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1999Suzuki Hayabusa

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The 1999 Suzuki GSX 1300 R Hayabusa is a sport touring motorcycle designed for experienced riders seeking extreme performance. Powered by a 1298cc inline-four engine producing 175 horsepower, it became legendary for being the world's fastest production motorcycle. Its aggressive styling, liquid-cooled reliability, and six-speed transmission make it ideal for long-distance high-speed touring.

Capacity: 1298.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 215.0 kg
Seat height: 805 mm
Power: 175.0 HP (128.7 kW)

⇄ Compare with another bike ＋ Add to garage All model years ⚠ Recalls listed (1)

Other years 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering80%

City riding25%

Daily riding20%

Touring10%

Two-up25%

Track75%

Best for: Built for spirited road riding and the occasional track day, trading some comfort for sharper performance and handling.
Built for: A sport bike from Suzuki with a 1298cc engine; its character is strong and confident, with 175 hp on tap.
Not ideal for: Not for riders who want touring comfort, a passenger-friendly seat or off-road ability.

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

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At 805mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 1999 Suzuki Hayabusa, 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: 1298.0 ccm
Power: 175.0 HP (128.7 kW)
Torque: 140.0 Nm (14.3 kgf-m)
Engine type: In-line four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.8140 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 81.0 x 63.0 mm
Compression: 11.0:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

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

Performance

Top speed: 308.0 km/h (191.4 mph)
0-60 mph: 2.47 seconds
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 2.70 seconds

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1485 mm
Overall length: 2140 mm
Overall width: 740 mm
Overall height: 1155 mm
Seat height: 805 mm
Dry weight: 215.0 kg
Wet weight: 248.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 22.00 litres
Ground clearance: 120 mm

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Rigid twin-spar aluminum frame minimizes weight while maintaining high torsional strength
Front suspension: Inverted telescopic, coil spring, fully adjustable spring preload, 14-way adjustable rebound damping and 13-way adjustable compression damping
Rear suspension: Link-type, gas/oil damped, fully adjustable spring preload, 22-way adjustable compression and rebound damping
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 140 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Dual disc
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 240 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 190/50-ZR17

Specs last verified against published sources: October 2026.

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	1999	2008	2014	2021	2027
Capacity	1298 cc	1340 cc	1340 cc	1340 cc	1340 cc
Dry weight	215 kg	220 kg	—	—	—
Seat height	805 mm	805 mm	805 mm	800 mm	800 mm
Fuel capacity	22 L	21 L	20.8 L	21 L	—

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

Safety Recalls

⚠ 1 recall may apply

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINEOct 1999 · 99V270000

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYCLES. THE SPRING IN THE CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER CAN BREAK ALLOWING THE CAM CHAIN TO JUMP TO THE WRONG POSITION ON THE CAM SHAFT SPROCKETS. IF THE CHAIN JUMPS TO THE WRONG POSITION, SEVERE ENGINE DAMAGE COULD OCCUR CAUSING SUDDEN ENGINE FAILURE.

Risk: SUDDEN ENGINE FAILURE COULD CAUSE THE REAR WHEEL TO LOCKUP, DISTURBING THE RIDER'S ABILITY TO CONTROL THE MOTORCYCLE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ORIGINAL CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER WITH A REVISED CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER.

These recalls cover some 1999 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA or ask a dealer.

Source: NHTSA. View all Suzuki recalls →