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The 2021 Suzuki GSX-R600 Is A Track Day Monster
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The 600cc class of motorcycles will always have extreme popularity due to it being a middle ground for beginners and experts to meet when deciding on which motorcycle they should be buying for the racetrack. The Japanese-made GSX-R600 is the smallest bike in the GSX-R 2021 lineup, but that doesn’t make it underpowered or incapable. The answer is actually quite the opposite.
The GSX-R600 can be tamed with its 104 horsepower (44 lb-ft of torque), 599cc, liquid-cooled, inline-four engine featuring a six-speed constant mesh transmission; although the bike is no slouch and is still designed for speed in mind. The engine’s top end is located between the frame’s spars, allowing for improved cylinder charging, ultimately leading to more power. The Suzuki Drive Mode Selector gives the rider full adjustment of the motorcycle’s engine delivery so you can have the perfect power necessary whether you’re on the race track or commuting to work in the rain.
With this year heralding Suzuki Motorcycle’s 60th year in racing – unlike their 2020 versions – the new lineup of 100th anniversary edition GSX-R’s feature a colour option that can be found on both their current MotoGP motorcycles, as well as bikes of the past racers in the 1960s taking the brand full circle.
The 2021 Suzuki GSX-R600 100th Anniversary Edition starts at $11,599 USD / 15,235.52 CAD
On this page: we’ve curated specs, features, news, photos/videos, etc. so you can read up on the new 2021 Suzuki GSX-R600 in one place.
Motorcycle Overview
General Info
- Price: $11,599 USD / 15,235.52 CAD
- Key Features:
- Standard ABS
- Air and oil cooled 648cc parallel-twin
Main Specs
- Engine: 599cc inline-four
- Power: 104 HP
- Torque: 44 lbs-ft at the crank
- Wet Weight: 412 (186.8 kg)
- Seat Height: 31.9 inches (810.26 mm) at lowest point
Competitors
2021 Suzuki GSX-R600 Specifications
Engine | |
| Engine | 599cc, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, 4-cylinder, DOHC |
| Bore x Stroke | 67.0 mm x 42.5 mm (2.638 in. x 1.673 in.) |
| Compression Ratio | 12.9:1 |
| Fuel System | Fuel injection with SDTV |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Wet sump |
Drivetrain | |
| Clutch | Wet, multi-plate type |
| Transmission | 6-speed constant mesh |
| Final Drive | Chain, RK525SMOZ8, 114 links |
Chassis | |
| Suspension Front | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
| Suspension Rear | Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped |
| Brakes Front | Brembo, 4-piston, twin disc |
| Brakes Rear | Nissin, 1-piston, single disc |
| Tires Front | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless |
| Tires Rear | 190/50ZR17M/C (73W), tubeless |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 17.0 L (4.5 US gal.) / 16.0 L (4.2 US gal.) CA model |
| Color | Metallic Triton Blue / Metallic Mystic Silver |
Electrical | |
| Ignition | Electronic ignition (transistorized) |
| Spark Plugs | NGK CR9EIA-9 or DENSO IU27D |
| Headlight | 12V 65W (H9 high-beam) and 12V 55W (H7 low-beam) |
| Tail Light | LED |
Dimensions | |
| Overall Length | 2030 mm (79.9 in.) |
| Overall Width | 710 mm (28.0 in.) |
| Overall Width | 1135 mm (44.7 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 1385 mm (54.5 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 130 mm (5.1 in.) |
| Seat Height | 810 mm (31.9 in.) |
| Curb Weight | 187 kg (412 lb.) |
Warranty | |
| Warranty | 12 month unlimited mileage limited warranty |
| Extension | Longer coverage periods with other benefits available through Suzuki Extended Protection (SEP). |
2021 Suzuki GSX-R600 Features
Key Features
Iconic GSX-R styling provides sharp looks and a slippery shape that feature a metallic blue and silver paint scheme that celebrates Suzuki’s 100th anniversary. This anniversary scheme includes graphics that honors Suzuki’s long standing commitment for racing.
The GSX-R600’s compact, fuel-injected, 599cc, four-cylinder engine delivers a rush of power from idle to redline. Located between the frame’s spars, the engine’s top end is canted forward to improve cylinder head charging for increased power output.
The Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (S-DMS) lets the rider adjust the engine’s power delivery to suit the riding conditions.
