Suzuki has today confirmed details of its latest MX1 contender for the 2015 model year, bringing significant updates to the popular RM-Z450 that include an all-new launch control system and spring-less SFF Air Forks.

Developed in conjunction with Suzuki’s official World and American motocross teams, the 2015 version sees technical updates to virtually every major component, utilising feedback gained from riders including Clement Desalle and James Stewart.

Suzuki Holeshot Assist Control

2015 advancements direct from race development include Suzuki’s new Holeshot Assist Control (S-HAC), as seen on James Stewart’s RM-Z450 this season.

Offering easily selectable rider settings, S-HAC alters ignition timing to deal with the start gate surface.  Mode ‘A’ provides a smoother engine response for slippery conditions, while mode ‘B’ offers an aggressive map where good grip is available. Full power ignition timing is restored when pre-determined gear selection is reached or when a period of time has elapsed, depending on mode selected.

Settings are easily selectable via a push button on the left-hand-side of the handlebar, illuminating to show the rider which mode they have selected.

Showa SFF Air Fork

Following the introduction of the Showa SFF Fork in 2012, the new model goes one step further, with the departure of the traditional fork spring in favour of the inner air chamber set-up, also seen on James Stewart’s factory AMA machine.

Offering significant advantages in bike set-up, the SFF Air system allows riders to make set-up changes quickly and easily by simply adjusting air pressure in the internal air chamber. Other benefits include a reduction in overall weight and more consistent damping, due to the removal of heat influence, normally associated with oil-filled forks.

Engine Updates

With strong engine performance already a trademark of the RM-Z450, 2015 development has centred around weight reduction and usability, with redesigned starting gear and improved cooling performance a priority.

To improve engine starting on all occasions, Suzuki engineers made significant changes to all relevant areas, with a redesigned kick-drive gear, redesigned decompression system, relocated kick idle gear and a lengthened kick-start.

An increase in cooling performance has also been possible thanks to changes in the water pump housing, as well as a relocation of the hose connection and routing between each radiator. As a result water flow is increased by 16% and weight is further reduced with the elimination of the hot starter system.

Redesigned Frame

Working in harmony with the new SFF Air Fork and aiding the overall reduction of weight, is a redesigned main frame too. With re-shaped internal ribs, rigidity is optimised, meaning a 4% reduction in weight over the previous model.

Availability

The 2015 RM-Z450 is set to arrive in dealers in the Autumn of 2014, with its European media launch scheduled for later this summer. Recommended pricing will be confirmed soon.

This weekend (17-18 May) Suzuki GB and its associated dealer Wheels Motorcycles will be at the BMF May Show held at the Peterborough Arena. The BMF Show is considered to be one of Europe’s largest outdoor motorcycle events, which has been running for over 37 years.

Suzuki will be showcasing its extensive range with models selected from each of its categories including the – new for 2014 – V-Strom 1000 and V-Strom 650, the SFV650, Inazuma 250 and GSX-R600.

As well as the machines on display, Suzuki will be offering BMF customers the chance to try a Suzuki for themselves with test rides* running on Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th. The selection of bikes to try includes the adventurers’ favourite V-Strom 1000, the legendary GSX1300R Hayabusa, as well as the Intruder M1800RBZ, Burgman 650 and GSX1250FA

There will also be the chance to meet and ride with John Reynolds, with the three-time British Superbike champion and Suzuki ambassador on hand throughout the weekend talking about racing and all things motorcycling.

Representatives from both Suzuki GB and Wheels Motorcycles will also be on hand to offer advice on all models as well as information on the current promotion, where for a limited time Suzuki is giving a £750 cash deposit to put towards a new Suzuki. Information on Suzuki’s nationwide Test Ride Roadshow will also be available.

Suzuki will be located in area G1, stand 2.

The BMF May Show is held at the Peterborough Arena, in Peterborough on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 May. The show is open from 9am until 5pm on both days. For more information visit http://www.thebmfshow.co.uk/the-shows/bmf-peterborough-motorcycle-show/

Wheels Motorcycles: First Drove, Peterborough PE1 5BJ
Telephone: 01733 358555

* All customers wishing to take a test ride need to bring both parts of a valid UK driving licence and appropriate riding gear. Test rides will be available between 10am and 4pm on both days.

