SUZUKI GSX-1300R Hayabusa (2010-2011) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 2011, Suzuki released the GSX-1300R Hayabusa model, which came with two new liveries such as the Pearl Mirage White with Gold trim and Pearl Nebular Black with Red trim, and introduced even more elegance to the bikes that, over time became one of the iconic super sport-touring machines. No major updates were included in the 2011 model year, which proved that the GSX-1300R Hayabusa was made after a great recipe.

With performance credentials that went through the roof, the Hayabusa suit best the riders that settled for nothing less than the best. The bike packed a combination of massive power, crisp handling, and top-notch aerodynamics, which made it the ultimate sports bike in a class of its own.

The lightweight and rigid twin-spar aluminum frame was designed for minimized weight with the high torsional strength retained and packed a fully adjustable inverted fork on the front with Diamond-Like Coating (DLC) inner tubes that provided outstanding suspension performance over a variety of riding conditions and on the rear, it featured a link-type fully adjustable suspension.

The 1,340cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine featured lightweight aluminum pistons with Suzuki Composite Electrochemical Material (SCEM) plating for improved heat transfer and more durability, lightweight titanium valves, and iridium spark plugs for high combustion efficiency. The 2011 Suzuki GSX-1300R Hayabusa delivered a power output of 196 hp at 9,800 rpm and 154 Nm (114 lb-ft) of torque with a peak at 7,200 rpm. The engine power was sent to the rear wheel through a six-speed manual transmission that pushed the bike to a top speed of 297 kph (184 mph).