The Suzuki GSX-R 1000 motorcycle specifications include a 988 cc (60.29 cu in) engine, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 195 kg (429.9 lb).
Key specifications
2001-2007Model years
988 ccDisplacement
110.0 NmTorque
195 kgWet weight
830 mmSeat height
18 LFuel tank
1,410 mmWheelbase
130 mmGround clearance
Model years covered
2001200220032004200520062007
Year-specific specification changes
The 2001 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.
Bore × stroke
2005200773.4 x 59 mm (2.9 x 2.3 inches)
Compression ratio
2005200712.5:1
Displacement
20042005998 cc (60.90 cu in)
2006998.6 cc (60.93 cu in)
2007999 cc (60.96 cu in)
Dry weight
20032004168 kg (370.4 lb)
20052006166 kg (366 lb)
2007172 kg (379.2 lb)
Frame
2005Rigid twin-spar aluminum frame minimizes weight while maintaining high torsional strength
Front brakes
20032007Double disc
Front suspension
20042006Inverted telescopic, coil spring, fully adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping
2007Inverted telescopic, coil spring, fully adjustable spring preload, high and low speed compression and rebound damping
Front tire
2003120/70-17
Fuel system
2006Injection. Fuel Injection
Rear brakes
20032007Single disc
Rear suspension
2002Link type, oil damped, coil spring, spring preload fully adjustable, 4-way adjustable rebound damping
20042006Link-type, gas/oil-damped, fully adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping
2007Link-type, gas/oil-damped, fully adjustable spring preload, high and low speed compression and rebound damping
Rear tire
2002190/50-ZR17
2003190/50-17
20042007190/50-ZR17
Torque
2002110.0 Nm (11.2 kgf-m or 81.1 ft.lbs) @ 8,500 rpm
2003113.0 Nm (11.5 kgf-m or 83.3 ft.lbs) @ 8,400 rpm
Wheelbase
200520061,405 mm (55.3 inches)
20071,415 mm (55.7 inches)
Clutch
2002Cable-operated wet multiplate
2006Wet multiple plate coil springs
Fuel control
20022007Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ground clearance
2007125 mm (4.9 inches)
Ignition
2002Transistorized
20062007Digital/transistorized
Overall height
200520071,130 mm (44.5 inches)
Overall length
200520062,030 mm (79.9 inches)
Overall width
20052006710 mm (28.0 inches)
2007720 mm (28.3 inches)
Power/weight ratio
20020.9308 hp/kg
20030.9762 hp/kg
Seat height
20052007810 mm (31.9 inches)
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 120/70-ZR17 |
|---|---|
| Rear tire size | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Front tire pressure | 36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa) |
| Rear tire pressure | 42 PSI (2.9 Bar or 290 kPa) |
| Engine oil | SAE 10W-40 Synthetic |
| Engine oil capacity | 3.20 L (3.38 US qt) |
| Spark plug | NGK, CR9EIA-9 |
| Chain size | 525 |
| Chain links | 110 |
| Sprocket sizes | 17/42 (front/rear) |
| Estimated theoretical fuel range | 305 km |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.24:1 (Oversquare) |
Engine specifications
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 988 cc (60.29 cu in) |
| Torque | 110.0 Nm (11.2 kgf-m or 81.1 ft.lbs) |
| Bore × stroke | 73.0 x 59 mm (2.9 x 2.3 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 12.0:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Fuel control | Overhead Cams (OHC) |
| Ignition | Electronic ignition, Transistorized |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Wet sump |
| Engine oil | SAE 10W-40 Synthetic |
| Oil capacity | 3.20 L (3.38 US qt) |
| Spark plugs | NGK, CR9EIA-9 |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Cable-operated multiplate wet clutch |
| Chain size | 525 |
| Chain links | 110 |
| Sprockets | 17/42 (front/rear) |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Aluminium, twin spar |
|---|---|
| Front suspension | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped, spring preload fully adjustable, rebound and compression damping |
| Rear suspension | Link type, oil damped, coil spring, spring preload fully adjustable, 4-way adjustable rebound damping force |
| Front wheel travel | 125 mm (4.9 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Rake | 24.0° |
| Trail | 96 mm (3.8 inches) |
| Fork tube size | 43 mm (1.7 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Double disc. Six-piston calipers. |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Two-piston calipers. |
| Front tire | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear tire | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Front tire pressure | 36 PSI (2.5 Bar or 250 kPa) |
| Rear tire pressure | 42 PSI (2.9 Bar or 290 kPa) |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 195 kg (429.9 lb) |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 170 kg (374.8 lb) |
| Seat height | 830 mm (32.7 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,045 mm (80.5 inches) |
| Overall width | 715 mm (28.1 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,135 mm (44.7 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,410 mm (55.5 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 18.00 L (4.76 US gal) |
|---|---|
| Fuel consumption | 5.90 L/100 km (16.9 km/l or 39.87 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases | 136.9 CO 2 g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission) |
Performance
| Top speed | 290.0 km/h (180.2 mph) |
|---|---|
| Power/weight ratio | 0.9412 hp/kg |
Other specifications
| Color options | Blue/white, Silver/Black |
|---|---|
| Brake fluid | DOT 4 |
| Coolant | 2.00 L (0.53 US gal) |
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