Suzuki to produce the B-King for 2008!! - Page 2 - Motorcycle-Journal Forums

**inspiron** · 11-06-2006, 01:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wookie

Is this a Euro only bike or will it be sold in the States ?

If it's Euro-only, I'll let you all drool over mine (if my girlfriend lets me anywhere near a dealership...)

POE-BOY SAMICH · 11-06-2006, 12:38 PM

Man, that bike is sweeeet!
I'm a cruiser guy, but really like this B-KING.
That's the first sporty I've seen that I would even consider buying.

The headlamp looks EVIL!

S83 · 11-06-2006, 09:08 PM

This is what the production bike is suppose to look like. The other picture was the prototype shown in 2001 at bike shows. The prototype had a turbo 'Busa motor at about 250hp. Production is suppose to have a 1500cc (2008 'Busa motor?) 175hp 'Busa motor.

The prototype has 150 front tire 240 rear. No info on the production bike yet. Materials like carbon fiber, stainless steel, aluminum and leather were used building this awesome superbike. An advanced computer system is integrated to the bike. There are self-diagnosis systems, advanced telemetry, which can use a mobile phone for remote maintenance, setup options, and even a GPS-based weather warning system, in case you are heading for a rained out area, and much more. The engineers at Suzuki are supposed to design a helmet with a GPS navigation system using the visor as a display.

The bike is started using a fingerprint recognition system. There's also a advanced thief alarm system. If an unauthorized person tries to start or move the bike the owner gets notified of it immediately by his/her mobile phone. There's a microphone and a speaker built in the bike so the owner can speak with the thief by the phone. If a speaking motorcycle doesn't scare off the thief, you can activate light and sound alarm and the GPS system helps locating the bike if it actually gets stolen. Doesn't sound like any of these features will make into the production model.

More pics of the prototype....

Still questionable whether this will make it to the US or not. Sounds like a sure thing for UK.

**drgibson** · 11-06-2006, 09:12 PM

I'd take it. I hope it comes with a seat.

SNAFU · 11-06-2006, 09:32 PM

They should change the name, sounds too much like Burger King.

How about calling it Mickey D.

jalaan1 · 11-06-2006, 10:41 PM

S83,
do you have a bigger pic of that 'production' model?

interfire83 · 11-07-2006, 03:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by S83

THIS IS NOT THE PRODUCTION VERSION Probaly the new GSX-600 for the UK
__________________________________________________ _________

Here is the production version B-king

Here is the Proto again for comparison

Mavman · 11-07-2006, 08:10 AM

Except for minor tweeks--(between the two pics) and aside from the head light. The production model pretty much mimicks the prototype....EXCELLANT!!

Rickster · 11-07-2006, 08:22 AM

I'm always amazed at how much it can change a bike's look, just by adding handle bar mount mirrors. Usually for the worse.

Mavman · 11-07-2006, 08:32 AM

Yea........and that hangy crap for the license plate would definately have to be done away with and plate moved too.

bajaraider · 11-07-2006, 08:54 AM

pretty sweet!

wheeliekev · 11-07-2006, 10:27 AM

looks very ugly

The Teach · 11-07-2006, 10:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wheeliekev

looks very ugly

I'm still unable to make a decision about it. On one hand, I agree... On the other hand, I really dig it. I guess I need to see it in person to make a final judgement.

**Louis** · 11-07-2006, 12:40 PM

Looks like a big beast. I can't say I don't like like it.

**drgibson** · 11-07-2006, 02:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wheeliekev

looks very ugly

I thought the same thing about the Moto Guzzi Griso until I saw one in person. Very nice looking bike.

Shabaman · 11-07-2006, 11:07 PM

hawtness

S83 · 11-08-2006, 10:23 PM

This is the 600cc version.

ForbidInjustice · 11-08-2006, 10:26 PM

Eh, no thanks. One seater? Kinda reminds me of the SV, not too much my style. I love the pictures that S83 posted above.. "wow", I would trade vows with that bike.

SVZuki · 11-09-2006, 07:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ForbidInjustice

Eh, no thanks. One seater? Kinda reminds me of the SV, not too much my style. I love the pictures that S83 posted above.. "wow", I would trade vows with that bike.

there iws a seam on the tail that would indicate you can pop the pillion off and possibly put a passenger seat. Plus it has passenger pegs.

BTW I looooove the half faired look.

RampageRider · 11-09-2006, 07:27 AM

At first glance it reminds me of the Yamaha V-Max, I'll belive it when I see it hit the show room floor. It looks really cool for a bike.

