Suzuki B-King

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Suzuki B-King
Manufacturer Suzuki
Production 2007–
Class Naked bike
Engine 1340 cc (81.7 cu in)
Power 162.97 hp (122 kW)
Torque 85.72 lb·ft (116 N·m)
Transmission 6-speed, chain-drive
Brakes front 310 mm, 4-piston radial mount caliper
rear 260 mm, 1-piston caliper
Tires front 120/70ZR17
rear 200/50ZR17
Wheelbase 1525 mm (60 in)
Dimensions L 2220 mm (87.4 in) W 800 mm (31.5 in) H 1085 mm (42.7 in)
Seat height 805 mm (31.7 in)
Weight 518 lb (235 kg)
Fuel capacity 16.5 litres (4.5 US gallons)
Related Suzuki Hayabusa
Similar BMW K1200R, Yamaha V-Max

The B-King is a naked sport bike manufactured by Suzuki,[1] that was unveiled in 2007.[2][3] It uses the same 1340 cc (81.7 cu in) engine that is fitted to the Hayabusa, but with different exhaust and inlet systems.[3]

The bike produces a tested 162.97 hp (122 kW) and 85.72 lb·ft (116 N·m) of torque.[4]

The B-King was originally revealed in 2001 as a concept show bike powered by a supercharged Hayabusa engine and fitted with a 240 section rear tyre.[5]

[edit] References

  1. ^ 2008 B-King (HTML) (English). Suzuki USA. Retrieved on 2007-07-29.
  2. ^ Hilderbrand, JC (2007-06-29). 2008 Suzuki Hayabusa and B-King (HTML) (English). MotorcycleUSA.com. Retrieved on 2007-07-29.
  3. ^ a b Suzuki B-King is launched. Motorcycle News (2007-07-31). Retrieved on 2007-10-31.
  4. ^ news - SuperBike magazine - motorbike reviews, super bike news and hot babes
  5. ^ B-King Concept Bike. Gizmag. Retrieved on 2007-10-31.

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