Sportbikes
2012Suzuki GSX-R750
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The 2012 Suzuki GSX-R750 is the sportbike for riders who want more punch than a 600 without the intimidation of a litre machine. Its 749 cc in-line four makes 148 hp in a chassis weighing just 165 kg dry, giving razor-sharp handling on road or track. It remains best known as the definitive middleweight-sized superbike compromise.
- Capacity
- 749.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 165.0 kg
- Seat height
- 810 mm
- Power
- 148.0 HP (110.4 kW)
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- A track-focused supersport that thrives on canyon roads and circuit days, blending 600-class agility with 1000-class-adjacent grunt.
- Built for
- The legendary middleweight that punches above its class: light, flickable and thrilling, with a screaming inline-four and razor-sharp handling.
- Not ideal for
- Not for beginners, comfort-seekers, two-up touring or relaxed commuting; anyone wanting upright ergonomics or off-road ability should look elsewhere.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the published US (EPA-style) fuel economy estimate and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 749.0 ccm
- Power
- 148.0 HP (110.4 kW)
- CO2 Emissions
- 130 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- CSKXC.750VD2-008-R01
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 5.54 L/100km (42.5 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 1.0 CO g/km
- Torque
- 86.3 Nm (8.8 kgf-m) @ 11200 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.8970 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 70.0 x 48.7 mm
- Compression
- 12.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Advanced, race-developed transistorized ignition control circuit helps maintain more precise ignition timing across the range of engine temperature.
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet, multi-plate
Performance
- 0-60 mph
- 2.90 seconds
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1390 mm
- Overall length
- 2030 mm
- Overall width
- 710 mm
- Overall height
- 1135 mm
- Seat height
- 810 mm
- Dry weight
- 165.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 190.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 17.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 130 mm
- Oil capacity
- 3.40 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Twin-spar, aluminum
- Front suspension
- Inverted, telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
- Rear suspension
- Link type, coil spring, oil damped
- Front wheel travel
- 130 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 136 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 23.9°
- Trail
- 97 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Bremo, 4-piston
- Front brakes diameter
- 310 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Bremo
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Black, Blue/White
- Warranty
- 12
- Fuel Tank Material
- Metal
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1985 | 1996 | 2006 | 2012 | 2017 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 749 cc | 749 cc | 749 cc | 749 cc | 750 cc | 750 cc |
| Dry weight | — | 179 kg | 163 kg | 165 kg | 165 kg | 165 kg |
| Seat height | — | 830 mm | 810 mm | 810 mm | 810 mm | 810 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 19 L | 18 L | 17 L | 17 L | 19 L | 17 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Suzuki GSX-R750?
The 2012 Suzuki GSX-R750 has a Capacity of 749.0 ccm (45.71 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Suzuki GSX-R750 have?
The 2012 Suzuki GSX-R750 has a Power of 148.0 HP (110.4 kW).
How many gears does the Suzuki GSX-R750 have?
The 2012 Suzuki GSX-R750 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Suzuki GSX-R750?
The 2012 Suzuki GSX-R750 has a Torque of 86.3 Nm (8.8 kgf-m or 63.7 ft.lbs) @ 11200 RPM.
How much does the Suzuki GSX-R750 weigh?
The 2012 Suzuki GSX-R750 has a Dry weight of 165.0 kg (363.8 pounds).
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