Engineered by Suzuki for the sport motorcycle segment, the 1998 Suzuki GSX-R 750 relies on a 749 cc (45.7 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 135 HP (98.5 kW) while maximum torque reaches 82.3 Nm (60.7 lb-ft), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 180.2 HP per liter, the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.
On the scales, the GSX-R 750 measures 194 kg (428 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.7 HP/kg (1.44 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 830 mm (32.7 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,395 mm (54.9 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 18-liter (4.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 265 km/h (165 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's Suzuki archive, this model family spans 20 indexed model years from 1985 to 2007, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
180.2 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.7 HP/kg (1.44 kg/HP)
Standover Height
830 mm (32.7 in)
Engine
Displacement749.0 ccm (45.70 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Power135.0 HP (98.5 kW))
Torque82.3 Nm (8.4 kgf-m or 60.7 ft.lbs)
Compression12.0:1
Bore x Stroke72.0 x 46.0 mm (2.8 x 1.8 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. 46 mm throttle bodies
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionComputer controlled electronic ignition
LubricationWet sump
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchCable operated, wet multiple, coil spring
DrivelineO-ring sealed
Performance
Top Speed265.0 km/h (164.7 mph)
Exhaust4-into-2-into-1 stainless-steel
Chassis
Frame TypeConventional twin-beam aluminium
Rake24.0°
Trail97 mm (3.8 inches)
Front Suspension43mm Showa inverted, inner cartridge fully adjustable rebound compression damping, 15 mm range spring preload
Rear SuspensionSwingarm, progressive linkage, fully adjustable rebound compression damping, 10mm range spring preload
Rear Travel133 mm (5.2 inches)
Wheelbase1395 mm (54.9 inches)
Ground Clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre190/50-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Two-piston calipers.
Rear Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
WheelsAlloy
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight179.0 kg (394.6 pounds)
Weight incl.194.0 kg (427.7 pounds)
Power/Weight0.7542 HP/kg
Seat Height830 mm (32.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Transmission
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