The best way to think about the Suzuki B-King is to consider it a naked version of the famous Hayabusa. Sold only for one year in the US, it features the 2nd generation, 1340cc Hayabusa engine that was retuned for more mid-range torque. When it was unveiled to the world as a prototype, this bike featured a 240 section rear tire and a supercharger! Unfortunately, both of those features were dropped for production.
The Suzuki B-King is only 10 hp down on the Busa, and it was designed to be an impressive stoplight dragster. Weighing nearly 600 pounds, it’s simply a muscle bike that will provide incredible acceleration, no matter what gear you’re in. All that said – it’s not a pretty bike. It’s got too much of the “robot alien” look for me, and the original exhausts stuck out laughably far from the back. Thankfully, this bike doesn’t have the latter problem thanks to an aftermarket Yoshimura exhaust.
This specific Suzuki B-King (VIN: JS1GX71A882101825) is a non-ABS model that was recently serviced and had an un-specified recall completed. The seller has added Buell footpegs and Pro-Taper bars for a more comfortable ride, though the original parts are included in the sale. It’s a rare and powerful bike, but can you get over the looks? If so, find this Suzuki B-King for sale in Peru, Indiana with an unmet opening bid of $6,500 or a BIN of $8,995