Segment: Sport / Super Sport
Production years: 2007, 2008
In 2008, Suzuki launched the GSX1300R Hayabusa, a sport motorcycle made since 1999, which was classified as the fastest production motorcycle in the world at the time, with a top speed of 312 kph (188 mph).
The 2008 motorcycle featured the first model change of Suzuki’s world-leading performance icon and increased engine size from 1,298cc to 1,340cc with the maximum horsepower increased to 197 hp.
The model was fitted with new technologies such as the Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve system (SDTV), twin fuel injectors, titanium intake and exhaust valves, and the Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (SDMS) that allowed the rider to select the preferred riding mode depending on the road conditions.
The wind protection and aerodynamics performance were tested by the manufacturer in the wind tunnel and covered both normal and extreme riding conditions.
Circling back to the engine, the 2008 Suzuki GSX1300R Hayabusa featured a 1,339cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with a power output of 197 hp with a peak at 9,500 rpm and 155 Nm (114 lb-ft) of torque available at 7,200 rpm.
The power produced by the engine, combined with a six-speed manual transmission and a dry weight of 220 kg (485 lbs), launched the bike to a top speed of 297 kph (184 mph).
Other changes brought upon the motorcycle included a redesigned instrument cluster with an analog speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, and water temperature, an SDMS mode indicator, new wheels, lower seats, and revised headlights.
engine specs | Type: | 4-stroke, four-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 16-valve, TSCC | Displacement: | 1340 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | 3.2x2.6 in OR 81 mm | Compression Ratio: | 12.5:1 | Horsepower: | 197/9500 KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | 114/7200 lb-ft/RPM OR 155/7200 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | EFI, Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve System (SDTV) |
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transmission specs | Gearbox: | 6-Speed, manual | Clutch: | Wet multi-disc, manual | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | #530 chain |
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chassis specs | Frame: | Aluminum | Front Suspension: | Front Inverted telescopic, coil spring, fully adjustable spring preload, adjustable rebound damping and adjustable compression damping | Rear Suspension: | Rear Link-type, gas/oil damped, fully adjustable spring preload, adjustable compression and rebound damping | Front Brake: | Dual hydraulic discs | Rear Brake: | Single hydraulic disc |
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dimension specs | Overall Length: | 86.6 in OR 2200 mm | Overall Width: | 29.1 in OR 739 mm | Seat Height: | 31.7 in OR 805 mm | Wheelbase: | 58.5 in OR 1486 mm | Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in OR 119 mm | Weight: | 485 lbs OR 220 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 5.5 gallons OR 20.8 L |
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tyres specs | Front: | 120/70-ZR17 | Rear: | 190/50-ZR17 |
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power system specs | Power pack: | - | Nominal Capacity: | - | Maximum Capacity: | - | Charger type: | - | Charging time (normal): | - | Charging time (quick): | - | Range: | - |
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