The Suzuki TL1000R motorcycle was introduced in 1998 as Suzuki's 90° V-Twin Superbike. Production ended in 2003.

Suzuki TL1000R
ManufacturerSuzuki
Production1998–2003
SuccessorSuzuki SV1000S
ClassSport bike
Enginewater-cooled DOHC 996 cc 90° V-twin four stroke
Transmission6-speed, chain
Wheelbase54.9 in
DimensionsL: 82.6 in
W: 29.1 in
Seat height32.5 in (825 mm)
Weight434 lb (197 kg) (dry)
Fuel capacity4.50 US Gallons (with a 1.2 gallon reserve)
RelatedSuzuki TL1000S

General background

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The TL1000R is a full fairing racing-oriented version of Suzuki's popular TL1000S. The TL1000R was launched in 1998, one year after its sibling, the TL1000S. Unlike the TL-S, the TL-R was designed to compete in the World and American Superbike Championships, although it achieved only one race win before Suzuki pulled the plug on the TL racing program, in favor of returning to the lighter GSX-R750 as its Superbike entry. The TL-R took aim at Ducati's 916 both in the Superbike Championship and in consumer sales. The R shares basic engine architecture with the S but has special components including forged pistons, stronger connecting rods, and a much stiffer frame while retaining the motors 90° V-twin for perfect primary balance and had hybrid chain/gear driven cams. A traditional cam chain turned a gear that in turn rotated the cams. This hybrid design eased maintenance immensely and gave the motor additional aural character because of the gear whine.[1] The engine tweaks given to the TL-R made it known for its very good top-end horsepower[2] (as compared to most V-twins that make better bottom end power). The TL-R was offered in yellow, blue/white, black, and red. Suzuki stopped production of the TL1000S in 2001, and the TL1000R in 2003.

Specifications

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All specifications are manufacturer claimed.

Engine 996 cc, 4-stroke, V-twin, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 8-valve
Bore/Stroke 98.0 mm x 66.0 mm
Compression Ratio 11.7:1
Max Power 135 bhp (101 kW) at 9500 rpm
Max Torque 78 ft·lbs at 7500 rpm
Fuel System Fuel Injection/Carbed
Lubrication Wet Sump
Ignition Computer Controlled Digital Electronic
Transmission 6-speed, constant mesh
Final Drive #530 chain (17 Front-39 Rear)
Overall Length 82.6 in
Overall Width 29.1 in
Seat Height 32.5 in (825 mm)
Wheelbase 54.9 in
Dry Weight 424 lb (192 kg)
Suspension Front 43 mm inverted forks with spring preload, rebound and compression damping
Suspension Rear Progressive linkage with adjustable damper, rear spring in isolation with adjustable preload
Brakes Front Twin 320 mm discs with six-piston calipers
Brakes Rear Single 220 mm disc with dual piston caliper
Tires Front 120/70-ZR17
Tires Rear 190/50-ZR17
Fuel Tank Capacity 4.5 US gallons (with a 1.2 gallon reserve) (17 L, 4.5 L reserve)

See also

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References

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  1. ^ Port, Martin (September 1998). "On the Record: TL1000R Road Test". Australian Motorcycle News. 48 (6): 41. ISSN 1320-2103.
  2. ^ "Suzuki TL1000R – The Twin with a top end". MCNews. Archived from the original on 2012-12-30. Retrieved 2007-02-17.
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