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SUZUKI GSX-F Models/Series Timeline, Specifications & Photos

Generations: 21
First production year: 1987
SUZUKI GSX-650F photo gallery

The 2008 Suzuki GSX650F is a great all-round sporting motorcycle, featuring exciting style, with a sporty full fairing and all-day comfort. Built using advanced technology developed on the racetrack, including Suzuki's efficient Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve (SDTV) digital fuel injection system. Delivering smooth power, and fuel efficiency. This motorbike has won the first place at the 2008 Machine Of The Year.

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SUZUKI GSX-650F photo gallery

This exciting sportsbike offers crisp handling, so you can turn any winding road into a ride to remember. Its liquid-cooled four-cylinder engine is tuned for strong low-end and midrange power, for smooth and easy riding around town.

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SUZUKI GSX-750F Katana photo gallery

In 2007, Suzuki launched the GSX-750F Katana, a sports motorcycle that proved its longevity through strong demand in the market.

The machine was almost unchanged from the previous iteration, which meant the bike was still powered by an air/oil-cooled engine, carbureted fuel delivery, and still offered solid street ability. The similarities with the Gixxer series were overshadowed by the resemblance of the bike with the Hayabusa model.

The bike featured fluid rounded shapes, with a lower part of the fairing finished in a different color for an eye-pleasing two-tone livery, and the oval white-lens front turn signals were more eloquent than anything.

The bike’s chassis consisted of a double cradle steel pipe frame which featured a 41 mm three-way adjustable telescopic fork on the front. On the rear, it packed a link-type suspension with a fully adjustable spring pre-load and damping force and a four-way adjustable rebound.

The braking power was achieved by a couple of two-piston calipers with two 290 mm discs mounted on the front wheel and a two-piston caliper that squeezed a single 250 mm disc mounted on the rear wheel.

In the power department, the 2007 Suzuki GSX-750F Katana took its thrust from a 748cc four-stroke four-cylinder air/oil-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 92 hp at 10,500 rpm and 66 Nm (48 lb-ft) of torque at 8,500 rpm.

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SUZUKI GSX-600F Katana photo gallery

Even though it was no longer sold in all the markets where it used to, the GSX-600F Katana has lived enough to see its 2007 model year. The bike retained the features which made it popular, with the resemblance to the sporty 600cc Gixxer, which was likely the most important factor.

The design cues remained the same, with minor updates that made the bike stand in line with its modern counterparts, such as the iconic dual-oval headlights and the matching side vents were still the unmistakable trademark of the GSX-600F Katana.

The bike still packed the reliable air/oil-cooled engine with the valve timing tuned for a strong low-mid rpm range and the Mikuni carburetors still in place. The attractive stainless steel four-in-one exhaust system tuned for enhanced low and mid-range performance featured a catalyzer just for the Californian model for lower emissions.

Jumping into the power department, the 2007 Suzuki GSX-600F Katana was powered by a 599cc four-stroke four-cylinder air/oil-cooled engine, with a power output of 86 hp at 11,000 rpm and 60 Nm (44 lb-ft) of torque available at 7,950 rpm. The power, combined with a six-speed manual transmission and a weight of 219 kg (483 lbs), pushed to a top speed of 207 kph (129 mph).

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SUZUKI GSX-600F Katana photo gallery

In 2006, the Japanese manufacturer released the GSX-600F Katana, a sports motorcycle identical to its 750cc sister, differentiated by the 600 stickers found on the tail section. The smaller of the two Katana bikes retained the same sporty, street-ready attire, with fluid flowing shapes and eye-pleasing liveries, which blended in both track-inspired themes and road-focused head-turning factor.

Like the 750cc Katana, the 2006 Suzuki GSX-600F Katana received new turn signals with yellow bulbs and clean lenses for a more modern look while remaining powered by a carbureted air/oil-cooled engine with plenty of agility left for the urban jungle and was more than capable at providing thrills around each bend of a countryside road.

The bodywork featured an aerodynamic fairing in a compact design with a comfortable and sporting position, topped by an attractive sporty look with twin headlights. It also featured a large-capacity fuel tank, an aluminum passenger grab bar, teardrop-shaped rear-view mirrors, and an adjustable front brake lever.