Suzuki has announced pricing of the updated Burgman 125, with the luxury small-capacity scooter available in dealers from next week.

The Burgman boasts unprecedented practicality for a machine of its size, including under-seat storage cavernous enough for two full-face helmets with a handy automatic interior light, and returns an impressive 97MPG*.

Linked front and rear disc brakes make for better braking performance and safer operation when grip is reduced, while a low seat of 735mm and cutaway footrests, seen on the bigger Burgman 650 Executive, mean stopping and starting in urban traffic is even easier. A metal cover over the ignition, operated by a set of coded magnets in the key fob, aids security when parked in town.

Suzuki GB National Sales Manager Jonathan Martin said, “The arrival of the new Burgman 125 adds genuine practicality and luxury to the small-capacity scooter market. Designed to excel in urban environments, the Burgman’s impressive fuel efficiency and storage capabilities make it an obvious choice for those looking for a city commuter with a high level of specification.”

Available in authorised Suzuki dealerships from 12 May, the new Burgman 125 comes in Metallic Matt Fibroin Grey and Brilliant White, with an RRP of £3,499.

*Fuel consumption measured as part of the WMTC (Worldwide Motorcycle Test Cycle)

Suzuki GB is pleased to be supporting Guy Martin’s Big Brew charity event as part of its latest sales campaign, with a donation made for every new bike sold as part of the promotion.

The latest offer sees the Japanese manufacturer offer a £750 cash deposit on eight new models, and highlights Suzuki’s commitment to making owning a new motorcycle more affordable.

The offer means customers can benefit from low monthly payments without finding an upfront deposit, or alternatively, can increase their deposit with Suzuki’s £750 contribution, resulting in even lower monthly payments.

Customers can also benefit from using the £750 cash deposit as money off the cost of the bike.

Jonathan Martin, Suzuki GB National Sales Manager, said, “We’re always striving to make it more affordable for customers to own a new Suzuki and have listened to a lot of owner and customer feedback to work out the best ways of doing so. A significant deposit contribution such as this means customers can benefit from low monthly payments without finding the money for an up front payment, or alternatively can increase their own deposit by £750 and benefit from even lower monthly payments. Or for those not looking for a finance deal, customers can simply use the £750 cash deposit as money off the total cost of the bike.

“On top of the benefits for customers, we’re delighted to be supporting Guy’s Big Brew initiative, and in doing so, helping to raise money for important research into spinal injuries.”

Eight models are available with the £750 deposit contribution, including the best-selling V-Strom 650 and GSR750 naked, as well as the GSX1250FA, Hayabusa and Burgman 650 Executive.

Also available as part of the promotion is the full complement of GSX-R models, including the 600, 750 and 1000, as well as the GSX-R750 Yoshimura edition. The GSX-R1000Z and ZSE models are not included.

For more information visit www.suzuki-gb.co.uk

Suzuki GB is gearing up to give riders the chance to get the taste for a new Suzuki this summer, visiting a number of popular biker cafés across the country with a fleet of demo machines.

Starting at the Super Sausage Café on the A5 near Towcester on May 11, models such as Suzuki’s iconic Hayabusa will be available to test ride, along with the newly-launched V-Strom 1000 adventure bike, GSR750, Intruder M1800RBZ cruiser, and GSX-R1000.

There will also be the chance to meet and ride with John Reynolds, with the three-time British Superbike champion and Suzuki ambassador on hand throughout the day to talk racing and all things motorcycling.

Those wishing to take a test ride simply need turn up on the day with both parts of a valid UK driving licence and appropriate riding gear. Those that take a test ride will also qualify for a free bacon roll. Test rides will be available between 10am and 4pm.

Suzuki will be visiting:

Super Sausage Café, off the A5 in Potterspury, Towcester, NN12 7QD, on Sunday 11 May.

Ponderosa Café along the Horseshoe Pass, Llangollen, Wales, LL20 8DR on Sunday 1 June.

Whiteways Café in Bury Hill, Houghton, Arundel, West Sussex, BN18 9FD on Sunday July 6.

