Engineered by Suzuki for the sport motorcycle segment, the 2009 Suzuki GSX1300R Hayabusa pairs a 1340 cc (81.8 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 196 HP (143.1 kW) at 9,800 rpm while maximum torque reaches 154 Nm (113.6 lb-ft) at 7,200 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 146.3 HP per liter and a 2,600 rpm working window between peak torque (7,200 rpm) and peak power (9,800 rpm), the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.
On the scales, the GSX1300R Hayabusa measures 260 kg (573 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.75 HP/kg (1.33 kg per horsepower). 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 1,480 mm (58.3 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, while factory top speed is listed at 297 km/h (185 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's Suzuki archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2008 to 2009, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
146.3 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.75 HP/kg (1.33 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
7,200–9,800 rpm
Standover Height
805 mm (31.7 in)
Engine
Displacement1340.0 ccm (81.77 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power196.0 HP (143.1 kW)) @ 9800 RPM
Torque154.0 Nm (15.7 kgf-m or 113.6 ft.lbs) @ 7200 RPM
Compression12.5:1
Bore x Stroke81.0 x 65.0 mm (3.2 x 2.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. Suzuki SDTV fuel injection system with dual injectors per cylinder and ram air intake with large volume airbox
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionElectronic ignition (Transistorized)
LubricationWet Sump
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed297.0 km/h (184.5 mph)
Exhaust4-into-2-into-1 exhaust system with a large capacity catalyzer, oxygen sensors and an oval cross section canister with dual openings that meets Euro 3 and Tier 2 regulation
Chassis
Frame TypeTwin-spar cast aluminum alloy
Rake24.2°
Trail98 mm (3.9 inches)
Front SuspensionInverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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