1999 - 2000 Suzuki GSX-R 600 SRAD

Suzuki GSX-R 600 SRAD

Make Model	Suzuki GSX-R 600 SRAD
Year	1999 - 00
Engine	Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Capacity	599 c / 36.6 cub. in.
Bore x Stroke	65.5 x 44.5 mm
Compression Ratio	12.0:1
Cooling System	Liquid cooled
Oil	10W40
Lubrication	Wet sump
Induction	4 x Mikuni BDSR36 carburetors
Ignition	Digital
Spark Plug	NGK CR9E
Starting	Electric
Max Power	80 kW / 109.7 hp @ 11800 rpm.
Max Torque	67.6 Nm / 6.9 kg-f / 50 ft lb @ 10000 rpm
Clutch	Wet, multiple discs, cable operated
Transmission	6 Speed
Final Drive	Chain
Frame	Aluminium, twin spar
Front Suspension	Conventional cartridge-type, fully adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping
Rear Suspension	Link-type, gas/oil damped, fully adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping
Rear Wheel Travel	130 mm / 5.1 in.
Front Brakes	2 x 320 mm discs 4 piston calipers
Rear Brakes	220 mm disc, 2 piston caliper
Wheels	Steel, 3 spoke
Front Tyre	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tyre	180/55 ZR17
Wheelbase	1390 mm / 54.7 in.
Dimensions	Length 2065 mm / 81.3 in. Width 720 mm / 28.3 in. Height 1135 mm / 44.7 in.
Seat Height	830 mm / 32.7 in.
Ground clearance	130 mm / 5.1 in.
Dry Weight	174 kg / 384 lbs
Fuel Capacity	18 Litres / 4.8 US gal / 4.0 Imp gal
Average Fuel Consumption	6.5 L100 km / 15.4 km/l / 36 US mpg / 43 Imp gal
Braking 60 km/h - 0	13.7 m / 44.9 ft
Braking 100 km/h - 0	38.5 m / 126.3 ft.
Standing ¼ mile	11.3 sec / 196.2 km/h / 121.9 mph
Top Speed	254 km/h / 158 mph

Suzuki's first real attempt at a modern supersports 600-class machine, the GSX-R600 was an instant success when it first appeared in 1997. It looked virtually identical to the firm's long-running GSX-R750, and had the performance figures to match its radical race-replica styling.

The GSX-R600's engine and chassis were largely conventional - a 16-valve, liquid-cooled inline-four, mounted in an aluminium twin-spar chassis with a full race-style fairing. The 600 had conventional telescopic forks, the easiest way to tell it from its 750cc sibling.

This first GSX-R600 had very focused, sporting performance. The engine produced strong top-end power, but had to be revved constantly to make the best progress. And the sharp steering chassis was at its best on the track, its high pegs and cramped riding position ruling long-distance trips out for most riders

By 2001, the GSX-R had fallen behind its competitors, especially Yamaha's R6, so an all-new model raised the middleweight Suzuki's game once more. The GSX-R600K had numerous updates over the previous model, although it was, again, visually identical to the GSX-R750, with the exception of the front forks. The 599cc engine is redesigned, with lightweight forged pistons and ceramic coated bores. A new SDTV fuel-injection system, like that on the GSX-R750 and 100 models, provides smooth, flawless power delivery.

SDTV stands for Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve, and refers to the two butterfly valves in each throttle body. One valve is connected to the throttle twistgrip while the other valve is controlled via an electric motor by the ECU module. This setup allows the ECU to optimize airflow into the engine for precise fuelling and power delivery. So if the rider slams his throttle control open, the secondary valve opens at a slower rate to maintain a higher airflow velocity, preventing stuttering and poor running.

The 2001 update once more put the lightweight GSX-R600 at the top of the 600cc sportsbike class, especially in terms of racetrack performance.