Squires Café Bar along Newthorpe Lane, Newthorpe, South Milford, Leeds, LS25 5LX on Sunday 20 July.

The UK Worker of the Year competition, launched at the opening round of the British Superbike championship last weekend where the Dickies-backed Tyco Suzuki team began its assault on the 2014 championship, aims to recognise and reward excellence in the British workforce, searching for workers who exemplify what doing a good job is all about.

Maurice Morton, Sales and Marketing Director at Dickies said, “We are delighted to have partnered with Tyco Suzuki. With Suzuki’s involvement with UK Worker of the Year, it worked ideally for everyone concerned. Given the on-going uncertainty that the country faces economically, a feel-good initiative of this type is more important than ever to remind our nation’s workforce that they have much to be proud of and look forward to. Our exciting changes to this year’s competition keep the UK WOTY competition’s on-going wow factor firmly in place.”

Wayne Dye, Suzuki GB General Manager, added, “Suzuki GB PLC has decided to co-sponsor UK Worker of the Year for a second year because of the ethos of the UK WOTY competition. Honouring those that go the extra mile in the workplace complements our beliefs.”

The winner will be announced on 18 October at the final British Superbike round on the Brands Hatch GP circuit, with the winner also able to predict the outcome of the final race of the season for a chance to win a £100K prize.

The competition is now live with entry available via the website, www.ukworkeroftheyear.com, and will run until 5 September.

Suzuki GB has announced availability of the special edition Hayabusa, first unveiled at last year’s Motorcycle Live, as well as details of a factory-built, special edition GSX-R750, too.

Arriving in UK dealerships this month, the GSX1300RZ Hayabusa features a host of aesthetic highlights, including a special red and black two-tone paint scheme and seat, as well as gold anodised fork caps, adjusters, steering stem nut and chain adjusters. Black Brembo calipers with red lettering complete the look, to help fans of the legendary hyper-bike stand out from the crowd.

Also available in dealers this month is a special edition version of the iconic GSX-R750. Taking similar design cues as the special Hayabusa, the GSX-R750Z boast a special red and black livery and red seat, as well as silver Brembo monobloc calipers with red lettering, dark gold, anodised steering stem nut, chain adjusters and front forks, with red anodised fork caps and adjusters.

Suzuki GB’s George Cheeseman commented, “After the positive reception and customer interest at Motorcycle Live last year, we’re delighted to be able to announce the availability of the special edition Hayabusa and the details of the GSX-R750. Both models offer something different over the standard version, and with limited numbers available worldwide, they also offer customers the chance to own something special and unique.”

The GSX-R750Z is available for £9,899, the same RRP as the standard machine, while the GSX1300RZ Hayabusa comes with an RRP of £14,499. Both models are included in Suzuki’s popular Me Me Me campaign, which has been extended until the end of April.

For more information, visit www.suzuki-gb.co.uk

Suzuki has announced an extension to the popular Me Me Me campaign, which offers the chance to cherry pick the best deal that suits your needs, from a deposit contribution to free accessories or help towards the cost of your insurance.

Launched in January, the offer gives an increased level of flexibility when it comes to buying a new Suzuki. Customers are able to choose from a £500 deposit contribution, £600 worth of free accessories, or £700 towards the cost of their insurance premium when insured through Suzuki Insurance Services.

Suzuki GB National Sales Manager Jonathan Martin announced the extension, saying, “This offer puts the focus on the customer and their needs when it comes to buying a new motorcycle, and as such we’re delighted to be able to announce its extension. It offers customers real choice and makes buying a new Suzuki even more affordable. The deposit contribution ideally compliments the low-rate finance available, meaning low monthly payments are available across the range. Customers can also choose to personalise their machine to suit their needs with Genuine Suzuki accessories, or benefit from that added piece of mind with Suzuki Insurance Services.”

10 models from Suzuki’s extensive on-road range are included in the promotion, including the GSX-R1000, 750 and 600, Hayabusa, GSR750/A, V-Strom 650 ABS, GSX1250FA, both the Burgman 400 and 650 Executive, and the Intruder C1500T cruiser.

