presentation of the 600 GSX-R 2003
Although its styling is modelled on that of the 750 and 1000, the 600 is unique and particularly lean for its class. With a dry weight of 163 kg, the GSX-R broke the 600 sport bike weight record. It now benefits from fuel injection and a sharper chassis based on the 750. Bluffingly agile, it takes corners in its stride, throws itself into them without restraint, and remains imperial in its stability. The front drivetrain is a little less lively than the R6's, but more reassuring and less fickle. Thanks to the steering damper supplied as standard. The boiler now produces 115hp, but it's the engine's handling that has improved the most, thanks to fuel injection. More docile and with (a little) more puff at the bottom of the rev counter, it still needs to be revved above 8,000 rpm to send out the big watts. Once in the right rev range, the bike takes off like a fury. The riding position is sporty but not radical, the saddle not too mean; even the suspension, which is very effective, is complacent. This supersport also suffers from the Suzuki shortcoming: the brakes, while effective and powerful, lack bite. Not to mention the protection, which gradually disappears from generation to generation. obviously, a machine like this has no place in town or on vacation roads. Less radical than an R6, the riding position is still very sporty. On the track, it's a formidable machine that retains a certain user-friendliness.
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Key facts Suzuki 600 GSX-R (2003) : What you need to know before you buy
Highlights
- Top-level chassis
- Available, powerful engine
- Overall efficiency
Weak points
- Duo
- Braking lacks bite
Performance
- Max speed : approximately 260 km/h (161.60 mph)
- 0-100 km/h acceleration : 2.90 s
- Average fuel consumption : 7.50 liters/100km (0.31 mpg)
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Estimated range
: 240 km (149 miles)
Calculated range until tank is empty, not verified.
Specifications Suzuki 600 GSX-R 2003
- Chassis
- Frame : double-beam aluminum perimeter
- Fuel capacity : 18 liters (4.76 US gallons)
- Seat height : 830 mm (32.68 in)
- Length : 2,040 mm (80.32 in)
- Wheelbase : 1,400 mm (55.12 in)
- Dry weight : 163 kg (359 lb)
- Weight when fully loaded : 193 kg (425 lb)
- Front axle
- Telehydraulic fork Ø 45 mm, Wheel travel : 125 mm (4.92 in)
- Braking 2 discs Ø 320 mm (12.6 in), 4-piston caliper
- Front tire : 120 / 70 - 17 → Order this type of tire
- Transmission
- 6 stage gearbox
- Secondary by chain
- Rear axle
- Mono-damper, Wheel travel : 130 mm (5.12 in)
- Braking 1 disc Ø 220 mm (8.66 in), 2-piston caliper
- Rear tire : 180 / 55 - 17 → Order this type of tire
- Motor
- 4 cylinders online , 4 strokes
- Injection Ø 38 mm
- Cooling system : liquid
- 2 ACT
- 4 valves per cylinder
- 599 cc
- 115 ch (113.40 hp) to 13,000 rpm
- 6.90 mkg to 10,800 rpm
- Power-to-Weight Ratio : 1.44 kg/ch
- Torque-to-Weight Ratio : 23.62 kg/mkg
- Compression : 12.2:1
- Practical information
Essentials
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Compare the 600 GSX-R to its competitors
Compared to its 8 direct competitors, this 600 GSX-R offers an appealing positioning, managing to stand out in certain specific areas. It stands out with 0 to 60 mph acceleration of 2.9 s. In terms of horsepower, its output of 115 ch lags behind the segment leaders.
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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the 600 GSX-R 2003
- What is the power of the 600 GSX-R?
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The 600 GSX-R 2003 develops a power of 115 ch (113.40 hp)
- What is the torque of the 600 GSX-R?
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The maximum torque of the 600 GSX-R 2003 is 6.90 mkg to 10,800 rpm.
- What is the maximum speed of the 600 GSX-R?
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The 600 GSX-R 2003 is capable of reaching a top speed of approximately 260 km/h (161.60 mph) on the track.
- What is the weight of the 600 GSX-R?
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The 600 GSX-R 2003 has a a dry weight of 163 kg (359 lb), a weight when fully loaded of 193 kg (425 lb).
- What is the fuel consumption of the 600 GSX-R?
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Average fuel consumption is estimated at 7.50 l/100km (0.31 mpg) according to the WMTC cycle.
- QWhat is the seat height of the 600 GSX-R?
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To ensure good accessibility, the 600 GSX-R 2003 offers a minimum seat height of 830 mm (32.68 in).
- What is the price of the 600 GSX-R?
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The price of the 600 GSX-R 2003 is 8,999€ in France
- What size tires should I put on my 600 GSX-R?
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The standard size for a 600 GSX-R 2003 is 120 / 70 - 17 for the front, and 180 / 55 - 17 for the rear.
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