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Posted by Brad Puetz
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Wednesday, 21 February 2007 |
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Oh ya, did I mention I also rode the bike on the street? Sorry, I tend to get a little race track biased at times. The street portion of the test took place on Hwy. 74 Ortega Hwy. The GSX-R is also a great overall ride on the street. It's plenty nimble when the road gets twisty or when changing lanes on the freeway and the suspension offered a good ride.
While the electric smooth motor of the Suzuki might not tweak your nipples when you drop the hammer it will make it a good choice for riders who are looking for a great bike to ride every day.
There is some buzziness at the bars that can be noticed on the longer freeway rides. |
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While riding the GSX-R on the street for a few weeks I was surprised by how many people took note of the good looks of the Suzuki. There were more than a few comments on the nicely done short under engine exhaust.
Personally I think it's the classiest looking stock exhaust on any bike in any class. The 750 also looks physically small which is to be expected for a bike that only weighs in at 4 pounds more than the GSX-R600. Put the two side by side and it's tough to tell them apart aside from the weeny 600 logo on the 750's little sibling. |
I have long been saying that the GSX-R750 would make an awesome club racer and even convinced a few racing comrades to buy one before I'd actually ridden the bike. So going into this test I got the chance to see if I actually knew what I was talking about.
After riding the Suzuki I can confidently say it was advice well given. The GSX-R750 does everything you ask of it and more. Superb handling and useable power are the reasons this is still one of the most important sportbikes on the market. |
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So am I disappointed I missed a week of arctic weather and Tim Horton donuts?
Unless Suzuki builds a GSX-R snowmobile to ride up in the great white north, I'll be happy staying right here riding motorcycles in sunny California !
Brad Puetz |
| Specifications |
2007 Suzuki GSX-R750 |
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| Engine: |
749cc, 4-stroke, four-cylinder, Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 16-
valve |
| Bore Stroke: |
70.0 x 48.7mm |
| Compression Ratio: |
12.5:1 |
| Fuel System: |
Fuel Injection |
| Lubrication: |
Wet Sump |
| Ignition: |
Digital/transistorized |
| Transmission: |
6-speed, constant mesh |
| Final Drive: |
#525 chain |
| Overall Length: |
2040mm (80.3 in.) |
| Overall Width: |
715mm (28.1 in.) |
| Overall Height: |
1125mm (44.3 in.) |
| Seat Height: |
810mm (31.9 in.) |
| Ground Clearance: |
130mm (5.1 in.) |
| Wheelbase: |
1400mm (55.1 in.) |
| Dry Weight: |
163 kg (359 lbs) CA model: 164 kg (361 lbs.) |
| Suspension Front: |
Inverted telescopic, coil spring, fully adjustable spring
preload, rebound and compression damping |
| Suspension Rear: |
Link-type, gas/oil damped, fully adjustable spring preload,
compression and 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: |
16.5 liter (4.4 gal.) CA Model: 15.5 liter (4.1 gal.) |
| Color: |
Blue/White, Blue/Black, Gray/Silver |
| MSRP: |
10,199 |
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