The twin-spar aluminum frame effectively connects the steering head with the swingarm pivot portion of the chassis in a way that balances light weight and strength. The engine is suspended below the frame to keep mass low and the wheelbase short to promote nimble handling.
The Showa Big Piston Front Fork (BPF) and remote reservoir rear shock absorber are fully adjustable to deliver exceptional handling.
Twin Brembo Monobloc, radially mounted front brake calipers grasp fully floating stainless steel brake rotors to deliver strong stopping power.
Engine Features
A compact 599cc, four-cylinder engine with a race-proven over-square bore/stroke ratio produces remarkably strong high rpm power delivery.
The energy-efficient engine employs forged pistons, shot-peened connecting rods, chrome-nitride-coated upper compression and oil control rings, and pentagonal ventilation holes to reduce frictional and mechanical losses.
Camshafts with aggressive valve-lift profiles were developed using proven MotoGP racing engine technology – the first time this method has been applied to a production Suzuki.
Lightweight titanium alloy valves are controlled by single-coil valve springs to reduce valve train mass, reducing mechanical losses at high rpm.
Lightweight and durable forged pistons were designed using the same Finite Element Method (FEM) and fatigue analysis technology used for MotoGP racing engines.
Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve (SDTV) fuel injection uses eight fine-spray eight-hole injectors for improved fuel atomization, which contributes to more complete combustion.
An Engine Control Module (ECM) provides state-of-the-art engine management and has enhanced settings to suit the intake and exhaust systems, resulting in better fuel economy and linear throttle response.
Advanced, MotoGP-developed transistorized ignition control programming helps maintain more precise spark timing across the range of engine speed and temperature.
Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (S-DMS) offers push-button selection of two racing-developed engine control maps to suit road or track conditions and personal tastes.
Four-into-one stainless steel exhaust system with a titanium muffler is fitted with a Suzuki Exhaust Tuning (SET) valve that maximizes torque and improves throttle response, especially in the low- to mid-rpm range.
The close-ratio six-speed transmission features a taller first-gear ratio and shorter ratios for second, third, fourth, and sixth gears, making it easier for a racer to get a good start while improving straight-line acceleration and drive out of corners.
Race-proven back-torque-limiting clutch contributes to smoother downshifting and corner entry.
Chassis Features
Lightweight and compact twin-spar aluminum alloy frame is constructed of five cast sections to produce a balance of light weight and strength.
The frame is mated with a cast aluminum swingarm and multi-piece rear sub-frame that’s ready for racetrack use.
Race-developed, lightweight Showa Big Piston Front Fork (BPF) delivers superb feedback and consistent performance.
Single Showa rear shock absorber features externally adjustable rebound and compression damping, along with adjustable ride height.
Electronically controlled steering damper provides lighter steering at slower speeds and more damping force at racetrack and highway speeds.
Front brakes with fully floating 310mm discs are grasped by radial-mount, four-piston Brembo Monobloc calipers.
Three-spoke cast aluminum alloy wheels are shod with lightweight, high-grip front and rear tires for sharp handling.
Three-way adjustable foot pegs, adjustable shift lever and short fuel tank help compose a comfortable riding position that permits the rider movement required for performance riding.
Compact, lightweight instrument cluster with a built-in lap timer/stopwatch and programmable engine rpm indicators alert the rider to certain shift points.
Trim, simple, and lightweight bodywork creates an exciting, aerodynamic style that truly works well at speed.
Distinctive multi-reflector headlight with vertically stacked high- and low-beam halogen bulbs is centered between position lights on each side.
Bright, durable LED tail light, with clear lens.
The front turn signals are integrated into the rearview mirrors while the rear tail section houses the rear signals.
The lightweight instruments also include an analog tachometer and LCD readouts that show speed, odometer, dual trip meter, reserve trip meter, clock, coolant temperature/oil pressure indicator, S-DMS, and gear position indicators.
Attention to rider comfort and confidence includes a carefully shaped seat with a high-grip cover.
Additional Features
Stylized Suzuki logos and emblems on the fuel tank and the fork upper bracket denotes the quality, sophistication, and performance legacy of the brand.
Optional single seat cowl can replace the passenger seat for an even more aggressive look or for use on solo rides or track days.
A variety of Genuine Suzuki Accessories for GSX-R owners are available, including a large selection of Suzuki logo apparel.
12-month limited warranty. Longer coverage periods with other benefits available through Suzuki Extended Protection (SEP).
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