Suzuki GSX600F Katana appeared in 1988 as a budget all-round motorcycle intended for sales in foreign markets - Europe and North America. The model was distinguished by a fairly simple layout and equipment, which positively affected the final price and made the motorcycle one of the most affordable sports tours in the class. The model was also sold under the name Suzuki Katana 600.
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The model was based on a slightly modified engine from the sports Suzuki GSX-R 750, which was an in-line 4-cylinder air-oil cooling unit with a volume of 599 cc, producing up to 86 hp. power and up to 59 Nm of torque. This motor was subsequently installed on the road Suzuki GSF 600 Bandit.
Since 1989, the model has received new suspensions, which have received additional adjustments, and since 1990, new, larger carburetors.
In 1998, the model underwent a major restyling, seriously renewing its appearance and technical part. Currently, it is the second generation of the motorcycle that is popular on the market, since it has a more modern appearance and the usual dimension of the wheels.
Of the features of the Suzuki GSX600F Katana model, a steel tubular frame should be distinguished, simple but adjustable suspension (the fork has a rebound adjustment, a rear shock absorber - preload + rebound), disc 2-piston front brakes, a 6-speed gearbox, a fuel tank of 20 liters and 208 kg dry matter (second generation).
2006 was the last year of production, after which it finally left the market, giving way to its successor - Suzuki GSX650F.
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Suzuki GSX600F Katana: images, gallery.
Specifications
Specifications Suzuki GSX 600 F Katan:
| Model | Suzuki GSX600F Katana |
|---|---|
| Motorcycle type | sports tourist |
| Release year | 1988-2006 |
| Frame | steel tubular |
| Engine type | 4-cylinder, 4-stroke, in-line |
| Working volume | 599 cm³ |
| Bore / stroke | 62.6 x 48.7 mm |
| Compression ratio | 11.3: 1 |
| Cooling | air-oil |
| Number of valves per cylinder | DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Fuel supply system | Carburetor, 4x Mikuni BST31SS - GSX600F (1988-1989)
Carburetor, 4x Mikuni BST33SS - GSX600F (1990-1997) Carburetor, 4x Mikuni BSR32 - GSX600F (1998-2006) |
| Ignition type | transistor |
| Maximum power | 86.0 h.p. (63.0 kW) @ 11000 rpm - GSX600F (GN72A)
78.0 h.p. (57.0 kW) @ 10,500 rpm - GSX600F (GN79A) |
| Maximum torque | 58.5 Nm (6.0 kg * m) @ 9600 rpm - GSX600F (GN72A)
54.0 Nm (5.4 kg * m) @ 9500 rpm - GSX600F (GN79A) |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Drive type | chain |
| Front tire size | 110/80 V17 - GSX600F (GN72A)
120/70 ZR17 (58W) - GSX600F (GN79A) |
| Rear tire size | 140/80 V17 - GSX600F (GN72A)
150/70 ZR17 (69W) - GSX600F (GN79A) |
| Front brakes | 2 discs, 290mm, 2-piston calipers |
| Rear brakes | 1 disc, 250mm, 2-piston caliper - GSX600F (GN72A)
1 disc, 240mm, 2-piston caliper - GSX600F (GN79A) |
| Front suspension | 41mm Telescopic Fork (Fixed), 130mm Travel - GSX600F (1988)
41mm Telescopic Fork (Rebound Adjustment), 130mm Travel - GSX600F (1989-2006) |
| Rear suspension | linkage with monoshock (adjustable preload), stroke - 135 mm - GSX600F (1988)
linkage with monoshock (adjustable preload and rebound damping), stroke - 135 mm - GSX600F (1989-1997) linkage with monoshock (adjustable preload and rebound damping), stroke - 142 mm - GSX600F (1998-2006) |
| Motorcycle length | 2135 mm |
| Motorcycle width | 680mm - GSX600F (GN72A)
745 mm - GSX600F (GN79A) |
| Motorcycle height | 1195 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1430 mm - GSX600F (GN72A)
1470 mm - GSX600F (GN79A) |
| Saddle height | 805mm - GSX600F (GN72A)
785mm - GSX600F (GN79A) |
| Minimum ground clearance | 140mm - GSX600F (GN72A)
120mm - GSX600F (GN79A) |
| Acceleration to 100 km / h | 4.2 sec |
| Maximum speed | 210 km / h |
| Fuel tank capacity | 20.0 l |
| Motorcycle weight (dry) | 202 kg - GSX600F (GN72A)
208 kg - GSX600F (GN79A) |
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