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SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION
YEAR IN REVIEW
SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION
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2. Product improvement
In Suzuki’s Super Sport “GSX-R” series, the “GSX-R750”, which boasts excellent balance, and the “GSX-R600”, which is
popular in North American and European markets, both underwent complete model changes to improve performance and
styling. Obtaining high appraisal in the Supersport market they have contributed to improvement of our brand image while
strengthening sales greatly. Also, the new “GSR600” naked model with its unique and emotional styling and excellent riding
performance is highly appraised in Europe, especially in Italy. In the large displacement class, we are continuing to improve
and expand our lineup in respect to market needs with models like the “Bandit 1200/S”, a touring motorcycle respected
around the world for its excellent balance, the dynamic and stylish cruiser “Suzuki Boulevard M109R (Intruder M1800R)”,
and the “Burgman 400 (SKYWAVE 400)” premium scooter that lets you enjoy riding tandem.
In ATV (All Terrain Vehicle) production, we started manufacturing of the “LT-R450”, a new sport model ATV. Highly rated
for its power and performance, its sales are on the rise. Also, at Suzuki Manufacturing of America Corporation (SMAC)
production of the popular “KingQuad 700” has begun and the overall number of units being produced is continuing to
increase yearly.
3. Racing Activities
In Suzuki’s racing activities, the “GSX-R”, “RM/RM-Z” series continue to play an active role worldwide under the slogan
“Own the Racetrack”. At the Superbike World Championship, the “GSX-R1000” driven by Troy Corser won the both rider
and manufacturer titles. Team Suzuki Endurance also drove a “GSX-R1000” to a title finish at the World Endurance
Championship motorcycle race. In the United States, which has the biggest of the large displacement motorcycle markets
in the world, Mat Mladin won his 6th AMA Superbike Championship on a “GSX-R1000”. In off-road racing, Ricky Carmichael
won the AMA Supercross championship on a “RM250”, and the AMA National Motocross with the “RM-Z450”. Showing
great potential, the “GSX-R” and “RM/RM-Z” have already acquired several championships increasing both the global
visibility of the Suzuki brand and the superiority of Suzuki products.
GSX-R1000 (racing machine)RM-Z450 (racing machine)
QuadRacer R450 (LT-R450)
SUZUKI BOULEVARD M109R/
INTRUDER M1800R (VZR1800)
Step (UY125)