The 2006 Suzuki GSX-600F Katana took its thrust from a 599cc four-stroke four-cylinder air/oil-cooled engine that developed an output power of 86 hp at 11,000 rpm and 60 Nm (44 lb-ft) of torque at 7,950 rpm. Combined with a six-speed manual transmission and a dry weight of 200 kg (441 lbs), the bike reached a top speed of 207 kph (106 mph).

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SUZUKI GSX-750F Katana photo gallery

In 2006, Suzuki launched the GSX-750F Katana, a sports motorcycle, which at the time of its release was no longer sold in all the markets it used to, but the bike was still getting niftier.

The 2006 model year introduced voluptuous shapes that sort of harked back to the Hayabusa, but the overall character of the middleweight classic sport remained unmistakable. Still, the big Katana shared some of Busa's upgrades in the form of clear lens turn signals with yellow bulbs.

Even the lower part of the belly pan was in a different color, which evoked some of the older Hayabusa liveries. Anyway, the Katana retained the unmistakable one-piece two-bulb headlight, the rounded airports in the side panels, and the one-piece two-up seat while continuing to provide class-leading comfort and road handling.

The chassis consisted of a double cradle steel pipe frame dressed in an aerodynamic bodywork with fairings designed for reduced drag force. On the front end of the lightweight frame was a 41 mm three-way adjustable telescopic fork and, on the rear, a link-type with a fully adjustable compression damper and four-way adjustable rebound damping force that acted as a suspension.

The 2006 Suzuki GSX-750F Katana had its heartbeat set by a 748cc four-stroke four-cylinder air/oil-cooled engine with an output power of 92 hp at 10,500 rpm and 66 Nm (48 lb-ft) of maximum torque available at 8,500 rpm. Combined with a six-speed manual transmission and a dry weight of 211 kg (465 lbs), the bike reached a top speed of 230 kph (143 mph).

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SUZUKI GSX-750F Katana photo gallery

In 2005, the Japanese manufacturer launched the Suzuki GSX-750F Katana, a street motorcycle derived from the GSX-R750 model, and upgraded with a smart feature that interrupted the headlight at the start of the engine to reduce the load on the battery.

The 750cc engine was tweaked for better performance in the low-mid-range power output with much of the Gixxer nerve retained, with the power delivered in a more predictable, manageable manner suited for everyday riding.

A pure sports motorcycle, the GSX-750F Katana offered all-day rideability in a more comfortable position, excellent city capabilities, and multiple top-drawer technologies derived from the track-focused machines.

The bike featured a double cradle steel frame wrapped in a compact designed aerodynamic bodywork with great wind efficiency and a tall enough windscreen that offered good protection against elements.

For suspension, the model packed a 41 mm three-way adjustable telescopic fork on the front and a link-type assembly with fully adjustable compression and four-way adjustable rebound damping force.

As for the power, the 2005 Suzuki GSX-750F Katana took its thrust from a 748cc four-stroke-four-cylinder air/oil-cooled engine that produced a power output of 92 hp at 10,500 rpm and 66 Nm (48 lb-ft) of torque available at 8,500 rpm. Combined with a six-speed manual transmission and a dry weight of 211 kg (465 lbs), the result was a top speed of 230 kph (143 mph).

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SUZUKI GSX-600F Katana photo gallery

In 2005, Suzuki launched the GSX-600F Katana, which marked the final chapter in a beautiful and successful story. Suzuki decided to pull the plug on the Katana, as a new generation of sporty all-rounders was on the way.

Still, the 2005 GSX-600F Katana was one of the elite machines in its segment, thanks to its exceedingly friendly character, good ergonomics, and premium agility for city slicing.

The GSX600F Katana had also replaced the full brand name badge on the tank with the modern Suzuki “S” emblem. The 599cc engine was still good for a moderate power delivery, which made the bike a fun machine even for seasoned riders.

The double-cradle steel pipe frame featured an aerodynamic bodywork designed for reduced drag force and turbulence, with suspension composed of a 41 mm conventional fully adjustable telescopic fork on the front and swingarm with progressive linkage on the rear.

For stopping power, the 2005 Suzuki GSX-600F Katana packed a couple of two-piston calipers with two 290 mm discs on the front wheel and a single 240 mm disc with a two-piston caliper on the rear wheel.

