Suzuki Motorcycles has announced the prices of the all-new 2017 GSX-R1000 in Australia. The GSX-R1000 will be available in the country in two variants – the standard GSX-R1000 ABS and the limited production GSX-R1000R. The GSX-R1000 ABS will be available from late June while the GSX-R1000R will be on sale from October. But what is the this bike all about? Read on to find out more about 2017 Suzuki GSX-R1000 prices, specifications, features, colours and more.
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2017 Suzuki GSX-R1000 Price in Australia
| MSRP (GSX-R1000 ABS) | $23,990 |
| MSRP (GSX-R1000R) | $27,490 |
Suzuki claims the 2017 GSX-R1000 is the baddest litrebike Gixxer ever. So, without looking at the specs and features of the bike, it will be difficult to support or refute Suzuki’s claim. However, considering the GSX-R1000R is a limited-production model, its price seems to be quite affordable. Let’s take a look at the specs and features of both bikes first.
2017 Suzuki GSX-R1000 Specifications
| Specifications | 2017 Suzuki GSX-R1000 ABS | 2017 Suzuki GSX-R1000R |
| Engine Displacement and Type | 999cc, liquid-cooled, four-cylinder, DOHC | 999cc, liquid-cooled, four-cylinder, DOHC |
| Power | 199HP | 199HP |
| Torque | 117.5Nm | 117.5Nm |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed with quickshifter |
| Suspension (front) | 43mm Showa Big Piston Fork, fully adjustable | 43mm Showa Balance Free Fork, full adjustable |
| Suspension (rear) | Link-type Showa monoshock, fully adjustable | Showa Balance Free Rear Cushion Lite monoshock, fully adjustable for low and high-speed compression |
| Brakes (front) | Dual 320mm disc brakes with Brembo monobloc 4-piston calipers, ABS | Dual 320mm disc brakes with Bremobo monobloc 4-piston calipers, ABS, Cornering ABS |
| Brakes (rear) | Single 220mm disc brake with Nissin single-piston caliper, ABS | Single220mm disc brake with Nissin single-piston caliper, ABS, Cornering ABS |
| Top Speed | >300kmph | >300kmph |
| Fuel Consumption | N/A | N/A |
The 2017 Suzuki GSX-R1000 ABS and GSX-R1000R are not so different from each other. In its transformation from GSX-R1000, the GSX-R1000R gets a quickshifter, cornering ABS and launch control. Along with Suzuki’s 2 year/unlimited kilometre warranty, these bikes seem like a great vale for money. Let’s take a look at the feature list of the two motorcycles.
2017 Suzuki GSX-R1000 Features
- Forged aluminium pistons
- VVT technology
- Finger follower valvetrain
- Inertial Measurement Unit
- Traction Control System
- Quickshifter (on GSX-R1000R only)
- Launch Control (on GSX-R1000R only)
- Three colours for GSX-R1000 ABS
- Two colours for GSX-R1000R
There are fewer changes in the GSX-R1000 ABS’ transformation to GSX-R1000R. The addition of quickshifter and launch control are the only major additions to what is already a stellar package. For the components and electronic wizardry 2017 GSX-R1000 ABS and GSX-R1000R have, they offer a lot of value for money. Also, Suzuki has been able to bring its MotoGP technology to these litrebikes (VVT technology). These bikes are now at par with their European counterparts when it comes to components and technology. Your decision of buying the best litrebike just became harder.