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Suzuki GSX-R1000 2008 specs

Latest motor bike specifications and pictures for the 2008 Suzuki GSX-R1000.



Suzuki GSX-R1000 2008 motorcycle info

Main Detail

Make
Suzuki
Model
GSX-R1000
Year
2008
Category
Sport

Dimensions and Weight

Dry Weight
172.0 kg / 379.2 pounds
Ground Clearance
130 mm / 5.1 inches
Overall Height
1,130 mm / 44.5 inches
Overall Length
2,045 mm / 80.5 inches
Overall Width
720 mm / 28.3 inches
Wheelbase
1,415 mm / 55.7 inches

Engine and Exhaust

Bore / Stroke
73.4 x 59.0 mm / 2.9 x 2.3 inches
Engine Capacity
999.00 cc / 60.96 cubic inches
Compression
12.5:1
Engine Type
In-line four
Ignition
Digital/transistorized
2 / 4 Stroke
4

Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive

Transmission Type
Chain
Gearbox
6-speed
Lubrication System
Wet Sump

Fuel and Emission Standards

Fuel System
Injection
Fuel Control
DOHC
Fuel Capacity
17.50 litres / 4.62 gallons

Suspension

Front Suspension
Inverted telescopic, coil spring, fully adjustable spring preload, high and low speed compression and rebound damping
Rear Suspension
Link-type, gas/oil-damped, fully adjustable spring preload, high and low speed compression and rebound damping

Tires and Rims

Front Tire Dimensions
120/70-ZR17
Rear Tire Dimensions
190/50-ZR17

Brakes

Front Brakes
Double disc
Rear Brakes
Single disc

Notes, Comments and Warranty Information

Colour Options
Blue/White, Black/Gold, White/Silver

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