Sportbikes

2009Suzuki GSX-R1000 Cameron Donald

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The 2009 Suzuki GSX-R1000 Cameron Donald is a track-focused superbike engineered for experienced riders seeking outright performance. This inline-four powerhouse delivers aggressive acceleration and razor-sharp handling characteristics that define the GSX-R lineage. Best known for its potent 999cc engine and responsive electronic fuel injection, it remains a favorite among track enthusiasts and serious sportbike competitors.

Capacity: 999.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four
Gearbox: 6-speed
Wet weight: 203.0 kg
Seat height: 810 mm
Power: 199.1 HP (146.4 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering93%

City riding30%

Daily riding35%

Touring20%

Two-up25%

Track96%

Best for: Built primarily for track days and aggressive sport riding, with backroad canyon carving as a secondary use.
Built for: A sharp, high-revving in-line four sportbike with fully adjustable suspension and race-focused ergonomics that rewards precise, confident inputs.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for new riders, commuters seeking comfort, or anyone planning long-distance touring or two-up travel.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Units

At 810mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2009 Suzuki GSX-R1000 Cameron Donald, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 999.0 ccm
Power: 199.1 HP (146.4 kW)
Engine type: In-line four
Power/weight ratio: 0.9808 HP/kg
Bore x stroke: 74.5 x 57.3 mm
Compression: 12.8:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Electronic
Lubrication system: Wet sump
Torque: Not on record - add it

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1405 mm
Overall length: 2045 mm
Overall height: 1130 mm
Seat height: 810 mm
Wet weight: 203.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 17.50 litres
Ground clearance: 120 mm
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Front suspension: Inverted telescopic, coil spring, spring preload fully adjustable, rebound and compression damping force fully adjustable
Rear suspension: Link type, oil damped, coil spring, spring preload fully adjustable, rebound and compression damping force fully adjustable

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc
Front brakes diameter: 310 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 190/50-ZR17

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

Safety Recalls

⚠ 3 open recalls

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSIONOct 2014 · 14V629000

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 GSX-R750 and 2009-2014 GSX-R1000 motorcycles. If a gear is missed while upshifting, the strain applied to the drive chain after the next shift may cause the rear axle to move, damaging the left-side drive chain adjuster.

Risk: If the drive chain adjuster gets damaged, the drive chain may come off, removing power to the rear wheel, and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left-side chain adjuster with an improved part. The recall began on October 17, 2014. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-714-572-1490. Suzuki's numbers for this recall are 2A40, 2A41, 2A42 and 2A43.

SERVICE BRAKESOct 2013 · 13V449000

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2004-2013 GSX-R600 and GSX-R750, and model year 2005-2013 GSX-R1000 motorcycles. In combination with older brake fluid, corrosion of the brake piston inside of the front brake master cylinder generates gas that may result in a reduction of fluid pressure transmission to the front brake.

Risk: As a result, front braking power may be reduced increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake master cylinder, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2013. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-800-572-1490. Suzuki's campaign numbers for this recall are: 2A (31, 32, 33, 34, 35, and 36).

EQUIPMENTMay 2012 · 12V231000

SUZUKI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 GSX-R1000 MOTORCYCLES. DUE TO LOOSE BOLTS THE SIDE STAND INTERLOCK SWITCH MAY FAIL.

Risk: ON THE GSX-R1000 MODELS, FAILURE OF THE SWITCH WILL TERMINATE THE IGNITION CIRCUIT. AS A RESULT, THE ENGINE WILL STOP RUNNING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: SUZUKI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND SUZUKI DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SIDE STAND INTERLOCK SWITCH BOLTS, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 7, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-714-996-7040.

Source: NHTSA. View all Suzuki recalls →