The GSX1300 B-King, a 1340 cc/185 hp standard, retunes the ‘Busa’s motor for greater low-end power, and all-up weight is about 15 kg more, but Suzuki says performance differences between it and its sleeker stablemate will be “minimal.” 

An exposed engine, under-seat exhaust, aluminum frame and swingarm, and radial-mounted brake calipers announce the B-King as a standard in appearance only.

There's also a drive-mode selector similar to the Hayabusa’s (but with two modes instead of three), fully-adjustable suspension, gear-driven counter balancer, and EFI -- all of which should comprise a package that sets new standards for nakedness.

The B-King sells for a muscular $14,999. 

The 2008 Hayabusa gets a displacement bump from 1299 to 1340 cc and a power increase of about 10 per cent, which should put it on equal ground with Kawasaki’s ZX-14.

Technical updates include new fuel injection, titanium valves, slipper clutch, new fully-adjustable USD forks holding new radial calipers, lighter discs and alloy wheels, aerodynamic bodywork, a lower gas tank, and three rider-selectable engine settings similar to the GSX-R1000.

Weight on the new ‘Busa is actually up three kg over the 2007 model, but improved handling and power should more than compensate. As for styling, it's still distinctively Hayabusa. MSRP is $15,099.00.

The C109R in RT touring form

Suzuki's Boulevard cruiser line has a new player in the C109RT, basically "classic"-styled versions of the M109 performance cruiser.

Both use the M109's big liquid-cooled, fuel-injected V-twin and shaft drive, allied to pullback handlebars and floorboards for a relaxed riding position, while fatter wheels and much deeper valanced fenders change the looks considerably.

The RT adds a windscreen, passenger backrest, studded saddlebags, and engine guards to the mix. MSRP is $15,999 for the C109R and $17,799 for the RT model.

The 2008 Suzuki GSX650F will serve as a replacement for the long-running and faithful Katana series.

Powered by a liquid-cooled engine borrowed from the Bandit 650 and a full fairing modeled after the GSX-R line (and with a strong family resemblence to the full-faired GS500).

Suzuki’s dual-butterfly EFI system is fitted, and the gauges are also designed after those fitted to the GSX-R series.

Think “Bandit 650” with some fancy touches and you’ve about got it. And for $8,599, you can have it.

GSXR600 gets upgrades and new look

There's a new GSX-R600 this year that's intended to claw Suzuki back to the top of the most hotly contested sport-bike category.

Electronics, engine, slipper clutch, chassis, swingarm, and suspension are all either new or massively upgraded. New sharper looks are said to improve aerodynamics and top speed, as well.

Needless to say, as usual the GSX-R750 is basically the same bike with bigger holes in the block (well, it's not quite that simple, but pretty close). 

You'll shell out $12,999 for the 750, and $11,999 for its 600 cc running mate. 

Suzuki Canada has announced a Bandit 1250 variant – the Canadian Special Edition.

The 1250SE comes with fairing lowers and saddlebags as standard, as well as ABS. An optional tail trunk is available for those that find it difficult to "pack light."

Power is by the standard Bandit 1254.8 cc liquid-cooled four, a torque-rich motor that drives the rear wheel through a six-speed transmission. 

MSRP for the 2008 Bandit 1250 SE is $11,999.00

Biplane – No wings, but a nice open-air feeling.

The Biplane is a V4-powered motorcycle with styling they say is taken from the ancient winged machines—“no canopy”—and looks something like an egg with wheels attached.

Motor, tank-area, and frontal area are encased, leaving the rider out in the wind. The bike sports a perimeter-style front disc and looks more aerodynamic than a bullet (except for the rider sticking out in the wind, of course—biplane-like).

Crosscage – Freedom from gas pumps, but will it wheelie?

The Crosscage is a dual-powered (lithium-ion battery and air-cooled fuel-cell system) motorcycle with some styling concepts borrowed from the Biplane. It looks small and light and should sound something like a yo-yo in full swing.

Don't get your chequebook out yet, but these concepts will likely emerge in bits and pieces over the next few years.