The Suzuki TL 1000 R motorcycle specifications include a 996 cc (60.78 cu in) engine, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 197 kg (434.3 lb).
Key specifications
The 1998 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.
How the Suzuki TL 1000 R compares
This compares the motorcycle with all Suzuki models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Suzuki database average.
About 63% higher than the Suzuki database average. Around the 80th percentile across Suzuki models.
Very close to the Suzuki database average. Around the 71st percentile across Suzuki models.
Suzuki database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the Suzuki specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
996 cc — larger displacement than about 80% of Suzuki models.
815 mm — taller than about 71% of Suzuki models.
Mechanical overview
Engine specifications
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 996 cc (60.78 cu in) |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Starter | Electric |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Dual disc |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
Dimensions and weight
| Dry weight | 197 kg (434.3 lb) |
|---|---|
| Seat height | 815 mm (32.1 inches) |
Performance
| Top speed | 265.0 km/h (164.7 mph) |
|---|---|
| Power/weight ratio | 0.6853 hp/kg |
Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from Suzuki models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official Suzuki information before relying on them. Visit the official Suzuki website.