In the power department, the bike had its heartbeat set by a 599cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine that delivered a power output of 86 hp at 11,000 rpm and 60 Nm (44 lb-ft) of torque at 7,950 rpm.

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SUZUKI GSX600F Katana photo gallery

The 2004 MY GSX600F Katana is the final chapter in a beautiful and successful story. Suzuki decided to call it quits, as a new generation of sporty all-rounders was coming. Still, the 2004 MY GSX600F Katana is one of the elite machines in its segment, thanks to the exceedingly friendly character, very good ergonomics and premium agility for city slicing.

The GSX600F Katana has also replaced the full brand name badge on the tank with the modern Suzuki S emblem, but its 599cc in-line four is still good for 78 hp and 54 Nm, making this bike a really fun machine even for seasoned riders. And with its excellent two-up rideability, it only needs a luggage system and an open road.

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SUZUKI GSX-750F Katana photo gallery

In 2004, Suzuki launched the GSX-750F Katana, a street motorcycle that started its life back in 1981. In the eyes of an experienced rider and well accommodated with the GSX-750F Katana model, it was easy to observe which bike was manufactured after 2004 because the newly released model was the first that featured a single "S" emblem instead of the whole written Suzuki logo.

The 2004 bike retained its huge popularity as a more street-able version of the sports-focused GSX-R750, which still offered better ergonomics that favored day-long rides, and with some optional luggage system, the bike was ready for long hauls.

The model featured a tall enough windscreen that provided good protection against the elements, while the one-piece saddle with the aluminum grab bar offered great capabilities for two-up rides.

The frame was made of double cradle steel pipes dressed in aerodynamic bodywork with a compact design that offered great wind efficiency. At the front end of the frame, a 41 mm three-way adjustable telescopic fork paired with a link-type adjustable assembly on the rear handled the bike's suspension.

Opening the door in the power department, there was a 748cc four-stroke four-cylinder air/oil-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 92 hp at 10,500 rpm and 66 Nm (48 lb-ft) of torque at 8,500 rpm. Paired with a six-speed manual transmission and with a dry weight of 211 kg (465 lbs), the 2004 Suzuki GSX-750F Katana registered a top speed of 230 kph (143 mph).

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SUZUKI GSX-600F Katana photo gallery

The Suzuki Katana was a street motorcycle designed from 1979-1980 by Target Design and sold from 1981 to 2006 but also from 2019. Along with Targe Design, a three-man team led by the ex-chief designer that modernized the image of BMW, began work updating the Suzuki range of motorcycles.

In 1981, when the first 16-valve Katana made its way into the world, was slightly different from the prototype with changes that included a small wind deflector screen, paired mufflers, and black paint on the front fender as well on the airbox covers.

Over the years, in 2003, Suzuki launched the GSX-600F Katana, a sporty motorcycle that was suited for daily basis ridings and even fitted for longer trips due to its upright seating position.

Like its 750cc-class sibling, the 2003 GSX-600F Katana received a redesigned rear section for improved aesthetics. A new taillight and a revised cowl were installed on the bike and retained the aluminum passenger grab bar.

In the power department, the Katana took its thrust from a 599cc four-stroke four-cylinder air/oil-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 86 hp at 11,000 rpm and 60 Nm (44 lb-ft) of torque available at 7,950 rpm. The power combined with a six-speed manual transmission and a dry weight of 200 kg (441 lbs), resulted in a top speed of 207 kph (129 mph).

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SUZUKI GSX-750F Katana photo gallery

The GSX-750F Katana was a street motorcycle that mixed performance and value in a package that was both manageable and rewarding. The model was suited for weekday commuting due to its great comfort while it retained enough of its sporty nature for canyon fun and more aggressive riding.

The GSX-750F took everything further than the 600cc Katana with a bulletproof, high-performance engine that produced more horsepower, with just the right amount of sophistication that made it a fun bike to ride and easy to maintain.

Still, the Katana was also good for longer hauls with its optional equipment and accessory such as the luggage system, and due to its fairing and windscreen that offered good protection against the elements.

In 2003, Suzuki released a new model of the GSX-750F Katana, a real sport Suzuki motorcycle in a street, all-rounder trim, that introduced a redesigned tail section, with a new taillight and cowl for better looks.

