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Suzuki GSX-R1000 2018 specs

Latest motor bike specifications and pictures for the 2018 Suzuki GSX-R1000.



Suzuki GSX-R1000 2018 motorcycle info

Main Detail

Make
Suzuki
Model
GSX-R1000
Year
2018
Category
Sport

Performance and Speed

Torque
117.00 Nm (11.9 kgf-m or 86.3 ft.lbs) @ 10000 Revolutions">RPM

Dimensions and Weight

Ground Clearance
130 mm / 5.1 inches
Overall Height
1,145 mm / 45.1 inches
Overall Length
2,075 mm / 81.7 inches
Overall Width
705 mm / 27.8 inches
Kerb Weight
200.0 kg / 440.9 pounds
Wheelbase
1,485 mm / 58.5 inches

Engine and Exhaust

Bore / Stroke
76.0 x 55.1 mm / 3.0 x 2.2 inches
Compression
13.2:1
Engine Type
In-line four, four-stroke
Starter
Electric
Valves / Cylinder
4
Exhaust system
4-2-1 exhaust system

Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive

Transmission Type
Chain
Gearbox
6-speed
Drive line
Chain drive, #525
Lubrication System
Wet sump with oil cooler

Fuel and Emission Standards

Fuel System
Injection
Fuel Control
Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Fuel Capacity
16.00 litres / 4.23 gallons

Suspension

Front Suspension
Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Front Wheel Travel
120 mm / 4.7 inches
Rear Suspension
Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped
Rear Wheel Travel
130 mm / 5.1 inches

Tires and Rims

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

Brakes

Front Brakes
Double disc. Brembo 4-piston. Optional ABS.
Front Brake Diameter
310 mm / 12.2 inches
Rear Brakes
Single disc. Optional ABS.
Rear Brake Diameter
220 mm / 8.7 inches

Instrumentation and Lighting

Instruments
LCD
Lighting
LED headlight

Notes, Comments and Warranty Information

Comments
Push-button selection of three performance settings.
Factory Warranty
12 month unlimited mileage limited warranty.
Colour Options
Pearl Glacier White, Metallic Mat Black No. 2

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