2007
Suzuki GSX-R600
2007 GSX-R600
It started at racetracks far from Suzuki's Hamamatsu,
Japan headquarters. A group of dedicated Suzuki engineers
on an overseas fact-finding mission wandered through
paddocks and spectator parking lots, looking at motorcycles
and watching races.
The racers at these events didn't have factory contracts,
and were not paid to race. They came because they loved
the competition, the sport, and they rode motorcycles
they bought themselves.
The race classes were defined by engine size, rider
skill level and allowable modifications. The grids
for 1000cc machines were packed with GSX-R1000s. The
grids for 750cc machines featured row after row of
GSX-R750s. But the 600cc grids were no longer completely
filled with GSX-R600s. After years of trying, the middleweight
competition had finally caught up, again.
The engineers worked stopwatches, talked to riders
and mechanics, filled notebooks with observations and
comments. They compared what they had seen at these
regional races to what was happening in the World Superbike
and AMA and other national Superbike series, and with
the results from endurance series in Europe and the
U.S.
By the time they returned to Japan, the engineers
had a clear plan: Take everything Suzuki has learned
from building and racing the dominating GSX-R1000 and
use it to again leapfrog the would-be 600cc competition.
Apply the cutting-edge technology inherent in Genuine
Suzuki Engineering, and build a new middleweight machine
that defines the concept, The Top Performer.
In other words, produce
a racer replica that delivers "the
outstanding power-to-weight ratio, powerband and throttle
response". A sportbike that also establishes the
600cc state-of-the-art in terms of throttle response,
suspension performance, braking power. A motorcycle
with the type of overall handling that inspires rider
confidence and leads to quicker lap times. A machine
infused with lessons from the racetrack.
Build the 2007 Suzuki GSX-R600.
And Own The Racetrack. Again.
Features:
Engine Features
• Ultra-compact and lightweight 4-stroke, 4-cylinder,
liquid-cooled engine designed to be narrower and lighter
with increased peformance and responsiveness
• Electronic fuel
injection system features Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve
(SDTV) system - with dual
fuel injectors per cylinder for smooth throttle response
and high torque output
• Cylinder head
features titanium intake valves and exhaust valves
utlizing a narrow valve angle for
a compact combustion chamber and a 12.5:1 compression
ratio
• Forged aluminum-alloy
pistons feature short skirts with cutaway sides.
New reshaped stronger chrome
moly steel connecting rods are shotpeened to improve
strength
• The crankshaft
and transmisison shaft positions are positioned to
make the crankcases compact front
to rear and the engine has been rotated forward in
the chassis for maximum performance
• Ventilation holes
located between the cylinder bores are 39mm for reduced
internal pumping pressure
and reduced mechanical losses
• Large trapezoidal
shaped radiator for maximum cooling capacity without
increasing frontal area, plus
compact cooling fan design further improves effeciency
• A back torque
limiting clutch helps make quick downshifts smoother
working in conjuction with an six
speed transmission with carefully selected internal
gear ratios aproviding awesome acceleration and superb
shifting performance
• Stainless steel
Suzuki Advanced Exhaust System utilizing an innovative
under engine layout for optimum
aerodynamics and maximum mass centralization
• Suzuki Exhaust
Tuning system is built into the mid-pipe using a
servo-controlled butterfly valve
to tune the exhaust system to match engine rpm and
improving low end torque
Chassis Features
• An aluminum-alloy
frame utilizing five cast sections is engineered
to deliver the ideal balance
of rigidity for improved handling and less weight
• Braced aluminum
alloy swingarm is rigid with a large 25mm swingarm
pivot and the swingarm assembly
is designed for optimum suspension feedback and rear
wheel traction
• Innovative rear
suspension linkage features a forged aluminum alloy
link and one piece forged aluminum
alloy link rod designed to increase traction and reduce
side loads
• Inverted 41mm
Showa front forks are fully adjustable for rebound,
compression and preload settings
with optimum rake and trail dimensions for incredible
cornerting performance.
• Showa rear shock
utilizes a 46mm piston and a large 16mm rod and is
completely adjustable for rebound,
high and low speed compression and preload damping
• Bridgestone tires
mounted on cast aluminum wheels featuring thin spokes
are optimized to reduce
unsprung weight
• Radial mount four
piston front brake calipers with 310mm rotors and
a lightweight single piston rear
brake caliper
• Three way adjustable
footpegs can be moved into three different positions
with a 14mm horizontal
and vertical range
• Compact overall
chassis dimensions including a short fuel tank, narrow
width, and low seat height
for improved rider comfort and mobility
• The compact lightweight
instrument cluster features a step motor controlled
analog tach, LCD speedometer,
dual tripmeters, clock, fuel reserve and a gear position
indicator
2007
Suzuki GSX-R600
Introducing the 2007 Suzuki GSX-R600, built to be
the incredibly fast, unbelievably nimble and offering
unmatched performance for the true sportbike rider.
