Suzuki Motorcycles : Top 10 Models with Prices, Reviews and Specs

Neha GoelSep 4 2011

Suzuki Motor Corporation is a Japanese multinational corporation with its headquarters in Hamamatsu, Japan. The company is the fourth largest manufacturer of automobiles and the ninth largest in production volume. Suzuki is one of the most prolific manufacturers of motorcycles in the world, as it strives to share your enthusiasm and way of life. From the wide range of motorcycles by the company, below is the list that reviews ten best Suzuki bikes that will surely suit your needs.

Suzuki GSX-R1000 is loaded with comfort features like, split seat and comfortable foot rest and foot pegs.

Description:

The Suzuki GSX-R1000, introduced in 2001, is a sport bike from Suzuki’s GSX-R series of motorcycles. The bike encases a cleaner running powerful engine. The chassis is nimble with a more responsive suspension. It is driven by a liquid cooled 999cc inline four cylinder, four stroke-engine. Designed with an edgy look, the built is light and compact.

Technical Specification:

Displacement: 999cc

Bore x Stroke 74.5 mm x 57.3 mm

Engine Type 4-stroke, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC

Compression Ratio: 12.8 : 1

Maximum Power: 160 Bhp @ 9500 rpm

Maximum Torque: 110 Nm @ 8000 rpm

Length: 2045.00 mm

Width: 720.00 mm

Height: 1130.00 mm

Weight: 205.00 kg

Ground Clearance: 130.00 mm

Seat Height: 810mm (31.9 in.)

Fuel Tank: 17.50 ltrs

Wheelbase: 1405.00 mm

Brakes: Double disc

Colors: Blue/White, Black/Orange, Yellow/Silver

Pros
  1. Sporty looks
  2. Powerful engine with excellent output
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A versatile motorcycle which can commute well on all kinds of terrain.

Description:

The Suzuki GSF1200 produces an astonishing midrange power high acceleration. Featuring the legendary GSX-R engine, the 4-cylinder motorcycle features Suzuki’s Twin Swirl Combustion Chambers (TSCC) design. It contains dual projector beam headlights, upswept 4-into-1 exhaust system, triple disc brakes, three spoke cast aluminum wheels and low-profile radial tires.

Its 1157cc, 4-cylinder, air/oil cooled DOHC 16-valve engine works well for strong low and midrange power. Suzuki Advanced Cooling System (SACS) uses air and oil cooling for maximum cooling efficiency and consistent engine performance, even on the hottest days. A wide, comfortable and low height seat makes this a great motorcycle for daylong adventures.

Technical Specification:

Top speed: 145mph

1/4-mile acceleration: 11.3 secs

Power: 100bhp

Torque: 67ftlb

Weight: 214kg

Seat height: 790mm

Fuel capacity: 19 litres

Average fuel consumption: 35mpg

Tank range: 130 miles

Engine size: 1152cc

Engine specification: 16v, in line four, 6 gears

Frame: steel Tubular cradle

Front suspension adjustment: Preload

Rear suspension adjustment: Preload, compression

Front brakes: Twin 310mm discs

Rear brake: 240mm disc

Front tyre size: 120/70 x 17

Rear tyre size: 180/55 x 17

Pros
  1. Performs well even when the road turns twisty
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GSX-R600 won the AMA Pro Daytona SportBike Championship and the overall AMA Pro SuperSport Championship, proving that it's a leading sport and one of the race-winning GSX-R heritages.

Description:

This product of Suzuki’s GSX-R series of motorcycles is characterized with responsive and agile ride. It features a lightweight chassis, a compact wheelbase and suspension typically developed for racing. Thus, the bike performs really well at all riding levels, be it your favorite canyon or a racetrack.

Providing an unparalled performance, the Suzuki GSX-R600 is a compact, powerful 599cc 4-cylinder engine. It has a sophisticated design, adjustable suspension, adjustable footrests and analog/digital clocks incorporating a gear indicator.

Technical Specification:

Top speed: 165mph

1/4-mile acceleration: 11.3 secs

Power: 125.8bhp

Torque: 51.4ftlb

Weight: 187kg

Seat height: 835 mm

Fuel capacity: 20 litres

Engine size: 599cc

Engine specification: 16v, inline-four-cylinder

Frame: Aluminium twin spar

Front suspension adjustment: 41mm Big Piston Forks forks, fully-adjustable

Rear suspension adjustment: Single shock, fully adjustable

Front brakes: 2 x 310mm discs with Brembo monobloc four-piston radial calipers

Rear brake: 220mm single disc with single-piston caliper

Front tyre size: 120/70 x17

Rear tyre size: 180/55 x 17

Pros
  1. Fantastic handling even around tight bends
  2. High power
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GSX650F is dynamic and carries styling of a fully faired sportsbike, along with offering all day comfort.

