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The history of the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer Suzuki
The Suzuki brand is a company with a long and interesting history that has managed to conquer the world with its developments. And motorcycles occupy a special place in the hearts of consumers «Suzuki». They best implement the company's corporate identity and reflect its main missions, approved by the founder Michio Suzuki himself in 1962.
How it all began
Trademark Suzuki appeared more than a hundred years ago in the city of Hamamatsu and its activities were far from the motorcycle industry. In 1908, a young carpenter, Michio Suzuki, was developing a loom. His goal was to create a device that would make the mother's work easier. And his efforts are not in vain.
Suzuki company logo | 
Michio Suzuki (1887-1982) |
Soon Michio presents his mother with a pedal-powered loom. The donated device turns out to be as efficient as possible and surpasses the weaving looms existing at that time in its productivity. This resulted in the still unknown entrepreneur receiving a large number of orders.
Michio Suzuki's first loom | 
Company employees in 1920 |
Seeing the demand for his inventions, in 1909 Michio Suzuki registered the Suzuki Loom Works company. This is the first trademark, which served as the beginning of the emergence of a huge Japanese corporation, known to everyone today.
Brand awareness «Suzuki» began to bring the innovative mechanism used in Michio looms. It greatly increased the efficiency of the machine, which increased the demand for equipment from textile manufacturers.
Just a year later, in 1920, Suzuki decides to expand its production. To develop and promote products in new areas of activity, the second trademark Suzuki Loom Manufacturing Co. is registered.
Weaving machine Suzuki Manufacturing Loom | 
Catalog of Suzuki Loom Manufacturing machines |
Until 1930, the company worked hard to develop innovative weaving machines. Soon, the products of the Japanese brand are supplied to the markets of neighboring countries. Indonesia became the first importing country.
In addition to the weaving machines themselves, since 1930 Michio Suzuki has been actively working on the development of new technology. He is simultaneously mastering several new areas, such as boat engines, cars and motorcycles.
Michio Suzuki pays special attention to the transport sector. In the post-war period, the country's residents needed an inexpensive vehicle. Seeing this need, the founder of the company decided to create a new type of transport. It became a motorized bicycle.
The first Suzuki Power Free motorcycle | 
Suzuki Power Free motorcycle, left view |
Suzuki introduced the first model of an unusual vehicle in 1952. This period is today regarded as the time when the brand made a unique entry into the motorcycle market. The brand presented the audience with a motorized bicycle called Power Free.
It has become a revolutionary product in the company's range, having a rational and convenient system. Its key feature was the drive, which made it possible to switch movement from pedal to motor. That is, it was possible to set a motorized bicycle in motion either with the help of a pedal or with the help of a motor. In addition, the system provided for the use of both types of drive simultaneously. Appreciating the company's efforts «Suzuki» The Japanese government provided the brand with financial subsidies to continue its cutting-edge developments.
Motorcycle Suzuki Colleda CO 1954 | 
Motorcycle Suzuki Colleda 50 1996 |
Over the next two years, the manufacturer worked hard to produce motorized bicycles. In 1954, production reached record volumes for that period - the company produced over 6000 models per year. In the same year, the company presented the first full-fledged motorcycle, called Colleda CO. In 1954, another memorable event for the brand took place - the company was renamed Suzuki Motor Co., Ltd.
Gradually the company «Suzuki» begins to gain its share of the motorcycle market. And the best solution to expanding brand awareness is to participate in races. However, Suzuki motorcycles were able to get their first victory on the track only in 1962 when they took part in races on the Isle of Man in the UK. The company managed to take first place in the class of motorcycles with 50 cm³ engines.
Scooter Suzuki CS50 «Gemma» 1982 | 
Scooter Suzuki Gemma 2008 |
In 1980, the brand began mass production of Gemma scooters. The company's new product received advanced 50 cm³ engines.
