It was one of the biggest launches of its modern era and now it seems the revival of the Suzuki Katana nameplate could well see it expanded into a broader range to include a 125 version.
One of Suzuki’s more iconic models, the return of the Katana at the 2018 EICMA show was met with a positive reception but with its 999cc engine it does sit rather alone in the range next to equivalent GSX-S and GSX-R models.
This could be about to change, however, according to reputable Japanese source Young Machine, which is claiming Suzuki is busy developing the nameplate into a multi-displacement range that retains all the neo-retro design into a more compact platform.
In the same way the Katana is based on the Suzuki GSX-S1000, the Suzuki Katana 125R would be based on the Suzuki GSX-S125, which would see it priced around £4,000 (if it arrives here).
Will the Suzuki Katana 125R be sold in Europe?
According to Young Machine and Moto.it, indications suggest this is a model that is destined for the Japanese market only where the Katana is selling well.
However, given the Suzuki GSX-S125 is available in Europe, one can certainly see that a Suzuki Katana 125R would potentially be relatively easy to slot in and market over here.
It may well take a bit of campaigning for your local dealership to let them know if you want one, though Suzuki isn’t known for rushing these decisions so it could be a while before we see one hit the streets regardless of whether it’s coming here or not.
