



If any bike can claim to rule the racetrack, this is it. By applying the latest technology and years of hard fought racing experience, Suzuki's latest generation 2008 GSX-R1000 is designed to deliver what the rider wants, when the rider wants it.
The compact 999cc liquid-cooled engine with Suzuki's Dual Throttle Valve (SDTV) fuel injection system has been developed to offer excellent power and throttle response. Three engine power settings are available at the flick of a handle-bar mounted switch, each with its own engine map depending on road or track conditions.
The adjustable back-torque limiting clutch makes for smoother downshifts while the high-volume titanium/ stainless steel Suzuki Advanced Exhaust Systems (SAES) features an under-body chamber and two low-slung mufflers for increased internal volume and lower centre of gravity. Also contributing to the advanced aerodynamics is the aggressively style bodywork, slicing the air with the smallest frontal area possible.
The cast-aluminium-alloy frame is built for superb rigidity and balance while the front forks and rear shock absorber both have adjustable high/low-speed compression damping, adjustable rebound damping and spring preload. The electronically controlled steering damper means less damping force for lighter steering at slow speeds and more damping force at higher speeds. 3-way adjustable footpegs improve rider comfort while the radial-mount 4-piston calipers and radial master cylinder provide superb bike-lever feel.
If it sounds good on paper, the GSX-R1000 feels even better on the road or track.
Ride it yourself and experience the sheer performance of the world's most successful open-class racing machine.
* Recommended retail price. AUD including GST. Dealer delivery and Government statutory charges are additional.
Engine | 999cc 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-cylinder |
Starter | Electric |
Transmission | 6-speed constant mesh |
Front suspension | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, spring preload fully adjustable, rebound and compression damping force fully adjustable |
Rear suspension | Link type, oil damped, coil spring, spring preload fully adjustable, rebound and compression damping force fully adjustable |
Front brakes | Radial mount 4-piston calipers, 310mm dual disc brake |
Rear brakes | 1-piston caliper, 220mm disc brake |
Seat height | 810mm |
Wheelbase | 1,415mm |
Length | 2,045mm |
Width | 720mm |
Height | 1,130mm |
Dry weight | 172kg |
Fuel capacity | 17.5 litres |
Colours | Pearl Blue / White, Black / Matt Black andBlack / Metallic Gold |
Warranty | Two-year unlimited km |