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Suzuki GSX-R 600

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Make Model

Suzuki GSX-R 600

Year

1992-96

Engine

Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder

Capacity

599 c / 36.6 cub. in.

Bore x Stroke

65.5 x 45.2 mm

Compression Ratio

11.8:1

Cooling System

Liquid cooled

Lubrication

Wet sump

Induction

4 x 36 Mikuni carburetors

Ignition

Digital

Starting

Electric

Max Power  

79 kW / 106 hp @ 12600 rpm.

Max Torque

65 Nm / 6.6 kg-f / 48 ft lb @ 10000 rpm

Transmission

6 Speed
Final Drive Chain
Frame Aluminium, twin spar

Rake

23.9°

Front Suspension

41 mm Showa inverted forks adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping

Rear Suspension

Showa monoshock

Rear Wheel Travel

145 mm / 5.7 in.

Front Brakes

2 x 310 mm Discs, 4 piston caliper

Rear Brakes

Single 240 mm disc, 2 piston caliper

Wheels

Steel, 3 spoke

Front Tyre

120/70 ZR17

Rear Tyre

170/60 ZR17

Dimensions

Length  2070 mm / 81.5 in.

Width      730 mm / 28.7 in.

Height   1135 mm / 44.7 in.

Wheelbase 1400 mm / 55.1 in.
Seat Height 830 mm / 32.7 in.
Ground clearance 130 mm / 5.1 in.

Dry Weight 

208 kg / 459 lbs

Wet Weight 

220 kg / 485 lbs

Fuel Capacity 

21 Litres / 5.5 US gal / 4.6 Imp gal

Average Fuel Consumption

6.5 L/100 km / 15.4 km/l / 36 US mpg / 43 Imp mpg

Standing ¼ mile

11.8 sec

Top Speed

254 km/h / 158 mph

What a makeover! And just in time… As other sports 600s were creeping ahead, Suzuki looked as if it would be left for dead. And then they came up with this Suzuki GSX-R600. Slimmed down, firmed up and with power and torque figures to raise front wheels as well as eyebrows, the “new” Suzuki GSX-R600 was an absolute Strom.

After years of sluggish midrange, the Suzuki GSX-R600 finally got the tweaks it needed. Performance figures went through the roof as the power spread down the rev range but still remained frenzied up top. New fuel injection was super smooth, even low down. This Suzuki GSX-R600 is a masterpiece.

Virtually completely rebuilt, the new Suzuki GSX-R600 proved lighter, stronger and more aerodynamic. The rigid chassis and excellent suspension made easy work of hard cornering whilst the brakes were good but lacked initial bite. Handling was sharp and precise… The Suzuki GSX-R600 is almost too good for the road!

The Suzuki GSX-R600 dash was a digital/analogue combo and the bike featured a steering damper, bungee hooks, good mirrors and headlight. The SDTV (Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve) provided silky acceleration. Brought up to date, the Suzuki GSX-R600 became draw-droppingly beautiful and had the exhaust note to match.

Earlier Suzuki GSX-R600s weren’t renowned for having a brilliant finish: the engine’s always been the strongest point. The newer model seems slightly better off although paintwork chipping easily is a common complaint. Beware: the Suzuki GSX-R600 gobbles up tyres and brake pads with gusto. Overall quality: average to good.

When it came out, the Suzuki GSX-R600 was cheaper than an R6, CBR600FS, TT600 and a ZX-6R. That, combined with it’s awesome, racy looks and top performance made it a huge seller. The Suzuki GSX-R600 holds its value pretty well too, against its rivals, and given its capabilities and mechanical reliability, it remains a fantastic buy.

 

Source: motorcyclenews.com