Description:

Typically known as a sport touring motorcycle by Suzuki, the bike is an updated Bandit. Its transmission is 6-speed with a chain drive. The 656cc liquid cooled wngine performs well over 80 hp (60 kW) and a 12,500rpm redline. ABS brakes were added to this motorcycle in 2009 as standard equipment. Seat height is kept low (790mm) to ease its rider. Suzuki’s Dual Throttle Valves (SDTV) digital fuel injection results in better power delivery.

Technical Specification:

Top speed: 135mph

1/4-mile acceleration: 11.94 secs

Power: 86bhp

Torque: 45.6ftlb

Weight: 216kg

Seat height: 770 mm

Fuel capacity: 19 litres

Average fuel consumption: 50mpg

Tank range: 150miles

Engine size: 656cc

Engine specification: 16v, transverse four, 6 gears

Frame: Tabular steel double cradle

Front suspension adjustment: Preload

Rear suspension adjustment: Preload and rebound

Front brakes: Twin discs

Rear brake: single disc

Front tyre size: 120/70 x17

Rear tyre size: 180/55 x 17

Pros
  1. Good fuel efficiency
  2. Smooth power delivery
  3. Extremely comfortable
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These bikes, originally termed as “hooligan bikes”, have streamlined more now for a modern feel, and are typically popular with stunt riders.

Description:

The Suzuki Bandit is a series of standard street motorcycles by Suzuki. Its engine is DOHC inline four with 16 valves. The bike employs SACS (Suzuki Advanced Cooling System) cooling, which is combined with air-cooling and oil-cooling. Its engine is works smoothly with generous tourque and provides effortless overtaking. The additional weight of the machine, being comparatively more than a supersport 600, provides stability with its solid steering.

Technical Specification:

Top speed: 130mph

1/4-mile acceleration: 12.2 secs

Power: 84bhp

Torque: 45ftlb

Weight: 215kg

Seat height: 770 mm

Fuel capacity: 19 litres

Average fuel consumption: 46mpg

Tank range: 145miles

Engine size: 656cc

Engine specification: 16v four cylinder four stroke, 6 gears

Frame: Steel double cradle

Front suspension adjustment: Preload

Rear suspension adjustment: Preload and rebound

Front brakes: 2 x 310mm disc (ABS optional)

Rear brake: 240mm disc, single piston caliper

Front tyre size: 120/70 x17

Rear tyre size: 160/60 x 17

Pros
  1. Height adjustable seat
  2. Fairing works well in deflecting wind and rain
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The SV makes a great beginner motorcycle, allowing the new rider to get used to the sensitivity of the throttle.

Description:

The SV650 and SV650s (sport edition) is being manufactured since 1999 by the Suzuki Motor Corporation. It features a medium sized liquid-cooled DOHC V-twin engine and is particularly popular among inexperienced riders. The machine presents a light riding experience with accurate steering, suspension and brakes. The chassis works well and are hassle-free, providing reliability to the bike. The SV specifically features mid-range torque, unlike most other bikes, which is best required for a good riding experience.

Technical Specification:

Top speed: 123mph

1/4-mile acceleration: 13.5 secs

Power: 69bhp

Torque: 45ftlb

Weight: 169kg

Seat height: 800 mm

Fuel capacity: 17 litres

Average fuel consumption: 40mpg

Tank range: 135miles

Engine size: 645cc

Engine specification: 8v Vtwin, 6 gears

Frame: Aluminum trellis

Front suspension adjustment: Preload

Rear suspension adjustment: Preload

Front brakes: Twin 290mm disc

Rear brake: 220mm disc

Front tyre size: 120/60 x17

Rear tyre size: 160/60 x 17

Pros
  1. Half fairing implies less breakage of plastic in case of a drop
  2. Power of 70hp is enough for experienced, but not too much for a novel rider
  3. Cheaper than a 600cc ‘rocket’ bike
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This motorcycle features a unique winning combination of engine and chassis specifications, so that any rider can experience the rush of a middleweight AMA Supersport bike.

Description:

A nice sports bike, Suzuki GSX-R750 is a 750 class sport bike from the Suzuki’s GSX-R series of motorcycles. It was introduced in 1985 and looks like a wonderful racer at an affordable price. Encasing the new invention of 750cc supersport class engine and lightweight compact chassis of a 600cc Supersport, this bike is a privilege for riding. It is equipped with front dual disc brakes. This bike also has a dual seat in case someone just has to tag along for the ride.

Technical Specification:

Engine: 749cc, 4-stroke, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC

Maximum Power: 147.8 Bhp @ 13200 rpm

Maximum Torque: 64 Nm @ 11200 rpm

Compression ratio: 12.5:1

Gears: 6 Manual

Bore x stroke: 70mm x 48.7mm

Cooling Type: Liquid Cooling

Length: 2040.00 mm

Width: 715.00 mm

Height: 1125.00 mm

Weight: 198.00 kg

Ground Clearance: 130.00 mm

Fuel Tank: 17.00 ltrs

Wheelbase: 1405.00 mm

Wheel Type: Alloys

Wheel Size: 120/70 ZR17 - 180/55 ZR17 mm

Colors: Black, White & Gold

Pros
  1. Smooth, refined and enduring
  2. User friendly
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GSX1400 is the biggest of the retros with “seventies-style metal mountain”.

