MCNEWS.COM.AU - History of the Suzuki GSX-R 750

2000 GSX-R750Y
The new for 2000 'Y' model brought unheard of power to the 750cc class which by now had no manufacturer game to take on Suzuki in this capacity class.

The new 750 beats larger sportsbikes for top speed and acceleration, in the 750 class it has no challengers.

A narrower valve angle, 12:1 compression and much smaller engine dimensions are the big changes but everything in the engine design is now at the forefront of technological development. The Fuel injection system gained two butterflies per cylinder that aimed to increase responsiveness from idle through to redline. A dry weight of 166 kilograms rounds out this potent package.

2001 GSX-R750 K1
Colour changes only.

2002 GSX-R750 K2
For 2002 the GSX-R scored an adjustable swingarm which provides adjustment for height. The SDTV fuel injection system scored some improvements and an automatic cold start idle feature did away with the need for a fast-idle lever. Both headlights now remain illuminated, even when in low beam. New mirrors. The pipe leading to the muffler was changed to fully polished stainless steel.

2003 GSX-R750 K3
Colour changes only