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{{Motorcycle
#Redirect [[Suzuki GSX-R600 SE]]
|name            = Suzuki GSX-R 600 SE
|photo=Suzuki-GSX-R-600--4.jpg
|aka              =
|manufacturer    = Suzuki
|parent_company  =
|production      = 2008
|model_year      =
|predecessor      =
|successor        =
|class            =Sportbike
|engine          = Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
|bore_stroke      =
|compression      = 12.8:1
|top_speed        = 253 km/h / 157 mph
|power            =
|torque          =
|fuel_system      =
|ignition        = Digital CDI
|spark_plug      = NGK CR9E
|battery          =
|transmission    = 6 Speed, constant mesh
|frame            = Aluminum, twin spar extrusion frame
|suspension      =Front: Inverted 41 mm Showa front forks are fully adjustable for rebound, compression and preload settings with updated [[rake]] and [[trail]] dimensions for improved cornering performance <br>
Rear: Showa rear shock utilizes a 46 mm [[piston]] and a larger 16mm rod and is completely adjustable for rebound and compression
|brakes          =Front: 2 x 310 mm Discs, Tokico 4 piston [[calipers]] <br>Rear: Single 220 mm disc, Tokico 2 piston caliper
|front_tire      = {{tire|120/70 ZR17}}
|rear_tire    = {{tire|180/55 ZR17}}
|rake_trail      =
|wheelbase        = 1400 mm / 55.1 in.
|length          =
|width            =
|height          =
|seat_height      = 810 mm / 31.9 in.
|dry_weight      = 163kg / 359 lbs
|wet_weight      = 193kg / 425 lbs
|fuel_capacity    = 17 Liters / 4.5 US gal / 3.7 Imp gal
|oil_capacity    =
|recommended_oil=Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40
|fuel_consumption =
|turning_radius  =
|related          =
|competition      =
}}
 
It could reach a top speed of 253 km/h / 157 mph. 
 
==Engine==
The engine was a Liquid cooled cooled Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder. The engine featured a 12.8:1 [[compression ratio]]. 
 
==Drive==
Power was moderated via the Wet, slipper, cable operated. 
 
==Chassis==
It came with a 120/70 ZR17 front [[tire]] and a 180/55 ZR17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2 x 310 mm Discs, Tokico 4 piston calipers in the front and a Single 220 mm disc, Tokico 2 piston [[caliper]] in the rear. The front suspension was a  Inverted 41 mm Showa front forks are fully adjustable for rebound, compression and preload settings with updated rake and trail dimensions for improved cornering performance while the rear was equipped with a Showa rear shock utilizes a 46 mm piston and a larger 16mm rod and is completely adjustable for rebound and compression. The GSX-R 600 SE was fitted with a 17 Liters / 4.5 US gal / 3.7 Imp gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 163kg / 359 lbs. The wheelbase was 1400 mm / 55.1 in. long. 
== Photos ==
[[File:Suzuki-GSX-R-600--4.jpg|600px|Suzuki GSX-R 600 SE]]
[[File:Suzuki-GSX-R-600--2.jpg|600px|Suzuki GSX-R 600 SE]]
 
== Overview ==
 
Suzuki GSX-R 600 SE
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
The 2008 Suzuki GSX-R600 gets a new look with more effective aerodynamics
and a new fairing with three horizontally-mounted halogen headlights. Main
beam uses all three lights, with a ‘position lamp’ above the main headlight
to keep the traditional vertically-stacked look of the Suzuki GSX-R-600.
They sit above the central two ram-air intakes in a fairing which is wider
at the handlebars to reduce turbulence.
There’s also a larger 17-litre
tank to provide fuel for the 16,000rpm redline engine, which features three
engine maps selectable on-the-fly, like the Suzuki GSX-R1000. It also has a
new Suzuki fuel injection system, and is housed in an aluminum-alloy frame,
with a new rear subframe which saves 125 grams. There are fully-adjustable
Showa forks and rear shock, 14-position adjustable footpegs, an electronic
steering damper which reacts to the speed of the motorcycle, and a seat
height of 810mm.
Lighter alloy wheels are the same dimensions as the previous Suzuki
GSX-R600, but save 430 grams between them. The front brakes are dual
radial-mount opposed Tokico front calipers with 310mm discs. The
single-piston rear Tokico caliper works with a 220mm disc.
 
