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GSX-R1000R

The Gixxer thou — old-school pace, modern electronics.

Starting price

$18,199

Our rating

★★★★★★★★★★4.5
Suzuki GSX-R1000R

199 hp

Max power

299 km/h

Top speed

3.0 s

0–100 km/h

203 kg

Kerb weight

The short version

Is the GSX-R1000R for you?

Best for purists who want a fast, dependable litre-class weapon.

  • 999 cc inline-four
  • Variable valve timing
  • Showa Balance Free forks
Colours:Metallic Triton BlueGlass Sparkle Black

Pros

  • Strong, linear power
  • Trusted reliability
  • Great value for a litre bike

Cons

  • No IMU-linked cornering aids
  • Dated dash

Full specifications

Engine

Displacement
999 cc
Configuration
Inline-4, VVT
Max power
199 hp @ 13,200 rpm
Max torque
117 Nm @ 10,800 rpm
Cooling
Liquid-cooled
Gearbox
6-speed, quickshifter

Performance

Top speed
299 km/h
0–100 km/h
3.0 s
Economy / range
16 km/l
Kerb weight
203 kg

Chassis & Brakes

Frame
Aluminium twin-spar
Front suspension
Showa BFF 43 mm
Rear suspension
Showa BFRC-lite
Front brake
Dual 320 mm, Brembo
Rear brake
Single 220 mm
Tyres
Bridgestone Battlax RS11

Dimensions

Seat height
825 mm
Fuel / battery
16 L
Wheelbase
1420 mm
Ground clearance
130 mm

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