While other manufacturers are relying on every bit of technology to ensure they maintain to compete at the highest level, Suzuki is known to walk on the road less travelled.

The rear ride height device is a system that allows the rear of the motorcycle to squat, lowing the centre of gravity which subsequently adds grip.

This means less electronic intervention and ultimately helps riders gain a faster lap time.

What begins as a device that helps achieve better traction at the start of the race, some manufacturers, especially Ducati, have adopted the technology during the race, with a system called the front ride height device.

During the recently concluded Sepang Test, Ducati has seen testing the front ride height device on the GP22, reported by Crash.net.

The Ducati GP22 can now lower its front and rear at the start of a race and during corner exit.

However, during Suzuki’s team conference, team manager, Shinichi Sahara, confirmed that they are currently not interested in expanding the system during races.

“Our bike height adjustment system only works for the start. During the race and during the race action, this system does not work for us,” he said.

At this point, it’s no longer a surprise that Suzuki decided to hold off the front ride height device as the team is the last to jump on the bandwagon for the rear height device.

Suzuki is always known to be lacking in adapting to new technology not only in world championship racing but also in production bikes.

Nonetheless, Sahara reveals that the team might look into the front height device beyond the 2022 season.

“We understand how to build it, we understand the method to develop it, but we are not thinking of doing it, at least not this year,” he added.

Suzuki is currently at Mandalika Circuit in Indonesia as the team prepares for its second pre-season test ahead of the 2022 MotoGP season.