Review
When I think of Suzuki motorcycles the first two
models that instantly come to my mind are the GSX-R and SV-class motorcycles.
Both are extremely capable and popular motorcycles in their respective classes,
performing well on both the street and track. I have owned a healthy number of
GSX-Rs and have spoken with many happy SV owners at many a track and local bike
nights.
 
One motorcycle in the Suzuki line-up that never really gave me that warm fuzzy
feeling, however, was the Katana. The Katana was Suzuki's answer for an
inexpensive entry level motorcycle with sportbike looks and sport-touring
comfort. While I am sure there are plenty of happy Katana owners out there, the
somewhat alien-looking styling of the bike has always turned me off.
 
Well, for 2008 the Katana has received the axe to make room for the all new 2008
GSX650F. The new Suzuki is purpose built as a low-cost middleweight for the
novice rider or the economical commuter looking for a comfortable ride with a
sporty design. The GSX650F is based off the European Bandit 650 naked bike. It's
an inline-Four with minimal upgrades from the Bandit such as full fairing,
remapping for more revs and suspension which has been slightly tweaked.
 
A first glance of the blue and white GSX650F revealed the classic color
combination and appearance of its close family relative, the GSX-R. It's no
coincidence the front fairing shares a strong resemblance to the previous
generation GSX-R600 and 750s. While it will not be mistaken for an exotic
Italian bike, the GSX650F has clean sporty lines in a design that is a big
improvement over the Katana models.
 
The GSX650F features an attractive and easy-to-read instrument cluster with
tachometer, dual tripmeters, reserve tripmeter, clock, fuel gauge, and a useful
gear-position indicator. Moving around on the Suzuki is easy with a roomy
cockpit, comfortable one-piece seat with a low seat height and a
well-positioned, rubber-mounted, tubular handlebar.
 
The GSX650F sports a liquid-cooled, fuel injected, 16-valve, DOHC 656cc engine
utilizing a bore and stroke of 65.5 mm x 48.7 mm. The Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve
fuel-injection system provides smooth acceleration. Four-hole injectors are used
for optimum fuel atomization and greater power output. The cylinder head
achieves a narrow included valve angle of 17 degrees for high intake and exhaust
efficiency. Cam profiles are chosen with a priority on low-to-mid-range power
output to deliver performance that is well suited to an entry-level street
rider.
 
The Suzuki's full fairing design wrapped around a double cradle steel frame will
have you thinking GSX-R thanks to the sport-oriented design. Geometry numbers
are 26 degrees of rake and 4.25 inches of trail, with a 57.9-inch wheelbase. The
fork is a 41mm Kayaba unit with adjustment for preload only. The rear shock
comes equipped with adjustment for both rebound and preload. Heading out on the
open road? The 5.0 gallon gas tank should allow you enough capacity to bust a
few bugs before having to refill.
 
Taking the Suzuki out for its first excursion I was really looking forward to a
day in the saddle that wasn't going to have me walking like a cripple when I
returned with knees and back aching. The layout of the GSX650F suited me nicely
with an easy reach to the bars and a relaxing bend at the knees. The riding
position was well suited to both cruising and aggressive riding when the road
gets a little twisted. Wind protection was decent and there was a good deal of
room to tuck in if needed.
 
'The GSX650F motor has all the necessary ingredients to deliver an entertaining
ride...'
 
