2024 SUZUKI GSX-8R

Absolutely Pristine Showroom New Condition 584 Miles

New Upgraded Michelin Tires & Tail Tidy

This GSX-8R is absolutely pristine. It is virtually indistinguishable from new and already has two premium upgrades most owners would want immediately:

• Premium Michelin tires front and rear

• Professionally installed tail-tidy kit

• Bidirectional quick shifter

• Full Suzuki Intelligent Ride System electronics package

• Showa inverted front suspension

• Full LED lighting

• Excellent cosmetic and mechanical condition

Between the Michelin tires, tail-tidy kit, parts, and dealer installation, you could spend close to $1,000 duplicating these upgrades on a new motorcycle. Here, they are already installed and ready to enjoy.

This bike was recently traded at Kaplan Cycles toward a new Ducati Panigale. It cost its previous owner more than $11,000 out the door with the upgrades, yet it is now available for a substantial discounted out the door Price.

If you want the aggressive appearance of a modern supersport but don’t want to be folded up like a pretzel every time you ride, the GSX-8R deserves a serious look.

Suzuki gave the GSX-8R the full-fairing appearance and unmistakable silhouette of a high-performance sport bike while retaining relatively comfortable, real-world ergonomics. Its handlebars are positioned considerably higher than those of a GSX-R600 or GSX-R750, creating a more upright and manageable riding position.

You get the look of a full-on superbike without the extreme riding position normally associated with one. This is a motorcycle you can enjoy for hours without feeling like you need a chiropractor when you get home.

Torquey 776cc Parallel-Twin Engine

At the heart of the GSX-8R is Suzuki’s 776cc liquid-cooled DOHC parallel-twin engine with a 270-degree crankshaft.

That crankshaft configuration gives the engine a more aggressive character and exhaust note than a traditional parallel twin. More importantly, it delivers strong low-end and midrange torque—exactly where most riders use their power on the street.

You don’t have to rev this motorcycle to the moon to make it move. Crack the throttle and it pulls hard, making the GSX-8R responsive, exciting, and exceptionally usable in everyday riding.

Power is delivered through a six-speed transmission equipped with one of this motorcycle’s best standard features: a bidirectional quick shifter. You can shift up or down without operating the clutch once underway. After getting accustomed to it, you may never want to go back.

Advanced Suzuki Electronics

Suzuki equipped the GSX-8R with a comprehensive suite of rider technology, including:

• Ride-by-wire throttle

• Selectable power-delivery modes

• Multi-level traction control

• Bidirectional quick shifter

• Suzuki Easy Start System

• Low RPM Assist

• Suzuki Intelligent Ride System

Whether you’re an experienced rider who wants to reduce the electronic intervention or someone moving into a first serious middleweight sport bike, the GSX-8R can be adjusted to complement your riding style and experience level.

More Than a GSX-8S With Fairings

The GSX-8R is not simply a GSX-8S with additional bodywork.

In addition to its striking full fairing, the 8R receives a Showa SFF-BP inverted front fork, giving it a planted, precise feel when the road gets twisty. Up front, dual brake discs with radial-mounted four-piston calipers provide strong, confidence-inspiring stopping performance.

Visually, it has a thoroughly modern Suzuki identity. The vertically stacked LED headlights, sharply sculpted fairings, compact tail section, and aggressive sport-bike profile give it serious presence from every angle.

Real-World Performance

Key specifications include:

• 776cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine

• 270-degree crankshaft

• Six-speed transmission

• Bidirectional quick shifter

• Approximately 31.9-inch seat height

• Approximately 3.7-gallon fuel capacity

• Approximately 452-pound curb weight

• Showa SFF-BP inverted front fork

• Dual front discs with radial four-piston calipers

• Full LED lighting

The GSX-8R sits in a real-world sweet spot. It feels substantial and stable at highway speeds, yet remains light and agile enough to throw through a winding back road or enjoy during a track day.

The Perfect Step-Up Motorcycle

If you’re coming from a Kawasaki Ninja 400 or 500, Yamaha YZF-R3, KTM RC 390, or another smaller-displacement motorcycle, the GSX-8R is an excellent next step—and one you are unlikely to outgrow quickly.

At the same time, it offers enough performance and chassis capability to keep a highly experienced rider entertained on the street or track.

The GSX-8R doesn’t try to be a 190-horsepower superbike. Instead, it delivers performance you can actually use. You can open the throttle, work the transmission, run through the gears, and experience the motorcycle’s capabilities without traveling at outrageous speeds everywhere you go.

Add Suzuki’s longstanding reputation for durability, reliability, straightforward maintenance, and relatively affordable ownership, and you have one of the smartest real-world sport bikes Suzuki has introduced in years.

Why Buy This GSX-8R?

• Pristine, virtually showroom-new cosmetic condition

• Expensive Michelin tire upgrade

• Tail-tidy kit already installed

• Aggressive full-fairing supersport styling

• Comfortable real-world ergonomics

• Strong and usable 776cc performance

• Standard bidirectional quick shifter

• Adjustable rider electronics

• Upgraded Showa front suspension

• Suzuki reliability and comparatively affordable ownership

• Thousands less than duplicating this package with a brand-new motorcycle

You do not need to spend $15,000 or $20,000 to own an exciting, technologically advanced sport bike.

This GSX-8R represents an exceptional value.

It’s beautiful, fast, comfortable, loaded with technology, and—most importantly—it is a motorcycle you can get out and enjoy every day.

Call Kaplan Cycles today if you’re interested. Quality motorcycles in this condition do not last long.

We also purchase and accept trades on individual motorcycles and complete collections. If you have one bike or an entire collection you’re considering selling or trading, give us a call.

