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2016Suzuki GSX-R1000 Moto GP

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The 2016 Suzuki GSX-R1000 Moto GP is a special edition of Suzuki's superbike in MotoGP-inspired colours. Its liquid-cooled 999cc inline four makes 185 hp at 11,500 rpm and 117 Nm through a six-speed gearbox. An 810 mm seat, 203 kg wet weight and 19-litre tank suit fast road and track riding.

Capacity
999.0 ccm
Engine
In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox
6-speed
Wet weight
203.0 kg
Seat height
810 mm
Power
185.0 HP (135.0 kW) @ 11500 RPM
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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 95Agility 92Comfort 30Off-road 5Touring 20Road manners 82
Off-road & trail5%
Cornering95%
City riding30%
Daily riding25%
Touring20%
Two-up15%
Track97%
Best for
Built primarily for track days and high-performance sport riding, with the Yoshimura exhaust and race-oriented setup reinforcing its circuit-bred character.
Built for
It rewards a precise, disciplined riding style, delivering explosive top-end power and razor-sharp handling for riders who crave apex-carving performance over relaxed cruising.
Not ideal for
This bike is not suited to new riders, commuters seeking comfort, or anyone planning long-distance touring or two-up passenger travel.

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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At 810mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2016 Suzuki GSX-R1000 Moto GP, 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
185.0 HP (135.0 kW) @ 11500 RPM
Torque
117.0 Nm (11.9 kgf-m) @ 10000 RPM
Engine type
In-line four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.9113 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke
74.5 x 57.3 mm
Compression
12.9:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Injection
Starting
Electric
Ignition
Electronic
Valves per cylinder
4
Lubrication system
Wet sump with oil cooler
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
Slipper clutch
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1485 mm
Overall length
2045 mm
Overall width
705 mm
Overall height
1133 mm
Seat height
810 mm
Wet weight
203.0 kg
Fuel capacity
19.00 litres
Ground clearance
130 mm
Dry weight
Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Twin-spar frame made of five cast sections
Front suspension
Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear suspension
Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Front wheel travel
120 mm
Rear wheel travel
130 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Double disc. Brembo, Monoblock Radial Mount Calipers
Front brakes diameter
310 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc. Bremo, Monoblock Radial Mount Calipers
Rear brakes diameter
220 mm
Front tyre
120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre
190/50-ZR17
Other
Color options
Blue
Warranty
12

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What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 201520162017
Capacity 999 cc 999 cc 999 cc
Seat height 810 mm 810 mm 810 mm
Fuel capacity 19 L 19 L 17.5 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Suzuki GSX-R1000 Moto GP?

The 2016 Suzuki GSX-R1000 Moto GP has a Capacity of 999.0 ccm (60.96 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Suzuki GSX-R1000 Moto GP have?

The 2016 Suzuki GSX-R1000 Moto GP has a Power of 185.0 HP (135.0 kW) @ 11500 RPM.

How many gears does the Suzuki GSX-R1000 Moto GP have?

The 2016 Suzuki GSX-R1000 Moto GP has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

What is the torque of the Suzuki GSX-R1000 Moto GP?

The 2016 Suzuki GSX-R1000 Moto GP has a Torque of 117.0 Nm (11.9 kgf-m or 86.3 ft.lbs) @ 10000 RPM.

How much does the Suzuki GSX-R1000 Moto GP weigh?

The 2016 Suzuki GSX-R1000 Moto GP has a Wet weight of 203.0 kg (447.5 pounds).

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