Building on the passion
and dedication found in all GSX-R machines, the ‘07
GSX-R600 combines the outstanding size and handling
of a 600 with the mind-numbing
performance of a liter-class machine.
The GSX-R600 utilizes a compact chassis, complete
with an aluminum-alloy twin-spar frame built with optimum
rigidity and maximum handling performance in mind.
Rake and trail specifications have been chosen for
razor sharp handling and the aluminum frame uses five
cast sections for maximum control during production.
Forks are inverted 41mm Showa units with rebound,
compression and preload adjustability for maximum rider
control and a carbonized titanium fork coating for
reduced friction losses of 15 percent. A braced aluminum
swingarm works with a Showa rear shock absorber and
an innovative rear linkage system with a forged aluminum
link that pivots on the swingarm itself with a one-piece
forged aluminum link rod connected to the frame. The
rear shock absorber features adjustable preload and
rebound settings along with adjustable high and low
speed compression settings for optimum suspension tuning.
Brakes feature a radial pump master cylinder and 310mm
rotors up front and a lightweight single piston rear
caliper.
Powering the GSX-R600 is a 749cc inline, water cooled,
DOHC, four-cylinder engine with Suzuki fuel injection
and an ultra-compact under-engine exhaust system. Bore
and stroke measurements are 70.0mm x 48.7 with a compression
ration of 12.5:1 and twin injector, 42mm Suzuki Dual
Throttle Valve fuel injectors provide fuel and unmatched
throttle control. Connecting rods are shotpeened chrome-moly
steel and utilize a crankshaft designed with increased
inertia for improved cornering performance and stability.
Downshifts are a breeze with the proven slipper clutch
system as found on the powerful GSX-R1000.
In an effort to maximize mass centralization for optimum
handling performance, the GSX-R600 utilizes an innovative
under-engine exhaust chamber. The all-new system offers
the ultimate benefits of mass centralization with the
exhaust system mounted completely under the engine,
and provides an aggressive new look for the GSX-R600.
The new exhaust system also uses the proven Suzuki
Exhaust Tuning system for maximum torque.
Countless hours of wind tunnel testing have helped
shape the look of the GSX-R600 resulting in a reduction
in frontal area, decreased drag and a sharp overall
look. The compact front fairing features an aggressive
design, and when combined with the sharply styled fuel
tank, upswept tail section with integrated turn signals
creates an unmistakable and purposeful new look for
the GSX-R600. All this combined with the new under-engine
exhaust system create an aggressive and stylish look
for the GSX-R600 along with unmatched aerodynamic performance.
It is possible to have
it all with the GSX-R600. It is the perfect balance
of unmistakable style, unmatched
engine performance and world class handling. The 2007
GSX-R600 – the legacy continues.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Engine: 599cc,4-stroke,four-cylinder, liquid-cooled,
DOHC, 16-valve
Bore Stroke: 67.0 x 42.5mm
Compression Ratio: 12.5:1
Fuel System: Fuel Injection
Lubrication: Wet Sump
Ignition: Digital/transistorized
Transmission: 6-speed, constant mesh
Final Drive: #525 chain
Overall Length: 2040mm (80.3 in.)
Overall Width: 715mm (28.1 in.)
Overall Height: 1125mm (44.3 in.)
Seat Height: 810mm (31.9 in.)
Ground Clearance: 130mm (5.1 in.)
Wheelbase: 1400mm (55.1 in.)
Dry Weight: 161 kg (354 lbs) CA Spec: 162 kg (357 lbs.)
Suspension Front: Cartridge-type, coil spring, fully
adjustable spring preload, rebound and compression
damping
Suspension Rear: Link-type, gas/oil damped, fully adjustable
spring preload, compression and rebound damping
Brakes Front: Dual hydraulic disc
Brakes Rear: Single hydraulic disc
Tires Front: 120/70-ZR-17
Tires Rear: 180/55-ZR-17
Fuel Tank Capacity: 16.5 liter (4.4 gal.) CA Model:
15.5 liter (4.1 gal.)
Color: Blue/White, Red/White, Black/Matte Black, Blue/Black
All Specifications and features are subject to change