For more information visit www.suzuki-gb.co.uk

Suzuki GB has become the first motorcycle manufacturer globally to launch its very own eBay store in association with its dealer network.

Featuring a vast range of products from Suzuki’s official parts, accessory and merchandise ranges, the eBay store has already achieved ‘Power Seller’ status thanks to its efficient dealer fulfilment process.

Suzuki GB’s Emma Gibbon, explained, “Thanks to the unique way that our new eBay Store operates, customers now have a new and informed way to shop. With orders fulfilled by members of our dealer network, customers benefit from additional peace of mind with the very latest products from our official parts and accessory lines, available 24 hours a day.”

Launched with a free postage and packing offer, the Suzuki motorcycle eBay store is a multi-dealer global first for both eBay and Suzuki, offering the same benefits that customers can expect when purchasing at their dealer via more traditional methods, with a 14-day return policy too.

As well as the very latest accessories, merchandise and parts, the Suzuki eBay store will also incorporate Suzuki’s Vintage Parts Programme shortly too – another first in online motorcycle retail.

Suzuki’s motorcycle eBay store can be viewed at:

http://stores.ebay.co.uk/Suzuki-Bikes-UK-Official

Suzuki has announced the addition of the iconic GT750 ‘Kettle’ to it’s popular Vintage Parts programme, with more than 1100 Genuine parts still available for the sought after two-stroke.

Introduced in 1971, the GT750 soon developed a cult following which still exists today, with various owners’ clubs still celebrating the water-cooled two-stroke triple, affectionately known as the ‘Kettle’.

Praised highly when launched at last year’s Motorcycle Live with the popular RGV250, Suzuki’s Vintage Parts Programme makes restoring and maintaining classic machines from Suzuki’s history even easier, by listing every Genuine part still available from the factory online. Every part has also been individually photographed, too.

With a bespoke area of the Suzuki website dedicated to the programme, owners can source and buy available parts and share images of their bikes with other users. Also available online to download are parts catalogues and service manuals, as well as factory action images, brochures and road tests from the time.

Suzuki GB Aftersales Coordinator Tim Davies, commented, “We’ve been working hard to be able to add the GT750 to the programme, and we’re delighted to be able to announce it’s inclusion. There is a real interest in classic and vintage machines at the moment, and the Vintage Parts Programme makes restoring, maintaining and owning a classic Suzuki even easier and more rewarding. We launched it with the RGV250 which was very well received and we’re now very excited to add the iconic GT750. We’ll be adding even more models shortly, including the GSX-R750 F-H models, the GT250 X7 and the AP50, with even more in the pipeline.”

To take advantage of Suzuki’s Vintage Parts Programme and for more information on the parts available for the GT750, visit www.suzuki-gb.co.uk/vintage-parts

Suzuki GB is delighted to announce availability of the new and hotly anticipated V-Strom 1000, as well as confirming service intervals for what is already being dubbed “one of the best adventure bikes we’ve ever seen”, according to one of the UK’s leading motorcycle journalists.

The new V-Strom boasts an all-new chassis, heavily revised engine, ABS and three-way traction control system, while remaining competitively priced at £9,999, and is set to arrive in showrooms from 17 February with dealers already taking deposits on the new adventure machine.

Extensive engine development has also led to an increase in service intervals for the V-Strom 1000. While the first service remains at 600 miles, subsequent service intervals have been confirmed at 12 months or 7,500 miles, making the V-Strom an even more affordable and practical proposition.

Suzuki GB General Manager Paul de Lusignan announced the bike’s availability, commenting, “We were delighted with the feedback the new V-Strom 1000 received at its worldwide press launch last month, and even more importantly, we’ve been really encouraged by feedback from potential customers who have been able to take advanced test rides on our recent nationwide dealer tour. This is clearly a highly anticipated and eagerly awaited bike, not just for customers but for Suzuki, too, and we’re looking forward to customers being able to get their hands on it from next month.”

