Suzuki GSX-1300R Hayabusa: history, specs, pictures

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Suzuki GSX-1300R Hayabusa
Manufacturer	Suzuki
Production	2000 - 2012
Class	Sport Bike
Engine	4-stroke, four-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 16-valve, TSCC
Bore / Stroke	81.3mm x 81.3mm
Compression ratio	12.5:1
Horsepower	175.0 HP (130.5 KW) @ 9800RPM
Torque	104.0 ft/lbs (141.0 Nm) @ 7000RPM
Fuel System	EFI, Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve System (SDTV)
Transmission	Gear box: 6-Speed, manual Final Drive: #530 chain Clutch: Wet multi-disc, manual
Suspension	Front: Front Inverted telescopic, coil spring, fully adjustable spring preload, adjustable rebound damping and adjustable compression damping Rear: Rear Link-type, gas/oil damped, fully adjustable spring preload, adjustable compression and rebound damping
Brakes	Front: Dual hydraulic discs Rear: Single hydraulic disc
Front Tire	120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless
Rear Tire	190/50ZR17M/C (73W), tubeless
Wheelbase	58.31 inches (1481 mm)
Length	86.18 inches (2189 mm)
Width	28.9 inches (734 mm)
Seat Height	31.69 inches (805 mm)
Weight	260.0 kg (wet)
Recommended Oil	Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40
Manuals	Service Manual

The Suzuki GSX-1300R Hayabusa was a 4-stroke, four-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 16-valve, TSCC Sport Bike motorcycle produced by Suzuki between 2000 and 2012. Max torque was 104.0 ft/lbs (141.0 Nm) @ 7000 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 175.0 HP (130.5 KW) @ 9800 RPM.

Engine

A 81.3mm bore x 81.3mm stroke result in a displacement of just 1340.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive

The bike has a 6-Speed, manual transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-disc, manual.

Chassis

It came with a 120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless front tire and a 190/50ZR17M/C (73W), tubeless rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Dual hydraulic discs in the front and a Single hydraulic disc in the rear. The front suspension was a Front Inverted telescopic, coil spring, fully adjustable spring preload, adjustable rebound damping and adjustable compression damping while the rear was equipped with a Rear Link-type, gas/oil damped, fully adjustable spring preload, adjustable compression and rebound damping. The wheelbase was 58.31 inches (1481 mm) long.

2000 Suzuki GSX-1300R Hayabusa

2000 Suzuki GSX-1300R Hayabusa

The Hayabusa has a mesmerized riders ever since it was introduced, as it boasted a modern approach to the streamlined design, fluid and voluptuous, yet merciless and foll of no-compromise sport vibes. Effortlessly reaching speeds which would scare even seasoned riders, the flagship GSX-R machine was a fascinating presence on every highway.

The bike was equipped with an 1298cc in-line 4 engine and produced around 175 hp and a massive torque of 141Nm.

2001 Suzuki GSX-1300R Hayabusa

The 2001 MY GSX-1300R Hayabusa carries on the sport heritage and continues to fascinate generations of riders. Powerful and maneuverable, this is one of the ultimate sport bikes with real touring capabilities, as it boasts special ergonomics and allows the rider to spend multiple hours in the saddle. A high-performance machine in all aspects, the GSX-1300R Hayabusa doubles as a good choice for road touring, especially as Suzuki has accessories to upgrade it.

Color-matching sidecases and heated grips will add more road-worthiness to this amazing bike, while not impacting its thrilling nerve.

2002 Suzuki GSX-1300R Hayabusa

2002 Suzuki GSX-1300R Hayabusa 2002 Suzuki GSX-1300R Hayabusa

The 2002 MY GSX-1300R Hayabusa delivers once more a high-performance package which is both respected and feared on the street. Retaining the successful recipe which made it one of the most popular sport-touring machines of the at the end of the 20th century and the beginning of the new one, the Hayabusa delivers 175 hp and 141 Nm of torque from its liquid-cooled 1298cc in-line 4.

Sporting the same unmistakable design, the 2002 GSX-1300R Hayabusa is delivered in Blue/Black and Silver/Gray liveries, with a special Midnight Black edition also available in a limited run.

2003 Suzuki GSX-1300R Hayabusa

Year by year, Suzuki adds more tech tweaks to the immensely popular Hayabusa, the flagship Gixxer. For 2003, the GSX-1300R got a redesigned fairing which retains the classic shape of the model but comes witha lower drag coefficient and improved aerodynamics. The clutch now offers a back-torque limiter which provides smoother downshifts and better overall control.

The tank is hing-mounted for easy access to the areas underneath it and air filter maintenance. Multiple other race-derived technologies make the Hayabusa perform just as good as it looks.

