Suzuki GSX-650F ABS: history, specs, pictures

Suzuki GSX-650F ABS
Manufacturer	Suzuki
Production	2009 - 2015
Class	Sport Bike
Engine	four-stroke, 4-cylinder, DOHC 16 valve, liquid cooled
Bore / Stroke	66.0mm x 66.0mm
Compression ratio	11.5:1
Fuel System	EFI, Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve System (SDTV)
Transmission	Gear box: 6 Speed, manual Final Drive: Chain Clutch: Wet multi-disc, manual
Suspension	Front: Telescopic, oil damped, preload adjustable Rear: Link-type suspension, adjustable preload and rebound
Brakes	Front: Dual hydraulic discs, ABS Rear: Single hydraulic disc, ABS
Front Tire	120/70ZR17M/C (58W) tubeless
Rear Tire	160/60ZR17M/C (69W), tubeless
Wheelbase	57.91 inches (1471 mm)
Length	83.9 inches (2131 mm)
Width	31.1 inches (790 mm)
Seat Height	30.31 inches (770 mm)
Weight	245.0 kg (wet)
Recommended Oil	Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40
Fuel Capacity	1.32 Gallon (5.00 Liters)
Manuals	Service Manual

The Suzuki GSX-650F ABS was a four-stroke, 4-cylinder, DOHC 16 valve, liquid cooled Sport Bike motorcycle produced by Suzuki between 2009 and 2015.

Engine

A 66.0mm bore x 66.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 656.0 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 160/60ZR17M/C (69W), tubeless rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Dual hydraulic discs, ABS in the front and a Single hydraulic disc, ABS in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic, oil damped, preload adjustable while the rear was equipped with a Link-type suspension, adjustable preload and rebound. The GSX-650F ABS was fitted with a 1.32 Gallon (5.00 Liters) fuel tank. The wheelbase was 57.91 inches (1471 mm) long.

2009 Suzuki GSX-650F ABS

Even though the pictured bike is a non-ABS model, Suzuki has also manufactured another version of the 2009 MY GSX-650F. The GSX-650F ABS was exactly the same with the base model, but the rotor carriers had the ABS sensor rings front and rear, and the total weight of the bike was a tad bigger, because of the added bulk of the ABS modulator.

As for the rest, you get the same sport-natured all-rounder machine, a middleweight bike which provides a reassuring feel and tamed performance to less-experienced riders, but which can also be sharp as a knife when ridden hard by seasoned ones.

2010 Suzuki GSX-650F ABS

If you like the sporty attitude and grit of the 600cc Gixxer but are not looking for a full-fledged sport bike, a machine such as the 2010 MY GSX-650F ABS might fit the bill perfectly. This bike is the "civilian" version of the GSX-R600, boasting many features inspired from the track machine, but put together in a package which is significantly more comfortable for longer hauls and more suitable for daily city slicing.

The bodywork and windscreen are designed for better weather protection, while the engine is tuned for better response lower on the rpm scale. Designed to mix performance and comfort, the GSX-650F ABS is Suzuki's best compromise between the two.

2011 Suzuki GSX-650F ABS

Looking for a middleweight outright sport street bike to boast some of the cool features of the top-drawer Gixxers but you'd prefer a more tamed machine which is better suited for the city? Here's the 2011 MY GSX-650F, a motorcycle which builds on the acclaimed heritage of the supersport GSX but which delivers a whole new experience.

Brawny and rewarding, the GSX-650F is not intimidating and will offer riders a lot of fun. Despite having similar looks with the GSX-R machines, the 2011 GSX-650F is easy to identify thanks to the traditional forks and the two-up, single-piece seat.

2012 Suzuki GSX-650F ABS

The 2012 MY GSX-650F ABS is the right choice if you are eyeing to take home a sport bike with massive Gixxer DNA but packed into a more streetable form with enhanced daily usability. The GSX-650F ABS fits the bill perfectly, as it is infused with a lot of the character which has made the GSX-R600 one of the benchmarks in the supersport class.

Still, this bike is more civilized and will be happy to take you to work each day, while you can of course, still floor it around the track or chasing that perfect line on countryside roads in the mellow afternoon sun. The GSX-650F ABS received a new, smoother and better-performing 6-speed transmission for even more fun in the saddle.

2013 Suzuki GSX-650F ABS

The 2013 MY GSX-650F ABS is the more civilized version of the 600cc Gixxer, a bike whose engine derived from the supersport power plant, but which is tweaked differently to provide a smoother, more predictable feel in the urban clutter. Still a fast and agile bike, the GSX-650F ABS will smoke other traffic when it comes to fast hauls along the highway and city holeshot starts.

However, riders will surely appreciate the better ergonomics and improved riding comfort. Since the bike is engineered as a sporty all-rounder, it was only natural that people could easily spend long hours in the saddle without being forced to ride in a too "track-ish" position.

2014 Suzuki GSX-650F ABS

Saw a bike zooming past you, looking incredibly familiar and even if you'd almost vouch it was a Gixxer... there is something which didn't "feel right"? You most likely had an encounter with the GSX-650F ABS, a machine which is derived from the 600cc GSX-R supersport-class bike, but engineered to deliver more streetable performance in less extreme scenarios.

The engine displacement got bigger, but the peak power and torque deployment points have been shifted lower down the rev scale for a leaner riding experience. Still sport-spirited, the 2014 MY GSX-650F ABS is delivered with anti-locking brakes and EFI as standard and is a wonderful and comfy all-rounder suitable for both commuting and fast fun around tight bends.

2015 Suzuki GSX-650F ABS

The GSX-650F ABS recipe proved a successful one, as customers in search of a simple sport bike enjoyed the mixture of cool looks, power and comfortable seating of this sporty all-rounder. With precise handling and plenty of usable power on tap, the GSX-650F ABS is inspired by the GSX-R family, and retains certain design cues from it,

However, you're not looking at a one-trick pony; this bike can be ridden fast around the canyon bend, but it will also feel reassuring and comfy in the urban clutter in your way to work. If moderation with a decent evilness reserve is what you're after, the GSX-650F ABS is the right choice.