Description:

This fuel-injected motorcycle, driven by 1402cc engine is a smooth well-suspended package. It is a muscle bike with powerful premium offering, and encase with latest technology. Good looks, comfortable upright riding position and big brakes characterize are some of the qualities in this bike. The 22-litre fuel tank is broad, well designed and provides you a completer touring of 250-300 kilometers. Its shocks perform brilliantly on high terrain and crisp bends and are completely adjustable.

Technical Specification:

Top speed: 145mph

1/4-mile acceleration: 11.3 secs

Power: 105bhp

Torque: 93ftlb

Weight: 229kg

Seat height: 790mm

Fuel capacity: 22 litres

Average fuel consumption: 42mpg

Tank range: 200 miles

Engine size: 1402cc

Engine specification: 16v in-line four, 6 gears

Frame: Tubular steel double cradle

Front suspension adjustment: Preload, rebound, compression

Rear suspension adjustment: Preload

Front brakes: Twin 320mm discs

Rear brake: 260mm disc

Front tyre size: 120/70 x 17

Rear tyre size: 190/50 x 17

Pros
  1. Its engine has the most low down torque
  2. Tours wonderfully
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Suzuki GSX1300R Hayabusa is well established among the masses. Its long wheelbase, smooth power delivery and comfortable riding position make it a big Superbike.

Description:

The Suzuki Hayabusa is a well-acclaimed motorcycle and one of the most impressive bikes. It has been established as one of the most exciting sport bikes on earth, designed especially for serious sport lovers who settle for nothing less than the best. Its refined chassis and suspension provide crisp handling, while its sleek aerodynamics is striking.

Presenting the best power-to-weight ratio and one of the best sharpest looking, Hayabusa’s only competitor is itself. Designed typically as a speed machine, it can easily reach up to 190mph. The smooth-accelerating fuel injected four-stroke DOHC engine started a revolution in itself.

Technical Specification:

Engine: 1298cc, 4-stroke, four-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 16-valve, TSCC

Bore/Stroke: 81 x 63mm

Compression Ratio: 11.0:1

Induction: Mikuni Denso Fuel Injection with 46mm throttle bodies

Lubrication: Wet sump

Ignition: Digital/DC-CDI

Starter: Electric

Transmission: 6-speed, constant mesh

Seat Height: 805mm

Wheelbase: 1485mm

Dry Weight: 215kg dry (250 kilos wet)

Front Suspension: Inverted telescopic 43mm forks, coil spring, fully adjustable spring preload, rebound and compression damping - 120mm travel

Rear Suspension: Link-type, gas/oil damped, fully adjustable spring preload, compression damping, and rebound damping - 140mm travel

Front Brakes: Dual 320mm hydraulic discs - 6 piston calipers

Rear Brakes: Single 240mm hydraulic disc - 2 piston caliper

Tyres: 120/70 ZR-17 (front), 190/50-ZR-17 (rear) consumed at a great rate of knots

Fuel Capacity: 22 Litres

Top speed: 185mph

Pros
  1. High performance
  2. Rider friendliness
  3. Excellent quality of finish
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Its chassis is comfortable, brisk and provides excellent value.

Description:

The Suzuki DL1000 V-Strom, also known as DL1000, is a 996cc dual-sport motorcycle. It is equipped with a V-twin engine and a standard riding posture. Their design elements include the similar Fuel Injection, as in other GSX-R models. The bike is equipped with a strong motor and doesn’t require refueling less than 150 miles. It has an excellent suspension action, clear digital fuel gauge, and excellent mirrors providing big, clear view of the rear scene. Suzuki has also launched a smaller-engined version, V-Strom 650.

Technical Specification:

Top speed: 130mph
1/4-mile acceleration: 12.2 secs
Power: 105bhp
Torque: 68ftlb
Weight: 207kg
Seat height: 875 mm
Fuel capacity: 22 litres
Average fuel consumption: 39mpg
Tank range: 185miles
Engine size: 996cc
Engine specification: 90-degree 4v V-twin, 6 gears
Frame: Aluminum twin spar
Front suspension adjustment: None
Rear suspension adjustment: Preload, compression and rebound
Front brakes: 2 x 310mm discs
Rear brake: 265mm disc
Front tyre size: 110/90 x19
Rear tyre size: 150/70 x 17

Pros
  1. The bike has heated grips, luggage and centre stands available to ease your rides
  2. Its seat is soft and fairly low
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