SUZUKI GSX-650F ABS (2009-2010) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 2010, Suzuki released the GSX-650F ABS, a motorcycle best suited for those riders who liked the sporty attitude and grit of the 600cc Gixxer but didn't want a fully-fledged sports bike.

The 650F ABS bike was the civilian version of the GSX-R600, which boasted many features inspired by the track machine but put together in a package that was significantly more comfortable for longer hauls and more suitable for daily city slicing.

The bodywork and windscreen were designed for increased weather protection, while the engine received a tune for better response in the lower rpm scale. Designed to mix performance and comfort, the 2010 Suzuki GSX-650F ABS was Suzuki's best compromise between the two models.

The bike was assembled on a double cradle steel frame that provided excellent balance, crisp handling, and a great amount of comfort with an overall sporty feel. Dressed in a stylish full fairing with lines taken from the GSX-R series for a sportier look, the bike offered full fairing protection for the rider, a comfortable riding position with a wide one-piece seat, and a compact fuel tank designed for an easy reach to the handlebar that was rubber mounted for fewer vibrations.

The compact engine featured Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve (SDTV) fuel injection with four-hole compact and lightweight fuel injectors that provided smooth acceleration and an output increase. With a 656cc displacement, the four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled powerplant delivered an output power of 86 hp at 10,500 rpm and 61 Nm (4 lb-ft) of torque available at 10,500 rpm.

When the power was combined with a six-speed manual transmission and a wet weight of 245 kg (541 lbs), the result was a top speed of 211 kph (131 mph).