Suzuki Motorcycle India Posts 8% YoY Sales Growth in November with 94,370 Units
In the domestic market, Suzuki Motorcycle India sold 78,333 units last month, marking a 7% rise compared to 73,135 units during the same month last year.
By Reetika Bhatt
Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL), the two-wheeler division of Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan, has revealed its sales performance for November 2024. The company recorded total sales of 94,370 units, representing an 8% increase from the 87,096 units sold in November 2023. In the domestic market, SMIPL sold 78,333 units, marking a 7% rise compared to 73,135 units during the same month last year. Exports saw a significant boost, with a 15% growth, reaching 16,037 units in international markets, up from 13,961 units in November 2023.
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Sharing his thoughts on the performance, Devashish Handa, Executive Vice President, Sales, Marketing & After Sales, Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd., said, 'The growth in our sales underlines the confidence that customers place in Suzuki two-wheelers. This achievement reflects the success of our customer-centric approach, along with the unwavering dedication of our team, partners, and dealer network. We remain committed to delivering Value Packed Products and exceptional service experiences as we continue to consolidate our presence in the industry.'
Suzuki GSX-8R: Highlights
In October 2024, the bikemaker introduced the GSX-8R, revitalising its large bike segment. The new GSX-8R is available in three colour options: Metallic Matte Sword Silver, Metallic Triton Blue, and Metallic Matte Black no.2, at Suzuki Bike Zones across India.
The GSX-8R is a nod to the GSX-R series, featuring a full-fairing design with a vertically arranged LED headlamp that utilises mono-focus LED lighting. Its bodywork is crafted to enhance aerodynamics, ensuring smoother airflow for better performance. The bike is equipped with forged aluminium handlebars and lightweight 17-inch cast aluminium wheels, fitted with Dunlop RoadSport 2 tyres. The headlamp cowl and windscreen are redesigned and extensively wind-tunnel-tested to improve stability at high speeds, reducing wind noise and buffeting. The cowl-mounted mirrors provide improved aerodynamics and wind protection. The sleek tail section includes a compact LED combination light and a fender-mounted LED license plate light.
Powering the bike is a 776cc parallel-twin, liquid-cooled engine generating 81.8bhp at 8,500rpm and 78Nm of torque at 6,800rpm. This engine is shared with the Suzuki V-Strom 800DE, paired with a six-speed gearbox and an assist-and-slipper clutch. A 2-in-1 exhaust system is also featured. Key amenities include a 5-inch color TFT display, ride-by-wire, low RPM assist, bi-directional quickshifter, traction control, ABS, easy start, and multiple ride modes.
The GSX-8R's frame is a steel diamond-style design, with Showa SFF-BP front forks and a Showa link-type rear monoshock with preload adjustment. Braking is provided by twin 310mm front discs and a single 240mm rear disc. The bike has a 14-litre fuel tank and a kerb weight of 205kg.
