Since the new Suzuki GSX-S1000 was revealed earlier this year it’s only been a matter of time before the same technical updates it received would filter through to the mechanically identical 2022 Katana. Now that’s precisely what’s happened for the 2022 version.

2022 Katana

Although the GSX-S1000’s biggest change was its styling, and the Katana’s classic looks are unaltered for next year, the retro model now benefits from the same electronic and mechanical improvements that were first applied to the GSX-S1000.

2022 Katana

The tweaks include a new airbox, changes to the exhaust, new camshafts with less valve overlap, new valve springs and a new clutch, which help the GSX-R1000K5-derived four-cylinder engine meet Euro5 emissions limits while simultaneously increasing power fractionally, taking it from 150PS (110.3kW) to 152PS (111.8kW), peaking 1000rpm higher than before at 11,000rpm. Peak torque comes 250rpm lower, so the overall spread is wider than on the old model.

2022 Katana

Like the new GSX-S1000, the 2022 Katana also gets updated electronics with three selectable engine maps, while a bidirectional quickshifter makes for clutchless gearchanges. The KYB suspension and Brembo brakes are carried over, but the instruments gain a new, red ‘night mode’ for the updated model.

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Specifications

Overall Length

2,125 mm (83.7 in.)

Overall width

830 mm (32.7 in.)

Overall height

1,110 mm (43.7 in.)

Wheelbase

1,460 mm (57.5 in.)

Ground clearance

140 mm (5.5 in.)

Seat height

825 mm (32.5 in.)

Curb weight

215kg (474.0 lbs.)

Engine type

Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, in-line four

Bore x stroke

73.4 mm x 59.0 mm (2.9 in. x 2.3 in.)

Engine displacement

999 cm3 (61.0 cu. in.)

Compression ratio

12.2:1

Fuel system

Fuel injection

Starter system

Electric

Lubrication system

Wet-sump

Transmission

6-speed constant mesh

Suspension

Front

Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped

Rear

Link type, coil spring, oil damped

Rake / trail

25° / 100mm (3.9 in.)

Brakes

Front

Disc brake, twin

Rear

Disc brake

Tires

Front

120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless

Rear

190/50ZR17M/C (73W), tubeless

Ignition system

Electronic ignition (transistorized)

Fuel tank capacity

12.0 L (3.2/2.6 US/Imp gal)