The model rolled on three-spoke hollow aluminum wheels shod with Z-rated radial tires and equipped with two 290 mm floating discs paired to a couple of two-piston calipers on the front and a single 240 mm disc squeezed by a two-piston caliper on the rear.

The power figures of the 2003 GSX-750F Katana were given by a 748cc four-cylinder DOHC engine that delivered an output power of 92 hp at 10,500 rpm and 66 Nm (48 lb-ft) of torque with a peak at 8,500 rpm. The bike reached a top speed of 230 kph (143 mph) due to its engine power combined with a six-speed manual transmission and a dry weight of 211 kg (465 lbs).

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SUZUKI GSX-600F Katana photo gallery

In 2002, Suzuki released the GSX-600F Katana, a street motorcycle and a smaller brother to the GSX-750F, which shared the same excellent bang-for-the-buck factor.

Fun and non-intimidating, the GSX-600F Katana offered plenty of thrill and was a super sport-sized bike with excellent street ability. The model was also suited for commuting, weekend getaways, and even longer trips, as its ergonomics was top-notch, tweaked for both comfort and extended useability.

Many factors were retained from its bigger brother, such as maneuverability, looks, and aerodynamic bodywork in a compact design. The smaller Katana packed less horsepower than its brother but was more than enough for fast highway hauls, aggressive city slicing or carving the twisties, solo or two-up.

The 2002 Suzuki GSX-600F Katana took its thrust from the 599cc four-stroke four-cylinder air/oil-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 86 hp at 11,000 rpm and 60 Nm (44 lb-ft) of torque available at 7,950 rpm. Attached to the engine, there was a six-speed manual transmission that helped the bike reach a top speed of 207 kph (129 mph).

For suspension, the model packed a 41 mm conventional telescopic fork on the front and a swingarm with progressive linkage on the rear while the braking power was handled by a couple of two-piston calipers with two 290 mm discs on the front and a single 240 mm disc squeezed by a two-piston caliper on the rear.

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SUZUKI GSX-750F Katana photo gallery

In 2002, Suzuki launched the GSX-750F Katana, a street motorcycle that was a true, no-frills sport bike with excellent all-rounder capabilities. The model was suited for weekday commuting as it packed great comfort while retaining enough of its sporty nature for canyon fun and more aggressive riding.

Still, the big Katana was also a great choice for longer hauls with its optional equipment and accessory such as the luggage system and its fairing and windscreen that offered good protection against the elements.

Not exactly a lightweight bike, the 2002 Suzuki GSX-750F Katana was, however, a nice ride as its air/oil-cooled in-line four-cylinder engine produced enough hp. With added light aluminum wheels and powerful triple-disc brakes for a precise feel around the bends, the model was classified as an affordable bike that offered plenty of bang for the buck.

The chassis was dressed in a compact and aerodynamic fairing that offered a comfortable, sporting ride position and featured an attractive sporting look with its twin headlights mounted on the front cowl. It also packed a large capacity fuel tank, aluminum passenger grab bar, and teardrop-shaped rearview mirrors.

In the power department, the bike featured a 748cc four-stroke DOHC engine that delivered an output power of 92 hp at 10,500 rpm and 66 Nm (48 lb-ft) of torque at 8,500 rpm. With the rear wheel spun by a six-speed manual transmission and a dry weight of 211 kg (465 lbs), the bike reached a top speed of 230 kph (143 mph).

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SUZUKI GSX-600F Katana photo gallery

In 1988, when the Suzuki GSX-600F had its first appearance in the motorcycle world, it got out of the manufacturing line as a sports bike with acceptable performance specs for a performance machine, a full fairing, and a 16-valve engine.

The only thing that set it apart from its competitors was the roundish bodywork, but by 1998, the GSX-600F Katana evolved into a more pedestrian budget sports tourer that also received a makeover for the wheels. For a long time, the Katana was known as a motorcycle that featured the right combination of performance and value with sport-bike responsiveness combined with great comfort that suited every rider for a weekday commute or a weekend ride.

In 2001, Suzuki launched the GSX-600F in two new colors with sports performance and comfort wrapped in a slim, aerodynamic fairing with a sturdy perimeter frame and twin headlights.