The GSX650F fires up easily and runs smooth without unnecessary vibration. Spin
the flexible motor up and it does a great job of putting the power down where
you will likely be spending most of your time, in the low- and mid-range.
Chasing through traffic full of stop signs and motorists, I really came to enjoy
the motor which was well-suited to this type of riding. The short first gear on
the GSX650F was a nice change from the supersport bikes which come equipped with
gearing more suited for the track than stop-and-go traffic. Just dump the clutch
and start clicking through the 6-speed transmission without worry, the GSX650F
surges forward without a hiccup. An effortless clutch pull and smooth-shifting
transmission made city traffic a breeze. With no under-tail exhaust or excessive
engine heat pouring out at the legs, the Suzuki was quite bearable if traffic
came to a stop for any amount of time.
 
There is no berserk rush to the power delivery but it won't put you to sleep
either. Redline is at 12,500 rpm but it likes to be run in the 4,000-8,000 rpm
range where it sings nicely in the power curve. The GSX650F motor has all the
necessary ingredients to deliver an entertaining ride to anyone in the market
for an inexpensive sporty ride in the middleweight class. If you are in the mood
for utter madness, however, this motor will probably not suit your primal
likings as the Suzuki pumps out the ponies in a pretty civilized manner.
 
Overall handling on the Suzuki was quite balanced and agile. It turns in well,
sticks to a line, and can be gassed hard out of a turn. While not being the most
sophisticated chassis, the GSX650F isn't going to do anything to get you in
trouble. That is, of course, if you don't push it far beyond its limits.
 
I tried to do just that to see where its breaking point was. I saw my
opportunity in the form of two rapidly approaching GSX-R1000s in my mirror with
some young aggressive riders at the controls. What better way to see how the
GSX650F would fare against some much more advanced hardware. As I let the young
bucks come by, they took a quick glance, surely with fear in their eyes as they
observed my proper upright riding position and the very intimidating backpack
carrying my camera. I decided to tag along the rear as we hit a twisty section
of road. As it turned out, the little Suzuki didn't fair too bad, staying right
with my two test subjects quite easily until we hit some open road where the
bigger bikes could flex their muscle. Soon I was a mere speck in the mirror as
Suzuki's natural pecking order took over and the GSX650F was shuffled to the
back.
 
Overall handling on the Suzuki was quite balanced and agile. It turns in well,
sticks to a line, and can be gassed hard out of a turn.'
 
The GSX650F is quite composed, and its 475-pound claimed dry weight transitioned
nicely at a moderate pace. The wide handlebar does a good job of giving you the
proper leverage to position the bike into the apex. While it is quite balanced
and agile, it might not be your favorite track-day weapon. At more serious
speeds while pushing the bike, the front end seemed to have a touch more trouble
staying composed, becoming quite uneasy and a little on the springy side. The
rear seemed to be doing a good job keeping the back end in line, but I was
easily able to find the limits of the front fork with a good amount of flex and
some quivering at the bars. You could tie the GSX650F into a bit of a knot if
you really wanted to get aggressive with transitions, throwing the bike hard on
it's side or really doing some late braking.
 
Speaking of brakes, while not the strongest I've ever put my hands on, they do
have good feel and more than capable stopping power. The GSX650F comes equipped
with Tokico 4-piston front brake calipers and 310mm brake rotors combined with a
lightweight single-piston rear caliper and a 240mm rear brake disc.
 
Keeping the rubber side down were Bridgestone Battlax BT-011s up front and
BT-020s in the rear, with a 120/70 ZR17 and 160/60 ZR17 front/rear tire combo.
These tires worked excellent in many different conditions. My two weeks with the
bike were filled with a generous amount of wet-weather riding on the GSX650F,
and the Bridgestones gave me good confidence in the rain, enough to ride a few
wheelies in a slight drizzle for some photo opportunities. In the dry conditions
they were equally up to par, providing good traction both front and rear.
 
I have found that some people tend to think that because I race motorcycles I am
a total speed-crazed adrenaline junkie always looking to run off with the
neighbor's daughter. While the latter may be true and it may not be a bad idea
to keep the daughters locked up, I actually do enjoy a restrained leisurely ride
on a motorcycle that is composed at street speeds and not excruciating on the
body. In fact I found that the GSX650F was really starting to grow on me over
the two weeks. Constant commuting in the rain had me quite happy that I was
riding a motorcycle with a mild temperament and a chassis I could trust.
 
