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GSX650F

US$ 7899. Euro 7490. UK £ 6149. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
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MotoLibrary Score
55 /100 Balanced
Power/Weight
0.39 hp/kg
Top Speed
212 km/h
Torque
62 Nm
Engine
656 ccm

2011 Suzuki GSX650F Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Suzuki's allround motorcycle lineup, the 2011 Suzuki GSX650F pairs a 656 cc (40 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 84.5 HP (61.7 kW) at 10,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 62 Nm (45.7 lb-ft) at 8,900 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 128.8 HP per liter and a 1,600 rpm working window between peak torque (8,900 rpm) and peak power (10,500 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the GSX650F measures 241 kg (531 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.35 HP/kg (2.85 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 770 mm (30.3 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,470 mm (57.9 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 19-liter (5 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 5.2 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 365 km (227 miles) between fill-ups, while factory top speed is listed at 212 km/h (132 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Suzuki archive, this model family spans 9 indexed model years from 2008 to 2018, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
128.8 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.35 HP/kg (2.85 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
8,900–10,500 rpm
Theoretical Range
~365 km (227 mi)
Engine
Displacement 656.0 ccm (40.03 cubic inches)
Engine Type In-line four, four-stroke
Engine Details In-line four, four-stroke
Power 84.5 HP (61.7 kW)) @ 10500 RPM
Torque 62.0 Nm (6.3 kgf-m or 45.7 ft.lbs) @ 8900 RPM
Compression 11.5:1
Bore x Stroke 65.5 x 48.7 mm (2.6 x 1.9 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 4
Fuel System Injection
Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition Electronic ignition (Transistorized)
Lubrication Wet sump
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch Wet, multiple discs, cable operated
Driveline RK525 SMOZ7Y, 118 links
Performance
Top Speed 212.0 km/h (131.7 mph)
Fuel Consumption 5.20 litres/100 km (19.2 km/l or 45.23 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases 120.6 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Frame Type Rebound and preload adjustable rear shock works in conjunction with a link-type rear suspension for excellent road holding performance
Rake 23.9°
Trail 97 mm (3.8 inches)
Front Suspension Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Front Travel 130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear Suspension Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Rear Travel 136 mm (5.4 inches)
Wheelbase 1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Ground Clearance 125 mm (4.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre 160/60-ZR17
Front Brakes Double disc. 4-piston. Optional ABS.
Front Brake Ø 310 mm (12.2 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc. Single-piston caliper. Optional ABS.
Rear Brake Ø 240 mm (9.4 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 215.0 kg (474.0 pounds)
Weight incl. 241.0 kg (531.3 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.3929 HP/kg
Seat Height 770 mm (30.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height 650 mm (25.6 inches)
Overall Length 2130 mm (83.9 inches)
Overall Width 760 mm (29.9 inches)
Fuel Capacity 19.00 litres (5.02 US gallons)
Oil Capacity 3.50 litres (3.7 US quarts)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Blue/White, Orange/Black
Warranty 12 Month Limited Warranty
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All-Round & Adventure
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77 cm / 30.3 in
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Medium weight — some experience needed
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