In Summary
Suzuki has arrived late to the nakedbike sports class, however, they sure have done their research and that shows in the product they have delivered.
The GSX-S is aimed at the experienced rider who has previously owned sportsbikes, who rides mainly on weekends for a quick fun spin up the mountain and does not want a full-blown sportsbike anymore.
Key factors were that the bike had to be lightweight, nimble handling, agile, have strong acceleration and be good quality and stylish. Top speed and outright power were not concerns. The bike had to have an exciting exhaust and intake sound, sportsbike brakes, be fun to look at and admire in the garage, have strong top-end and traction control and ABS. Importantly, Suzuki wanted ‘No Gimmicks’ on the bike, as they said, they are targeting experienced riders who know their stuff…
Suzuki GSX-S1000 ABS Specifications
- Suzuki GSX-S1000 ABS: PRICE: TBA
- WARRANTY: Two-year/unlimited kilometre
- COLOURS: Mat Fibroin Grey, Sparkle Black/Candy Daring Red, Metallic Triton Blue
- CLAIMED POWER: 107kW[146hp]@10,000rpm
- CLAIMED TORQUE: 106Nm[80ft-lbsft-lbs]@9500rpm
- CLAIMED WET WEIGHT: 209kg
- FUEL CAPACITY: 17L
- ENGINE: Liquid-cooled, four-stroke, forward-inclined parallel four-cylinder, four-valve per cylinder, DOHC, 73.4 x 59mm bore x stroke, 999cc, 12.1:1 compression, FEM pistons, 43mm throttle-bodies, 10-hole long-nose fuel injectors, water-cooled oil-cooler, SCEM plated cylinders, SET exhaust system
- GEARBOX: Constant mesh, six-speed
- CLUTCH: Back-torque limiter wet multi-plate
- CHASSIS: FEM designed alloy frame, alloy braced swingarm
- SUSPENSION: 43mm KYB fully adjustable telescopic forks, 120mm travel, KYB rear shock, link type single shock, rebound and preload adjustment, N/A travel
- BRAKES: Bosch ABS system, Brembo radial-mount 32mm four-piston calipers, 310mm semi-floating stainless steel rotors, 220mm rear rotor with Nissin caliper, Nissin conventional master-cylinder
- WHEELS & TYRES: Cast alloy six-spoke 17in, Dunlop D214 120/70-17in (f), 190/50-17(r)
- DIMENSIONS:
Seat height: 815mm
Overall height: 1080mm
Overall length: 2115mm
Width: 795mm
Wheelbase: 1460mm - INSTRUMENTS: Multi-function LCD display
- ACCESSORIES: The GSX-S1000 is built to be customised and Suzuki have recognised this by releasing a range of accessories for owners to personalise their new bike. We won’t get the Yoshimura muffler here in Australia, due to ADRs, however the rest of the accessories will be available through your local Suzuki dealer. Visit suzukimotorcycles.com.au for more info.
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