Suzuki GSX-R600 motorcycle 2018 review

Today we are going to start series of reviews of the various bikes models, presented now at dealers shops - to help you choose the one that will suit you best. And we will start from one of Suzuki's models - Suzuki GSX-R600. Let's take a look what this motorbike is and does it worth buying in year 2018.

The model of the Suzuki GSX-R600 sports bike appeared in 1992 and is being manufactured to this day. The main reason for the appearance of the Suzuki GSX-R600 was the need for a 600-cc Supersport class bike in Suzuki's line of motorcycles. The first versions had the same characteristics as the Suzuki GSX-R750 except for the engine, whose volume was reduced to 599 cc. Subsequently, the Suzuki GSX-R600 became one of Suzuki's flagship motorcycles, under which the main components and units were developed separately. Today, the Suzuki GSX-R600 is a high-tech modern sports bike that meets the most stringent requirements for this class of vehicles.

Modern Suzuki GSX-R600's main features are: four-cylinder in-line liquid-cooled engine, delivering 126 hp. and 67 Nm of torque; sports, fully adjustable suspension; engine traction control system, slip clutch, aluminum frame and powerful 4-piston radial Brembo brakes.

The main competitors of Suzuki GSX-R600 in the class:

Honda CBR600RR

Kawasaki ZX-6R

Yamaha R6

Brief model history

1992 - the beginning of Suzuki GSX-R600 motorcycle production. Based on the engine from the Suzuki GSX-R750. During this period, the motorcycle produces a power of 98 hp.

1997 - the first major model update. The motorcycle receives a new engine, a modified plastic design and the Suzuki Ram Air Direct (SRAD) inertial boost system. Engine power is increased to 114 hp, and the curb weight is reduced by 35 kg.

2001 - the second major model change. The GSX-R600 motorcycle gets a new look, an injector, a modified engine and becomes 8 kg lighter. Engine power is increased to 123 hp.

2004 - the third major model update. The motorcycle undergoes another restyling, receives a fully adjustable inverted fork, radial brakes and a new rear suspension. In addition, the Suzuki GSX-R600 was equipped with a 32-bit control unit and titanium valves. The engine settings and the compression ratio are changed. The maximum power is 119 hp.

2006 - the next motorcycle update. The Suzuki GSX-R600 gets a completely new engine, slipping clutch, a new design of the exhaust system.

2008 - the motorcycle is equipped with the engine thrust control system - Suzuki Drive Mode Selector and a new subframe. The design of plastic and fuel tank have changed.

2011 - the motorcycle gets 4 kg lighter, gets a new front Showa fork and front sports calipers Brembo. The design of the dashboard has changed.

Technical characteristics of the Suzuki GSX-R600 since 2016

Motorcycle Type Sports

Engine type 4-cylinder, 4-stroke, inline

The working volume is 599 cu. cm.

Cooling Liquid

The cylinder diameter / stroke of the piston is 67 mm x 42.5 mm

Compression ratio 12.9: 1

Number of valves per cylinder DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder

Fuel injector system dual injector system

Ignition type digital

The maximum power is 126 hp. at 13500 rpm

The torque is 67 Nm at 11500 rpm

Gearbox 6-speed

Type of drive chain

Aluminum diagonal frame

The size of the front tire is 120/70 ZR17 58W

Rear tire size 180/55 ZR17 73W

Front brakes two discs, radial, with 4-piston caliper, 310 mm

Rear brakes single disc with 1-piston caliper, 220 mm

Front suspension telescopic fork inverted, all adjustments, stroke - 120 mm

Rear suspension mono-shock absorber with progression, all adjustments, stroke - 130 mm

Acceleration from 0-100 km / h 3.3 seconds

The maximum speed is 289 km / h

Seat height 810 mm

Wheelbase 1385 mm

Fuel tank capacity 17 l

Weight of motorcycle (curb weight) 188 kg

Fuel consumption

The average fuel consumption for the Suzuki GSX-R600 with quiet driving is approximately 6.7 liters per 100 kilometers. With aggressive driving style, the average fuel consumption can be 12 liters.

But all this is just common info, what about real feeling when you are taking the ride on GSX-R600?

Test ride

Motorbike runs perfectly! Sitting on it is very comofrtable, although I'm not small. On the first day - 200 miles with a few stops to drink just did not notice how it was night already and bike was almost out of fuel.

I decided to try everything that it can show me and started to gain speed. Somewhere up to 9000 rpm. In a few seconds I was moving 230 km/h on it, but I could not continue to accelerate, traffic had started and I had to stop. Brakes - smooth, very good. Wind protection is normal, in the rain it wets feet, shoulders, head and hands. Turns pass clearly as if this is a super exact model match for me - my body continuation!

Summing up - incredible, beautiful in design and work sports motorcycle. A good motorbike for aggressive driving on good roads, I consider it reliable, but I do not recommend it for beginners, I think it will not be very forgiving for mistakes.

Where to buy?

Prices for authorized dealers in UK are mostly the same, for example you may buy GSX-R600 here.

Do you have your own experience with Suzuki GSX R600? Share it with us in the comments!