2004 Suzuki GSX-1300R Hayabusa

One of the pinnacles fo high-displacement hyperbikes, the Hayabusa is also one of the benchmarks in the segment of blazing-fast sport-touring bikes. Track-natured but with a surprisingly comfortable seating position for the average rider, the 20004 MY Hayabusa boasts an aerodynamic coefficient other bikes can only dream of.

The 175hp, 141 Nm machine is tamed by big racing-grade brakes, while track-tested adjustable suspensions and a high-tech aluminum frame, all contributing to sharp cornering and a reassuring feel for the skilled rider.

2005 Suzuki GSX-1300R Hayabusa

The 2005 MY GSX1300R Hayabusa is the first with white turn signal lenses, and yellow bulbs. This upgrade enhances the overall looks of the bike and makes it even more menacing. A legend in the world of super-sporty touring bikes, the Hayabusa also benefits from the new smart feature which shuts off the headlight during startup, to reduce the load on the battery.

The 1298cc in-line four produces 175 hp and has all the grunt you'd ever need, no matter whether you're riding in the mountains, speeding on the highway or simply cruising around in the countryside.

2006 Suzuki GSX-1300R Hayabusa

When the name Hayabusa pops up in a conversation, everybody becomes all-ears. In a way this is true at street level, too, as the presence of the Busa makes everything all the more interesting in an instant. For the 2006 MY, the Hayabusa retains the character which have made so many riders love it, with crisp acceleration and 175 horsepower to spare. With a mighty peak torque arriving as early as 7,000 revs, the Hayabusa also has an immense fun potential for daily rides.

Aggressive yet sporting better comfort than the usual superbikes, this machine can be even used as an ultra-tourer.

2007 Suzuki GSX-1300R Hayabusa

The 2007 MY GSX-1300R Hayabusa has not received any technical upgrades over the previous year, so we're still dealing with an 175 hp, 141 Nm in-line four engine loaded in the same frame and hiding beneath the unmistakable fluid lines of the iconic Busa fairings.

However, Suzuki decided to deliver the bikes in three new colors which have been, until now, reserved to the special edition models. The solid black, blue and red liveries are now telling the story with an even more vibrant color.

2008 Suzuki GSX-1300R Hayabusa

The 2008 model year brings new things for Hayabusa machines. We're eyeing a redesigned instrument cluster with analog meters for speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge and water temperature with a new S-DMS mode indicator, gear position indicator and adjustable engine rpm indicator.

The engine is also new, packing 1340cc and provides an 11% performance increase, with three engine mappings for various road conditions, and sporting redesigned componentry in almost its entirety. The chassis is of course new, as well, with new wheels, lowered seats and tank and revised headlights.

2009 Suzuki GSX-1300R Hayabusa

The 2009 MY Hayabusa is powered by the new-generation 1,340cc in-line 4 engine and fed through the high-tech dual throttle valve EFI system. The engine also comes with driving modes for better compliance with the riding scenario.

Aerodynamics have also been improved, even if this doesn't seem possible. The sleek, fluid shapes have been carefully tweaked for better air flow at high speed, but without impacting rider comfort. New hot liveries have been added to the model year line-up, as well.

2010 Suzuki GSX-1300R Hayabusa

The 2010 season sees a Suzuki GSX-1300R Hayabusa which carries on the upgrades introduced back in 2008. The highly aerodynamic bodywork is the unmistakable trademark for the bike, with its rounded, voluptuous shapes and aggressive sporty stance. The engine power has been maintained at the new standards introduced by the recent power plant upgrade, offering a most rewarding experience to skilled motorcyclists.

No major changes affect the 2010 model year Hayabusa, whatsoever, so you kond of know what to expect from it.

2011 Suzuki GSX-1300R Hayabusa

For 2011, the Suzuki Hayabusa receives two new liveries, the Pearl Mirage White with gold trim and the Pearl Nebular Black with red trim one, introducing even more elegance to a bike which has in time become one of the iconic supersport-touring machines. No upgrades worthy of being mentioned are in place for this model year, as it looks like the bike is great as it is.

The Hayabusa was recently upgraded with a bigger engine packing 1340cc and its power and torque figures also went up. The smooth fluid lines o of its bodywork are impossible to mistake for any other model and are a benchmark in the segment.

2012 Suzuki GSX-1300R Hayabusa

The 2012 model year brings several improvements for the acclaimed Hayabusa hypersport machine. Suzuki adds a new S-DMS (Suzuki Drive Mode Selector) which put three different mapping at the disposal of the rider, changing the engine character according to various riding situations. The news include a redesigned 4-2-1-2 exhausts system with large-volume cans, relocated for better banking, enhanced power and reduced noise.

The dashboard was also tweaked, alongside the new wheels, relocated fuel tank and rear subframe, plus the updated headlight cluster.