Page 21 - Australian Road Rider - Bike Guide 2017

Supersports

SUZUKI GSX-R600 $16,490 The 2017 Suzuki GSX-R600 is a class-leading sportsbike worthy of its race-winning GSX-R heritage.
Whether you’re carving through your favourite twisty road or dominating the racetrack, it offers
unparalleled performance. A compact, powerful four-cylinder engine demonstrates the advanced race-
proven technology of the GSX-R line when you hit the throttle and push it to redline, while supremely
refi ned suspension systems front and rear provide precise, responsive handling. Wrapped in aerodynamic
bodywork that’s lifted from the race track, the GSX-R600 can not only win races, it can win envy.

SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 16-valve, Tyres: F: 120/70ZR17 R: 180/55ZR17
4-cylinder Seat height: 810mm
Displacement: 599cc Kerb weight: 187kg (wet)
Power/Torque: 93.2kw @ 13,500rpm/67.7Nm Fuel capacity: 17L
@ 11,500rpm Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
Transmission: 6-speed, slipper clutch, chain km/10,000km
fi nal drive
VERDICT: MOTOGP INSPIRED

The GSX250R is ready to perform as the all-round urban athlete. Its sporty good looks and nimble, SUZUKI GSX250R $TBA
responsive performance make for exhilarating fun. At the same time, its sporty character is complemented
by a smooth and comfortable nature that is equally at home on the daily commute or when touring.

SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, twin Seat height: 790mm
Displacement: 248cc Kerb weight: 181kg
Power/Torque: 18.4kW @ 8000rpm/23.3Nm Fuel capacity: 15L
@ 6500rpm Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
Transmission: 6-speed, chain fi nal drive km/NA
Tyres: F: 110/80R17 R: 140/70R17
VERDICT: URBAN ATHLETE LAMS APPROVED

TRIUMPH DAYTONA 675 $14,990 Apex after apex, the Daytona 675 inspires complete confi dence. Fantastic power, light weight and easy
to ride, Triumph’s aim was to create the most perfectly balanced motorcycle. An equal blend of torque,
responsiveness, agility, poise and purpose, the result is a bike with class-defi ning power, performance
and handling; a bike that will inspire total confi dence and looks every bit as good as you would expect.

SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, in-line Tyres: F: 120/70/ZR17 R: 180/55ZR17
3-cylinder Seat height: 820mm
Displacement: 675cc Kerb weight: 167kg (dry)
Power/Torque: 94kW @ 12,500rpm/74Nm @ Fuel capacity: 17.4L
11,900rpm Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
Transmission: 6-speed, multi-plate slipper km/10,000km
clutch, chain fi nal drive
VERDICT: BACK-ROAD BLASTER

Packed with MotoGP YZR-M1 technology, the next-generation R1 is here. With a new crossplane YAMAHA YZF-R1 $23,999
engine, short wheelbase chassis and high-tech electronics, it’s ready to connect to your body and take
your riding to a new level. Developed without compromise using YZR-M1 MotoGP technology, the
R1 was born for the track. Its 200PS, 199kg weight and 1405mm wheelbase give an insight into its
capabilities, but it’s what you can’t see that makes this focused superbike so special.

SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, Tyres: F: 120/70ZR17 R: 190/55ZR17
4-valve, forward-inclined parallel 4-cylinder Seat height: 855mm
Displacement: 998cc Kerb weight: 199kg (wet)
Power/Torque: 147.1kW @ Fuel capacity: 17L
13,500rpm/112.4Nm @11,500rpm Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
Transmission: 6-speed, multi-plate slipper km/10,000km
clutch, chain fi nal drive

VERDICT: RACE DEVELOPED

Australian Road Rider Bike Guide 21