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New black-painted frame, swingarm, and wheels
for more sport appearance
Increased engine performance with higher
11.6:1 compression ratio, 20% less crank
inertia, larger 54mm throttle bodies,
shorter airbox inlet tube, revised cam
timing and two air pressure sensors
per cylinder for more precise fuel injection
volume control
California model equipped
with catalyst in exhaust to reduce emissions
Headlight switches off
during startup to reduce load on battery
Liquid-cooled, 996cc
90 degree V-twin, DOHC 8-valve engine
- tuned for exceptional low-to-mid rpm
throttle response and torque
Electronic fuel injection system features
the Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve System
(SDTV) - maintains optimum air velocity
in the intake tract for smooth low-to-mid
rpm throttle response and high torque
output - includes Auto Fast Idle System
(AFIS)
32-bit ECM with 22-trigger
pole rpm sensor, provides more precise
control of ignition timing and injector
operation for each cylinder
Large, 54mm throttle
bodies fed by a 9.0 liter airbox with
a flat-panel air filter for easy maintenance
Pulsed-air injection
system (PAIR) helps reduce emissions
Semi-gear driven valve
system simplifies maintenance and minimizes
cam sprocket size and engine height
for optimum engine placement
Lightweight shim-under-bucket
valve system operates 36 mm intake and
33mm exhaust valves set at a narrow
29 degree included valve angle - produces
a compact combustion chamber and 11.6:1
compression ratio
SCEM (Suzuki Composite
Electro-chemical Material) plated cylinders
minimize cylinder size and improve heat
dissipation
Six-speed transmission
features a wide diameter, hydraulically-operated
clutch with back-torque limiter system
- clutch cover includes a large-volume
crankcase breather system
High efficiency liquid-cooling
system for optimum engine operation
temperature - includes compact oil cooler
Lightweight magnesium
valve covers, ignition cover, and sound
deadening plastic outer clutch cover
Attractive stainless
steel exhaust system with aluminum mufflers
tuned to enhance the engine's power characteristics
and torque output Sleek half-fairing features
dual 60/55W headlights with running lights
and folding mirrors
Compact instrument cluster includes
analog tach, LCD speedometer, odometer/tripmeters,
and temperature gauge, plus LCD clock
and low fuel warning light
Steeply-angled tail
section houses unique vertically-styled,
high visibility LED taillight and compact
rear fender
Narrow, lightweight
aluminum truss-style frame constructed
with high-vacuum die-cast process for
more consistent strength and fewer individual
welded sections
Low seat height and
subframe position provide a comfortable
seating position for both rider and
passenger
Cast aluminum handlebars
connect to a fully adjustable 46 mm,
cartridge-style front fork with 4.72
inches of wheel travel for sport performance
and a comfortable ride
Aluminum swingarm and
link-type rear suspension features a
fully adjustable piggyback style shock
absorber with 5.12 inches of wheel travel
Dual front disc brakes
with large 310mm rotors and four-piston
calipers, plus single-disc rear brake
with 220mm rotor and dual-piston rear
caliper
Lightweight cast aluminum
wheels - F: 3.50 x 17 with 120/17 radial
tire, R: 5.5 x 17 with 180/55 rear tire
Large under-seat storage
area, passenger grab-bar and tie-down
hooks
4.5 gallon fuel tank
with low-fuel warning light
| Specs |
| Engine: | 996, four-stroke, liquid cooled, 90 degree V-Twin, DOHC, 8-valves, TSCC |
| Bore Stroke: | 98.0 x 66.0mm |
| Compression Ratio: | 11.6:1 |
| Fuel System: | Fuel Injection |
| Lubrication: | Wet Sump |
| Ignition: | Digital/Transistorized |
| Transmission: | 6-Speed |
| Final Drive: | 530 Chain |
| Overall Length: | 2085mm (82.1 in.) |
| Overall Width: | 745mm (29.3 in.) |
| Overall Height: | 1170mm (46.1 in.) |
| Seat Height: | 800mm (31.5 in.) |
| Ground Clearance: | 150mm (5.9 in.) |
| Wheelbase: | 1430mm (56.3 in.) |
| Dry Weight: | 187kg (412 lbs.) 188kg (414 lbs.) CA model |
| Suspension Front: | Telescopic, cartridge-type, adjustable preload, adjustable compression & rebound damping |
| Suspension Rear: | Link-type, adjustable preload, adjustable compression & rebound damping |
| Brakes Front: | Dual hydraulic disc |
| Brakes Rear: | Single hydraulic disc |
| Tires Front: | 120/70 ZR-17 |
| Tires Rear: | 180/55 ZR-17 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity: | 17 liter (4.5 gal.) 16 liter (4.2 gal.) CA model |
| Color: | Black, Red |
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