally test drove a prototype of the current third-generation model and I am proud to say that we, the Suzuki team, can present you with the best model to date. Hayabusa will never stop evolving. We ask for your continued love and support.”
Suzuki GSX1300R Hayabusa
Brief history of 25 years
- 1998 – Launched in Intermot, Germany as “Hayabusa (GSX1300R)”
- 1999 – Start of sales
- 2007 – Started selling the second generation
- 2021 – Start selling the third generation 2022
- 2022 – Reaching cumulative production of 200,000 units
