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1989 Suzuki GSX-R750RR

Born in 1989, the 1989 Suzuki GSX-R750RR is a 749cc four-cylinder racing machine producing 118hp from Suzuki.

Specifications

Engine

Type
DOHC inline-4
Displacement
749 cc
Cylinders
4
Power
118 hp @ 11500 rpm
Torque
72.0 Nm
Compression
Bore × Stroke
70.0 × 48.7 mm
Cooling
Oil-cooled
Fuel System
4x Mikuni flat-slide carburetors

Chassis & Transmission

Frame
Aluminum twin-spar
Front Suspension
Cartridge fork
Rear Suspension
Full-floater monoshock
Front Brake
Dual disc
Rear Brake
Single disc
Front Tyre
Rear Tyre
Transmission
6-speed
Final Drive
Chain

Performance

Top Speed
260 km/h (162 mph)
¼ Mile

Dimensions & Weight

Dry Weight
170 kg (375 lbs)
Wet Weight
186 kg (410 lbs)
Seat Height
785 mm
Wheelbase
1410 mm
Ground Clearance
Fuel Capacity
18.0 L

History & Story

In 1989, Suzuki launched the 1989 Suzuki GSX-R750RR — a racing machine that would come to define an era of motorcycling. Hailing from Japan, it combined Japan engineering with racing machine appeal.

The 1989 Suzuki GSX-R750RR is motivated by a 749cc DOHC inline-4 four-cylinder unit delivering 118hp at 11500 rpm. Breathing through 4x Mikuni flat-slide carburetors and kept cool by oil-cooled, the engine drives through a 6-speed transmission with chain final drive.

The chassis employs a aluminum twin-spar frame with cartridge fork up front and full-floater monoshock at the rear. Stopping power comes from dual disc front and single disc rear brakes. Tipping the scales at 170 kg (375 lbs) dry, the 1989 Suzuki GSX-R750RR offers a manageable riding experience with a 1410 mm wheelbase.

Performance-wise, the 1989 Suzuki GSX-R750RR achieves a claimed top speed of 260 km/h (162 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 18.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for racing machine duties. The seat height of 785 mm makes it comfortable for most riders.

Today, the 1989 Suzuki GSX-R750RR is considered a desirable collector motorcycle that has appreciated significantly in value over the decades. Parts availability is rated as difficult, making ownership a dedicated pursuit. It remains an icon of Suzuki motorcycling from 1980s.

Known Issues

  • Cam chain tensioner rattle
  • Petcock vacuum diaphragm failure

Fun Facts

  • With 118hp, the 1989 Suzuki GSX-R750RR was considered extremely powerful when launched
  • The 1989 Suzuki GSX-R750RR's top speed of 260 km/h made it one of the fastest production bikes of the 1980s
  • The 1989 Suzuki GSX-R750RR is considered one of the most collectible motorcycles from Suzuki

Collector Information

Parts Availability
Difficult
Collector Rating
8/10

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