Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Apr 17: On the occasion of its 25th Anniversary Celebration, the Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL), launched its flagship Motorcycle Hayabusa Edition in India.
The Hayabusa 25th Anniversary Celebration Edition packs the same 1340cc in-line 4-cylinder fuel injected liquid-cooled DOHC engine as the current third generation Hayabusa.
Commenting on the launch, Kenichi Umeda, Managing Director, Suzuki Motorcycle India said, “The Suzuki Hayabusa has been an icon of speed, style, and innovation for more than 25 years. With the launch of the 25th Anniversary Celebration Edition, we commemorate this remarkable journey and reaffirm our commitment to delivering motorcycles that engage with riders around the world. We extend our heartfelt thanks to our customers for their continued love and support that has fuelled the success of this motorcycle over the years.”
The Hayabusa 25th Anniversary Celebration Edition includes gold anodized drive chain adjuster & front brake disk inner, alongside original engravings on the muffler body and drive chain.
Adding to its charm are the 25th anniversary emblem and three-dimensional “SUZUKI” logo on the tank.
Introduced in 1998 as the Hayabusa (GSX1300R), the Suzuki Hayabusa became a global phenomenon for its high power and handling performance, coupled with its unique and aerodynamic styling. This first generation “Ultimate Sport” machine became Suzuki’s flagship motorcycle.
The Hayabusa evolved over time, with the second generation arriving in 2007 featuring a larger engine of 1340cc along with the newly adopted Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (SDMS).
As of 2021, the Hayabusa is in its third generation, boasting enhanced engine and chassis alongside various electronic controls. Incorporating the Suzuki Intelligent Ride System (S.I.R.S) such as traction control systems and Bi-directional quick shift systems, this model embodies the concept of “The Refined Beast,” balancing power with control.