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Suzuki B-King (2007-current)

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New price	£9,000
Engine size	1340cc
Power	164bhp
Top speed	151mph
Insurance group	17

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The verdict is still up in the air regarding the futuristic, dynamic looks of the Suzuki B-King. It seems you either hate it or love it. What can be said for sure is the B-King is very fast, enough to match a sports 1000. It’s just a shame it’s restricted to 150mph. The B-King is a lovely road motorcycle, has loads of torque and is easy to ride despite its size. It’s smooth, has good brakes and its only weakness is its soft rear, which results in a lack of traction when pushing really hard.

Watch our Suzuki B-King group test as it competes against the Yamaha R1, the KTM Superduke and the Yamaha XRJ1300

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The Suzuki B-King’s engine comes from the new Hayabusa and produces 164bhp with an arm-ripping 94.5 ftlb of torque. Over a standing quarter mile the B-King is just as quick as any sports 1000cc, if not quicker. Shame the engine is limited to 150mph as it has the potentially for much more.

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Despite the Suzuki B-King’s bulk it handles far better than its size suggests. Once on the move the B-King’s weight disappears, you would never guess its actual weight. The brakes are excellent, you only notice the lack of ground clearance on track but the shock is a little on the soft side and it can soon start fighting for grip.

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Like every new big Suzuki you get the mandatory power switch with the B-Kting. Selecting A gives you full power, B for limited power. Personally I think it’s a bit pointless but each to their own. The B-King also has fully adjustable suspension front and rear, which means you can twiddle to your heart’s desire.

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The old Suzuki Hayabusa was as reliable as the tide coming in, bullet proof and could take a heavy tune, so there’s no reason to question the reliability of the new Suzuki B-King. That said, there’s a very plastic feel about the bike and only time will tell if it stands up to a few harsh winters.

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For £9000 you get a hell of a lot of a Suzuki B-King for your money. It’s quick – make no mistake about that, and there’s enough torque to pull up trees. The B-King should also hold its value reasonably well as demand should stay high. However, running costs of the B-King will be high so don’t expect tyres to last too long, anything over 3500 is going to be a real bonus. Click here to find Suzuki B-King motorcycles for sale.

Insurance group: 17

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2007: Suzuki B-King launched.

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Specifications

Top speed	151mph
1/4-mile acceleration	10.44 secs
Power	164bhp
Torque	94ftlb
Weight	235kg
Seat height	805mm
Fuel capacity	16.5 litres
Average fuel consumption	38mpg
Tank range	133 miles
Insurance group	17

Engine size	1340cc
Engine specification	16v in line four, 6 gears
Frame	Aluminium twin spar
Front suspension adjustment	Fully adjustable
Rear suspension adjustment	Fully adjustable
Front brakes	2 x 310mm radial four pot
Rear brake	260mm disc single piston
Front tyre size	120/70 x 17
Rear tyre size	200/50 x 17

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GSX1300 B-KING

1 miles

£8,299

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GSX1300 B-KING

4075 miles

£6,499

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GSX1300 B-KING

2962 miles

£6,499

Suzuki
GSX1300 B-KING

2400 miles

£7,395

Suzuki
GSX1300 B-KING

6500 miles

£6,480

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what a machine

cwesquire

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best bike i have ever owned, i love it's unusual looks!!

18 March 2009
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what a machine! looks fab with scorpions fitted, a real head turner and its super fast!! I am very pleased with the B-King

10 March 2008

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victory1400gtr says

IMPRESSIVE BIKE

I drove the B KING 100 miles before i had a terrible accident, but it was not the bike fault, The B KING is a beast, with plenty of power. I recoment to have previous experience before riding a B KING

06 March 2008 17:59

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marty1035says

Futuristic? Dynamic?

This bike is ugly, badly styled with proportions resembling the patrons at a texan steakhouse. If it was the only bike around I'd take my car or walk!

29 January 2008 02:56