Five(5) reasons why Ibadan bikers love to ride Suzuki Katana
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Five(5) reasons why Ibadan bikers love to ride Suzuki Katana

25 June 2026
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History of Suzuki Katana In Japan, the word katana actually means “sword” The Suzuki Katana has a rich and fascinating history, starting with its design as a “Target Design” concept in 1979. This design was later developed into the GSX1100S model and unveiled at the 1980 Cologne Motorcycle Show, where it garnered immense attention. Production of […]

History of Suzuki Katana
In Japan, the word katana actually means “sword”
The Suzuki Katana has a rich and fascinating history, starting with its design as a “Target Design” concept in 1979. This design was later developed into the GSX1100S model and unveiled at the 1980 Cologne Motorcycle Show, where it garnered immense attention.
Production of Suzuki katana began in 1981, and the Katana quickly became a global icon, known for its sharp styling and powerful engine. The series expanded with various models, including the GSX750, GSX650, GSX400, and GSX250, eventually ending production in 2000. 

 

1. It’s affordable

Compare to latest top notch pricey super bikes that require multiple millions of Naira to own, Suzuki katana (GSXF) models are within reach for Ibadan bikers. Hence, ibadan bikers would rather go for Suzuki katana bikes anytime anyday because of its affordability.

2. Motorbike importers factor

Majority of ibadan bike importers have a strong belief that the fastest selling bikes are Suzuki katana, hence, they would rather shop and ship in katana bikes into ibadan as against other brands. Remember people will rather buy what they see compare to that which is not within their reach.

3. It’s sporty despite its age 

Ibadan bikers strongly believe in the saying that the older the wine, the better the taste. Regardless of old age of Suzuki katana bikes, it still delivers that sporty look that attract any bike enthusiast.

4. Easy to fix

The electrical and mechanical functions of Suzuki katana bikes are quite simple to diagnose for any competent bike mechanic. It’s different from those recent complex bikes that cost fortune and time to detect its fault for it to be fixed. Remember, easy does it!

5. It can travel long distance

There’s hardly any road that Suzuki katana bikes can’t reach provided there’s petrol inside your tank. It’s know for ruggedness when it’s time for long trips and travels, katana bikes don’t get tired on the road unless the rider gets tired. Ibadan bikers love adventure and trips, hence, they prefer a motorbike that can deliver rest of mind when it’s time to hit the ground running on a bike.

This article was prepared by Gbolahan Olayiwola of Bikers Academy (a motorcycle training school in Ibadan). If you know someone who wish to tell others about motorcycling and who wish to learn from experienced instructors, kindly tell them to register on:

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