The Suzuki motorcycle department added a new model on their GSX-R series in 2001 that took over their largest and most successful GSX-R sport bikes series in 1980s which was led by the GSX-R1100. Just by looking at the numbers, you will immediately notice that its engine displacement has been reduced by 100 cubic centimetres. However, Suzuki Company has reasons why they preferred to reduce the engine displacement. It does not follow that the new GSR-X series have been downgraded. In fact, the face value alone of the new 1000cc GSR-X is far way better than the old ones. By checking the Suzuki motorcycle manual for the new series, you will find out that Suzuki have already resolved the problems and cons of associated with their old series based on the riding experiences of professionals.
Aside from being an enlarged version of the GSX-R750, the GSX-R1000 boasts of a lot of more advanced features that makes it a very good option for riders who love high speeds and excellent handling. The Suzuki motorcycle repair manual tells that the GSX-R1000 engine was redesigned in such a way that it now has 1mm bigger bore and 13mm longer stroke. The pistons were also improved, they now have lower crown and a counter balancer which is gear driven. The new engine has a weight of 59kg which is much lighter than the 750cc model. Its Suzuki motorcycle manual also provides that the engine is capable of producing a maximum power of 120kw at 9,500 RPM. The red line was also increased at 12,000rpm. Based on road tests, it shows that the new GSX-R1000 can run at the maximum speed of 288km/h. It also has magnificent acceleration since that it can reach quarter of a mile in just 10.1 seconds.
Having read the previous paragraphs, you might have mentioned the word "wow" for several times already; but wait, there are still amazing features about this model. The Suzuki motorcycle repair manual also states that the exhaust pipe of the new GSX-R1000 uses titanium which is very ideal for improving its performance. Because of this, the exhaust system of the 1000cc new model is 4 pounds lighter than that of the 650 model. The same material was also utilized as a coating to the front fork specifically on the stanchions. In addition, there is also an exhaust valve mounted inside the exhaust pipe. Another interesting feature included in its Suzuki motorcycle repair manual is the servo that enables the bike to dynamically adjust the back pressure of the exhaust depending on the speed of the engine, the position of the throttle, and the selection of the gear in order to increase the torque, lower the noise, and lower the emissions. It is evident that the stock pipe of the GSX-R1000 has lower noise compared to the lower displacement models. Due to this above mentioned changes to the new series of Suzuki's GSX-R sport bikes, it was able to surpass its competitors in terms of market sales and performance.
Aside from being an enlarged version of the GSX-R750, the GSX-R1000 boasts of a lot of more advanced features that makes it a very good option for riders who love high speeds and excellent handling. The Suzuki motorcycle repair manual tells that the GSX-R1000 engine was redesigned in such a way that it now has 1mm bigger bore and 13mm longer stroke. The pistons were also improved, they now have lower crown and a counter balancer which is gear driven. The new engine has a weight of 59kg which is much lighter than the 750cc model. Its Suzuki motorcycle manual also provides that the engine is capable of producing a maximum power of 120kw at 9,500 RPM. The red line was also increased at 12,000rpm. Based on road tests, it shows that the new GSX-R1000 can run at the maximum speed of 288km/h. It also has magnificent acceleration since that it can reach quarter of a mile in just 10.1 seconds.
Having read the previous paragraphs, you might have mentioned the word "wow" for several times already; but wait, there are still amazing features about this model. The Suzuki motorcycle repair manual also states that the exhaust pipe of the new GSX-R1000 uses titanium which is very ideal for improving its performance. Because of this, the exhaust system of the 1000cc new model is 4 pounds lighter than that of the 650 model. The same material was also utilized as a coating to the front fork specifically on the stanchions. In addition, there is also an exhaust valve mounted inside the exhaust pipe. Another interesting feature included in its Suzuki motorcycle repair manual is the servo that enables the bike to dynamically adjust the back pressure of the exhaust depending on the speed of the engine, the position of the throttle, and the selection of the gear in order to increase the torque, lower the noise, and lower the emissions. It is evident that the stock pipe of the GSX-R1000 has lower noise compared to the lower displacement models. Due to this above mentioned changes to the new series of Suzuki's GSX-R sport bikes, it was able to surpass its competitors in terms of market sales and performance.
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