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GSX-R1000R Performance & Technology

40 YEARS OF GSX-R PERFORMANCE

ENGINE

It began in 1985 with the GSX-R750 and now this latest GSX-R continues the high-performance legacy with a 1,000cc, four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, inline engine that is built to perform, both on the track and the road. It delivers high-performance and even more too, its reliability and winning potential have earned this model its enviable reputation in world endurance racing. 

Suzuki GSX-R1000R blue, in a pit box with a classic GSX-R750 in the background.
Suzuki GSX-R1000R blue, at full lean angle out on track

Designed to Perform

The GSX-R1000R uses thin-wall, hollow camshafts operating light, F1-style pivoting finger followers.

Suzuki GSX-R1000R red, leant over pushing hard coming out of a corner on track

Suzuki Racing Variable Valve Timing (SR-VVT)

Simple, compact and light, the centrifugally operated SR-VVT system is built into the intake cam sprocket and an adjacent guide plate.

Suzuki GSX-R1000R yellow, with elbow down pushing round a corner on track

Slim Titanium Silencer

The 4-2-1 exhaust system uses a large diameter exhaust pipe, this contributes to high-performance and output while still complying with Euro 5+ regulations.

CHASSIS & COMPONENTS

Suzuki GSX-R1000R blue, front end and right had side close up of wings, headlight and fairing

CARBON FIBRE WINGS

Winglets on the front cowling direct airflow and generate downforce at high speeds to enhance stability.

Suzuki GSX-R1000R blue, static on track with a sunset background

RESPONSIVE CHASSIS

Compact, light and rigid, the twin-spar aluminium frame is built to deliver agile handling and great road holding ability.

Suzuki GSX-R1000R red, leaning into a corner on a country road

REWARDING HANDLING

The compact, lightweight chassis provides quick response and agility.

Suzuki GSX-R1000R front close up of wheel and suspension

SHOWA BALANCE FREE SUSPENSION

Equipped with Showa BFF (Balance Free Front) forks and BFRC lite (Balance Free Rear Cushion) lite shock, developed for racing.

SUZUKI INTELLIGENT RIDE SYSTEM (SIRS)

ELECTRONICS

Suzuki GSX-R1000R bikes leaning over pushing out of a corner on track

Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (SDMS)

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Suzuki GSX-R1000R left hand side leaning over into a corner on a mountain road.

Motion track brake system

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Suzuki GSX-R1000R blue, right hand side shot with rider, about to begin a race on the grid.

Launch control

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Suzuki GSX-R1000R two bikes rear end squirming out of a corner

Smart TLR Control: Traction Control

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Overview

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SPECIFICATIONS

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Colours & Accessories

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Finance & Offers

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Terms and Conditions
* Fuel economy was measured by Suzuki in the Worldwide Motorcycle Test Cycle (WMTC). Exhaust emissions measuring conditions measured by Suzuki. Actual fuel economy and riding range may differ owing to differences in conditions such as the weather, road, rider behaviour and maintenance.
† Torque conversions to imperial units (in brackets) are approximate and included as a guide only.
¹ ABS is not designed to shorten the braking distance. Please always ride at a safe speed for road and weather conditions, including while cornering. On the GSX-R1000R brake pressure is optimised while cornering.
² Traction control system is not a substitute for rider’s throttle control under the various conditions, and traction control cannot prevent loss of traction due to excessive speed when entering turns, or while braking, and it does not control front wheel traction.
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