In 1983, the Japanese manufacturer presented another revolutionary vehicle model. It became RG250 Gamma. This is a unique model for that time, since engineers «Suzuki» They used purely racing technologies adapted for civilian production. It was Suzuki that became one of the first companies to implement this solution, not only in Japan, but throughout the world.
Motorcycle Suzuki GS1000 1978 | 
Motorcycle Suzuki RV50 1974 |
The innovation led to the fact that soon a whole range of motorcycles belonging to the category rolled off the company’s assembly line «supersport».
Suzuki in the global market
Since 1968, Suzuki has been actively developing its production abroad. The first overseas production base was opened in Thailand. The new branch was exclusively engaged in the production of motorcycles.
In 1975, car production was also transferred abroad. The first passenger car production base was built in Pakistan in 1975. In 1983, a similar plant appeared in India. This is the company's decision «Suzuki» This led to the fact that the products of the Japanese brand began to be positioned among Indian and Pakistani consumers as indispensable assistants in everyday life.
Motorcycle Suzuki VX800 1990 | 
Motorcycle Suzuki DR600 1989 |
Suzuki managed to enter the Russian market only in 1998.
Today a Japanese brand «Suzuki» is one of the largest in the production of cars and motorcycles. Every year, more than 2 million models and more than 3 million motorcycles roll off the company’s assembly line. Over the years, the brand has achieved leadership in sales of compact and subcompact vehicles, especially in the markets of developing countries.
Motorcycle Suzuki 250 SB 1992 | 
Motorcycle Suzuki TS 200R 1991 |
The best motorcycles of the Japanese brand Suzuki
Despite the fact that the company is actively developing and expanding several areas of activity, it is Suzuki motorcycles that are most famous and in demand throughout the world. For more than a century of presence on the market, the Japanese manufacturer has managed to develop truly legendary models, including:
Bandit
The first Bandit motorcycle model was presented by the company «Suzuki» in 1989. However, the bikes of this series still receive admiring glances today. The main attractive feature of the motorcycles was their aggressive design, significantly different from classic bikes. Bandit bikes were produced in their original form until 2016. Since 2018, the company has been producing small-capacity models.
The first models of the Bandit series received engines of 250 and 400 cm³. They were equipped with a derated engine, which was used in the GSX-R250 sports bike. The engine could easily develop power up to 45 hp. with its small volumes.
Such a powerful engine was used on Bandit models produced before 1995. After this year, the company began to produce motorcycles with a less powerful engine, capable of developing power up to 38 hp.
Motorcycle Suzuki Bandit GSF400 1992 | 
Motorcycle Suzuki Bandit GSF1200 1995 |
Motorcycle Suzuki Bandit GSF1250 2014 | 
Motorcycle Suzuki GSF650 2012 |
Boulevard
The Boulevard series of motorcycles rolled off Suzuki's assembly line in 2005. This is a range of cruisers that are the result of minor modernization and the merger of several other series:
- Intruder
- Marauder
- Desperado
- Volusia
- Savage
The new motorcycles embody the best ideas that previous engineers «Suzuki» used in sports bikes produced. And this decision contributed to the fact that Boulevard attracted a huge number of consumers who prefer brutal motorcycles.
Initially, the Boulevard series was created for foreign markets, in particular European, American and Australian. The models were positioned as flagships and belonged to the line of the most powerful bikes «Suzuki». And the reason for this lies in the engine used. Boulevard motorcycles received a 1.8 liter two-cylinder engine. Its peculiarity is the use of liquid cooling and the ability to develop power of 125 hp at 7500 rpm.
DR-Z
In the series DR-Z company «Suzuki» presented motocross motorcycles with a good price-quality ratio. In the appearance of the bikes in this line, familiar features can be traced, adopted from the motorcycles of the RM-Z racing series.
The equipment of the DR-Z line is more adaptable and versatile, suitable for experienced and novice pilots, as well as motorcyclists who want to test their capabilities on the race track. The bikes were equipped with:
- Engine with one cylinder of 125 cm³.
