Segment: Sport / Super Sport
Production years: 2001, 2002
Named "Bike of the Year" in 2001 by Rider Magazine, the GSX-R1000 proved that it was a leader in the open-class sportbike performance, which led to the release of the 2002 GSX-R1000 that featured two additional paint schemes, bolt-on bungee hooks, and a polished stainless steel exhaust.
Based on the GSX-R750 model, the R1000 featured a similar engine but with an increased bore and stroke. The unit that powered the 2002 model also featured wider transmission gears, an oil cooler system, and a compact counterbalancer mounted on the crankshaft. For smooth and precise throttle control, the bike was fitted with Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve System (SDTV) fuel injection.
The chassis was made on the same design as the GSX-R750 but balanced to keep up with the increased engine size, weight, and power delivery. For increased strength, the frame was made a bit thicker and featured two engine mounts on each spar compared to the R750, with one on the right and two on the left. The handlebar, footpegs, and seat position remained unchanged from the R750 model.
The bike featured a unique four-in-two-in-one exhaust system, which for weight reduction featured titanium, stainless steel, and aluminum and a digitally-controlled Suzuki Exhaust Tuning (SET) system.
Jumping into the figures, the 998cc in-line four-cylinder engine that powered the GSX-R1000 had a power output of 160 hp with a peak at 10,800 rpm and 110 Nm (81 lb-ft) of torque available at 8,500 rpm. Combined with a six-speed transmission and a wet weight of 195 kg (430 lbs), the sports bike knocked the speed camera on the ground with a registered speed of 290 kph (180 mph).
engine specs | Type: | Water-cooled inline-4, DOHC, 16 valves | Displacement: | 998 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | 2.8x0.2 in OR 71 mm | Compression Ratio: | 12:1 | Horsepower: | 160/10800 KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | 81/8500 lb-ft/RPM OR 110/8500 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | Fuel Injection |
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transmission specs | Gearbox: | 6 Speed, manual | Clutch: | Wet multi-disc, manual | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | Chain |
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chassis specs | Frame: | Aluminium twin-spar | Front Suspension: | 43mm KYB inverted fork, 125mm travel | Rear Suspension: | Monoshock, fully adjustable, 130mm travel | Front Brake: | 2 x 320mm hydraulic discs | Rear Brake: | Single 220mm hydraulic disc |
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dimension specs | Overall Length: | 80.5 in OR 2045 mm | Overall Width: | 28.1 in OR 714 mm | Seat Height: | 32.7 in OR 831 mm | Wheelbase: | 55.1 in OR 1400 mm | Ground Clearance: | 5.1 in OR 130 mm | Weight: | 375 lbs OR 170 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 4.8 gallons OR 18.2 L |
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tyres specs | Front: | 120/70-R17ZR | Rear: | 190/50-R17ZR |
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