Underneath the bodywork was a 599cc four-stroke four-cylinder air/oil-cooled engine with proven performance and durability that delivered an output power of 86 hp at 11,000 rpm and 60 Nm (44 lb-ft) of maximum torque with a peak at 7,950 rpm. With the help of a six-speed manual transmission, the bike reached a top speed of 207 kph (129 mph).

The smooth ride was provided by a 41 mm fully adjustable conventional telescopic fork on the front and a link-type suspension with an adjustable shock absorber on the rear.

The 2001 Suzuki GSX-600F Katana was an acceptable budget tourer with a 20-liter fuel tank that offered a fuel range of almost 320 km (200 miles) and a spacious seat that offered comfort for the rider and passenger.

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SUZUKI GSX-750F Katana photo gallery

In 2001, Suzuki launched the GSX-750F Katana, a street motorcycle that mixed performance and value in a package that was both manageable and rewarding. The bike featured the right amount of sports bike-natured response and enhanced comfort.

The GSX-750F Katana took the game started by the 600cc Katana to another level with a bulletproof, high-performance engine that produced more horsepower, with just the right amount of sophistication that made it both fun and easy to maintain.

The chassis was dressed in an aerodynamic fairing with a compact design that maintained a comfortable, sporting ride position, with twin headlights and an attractive sporting look.

Other features of the bike included the large capacity fuel tank, aluminum passenger grab bar, teardrop-shaped rearview mirrors, an adjustable front brake lever, and a large and easy-to-read instrument cluster with readings such as the speedometer, LCD odometer clock, and fuel gauge.

In the power department, the 750F Katana featured large intake and exhaust valves, digital ignition, and a stainless steel four-into-one exhaust system tuned for low-mid-range power delivery.

The 2001 Suzuki GSX-750F Katana had its heartbeat set by a 748cc four-stroke four-cylinder air/oil-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 92 hp at 10,500 rpm and 66 Nm (48 lb-ft) of torque with a peak at 8,500 rpm. The model featured a six-speed manual transmission that spun the rear wheel to a top speed of 230 kph (143 mph).

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SUZUKI GSX600F Katana photo gallery

The 2000 MY GSX600F Katana is what we'd generally call a "sport bike". It packs plenty of power to effortlessly reach 200 km/h and has enough muscle for passing most other vehicles on the road with no hassle. The riding position was tweaked for more comfort, so the bike can be used as a commuter machine. Still,a dding accessory luggage systems will also transform it into a worthy road-touring bike.

The Katana offers 80 hp and 54 Nm of torque, and a manual 6-speed transmission, for both low-range useability and high-revving exhilaration.

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SUZUKI GSX 600 F photo gallery

The original GSX 600F was launched in 1988 as a sportsbike. At that time, its specification was perfectly acceptable for a performance machine all enclosing bodywork, a 16 valve engine and monoshock rear suspension put it on a par with its peer group. Only the slightly bland styling marked the GSX out from its competitors. By 1998, the GSX 600F had been relegated to a more pedestrian budget sports tourer role.

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SUZUKI GSX 750 F Katana photo gallery

The 1998 Suziki GSX 750 F Katana has, at its heart, an air-cooled, four-stroke, 748cc, transverse four cylinder powerplant paired to a six-speed manual transmission, and can produce a claimed 92 horsepower and 66 Nm of torque. It also comes standard with a dual seat, passenger grab rails, a full-fairing, a small windshield, a chromed exhaust system, lightweight, three-spoke wheels, a telescopic front fork, a link-typ,e fully-adjustable monoshock as a rear suspension, and dual front disc brakes.

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SUZUKI GSX 750 F Katana photo gallery

The 1988 Suzuki GSX 750 F Katana sports an air-cooled, four-stroke, 748cc, single cylinder powerhouse paired to a six-speed manual transmission, and can reach a maximum power output of 90 horsepower and 73 Nm of torque.

In addition, it comes standard with a 41mm, telescopic fork, a link-type, fully-adjustable monoshoc as a rear suspension, a dual seat with passenger grab rails, a full-fairing with a small windscreen, lightweight, three-spoked, wheels, dual front disc brakes, plus a 20-liter fuel tank.

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SUZUKI GSX 600 F photo gallery

The sport touring GSX600F, also known as GSX600F Katana in USA and Canada, was introduced in 1987, at the Paris Bike Show. It was available in blue/white, red/white, black combinations.

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