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– 2005 Suzuki GSX600F Katana

New for 2005

Headlight switches off during startup to reduce load on battery


Engine Features

Valve timing tuned for strong low to mid-range performance

32mm Mikuni carburetors with throttle position sensor provide quick throttle response and enhance mid-range power

Attractive stainless steel 4-into-1 exhaust system is tuned for strong low and mid-range power – exhaust catalyzer added to exhaust system on California model to further reduce emissions

Silent-type cam chain and oil pan with honeycomb construction to reduce engine noise

Twin Swirl Combustion Chambers (TSCC) for quick throttle response

Suzuki Advanced Cooling System (air/oil) with large oil cooler and high cooling capacity

Screw/locknut valve adjustment system for simplified maintenance

Large intake valves (23mm) and exhaust valves (20mm) for strong engine performance

Digital ignition system for optimum ignition timing with maintenance-free battery

Large air cleaner box for strong engine performance


Chassis Features

Aerodynamic fairing design with twin headlights and an attractive sporting look

Design is compact while maintaining a comfortable, sporting ride position

Smooth, compliant ride provided by 41mm front forks with 4-way adjustable rebound damping

Link-type rear suspension and single shock absorber with 4-way adjustable rebound damping and 7 preload settings

Z speed-rated radial tires (120/70 front & 150/70 rear)

Wide, hollow 3-spoke type wheel rims, (3.50 x 17 front, 4.50 x 17 rear)

Single 240mm rear disc with twin piston caliper

Large 290 mm floating type front brake discs with twin piston calipers

Large capacity fuel tank (20 liter/5.3 gal.)

Large easy-to-read instruments with electric speedometer, LCD odometer, LCD clock, twin tripmeters and fuel gauge

Standard 4-way emergency flasher and high-beam passing switch

Aluminum passenger grab bar

Teardrop shaped rear view mirrors

Adjustable front brake lever position

Handlebar mounted carburetor choke lever


Specifications

Engine: 600cc, four-stroke, 4-cylinder, 16 valve air/oil cooled with DOHC and TSCC
Bore Stroke: 62.6 x 48.7 mm
Compression Ratio: 11.3:1
Fuel System: Mikuni BSR32
Lubrication: Wet sump
Ignition: Digital/Transistorized
Transmission: 6-speed
Final Drive: #530 chain
Overall Length: 2140mm (84.3 in.)
Overall Width: 755mm (29.7 in.)
Overall Height: 1195mm (47.0 in.)
Seat Height: 785mm (30.9 in.)
Ground Clearance: 120mm (4.7 in.)
Wheelbase: 1470mm (57.9 in.)
Dry Weight: 208kg (458 lbs.) 210kg (462 lbs.) CA. model
Suspension Front: Telescopic, oil damped, 4-way adjustable rebound damping
Suspension Rear: Link-type suspension, 4-way adjustable rebound damping, 7-way adjustable preload
Brakes Front: Dual hydraulic disc
Brakes Rear: Single hydraulic disc
Tires Front: 120/70-ZR-17
Tires Rear: 150/70 ZR17
Fuel Tank Capacity: 20 liter (5.3 gal.) 18.5 liter (4.9 gal.) CA model
Color: Blue/White, Red

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