SUZUKI GSX-R600 (2002-2003) Specs, Performance & Photos

Suzuki GSX-R600 was the 2002 AMA 600cc Supersport Champion, so it was a real racer that brought together racing-grade performance and street-level usability delivered in a package that looked just as good as it felt from behind the handlebars. In 2003, Suzuki released the GSX-R600, a supersport motorcycle that offered a new-generation fuel injection system with a more powerful ECU and improved mapping for fuel efficiency and smooth throttle response.

The bike featured aerodynamic bodywork with a smaller frontal area, compact headlight, taillight, turn signal, and a small lightweight rear section. The lightweight and compact frame featured a design for optimum balance between rigidity and weight. Also, the frame geometry and swingarm length were developed for more forward weight distribution.

The lightweight and compact engine featured Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve (SDTV) system for improved torque and smooth low-mid rpm throttle response, a lightweight stainless steel exhaust system with a bolt-on aluminum muffler, a high-cooling capacity radiator and oil cooler, and three-spoke cast aluminum wheels.

The 2003 Suzuki GSX-R600 bike had its heartbeat set by a 599cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with a power output of 115 hp at 13,000 rpm and 69 Nm (51 lb-ft) of torque with a peak at 10,800 rpm. The bike featured a six-speed manual transmission and a dry weight of 163 kg (359 lbs), which resulted in a top speed of 263 kph (163 mph).