- A simple carburetor.
- Kickstarter and a minimum amount of electronics.
Despite the standard assembly, the curb weight of the bike is only 89 kg.
Hayabusa
The Hayabusa line includes sport-tour motorcycles. The first model of the series was released by Suzuki back in 1999. The bikes quickly gained recognition and even managed to win the title «fastest production motorcycle», since they could reach speeds of up to 303-312 km/h.
As part of the Hayabusa line, Suzuki has released two generations of bikes:
- GEN1 - produced from 1999 to 2007.
- GEN2 - produced since 2008.
The first generation of Hayabusa motorcycles was equipped with engines capable of developing up to 175 hp at 9800 rpm. The new generation received more powerful engines, developing up to 197 hp. at 10500 rpm.
Motorcycle Suzuki GSX1300R Hayabusa 2006 | 
Motorcycle Suzuki GSX1300R Hayabusa 2023 |
GSX
GSX – series of road motorcycles «Suzuki», which are great for beginner motorcyclists. The bikes provide a comfortable ride on city roads or off-road. Features of this model range are:
- 1. Single-cylinder four-stroke engine 200 cm³.
- 2. Capable of accelerating to 150 km/h.
- 3. All-round gear shifting thanks to the 5-speed transmission.
- 4. Fuel tank 14 liters.
The GSX series bikes are suitable for long trips over long distances. Four platforms for various cargoes deserve special attention.
Motorcycle Suzuki GSX1400 2007 | 
Motorcycle Suzuki GSX400 Impulse 1999 |
GSX–R
GSX–R – a line of sports motorcycles adapted by engineers «Suzuki» for civilian use. The first sportbike model rolled off the company's assembly line back in 1985 and became the first motorcycle on the market that was equipped with lighting devices.
The first motorcycle in the series was characterized by an extremely low weight of 179 kg. The bike was equipped with a 750 cm³ engine capable of developing power up to 100 hp. In 1988 and 1989, the company's engineers modernized the model range, installing more powerful engines and improving the functionality of the design.
Motorcycle Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2006 | 
Motorcycle Suzuki GSX-R 600 2022 |
Intruder
The first motorcycle of the Intruder family was presented by the company «Suzuki» back in 1985. In all subsequent years, engineers actively modernized and improved the model range, thanks to which each representative of the line is characterized by:
- maximum comfortable ride;
- high power;
- ability to accelerate to 160 km/h.
As part of the Intruder family, the company has created several generations of bikes of different sizes. But all models have similar features: V-shaped engines, proper brutal design, ease of control.
Motorcycle Suzuki Intruder C1800R 2009 | 
Motorcycle Suzuki Intruder M800 2014 |
SV 1000/650/400
The SV line is a series of road motorcycles created by the company «Suzuki» in 1998 to maintain its export share to the overseas market of Europe, America and Australia. The SV 1000 and 650 models were sent abroad as an alternative to expensive bikes from competitive brands. The company produced SV 400 motorcycles for the Japanese domestic market.
Subsequently, 2 modifications were released for each SV motorcycle model:
- Naked;
- Sportbike.
Production of SV 1000 bikes continued until 2007. The SV 650 and 400 models are still produced to this day, but in a new incarnation: the Suzuki Gladius 400 and the Suzuki SV650, which replaced the classic SV650 in 2016.
Motorcycle Suzuki SV650 2021 | 
Motorcycle Suzuki SV1000 2007 |
V-Strom DL
V-Strom DL is a series of touring enduros produced by the company «Suzuki» since 2004. Today there are three generations of motorcycles in this series, each of which is suitable for:
- everyday use;
- tourist trips;
- less often - off-road.
Models produced after 2007 began to be equipped with an ABS system, a removed pendulum with a frame, two spark plugs for each cylinder and other modifications. All this had a positive effect on fuel consumption, bike stability and braking properties.
