Suzuki GSX-R600 20th anniversary

Make Model	Suzuki GSX-R 600 20^th Anniversary
Year	2005
Engine	Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Capacity	599 c / 36.6 cub. in.
Bore x Stroke	67.0 x 42.5 mm
Compression Ratio	12.5:1
Cooling System	Liquid cooled
Oil	10W40
Lubrication	Wet sump
Induction	Fuel injection, Four 41 mm in, 38 mm out throttle bodies, 2 valves per body
Ignition	Digital transistorised
Spark Plug	NGK CR9E
Starting	Electric
Max Power	92.5 kW / 124 hp @ 13000 rpm with maximum RAM air
Max Torque	69.6 Nm / 7.1 kgf-m / 51.3 ft-lb @ 10800 rpm, RAM air
Clutch	Wet, multiple discs, cable operated
Transmission	6 Speed, constant mesch
Final Drive	#525 Chain
Frame	Aluminium, twin spar extrusion frame
Rake	23.25°
Trail	93 mm / 3.7 in
Front Suspension	Telescopic, fully adjustable spring preload, rebound and compression damping, 45 mm, Showa.
Rear Suspension	Monoshock, fully adjustable spring preload, rebound and compression damping, 46 mm, Showa
Front Wheel Travel	125 mm / 4.9 in.
Rear Wheel Travel	130 mm / 5.1 in.
Front Brakes	2 x 300 mm Discs, 4 piston calipers
Rear Brakes	Single 220 mm disc, 2 piston caliper
Wheels	Alloy, 3 spoke
Front Tyre	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tyre	180/55 ZR17
Wheelbase	1390 mm / 54.7 in.
Dimensions	Length 2075mm / 81.7 in. Width 715 mm / 28.1 in. Height 1145 mm / 45.1 in.
Seat Height	825 mm / 32.5 in.
Ground clearance	128 mm / 5.0 in.
Dry Weight	161kg / 355 lbs
Wet Weight	193kg / 425 lbs
Fuel Capacity	17 Litres / 4.5 US gal / 3.7 Imp gal
Average Fuel Consumption	5.6 L/100 km / 18 km/l / 42 US mpg / 50 Imp mpg
Standing ¼ mile	11.2 sec
Top Speed	255 km/h / 158 mph
Colours	Blue/White

One ride on the Suzuki GSX-R600 and you’d swear that it was engineered by rocket scientists. And, actually, you wouldn’t be far off, because the GSX-R600 is an incredible example of advanced technology dedicated to high performance.

Every one of the 2005 GSX-R600’s features has been tested and proven on the toughest proving ground of all - the racetrack. It’s come out of this experience with a variety of designs straight out of the factory racing department. Titanium valves. An incredibly effective ram-air intake system. The innovative Suzuki Dual Throttle ValveTM digital fuel injection and engine management system. Together, these engineering masterpieces give the GSX-R600 a meaty powerband, incredible acceleration and flat-out amazing top-end performance

The GSX-R600’s chassis and suspension are engineered to let you fully exploit its engine performance. Its twin-spar aluminum alloy frame has optimum rigidity for precise responsiveness in low-speed cornering, combined with rock-solid stability at racetrack speeds. Its advanced suspension, front and rear, helps it react with superb precision to your input. And its streamlined bodywork lets you slip through the wind with maximum efficiency. Put it all together and you’ve got razor-sharp handling on every part of the track.

So set your sights on the best 600cc supersport bike on the track - the 2005 GSX-R600.

Suzuki GSX-R 600