The new V-Strom 1000 was launched in the mountains around Almeria in southern Spain, with journalists praising the bike’s light weight and ease of handling, as well as the impressive 76ft.lb of torque at just 4,000rpm. Journalist Matt Hull commented, “It is one of the most comfortable long-range bikes I’ve ridden with one of the smoothest V-twin engines I’ve tried. The V-Strom is as happy on B-roads as it is on motorways and it’s very good value,” while Motorcycle Sport and Leisure’s Tony Carter stated in his summary, “Suzuki has made something that might just be one of the best adventure bikes we’ve ever seen.”

Early production models of the V-Strom 1000 have also been doing the rounds in the UK as part of a nationwide dealer tour, with customers able to take test rides and put down deposits before the bikes arrive in February. Customers can still also benefit from Suzuki’s seat exchange programme, and can choose either a higher or lower option seat for no extra cost at point of sale. The new V-Strom is also available with a comprehensive range of Genuine accessories too, including integrated luggage designed during development process.

To book a test ride on the new V-Strom 1000, contact your local authorised Suzuki dealer and for more information visit www.suzuki-gb.co.uk.

Suzuki has announced the return of the RMX450Z to its off-road range for 2014, but the multiple-championship winning enduro machine will only be available in limited numbers.

Set to arrive in showrooms from 27 January, the RMX450Z, which won the 2010 British E2 Championship and GBXC Championship in its first year of competition, uses a revised 450cc, fuel-injected four-stroke engine and features both electric and kick start, lighting kit, retuned suspension, enduro-specific gear ratios, side stand, sump guard, and an 18 inch rear wheel.

Suzuki GB General Manager Paul de Lusignan announced the return of the RMX450Z, saying, “We’re delighted to be bringing the RMX450Z back for 2014. The bike was launched to universal praise in 2010 and immediately went out and won two high profile championships in the hands of Tom Sagar, and we’re confident new customers will find out just how capable a machine it is and be impressed with how competitively priced it is, at just £5,995. Despite using the same original architecture of the highly regarded RM-Z450, the RMX450Z is anything but a converted motocrosser, with specifically retuned engine and suspension, enduro-specific gear ratios, while the 18 inch rear wheel aids in tyre choice. It’s a factory developed enduro machine.”

The RMX450Z is available in dealers from 27 January with an RRP of £5,995. For more information and to find your local dealer, visit www.suzuki-gb.co.uk

Suzuki GB has announced details of its new winter sales campaign, which sees customers given even more flexibility and choice when it comes to buying a new Suzuki.

More than 10 models from Suzuki’s extensive 2014 line up are included in the campaign, which launches on January 1, and allows customers to choose between having £500 contributed toward their deposit by their Suzuki dealer, £600 worth of Genuine Suzuki accessories to personalise their new bike, or £700 towards the cost of their insurance*.

Models featured in the campaign include a full compliment of GSX-R600, GSX-R750 and GSX-R1000 models, as well as the Hayabusa. Both the Burgman 400 and Burgman 650 Executive models, the popular V-Strom 650 adventure machine, the multi award-winning GSR750, the SFV650 middleweight, C1500T cruiser and the GSX1250FA tourer are also included.

Suzuki GB National Sales Manager, Jonathan Martin, announced the campaign, commenting, ”Throughout 2013, all of us at Suzuki GB have had discussions with our customers at a number of events, and in particular at our Test Ride Roadshow events. It was made clear from customers that they want the flexibility to choose the best deal for them when making a purchase, and we genuinely feel this new campaign allows for that individual decision to be made.

“It will appeal to the customer who just wants a discount, it will appeal to the customer who wants to accessorise their new Suzuki and it will appeal to the customer who needs the extra support with their insurance premium.

“What’s more, customers can also take advantage of our low rate finance or PCP offers, meaning low monthly payments. It really is a great time to choose a new Suzuki, and of course choose the deal as well.”

As part of the offer, you can pick up a brand new GSX1250FA with a free top case and pannier accessory pack, or if you choose an SFV650 and have a motorcycle to trade in worth £1,500, the additional £500 dealer deposit contribution could mean monthly payments for as little as £64 over three years.

The new campaign runs from January 1 to March 31. For more information visit www.suzuk-gb.co.uk or visit your local authorised Suzuki dealer.

*£700 towards insurance only available through Suzuki Insurance Services.