Positioned in Suzuki's naked motorcycle lineup, the 2009 Suzuki GSR600 utilizes a 599 cc (36.6 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 90 HP (65.7 kW) at 12,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 64.4 Nm (47.5 lb-ft) at 9,600 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 150.3 HP per liter and a 2,400 rpm working window between peak torque (9,600 rpm) and peak power (12,000 rpm), the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.
On the scales, the GSR600 measures 183 kg (403 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.49 HP/kg (2.03 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 785 mm (30.9 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,440 mm (56.7 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 16.5-liter (4.4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 214 km/h (133 mph).
Specific Output
150.3 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.49 HP/kg (2.03 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
9,600–12,000 rpm
Standover Height
785 mm (30.9 in)
Engine
Displacement599.0 ccm (36.55 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power90.0 HP (65.7 kW)) @ 12000 RPM
Torque64.4 Nm (6.6 kgf-m or 47.5 ft.lbs) @ 9600 RPM
Compression12.5:1
Bore x Stroke67.0 x 42.5 mm (2.6 x 1.7 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection. 38 mm
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionElectronic ignition (Transistorised)
LubricationWet sump
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed214.0 km/h (133.0 mph)
Chassis
Frame TypeOverall length:
Front SuspensionTelescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear SuspensionLink type, coil spring, oil damped
Wheelbase1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre180/55-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc. 4-piston caliper
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. 1-piston calipers
Rear Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight183.0 kg (403.4 pounds)
Power/Weight0.4918 HP/kg
Seat Height785 mm (30.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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