At the Cycle World International Motorcycle Show (IMS) that took place at the Long Beach Convention Center in California, American Suzuki Motor Corporation (ASMC) unveiled a new 2008 Hayabusa bike model that is designed and customized in conjunction with Lifted Research Group (L-R-G) and 2Wheel Tuner magazine.
According to Glenn Hansen, communications manager, ASMC, Motorcycle/ATV Division: "Beyond its well-deserved reputation for best-in-class performance, the popularity of the Suzuki Hayabusa can be attributed to the way it has long been embraced by the many facets of popular culture, including fashion, style, music and entertainment. Suzuki’s relationship with L-R-G provides us with a not-to-be-missed opportunity to vividly illustrate our iconic sportbike’s storied connection to urban culture."
The L-R-G Hayabusa will be featured as the January 2008 cover of 2Wheel Tuner magazine. Highlights of this unique bike model include:
- unique Pearl White Powder paint scheme
- Gator Customs-crafted lighted and see-through panels
- custom windscreen with L-R-G pattern by Sportech
- stator cover with CNC engraved L-R-G logo
- engraved Voodoo exhaust
- laser engraved L-R-G patterned seat
- rear fairing from a 2007 GSX-R1000 sportbike
- new tubular subframe and single-sided Gregg’s Customs swingarm
- revalved front and rear suspension by Race Tech and Eibach 900-lb. rear springs
- 18x8.5-inch (rear) and 17x4-inch (front) MHT clear wheels produced by CSC, and 240/40ZR17 (rear) and 120/70ZR17 (front) Pirelli Diablo tires
- steel braided brake and clutch lines
- four-piston radial mount brake calipers and brake and clutch radial mount master cylinders from Beringer Brakes
- fully adjustable lowering links
- steering stem nut cover
- swingarm axle covers
- rear brake reservoir
- custom oil filler cap and custom ignition switch cover by Ransom Machine Works.
- custom gauges and chrome bolts and accent pieces by CSC
- rearview camera system by Ant Systems
Unfortunately, Suzuki did not yet release the availability and the manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) of this customized bike model. Maybe you can try to upgrade your motorcycle or auto accessories (like Acura Integra car cover) while waiting.