Suzuki GSR 750 premiere of the naked bike

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Suzuki GSR 750 premiere of the naked bike
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Driving report: Suzuki GSR 750

New mid-range naked bike from Suzuki

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The engine has been around for a long time and its potential is well known. Now he’s finally reappearing in a power-naked – the 750 from the GSX-R. Better late than never.

The history of the GSR begins in 2006. At that time, Suzuki packed a modified GSX-R 600 engine into a naked bike with B-King optics and called this creation the GSR 600. Today, five years later, with the GSR 750, the big sister and at the same time the successor of the 600 series is in the starting blocks. Much more aggressive in style, with a sleek front mask and a distinctive tank, it follows the basic principles of its little sister: adapted super sports car engine in a bare environment. The engine of the 2005 GSX-R 750 was fundamentally modified for its use in the naked bike in almost all areas in order to pump the GSR properly into the boiler in the lower speed range. It goes without saying that the new set-up is at the expense of top performance. The otherwise potent engine in the GSR still has 106 hp.

I.In terms of equipment, the GSR 750 is based on "Cheap"-Little sister concept. The swing arm and chain tensioner are reminiscent of GS 500 times, the 41 mm upside-down fork and the shock absorber can only be adjusted in terms of preload. Two two-piston floating calipers brake the load. The wealth of information in the cockpit, on the other hand, with fuel and gear displays and average fuel consumption is decent. The weight should be emphasized: Despite the 17.5 liter tank, the new one weighs 210 kilograms – only four pounds more than the GSR 600.

Nonetheless, the GSR doesn’t really go forward for a 750 cubic centimeter naked bike. In the lower speed range, the four-cylinder pushes in a linear and easily controllable manner, but the torque wave expected given the new set-up does not occur. The former supersport engine only comes to life at 7500 rpm, but then it lacks the last bit of sporting ambition. -The middle class four-cylinder shines apart from slight load changes with flawless running behavior. Acoustically restrained, it runs largely vibration-free in all speed ranges and is easy to shift. The smooth throttle grip is also pleasing.

The chassis also presents itself from the uncomplicated side. Not overly manageable, but precise and neutral, the 750 steers into the curve, willingly follows the pilot’s directional requests and drives wonderfully tight lines. This curvy driving behavior is especially fun on winding streets. The Bridgestone BT 016 in the special specification “EE” harmonize very well with the GSR and underline the positive impression. The shock absorber and fork are sufficiently tight for the country road, have enough reserves ready for jagged intermediate sprints and provide good feedback. However, the rear damper in particular transmits short hard hits to the driver’s rear, largely unfiltered. A more swallowing way of working would be desirable here.

There is also criticism of the brakes. Especially when cold, the pads bite into the two 310 discs quite toothless. Braking with warm brakes improves the braking effect somewhat, but the last bit of bite is still missing. Perhaps a safety measure on the part of Suzuki, because for the time being the GSR will only be available without ABS. A variant with brake assist is only due to follow in a few months. At 8,290 euros, the GSR 750 in the version without ABS costs about as much as a BMW F 800. The price for the ABS version has not yet been determined.

Judgment / technical data


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Suzuki GSR 750 in white.

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First the GSX-R 600, then the GSX-R 750, now the GSR 750. Suzuki comes back to life in 2011 and after the two athletes now presents a fun naked bike. In particular, the sporty look and the curvy handling of the GSR really turn you on. The Japanese were supposed to cure the toothless brakes before the ABS variant was introduced.


Technical specifications

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Four-cylinder in-line engine, 4 valves / cylinder, 78 kW (106 HP) at 10,000 rpm, 80 Nm at 9,000 rpm, 749 cm3, bore / stroke: 72.0 / 46.0 mm, compression: 12.3: 1, ignition / injection system, 32 mm throttle valves, mechanically operated multi-disc oil bath clutch, six-speed gearbox, chain

landing gear
Steel bridge frame, steering head angle: 64.45 degrees, caster: 102 mm,
Wheelbase: 1450 mm, Ø inner fork tube: 41 mm, spring travel from / h .: 120/135 mm

Wheels and brakes
Light alloy cast wheels, 3.50 x 17"/5.50 x 17", Front tires: 120/70 ZR 17, rear: 180/55 ZR 17, 310 mm double disc brakes with two-piston floating calipers screwed on at the front, 240 mm single disc with single-piston floating caliper at the rear

Weight (ready to drive) 210 kg *,
Tank capacity: 17.5 liters of super

Base price 8290 Euro (plus ancillary costs) *

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