Suzuki Quietly Slashed the Price of Arguably Its Best Street BikeGear PatrolSteve MazzucchiUpdatedThu, September 24, 2026 at 7:41 PM UTCAdd us on GoogleThe new GSX-S1000 comes in a whopping $1,200 cheaper than its predecessor while reviving a coveted blacked-out paint scheme.If you buy from a link, we may earn a commission. Learn moreClichés exist for a reason, and "good things come to those who wait" gets a very strong one in the form of breaking news from Suzuki.The brand unveiled several 2027 models with prices significantly lower than what the 2026 models cost, hugely rewarding the procrastinating patient moto fans among us.Suzuki cut the GSX-S1000's price by roughly 10 percent for 2027, bringing it down to $10,798. - Credit: Suzuki CyclesThe price drops hit the DR-Z range as well as the GSX-8S and GSX-8R, but the biggest savings grace the brand's flagship streetfighter, the GSX-S1000.AdvertisementAdvertisementQuick and dirty: the GSX-S1000 is built around a 999cc inline-four that delivers strong low-to-mid-range torque with potent top-end power.A 5-inch full-color TFT display serves as the gateway to Suzuki's Intelligent Ride System (S.I.R.S.). - Credit: Suzuki CyclesA 5-inch full-color TFT display accesses S.I.R.S. (Suzuki Intelligent Ride System), which offers three ride modes, five-mode traction control and a bi-directional quick shifter, among other modern tech amenities.Meanwhile, Brembo Monobloc four-piston calipers and dual 310mm floating rotors handle stopping duties, and fully adjustable KYB suspension helps you ride out the bumps.Dual 310mm floating rotors and Brembo Monobloc calipers handle braking duties, while KYB supplies fully adjustable suspension. - Credit: Suzuki CyclesAs for the price slash, this motorcycle sees its 2026 MSRP of $11,989 drop by a hefty $1,191 (roughly 10 percent), leaving the 2027 edition starting at $10,798.AdvertisementAdvertisementFurther sweetening the deal for one of the best-looking streetfighters is the revival of a badass colorway from yesteryear: Glass Sparkle Black.The Candy Daring Red hue waves goodbye while the other 2026 colorway, Metallic Triton Blue, returns for 2027.The 2027 GSX-S1000 offers two finishes: the returning Metallic Triton Blue (shown here) and the revived Glass Sparkle Black, last seen in 2025. - Credit: Suzuki CyclesThe price decrease is clearly strategic, as it slightly undercuts Honda's CB1000 Hornet SP ($10,999), widely regarded as one of 2026's top supernakeds.Bottom line: the new GSX-S1000's sharply lower price and returning blacked-out scheme make the choice between these two top-notch Japanese streetfighters significantly tougher than it was just a few weeks ago.2027 Suzuki GSX-S1000 Starts at $10,798 AdvertisementAdvertisementAbout the Author:Now managing editor, Steve has served in a variety of roles with GP since 2019. Having previously written and edited for such publications as Men's Health, Men's Journal, Esquire and ESPN, he enjoys covering a range of topics — but mostly those pertaining to cycling, snow sports, pocket knives and motos — and dreams of a utopian world in which everyone's bike seat is at the proper height.