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Thanks for looking, and as always—God bless America!

WHY SHOULD YOU BUY FROM KAPLAN? WHAT DO YOU GET?

“You are buying from the Kaplan Cycles Family. We are not just another big auction house. We are family-owned and operated and have been buying, servicing, and selling motorcycles since 1975. You will work directly with Ken Jr., Ken Sr., and/or one of the 30+ experts on our team. We provide museum-quality, white-glove concierge service from start to finish. Every motorcycle we sell is inspected, serviced, and supported by our team, and we stand behind it after the sale. You’re not on your own — we back what we build and what we sell.

With over 17,000 units sold and still 100% positive feedback, we are the best stress-free buying experience you can have. From the first call to delivery at your door, we will handle it all — because vintage motorcycles deserve support, and so do you.

With every bike we curate you get:
• museum-level inspection & preservation services
• every machine is professionally evaluated, serviced, & rotisserie detailed
• all critical systems are checked, adjusted, or renewed
• you get professional setup, tuning, and delivery prep
• done by the best experts in the industry — we ride and restore every day
• you get post-sale phone support
• you get white-glove, insured, always-enclosed shipping to your door anywhere in the country

You’re buying from Kaplan Cycles at the New England Motorcycle Museum, one of the largest vintage motorcycle collections in North America. Free museum tours and tickets are included with every bike sold. With every bike you purchase, a portion of the proceeds is used to support, continue, and improve the 501(c)(3) nonprofit New England Motorcycle Museum.

You don’t just win an auction — YOU are creating & helping to preserve motorcycle history, and you become part of our family, a Kaplan Cycles client for life.

We do not take new clients off the street.
We do not service bikes purchased elsewhere.
We only take new exclusive clients who purchase a motorcycle from us.

You get a guided purchase experience with, and from, the experts who care about the bike as much as you do. If there’s a problem, you don’t get ghosted. You call us — you will have our cell phone numbers — we will answer your call on weekends, and we will help make it right.

Auction platforms = listing only. No support. No accountability.

Kaplan Cycles = we stand behind what we sell.

You are buying museum-curated provenance. That means:
• expert evaluation
• documented condition
• professional presentation
• long-term preservation mindset

You’re not just buying a motorcycle — you’re buying a curated piece of motorcycling history.

From the #1 family in this business — Kaplan Cycles & the New England Motorcycle Museum.

Sincerely,

Ken Kaplan Sr.
12/28/2025”

AUCTION TERMS:

All motorcycles & vehicles are sold as-is where-is.

Kaplan Cycles guarantees all motorcycles are as-described. Please read the entire description and watch the entire video before bidding.

A non-refundable deposit is due immediately on purchase. PayPal or Credit Card is accepted for the deposit.

Cash (In-Person), Card (+3% fee), or Wire Transfer are our only accepted forms of final payment.

Full payment must be made within 7 days of auction close.

Your motorcycle must be picked up within 30 days of auction close. 

Exceptions are made only for international buyers OR buyers who have ALREADY made transport arrangements with a third party.

If a motorcycle is purchased and left here for longer than 30 days without written permission from Kaplan Cycles it will be resold. In the case of a re-sale, the owner will be entitled to a refund less storage fees ($25/ day beginning 30 days from auction close) ONLY if the motorcycle was paid in full on-time within the auction terms.

We always describe our motorcycles as accurately as possible.

You are purchasing a classic motorcycle. Even in cases where a bike may be in good running/ operating condition, new problems & idiosyncrasies can arise over-time from sitting or regular use.

If you have an issue with the motorcycle you’ve received, contact us within 24 hours of delivery and before leaving feedback so that we can address your concerns.

It is important you have at least a basic mechanical knowledge before purchasing and operating a classic motorcycle.

Due to our backlog, we cannot perform any additional service work or modifications on your motorcycle after the sale (ie; adding a light kit, different tires, etc.)

We respond quickly between the hours of 9am and 5pm EST, Monday - Friday

For our fastest service please call Ken Kaplan Jr directly at 860-471-0192

We will not charge out-of-state buyers sales tax.
Out of state residents will pay sales tax with their DMV. 

We are not a registering dealership. You will receive only the documents required to register your vehicle in your state.

In our listings, title status is always listed directly below the main description.

In some cases we will sell motorcycles without title or registration. In these cases we guarantee all motorcycles sold are free and clear. We will always provide a route to obtaining title. Generally in these cases, the motorcycle will be sold at a discount to accommodate expenses involved.

Documents are mailed via USPS priority mail with a tracking number. Please allow up to 14 days after payment in full for your documents to be processed and mailed.

Keys will be shipped with the motorcycle.

Warranty:

All Motorcycles sold "as is, where is" and Kaplan Cycles does not warranty any motorcycle sold. No express warranty and/or implied warranty are made by Kaplan Cycles. No statements by us give an implied warranty.

SHIPPING:

SEND US YOUR ZIP FOR A SHIPPING QUOTE!
WE WILL MAKE ALL ARRANGEMENTS!

We have the best shipping contacts in the nation who will provide the FASTEST transport times, have a perfect track record, and are always insured and ENCLOSED! All motorcycles are shipped WHOLE (roll-on, roll-off). We do not offer a pallet or crate service.

International shipping specialist contacts are available! They will assist in ground freight, customs clearance, and ocean freight to your country. International buyers will be required to work directly with our third party shipping contacts.

We strongly recommend you insure your motorcycle at the time of purchase.

PICKUP:

We require a 24 hour notice prior to pick-up. Please call us at 860-454-7024 during office hours Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm EST.

We will provide ramps, a dock for loading, and assistance to load for free.