While the limits of the GSX650F's capabilities can be reached quite easily by an
experienced rider, I was not turned off by the Suzuki. Instead, I grew to
appreciate the many qualities the GSX650F possesses. This is no one-trick pony.
In fact it's an extremely versatile motorcycle. Whether you are into sport
riding, touring or everyday commuting, the GSX650F has the ability to do it all.
At an MSRP of $6.999 this will surely be an attractive option for the
budget-conscious rider or someone looking for that first bike that gets it all
started.
Source
 
 
 
{|  class="wikitable"
|-
!Make Model
|Suzuki GSX-R 600 SE (USA only)
|-
!Year
|2008
|-
!Engine Type
|Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
|-
!Displacement
|599 c / 36.6 cub. in.
|-
!Bore X Stroke
|67.0 x 42.5 mm
|-
!Compression
|12.8:1
|-
!Cooling System
|Liquid cooled
|-
!Oil
|10W40
|-
!Lubrication
|Wet sump
|-
!Exhaust System
|Suzuki Advanced Exhaust System (SAES), under engine chamber leading to large volume muffler and triangular silencer
|-
!Induction
|EFI, Four 40 mm throttle bodies, 2 valves per body. S-DMS engine management system
|-
!Ignition
|Digital CDI
|-
!Spark Plug
|NGK CR9E
|-
!Starting
|Electric
|-
!Max Power
|93.2 kW / 125 hp @ 13500 rpm with maximum RAM air
|-
!Max Torque
|67.7 Nm / 6.9 kgf-m / 49.9 ft-lb @ 11500 rpm, RAM air
|-
!Clutch
|Wet, slipper, cable operated
|-
!Transmission
|6 Speed, constant mesh
|-
!Gear Ratios
|1st 2.56 / 2nd 2.05 / 3rd 1.71 / 4th 1.50 / 5th 1.35 / 6th 1.21:1
|-
!Final Drive
|#525 Chain
|-
!Frame
|Aluminum, twin spar extrusion frame
|-
!Rake
|23.25°
|-
!Trail
|93 mm / 3.7 in
|-
!Front Suspension
|Inverted 41 mm Showa front forks are fully adjustable for rebound, compression and preload settings with updated rake and trail dimensions for improved cornering performance
|-
!Rear Suspension
|Showa rear shock utilizes a 46 mm piston and a larger 16mm rod and is completely adjustable for rebound and compression
|-
!Front Wheel Travel
|125 mm / 4.9 in.
|-
!Rear Wheel Travel
|130 mm / 5.1 in.
|-
!Front Brakes
|2 x 310 mm Discs, Tokico 4 piston calipers
|-
!Rear Brakes
|Single 220 mm disc, Tokico 2 piston caliper
|-
!Wheels
|Alloy, 3 spoke
|-
!Front Tire
|120/70 ZR17
|-
!Rear Tire
|180/55 ZR17
|-
!Wheelbase
|1400 mm / 55.1 in.
|-
!Dimensions
|Length 2040 mm / 80.3 in. Width 715 mm / 28.1 in. Height 1125 mm / 44.7 in.
|-
!Seat Height
|810 mm / 31.9 in.
|-
!Ground Clearance
|130 mm / 5.1 in.
|-
!Dry Weight
|163kg / 359 lbs
|-
!Wet Weight
|193kg / 425 lbs
|-
!Fuel Capacity
|17 Liters / 4.5 US gal / 3.7 Imp gal
|-
!Average Fuel Consumption
|5.4 L/100 km / 18.4 km/l / 43.3 US mpg / 52.3 Imp mpg
|-
!Standing ¼ Mile
|11.1 sec
|-
!Top Speed
|253 km/h / 157 mph
 
|}
== Videos ==
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{{#ev:youtube|https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2kBKZufKeBo|600|center}}
== External Links ==
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