Suzuki first introduced the GSX-R750 in 1985, which completely reshaped the sportbike market, and then the GSX-R1000 in 2001, establishing a new standard. The GSX-lightweight R750’s frame combined with Suzuki’s legendary 988cc inline four-cylinder engine design makes Superbike performance accessible to regular bikers. The 2022 GSX-R1000RZ Suzuki Sports Bike is the pinnacle of the GSX-R line of ultra-high-performance motorcycles, thanks to its robust, versatile engine that provides smooth, controllable power across a broad rpm range. The 2022 GSX-R1000, like the original, boasts a compact chassis that provides agile handling with excellent suspension feel and braking control, making it suitable for racing and leisurely touring. The unique, aerodynamic GSX-R bodywork enhances the riding experience. At the same time, advanced electronic rider aids like traction control, launch control, and a quick bi-directional shifter reduce fatigue and increase speed.
Showa’s BFF and BFRC-Lite suspension components are standard on the GSX-R1000R, giving the bike a level of dependability and performance that makes it unstoppable on the track. Decisive stopping power and outstanding response and feel are provided by a pair of 320mm Brembo T-drive floating brake rotors clamped by radially mounted Brembo Monobloc brake calipers up front, which are fed by stainless steel brake lines.
This GSX-historic R1000R’s Metallic Triton Blue and Metallic Mystic Silver paint scheme is inspired by the Team Suzuki ECSTAR MotoGP livery, and it’s guaranteed to turn heads.
With its unrivaled blend of dependability, durability, usability, overall performance, and excellent racing potential, the GSX-R1000R maintains its position as the best liter-class super sport.
2022 GSX-R1000RZ Suzuki Sports Bike – Features and Specs
Engine
The small, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 999.8cc, inline-four-cylinder engine produces strong low- to mid-range power and high top-end performance.
The crankshaft design retains Suzuki’s heritage of Even Firing Order Engines. The GSX-engine R1000Rs produce good, smooth, and reliable power across the RPM range, while the engines of competing motorcycles vibrate more. The practical design of the short-stroke engine allows it to be narrower than the previous generation GSX-R1000 despite having a bore of 76.0mm and a stroke of 55.1mm.
The motorcycle’s engine has been repositioned back in the frame to improve handling and weight distribution. To boost high-rpm power without sacrificing low- to mid-range power, the Suzuki Racing Variable Valve Timing System (SR-VVT) features a centrifugal actuated mechanism on the intake camshaft sprocket.
Reduced friction and improved valve response at higher engine speeds are two benefits of the lighter Suzuki Racing Finger Follower valve train compared to a tappet-style valve train.
Each cylinder has four valves—two titanium intake valves measuring 31.5mm and two titanium exhaust valves measuring 24mm. High peak horsepower is generated because of the lighter valves’ responsiveness to the finger follower’s arms and the engine’s 14,500 rpm redline.
Pistons of 76.0mm diameter are made from aluminum for maximum stiffness and lightweight after being designed using Finite Element Method (FEM) analysis. Cylinders coated with Suzuki’s Composite Electrochemical Material (SCEM) are built into the top crankcase to provide better heat dissipation and long service life.
The high compression ratio of 13.2:1 contributes to the vehicle’s potent power. The brand-new combustion chamber in the cylinder head is shallow. Therefore, it generates very little heat while in use. The throttle valves of the EFI system are operated by a servo motor for instantaneous reaction to the rider’s throttle grip input and consistent, linear power delivery.
Automatic Idle Speed Control (ISC) aids in cold starting and maintains a consistent engine idle.
The Suzuki Top Feed Injectors (S-TFI) spray gasoline from above the air box into the intake funnels, supplementing the four primary fuel injectors in the throttle bodies. It allows for greater fueling precision, improved combustion efficiency, and increased peak power.
Stackable air intake funnels for the two outside cylinders are installed in the air box to boost top-end power without sacrificing low-to-mid-range acceleration. Its lightweight and straightforward layout ensures optimal airflow at any intake speed.
At high speeds, the volume of air entering the air box via the dual Suzuki Ram Air Direct (SRAD) intake ducts proliferates. Digital ignition ignites spark plugs made of iridium, which improves the quality of the spark and the efficiency of the combustion process. These high-quality parts are also more durable than regular spark plugs.
The 4-2-1 exhaust system was developed to maximize the engine’s potential over the rev range, culminating in a thrilling surge at redline. The titanium muffler in black has a heat shield made of brushed stainless steel and is mounted high so that it doesn’t get in the way at extreme lean angles. Power delivery is widened, and exhaust noise is reduced without needing a bigger silencer thanks to the new Suzuki Exhaust Tuning (SET) system valve in the mid-pipe.
Exhaust valves for a SET-Alpha are located in the balancing tubes between the head pipes. The Alpha valves, which are actuated by a cable from the primary SET valve, allow the engine to produce more peak power without sacrificing low- and mid-range Hp by opening at higher engine speeds.
Coolant flows more effectively through the engine and the radiator thanks to the cooling system’s superior analytic design. Cooling efficiency is improved while 400 ccs reduce size and weight compared to the previous model GSX-R1000.
The high-capacity, curved radiator receives optimal cooling thanks to the fairing’s lowers. At low speeds, the vehicle is cooled enough by the two fans. An additional radiator-style oil cooler, cooled by air, is installed underneath the primary radiator to remove even more engine heat.
