At the heart of the 2014 Suzuki GSX-R1000ZSE sport motorcycle, Suzuki utilizes a 999 cc (61 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 182.4 HP (133.1 kW) at 12,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 116.7 Nm (86.1 lb-ft) at 10,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 182.6 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (10,000 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 GSX-R1000ZSE measures 203 kg (448 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.9 HP/kg (1.11 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 810 mm (31.9 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,405 mm (55.3 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 17.5-liter (4.6 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 4.29 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 408 km (254 miles) between fill-ups.
Specific Output
182.6 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.9 HP/kg (1.11 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
10,000–12,000 rpm
Theoretical Range
~408 km (254 mi)
Engine
Displacement999.0 ccm (60.96 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Power182.4 HP (133.1 kW)) @ 12000 RPM
Torque116.7 Nm (11.9 kgf-m or 86.1 ft.lbs) @ 10000 RPM
Compression12.9:1
Bore x Stroke74.5 x 57.3 mm (2.9 x 2.3 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionElectronic ignition (Transisorised)
LubricationWet sump
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Performance
Fuel Consumption4.29 litres/100 km (23.3 km/l or 54.83 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases99.5 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Front SuspensionInverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear SuspensionLink type, coil spring, oil damped
Wheelbase1405 mm (55.3 inches)
Ground Clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-R17
Rear Tyre190/50-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.203.0 kg (447.5 pounds)
Seat Height810 mm (31.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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