With their spacious 36 litre capacity, these standard side cases also feature a compact design that integrates seamlessly with the GT+’s sharp, futuristic looks. Each can accommodate a full-face helmet and features a quick-release key mechanism for easy mounting and removal. Meanwhile a 19 litre capacity fuel tank combines with the engine’s excellent 46.3 MPG fuel efficiency to bring the rider greater peace of mind by giving the GT+ superior touring range.

Agility, comfort, and riding pleasure were all design goals for creating this sports touring chassis. Every aspect reflects a focus on great handling and control in real-world conditions, such as riding with a pillion or carrying luggage, and to minimise rider fatigue when touring for long distances. Another major goal was to build the chassis to deliver the aggressive performance capabilities of a superbike-derived powerplant when heading out for sporty rides.

An upright riding position provides all-day-riding comfort, while wide-set rubber mounted handlebars and aluminium footrests with rubber inserts reduce vibration and fatigue. As well as aiding comfort, the handlebar position offers high levels of control and feel. Rider and pillion seats feature a sporty and attractive new design, covered in a material that provides positive grip. The rider’s seat is also shaped to offer freedom of movement when enjoying a sporty ride. Special effort went into designing the thickness, shape and size of the pillion seat to maximise passenger comfort, and into designing the new grab bars at the back of the seat for comfort and ease of use.

The 43mm KYB inverted front forks give a ride that is sporty-yet-plush. They have fully adjustable damping, rebound, compression and spring preload. The link-type rear suspension with adjustable rebound damping and spring preload settings contributes to enhancing agility and stability. From low through high speeds, the handling is neutral and the rider feels an immediate sense of confidence-building stability. At the same time, the GT+ delivers high levels of performance, responding faithfully under the heavy loads of high speeds.

Its sharp lines, radical front face, and all-round good looks tell the story of the GT+ riding experience. The striking face of the new GT+ combines the pair of horizontally arranged LED headlights, new mirror design, and side mounted turn signals to create an advanced look. These elements combine with the new seat design, slim tail section and short, compact silencer design to create a sleek and luxurious image that emphasises the GT+’s prowess as a sport touring machine built for comfort, speed, and thorough enjoyment.