Chassis
The GSX-engine R1000R was angled six degrees rearward compared to that of the GSX-R1000 before it to consider the lessons learned during Suzuki MotoGP chassis development. It had the combined effect of shortening the swing arm by 40 mm and shortening the distance from the fork to the center of the chassis by 20 mm. It strengthens the chassis and makes it more aerodynamic.
The new GSX-aluminum R1000’s twin-spar frame is 10 percent lighter than the previous generation’s frame, thanks to the use of finite element method (FEM) analytical technology in its design. To boost aerodynamics, aesthetics, and rider comfort, the frame’s spars have been moved 20 millimeters closer together.
To improve racetrack handling and impart a consistent suspension feel to the rider, the new aluminum Superbike-braced swingarm features equalized bracing to the main beams.
The 2022 GSX-R1000RZ Suzuki Sports Bike allows for fine-tuning of the chassis for racing thanks to a movable swing arm pivot (please use the standard position for street riding).
The suspension components of the Team Suzuki ECSTAR GSX-RR racing bike, including the fork and shock absorber body, are gold anodized, much like those of the GSX-R1000R.
The Showa Balance Free Rear Cushion Lite (BFRC-lite) shock is attached to the reinforced swing arm utilizing links designed for use on the racetrack. When the chassis is pitched during braking or through rough terrain, the BFRC-lite helps smooth out the response by adjusting the damping force external to the shock body. It creates an unusual reaction on the racetrack and establishes a brand-new benchmark for rider input and comfort on the road.
Showa’s Balance Free Front Fork (BFF) incorporates technology often reserved for racing machines to provide a degree of damping force responsiveness never previously seen on a SuperSport motorbike. Since the damping force is controlled externally to the spring chamber, the fork’s damping remains constant throughout its stroking motion. Regarding surface feedback and ride compliance, the BFF is second to none.
Lightweight, race-ready, upper triple clamp complements the BFF fork on the GSX-R1000R.
Up front, stainless steel brake lines enhance feel and brake response, and rear Brembo Radial Mount Brake Calipers offer powerful braking performance and superb feel.
The 320mm floating disc on Brembo T-drive Brake Rotors can be attached to the carrier in two ways. The rotor’s connection to the caliper is held in place by five conventional floating spools. Five new-design T-drive fasteners increase the rotor’s ability to absorb braking energy. More stopping power is at the rider’s disposal on the GSX-R1000R than ever before, thanks to the discs’ increased diameter and the energy they can store.
The Nissin single-piston caliper on the 240mm rear disc brake complements the front brakes to ensure the rider can make controlled stops.
In the same way, that traditional ABS maximizes stopping power following traction, the Motion Track Brake System considers chassis pitch information from the IMU. ABS will adjust the front brake to help settle the chassis and maintain braking efficiency when the IMU senses the rear wheel lifting from extreme braking forces or when the motorcycle is leaned over.
The GSX-distinctive R1000R’s lightweight six-spoke wheels are engineered to withstand the braking and driving forces it generates.
The GSX-lightweight R1000R’s Bridgestone Racing Street RS11 tires are perfect at the track. Tires with this tread pattern last longer and maintain a higher level of grip when cornering at high speeds.
Suzuki’s stylists and engineers conducted numerous wind tunnel tests to develop the aerodynamic bodywork’s sleek profile and alluring aesthetic. The GSX-shape R1000R, which is narrower than ever, contributes directly to its performance by enhancing its handling and top speed on the track.
2022 GSX-R1000RZ Suzuki Sports Bike – Price
The new 2022 GSX-R1000RZ Suzuki Sports Bike is available for $17,999 only.
2022 GSX-R1000RZ Suzuki Sports Bike – Technical Specifications
Engine
| Engine | 999.8cc, 4-stroke, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC |
| Bore x Stroke | 76mm x 55.1mm (2.992-inch x 2.169-inch) |
| Compression Ratios | 13.2:1 |
| Fuel System | Fuel injection with Ride-by-Wire throttle bodies |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Wet sump |
Drivetrain
| Clutch | Wet, multi-plate type |
| Transmission | 6-speed constant mesh |
| Final Drive | Chain, DID 525HV3, 120 links |
Chassis
| Suspension Front | Inverted telescopic, oil-damped, coil spring |
| Suspension Rear | Link type, single shock, oil damped, coil spring |
| Brakes Front | Brembo 4-piston, twin disc, ABS-equipped |
| Brakes Rear | Nissin, 1-piston, single disc, ABS-equipped |
| Tires Front | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless |
| Tires Rear | 190/55ZR17M/C (75W), tubeless |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 16 L (4.2 US gal.) |
| Color | Metallic Triton Blue / Metallic Mystic Silver |
Electrical
| Ignition | Electronic ignition (transistorized) |
| Headlight | LED |
| Tail Light | LED |
Dimension
| Overall Length | 2075 mm (81.7 in.) |
| Overall Width | 705 mm (27.8 in.) |
| Overall Height | 1145 mm (45.1 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 1420 mm (55.9 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 130 mm (5.11 in.) |
| Seat Height | 825 mm (32.5 in.) |
| Curb Weight | 202 kg (445.0 lb.) |
Warranty
| Warranty | 12-month unlimited mileage limited warranty |
| Extension | Extended coverage periods, including some other benefits, are available through Suzuki Extended Protection (SEP) |