11-06-2006, 12:38 PM	#22 (permalink)
POE-BOY SAMICH U.B's LoveChild Joined: Dec 2005 Bike: '07 Harley Road King Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 1,212	Man, that bike is sweeeet! I'm a cruiser guy, but really like this B-KING. That's the first sporty I've seen that I would even consider buying. The headlamp looks EVIL! __________________ http://www.lonestarmotorcyclealliance.com/

11-06-2006, 09:08 PM	#23 (permalink)
S83 Handlebar Consultant Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 613	This is what the production bike is suppose to look like. The other picture was the prototype shown in 2001 at bike shows. The prototype had a turbo 'Busa motor at about 250hp. Production is suppose to have a 1500cc (2008 'Busa motor?) 175hp 'Busa motor. The prototype has 150 front tire 240 rear. No info on the production bike yet. Materials like carbon fiber, stainless steel, aluminum and leather were used building this awesome superbike. An advanced computer system is integrated to the bike. There are self-diagnosis systems, advanced telemetry, which can use a mobile phone for remote maintenance, setup options, and even a GPS-based weather warning system, in case you are heading for a rained out area, and much more. The engineers at Suzuki are supposed to design a helmet with a GPS navigation system using the visor as a display. The bike is started using a fingerprint recognition system. There's also a advanced thief alarm system. If an unauthorized person tries to start or move the bike the owner gets notified of it immediately by his/her mobile phone. There's a microphone and a speaker built in the bike so the owner can speak with the thief by the phone. If a speaking motorcycle doesn't scare off the thief, you can activate light and sound alarm and the GPS system helps locating the bike if it actually gets stolen. Doesn't sound like any of these features will make into the production model. More pics of the prototype.... Still questionable whether this will make it to the US or not. Sounds like a sure thing for UK. Last edited by S83; 11-06-2006 at 09:10 PM.

11-06-2006, 09:12 PM	#24 (permalink)
drgibson Thumper Mod Joined: Jul 2005 Bike: 2008 Kawasaki KLR 650 Location: Dallas, Texas Directly above the center of the earth. Posts: 10,264	I'd take it. I hope it comes with a seat. __________________ Looking for better fuel economy? Consider a KLR... Better gas milage then a Prius or a Smart car, and it won't cost you an arm and a leg and your testosterone.

11-06-2006, 09:32 PM	#25 (permalink)
SNAFU Want's A New Title Joined: Mar 2006 Bike: '06 Boulevard M50 Black Location: Winnipeg, Canada Posts: 4,452	They should change the name, sounds too much like Burger King. How about calling it Mickey D. __________________

11-07-2006, 08:22 AM	#29 (permalink)
Rickster Bridal Boutique Manager Joined: Oct 2005 Location: St Paul Mn Posts: 2,883	I'm always amazed at how much it can change a bike's look, just by adding handle bar mount mirrors. Usually for the worse. __________________ Ever notice that the person telling you to calm down, is the same one that got you worked up in the first place. 2008 1250 Bandit ABS 2008 DR 650 2006 HD Road King 2005 DL1000 V Strom (sold) 2004 Twin Peaks 700 2003 KTM 525 EX/C (for sale) 2005 Santa Cruz Heckler

11-06-2006, 10:41 PM	#26 (permalink)
jalaan1 Where Am I ? Joined: Aug 2006 Location: LI, NY Posts: 38	S83, do you have a bigger pic of that 'production' model?

11-07-2006, 08:54 AM	#31 (permalink)
bajaraider U.B's LoveChild Joined: Sep 2005 Bike: 2005 M50, 1970 TC120 Location: Lubbock, Texas Posts: 1,030	pretty sweet! __________________ RED M50 - 2005 "only a motorcycle rider understands why a dog hangs its head out the window" My Toys

11-07-2006, 10:27 AM	#32 (permalink)
wheeliekev Newbie Joined: Oct 2006 Bike: 1216 bandit Location: chester, uk Posts: 19	looks very ugly

11-07-2006, 12:40 PM	#34 (permalink)
Louis Administrator Joined: Sep 2003 Bike: SV650S '05 (Blue) Location: Gatineau, QC, Canada Posts: 10,628	Looks like a big beast. I can't say I don't like like it. __________________ Louis

11-07-2006, 11:07 PM	#36 (permalink)
Shabaman Clunked into first gear Joined: Nov 2006 Bike: Suzuki Bandit Location: Tampa FL Posts: 216	hawtness __________________

11-08-2006, 10:23 PM	#37 (permalink)
S83 Handlebar Consultant Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 613	This is the 600cc version. Last edited by S83; 11-08-2006 at 10:28 PM.

11-08-2006, 10:26 PM	#38 (permalink)
ForbidInjustice Puddle Runner Joined: May 2005 Bike: 2007 GSX-R1000 Black/orange! Location: Fort Hood, Texas Posts: 352	Eh, no thanks. One seater? Kinda reminds me of the SV, not too much my style. I love the pictures that S83 posted above.. "wow", I would trade vows with that bike. __________________ U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security www.dhs.gov .. hence strength and security

11-09-2006, 07:27 AM	#40 (permalink)
RampageRider Fourth gear and illegal Joined: Oct 2005 Bike: 05 Red M50 Location: Iowa, riding in the Rain! Posts: 782	At first glance it reminds me of the Yamaha V-Max, I'll belive it when I see it hit the show room floor. It looks really cool for a bike. __________________ . "Grow up, what a waste of a good time, if Peter Pan can do it so can we............... " 05 Red M50 (mine) 97 Yellow Honda Rebel (her's)

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