Cycle World has their impressions of the new 07 GSXR from the Phillip Island intro. Improved power, handling and rider adjustments are among the changes for 07.
With identical bore and stroke dimensions (73.4 x 59.0mm) as before, the 999cc long-stroke engine’s internals remain unchanged. Designers concentrated on increased combustion efficiency and reduced mechanical losses. Redesigned throttle bodies, with new more-compact 12-hole injectors, direct fuel spray into the intakes. Peak power is now made at 12,000 rpm instead of the previous bike’s 11,000, and redline is raised by 250 rpm to 13,750. A 4-into-2-into-1-into-2 exhaust with catalyzer meets new emission requirements.
Adjustability comes in a couple of forms. A brand-new feature is the S-DMS (Suzuki Drive Mode Selector), which allows the rider to choose between three power-delivery options via a handlebar-mounted switch. Footpegs can be adjusted 14mm forward/aft and up/down.
Suzuki completely redesigned the GSX-R1000’s chassis for ’07. A new frame, swingarm and suspension improve stability and handling. The addition of high- and low-speed compression damping on the fork and shock enhance rider adjustability. Suzuki has also updated the bike’s steering damper with a speed-sensitive servo-controlled unit managed by the ECU.
The sweetest color scheme is the yellow/silver which won’t be available in the US. Why do they do that?
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