Suzuki GSX 8T | Retro, But is it retro enough?

As a life long Suzuki fan, from the moment I heard that Suzuki were bringing out a retro motorcycle based on the GSX 8 platform, I was excited to see what it would look like. As an owner of the amazing GSX 8R, I know what a fantastic engine it is and the thought of a bike that looked like an old GT, RG or GS thrilled me. So what do I think of the GSX 8T? What Google says: The Suzuki GSX-8T features a 776cc parallel-twin engine, producing 82.9 PS at 8,500 rpm and 78 Nm of torque at 6,800 rpm. It has a steel frame, KYB suspension with inverted forks, front and rear disc brakes, a 16.5-liter fuel tank, and a 201 kg curb weight. Key electronic features include a color TFT display, power modes, traction control, and a bi-directional quickshifter. Engine & Performance Engine Type: 776cc, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 8-valve, parallel-twin Displacement: 776cc Power: 82.9 PS (or ~82 bhp) at 8,500 rpm Torque: 78 Nm (or ~57.5 ft-lb) at 6,800 rpm Crankshaft: 270-degree design for characteristic rumble Transmission: 6-speed with bi-directional quick shifter Chassis & Running Gear Frame: Steel twin-spar frame with lightweight steel subframe Front Suspension: KYB upside-down forks (gold on the 8T) Rear Suspension: KYB monoshock with preload adjustability Front Brakes: Twin 310mm discs with radially-mounted Nissin calipers Rear Brakes: 240mm disc Wheels: 17-inch cast aluminum wheels Tires: Dunlop Sports Smart tires Dimensions & Weight Curb Weight: 201 kg Fuel Capacity: 16.5 liters Seat Height: 815 mm Electronics & Features Rider Aids: Suzuki Intelligent Ride System (SIRS) Modes: Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (SDMS) with rider modes Traction Control: 3-mode system, adjustable independently Dash: Color TFT instrument display Other: Quick start button, low RPM assist, USB-C charging socket ​⁠ Instagram: https://instagram.com/the_all_year_mo... Photos and memories to: Email: allyearmotorcyclist@gmail.com The All Year Motorcyclist Web Page https://www.haywards.co.uk/the-all-ye... Channel Motorcycles Royal Enfield Classic 500 - AKA Bertie Triumph Thruxton 1200 RS - AKA The Bike With No Name Suzuki GSX-8R - Bob Triumph Bonneville T100 - AKA Peggy-Sue ????????? Motorcycle Gear Shoei Glamster Shoei NXR2 Heated Gloves RideIron BARCHI KEIS Cameras GoPro 7 (old faithful) GoPro 10 Insta360 One RS Insta360 Ace Pro Luggage Classic Rides SW-Motech Triumph NICECNC TripMachine #suzuki #suzukigsx8t #suzukigsx #orwellmotorcycles #ridereview #motovlog