Engineered by Suzuki for the sport motorcycle segment, the 2004 Suzuki GSX-R 600 relies on a 599 cc (36.6 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke powerplant. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 67.0 x 42.5 mm (2.6 x 1.7 inches) with a 12.5:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the GSX-R 600 measures 161 kg (355 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 825 mm (32.5 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,390 mm (54.7 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 17-liter (4.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Suzuki archive, this model family spans 11 indexed model years from 1997 to 2007, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
825 mm (32.5 in)
Engine
Displacement599.0 ccm (36.55 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Compression12.5:1
Bore x Stroke67.0 x 42.5 mm (2.6 x 1.7 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Front SuspensionCartridge-type, coil spring, fully adjustable spring preload, rebound and compression damping
Rear SuspensionLink-type, gas/oil damped, fully adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping
Wheelbase1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre180/55-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight161.0 kg (354.9 pounds)
Seat Height825 mm (32.5 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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