Positioned in Suzuki's sport motorcycle lineup, the 2005 Suzuki GSX 1300 R Hayabusa utilizes a 1299 cc (79.3 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke layout. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 81.0 x 63.0 mm (3.2 x 2.5 inches) with a 11.0:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the GSX 1300 R Hayabusa measures 217 kg (478 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 805 mm (31.7 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,485 mm (58.5 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 21-liter (5.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Suzuki archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 1999 to 2005, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
805 mm (31.7 in)
Engine
Displacement1299.0 ccm (79.26 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Compression11.0:1
Bore x Stroke81.0 x 63.0 mm (3.2 x 2.5 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Frame TypeRigid twin-spar aluminum frame minimizes weight while maintaining high torsional strength
Front SuspensionInverted telescopic, coil spring, fully adjustable spring preload, 14-way adjustable rebound damping and 13-way adjustable compression damping
Rear SuspensionLink-type, gas/oil damped, fully adjustable spring preload, 22-way adjustable compression and rebound damping
Wheelbase1485 mm (58.5 inches)
Ground Clearance120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre190/50-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight217.0 kg (478.4 pounds)
Seat Height805 mm (31.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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