2021 Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa Specifications

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2021 Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa Overview

Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa is a sport touring motorcycle, displacing 1340 cc. Power comes from a Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder engine, a compression ratio of 12.5:1. On the performance side, it delivers 187.7hp @ 9700rpm of peak power and 150Nm @ 7000rpm of torque. On the road, the 2021 GSX 1300R Hayabusa tips the scales at 264kg, carries a 20-litre fuel tank, offers a seat height of 800 mm and spans a 1480 mm wheelbase. That's roughly 16.1 kg heavier than the average sport touring motorcycle in our database. The full 2021 Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa spec sheet below covers every technical detail, from suspension travel to tyre sizes.

2021 GSX 1300R Hayabusa - Pros & Cons

Strengths

  • Strong power output: With 187.7hp @ 9700rpm and 150Nm @ 7000rpm of torque on tap, the GSX 1300R Hayabusa is no slouch for its class.
  • Fuel injection: Fuel injection means consistent cold starts and clean throttle response without the fussiness of a carbureted setup.
  • Large fuel range: A 20-litre tank means fewer stops on longer rides - a genuine plus for touring or a lengthy daily commute.

Considerations

  • Chain final drive upkeep: Budget time for routine chain maintenance - it's cheap to replace but needs consistent attention to avoid premature sprocket wear.

Wear Points & Servicing Notes

Cooling system servicing

GSX 1300R Hayabusa's Liquid cooled setup is low-maintenance provided the coolant interval is kept - old, acidic coolant is the main cause of long-term corrosion in the water passages.

Fuelling & injector care

The fuel injectionwith Ride-by-Wire throttle bodies on the GSX 1300R Hayabusa needs little beyond good fuel and periodic use of an injector-cleaner additive - no jetting or float-bowl maintenance to worry about.

Brake disc and pad wear

Braking up front comes from 2 x 320mm floating discs, Brembo Stylema 4 piston calipers, fully adjustable - solid stopping power, with disc and pad wear best checked on the same schedule as tyre changes.

Suspension condition on used examples

The GSX 1300R Hayabusa's suspension runs KYB inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped, fully adjustable at the front. The rear uses KYB link type, coil spring, oil damped. Fork-seal condition and rear linkage play are the two things worth checking before buying used.

Final drive maintenance

The GSX 1300R Hayabusa uses chain final drive, which is cheap to replace but needs regular cleaning, lubrication and tension checks to get a full service life out of the sprockets.

Frame & chassis check

Built around a Twin-spar aluminium frame and swingarm, the GSX 1300R Hayabusa's chassis is straightforward to inspect: look for corrosion, cracks or repair welds around stress points like the head-stock and swingarm mounts.

Handling the weight at a standstill

264kg puts the GSX 1300R Hayabusa toward the heavier end of its class. It's most noticeable at walking pace; once underway the mass settles into the handling rather than fighting it.

GSX 1300R Hayabusa - Buying & Maintenance Guide

What to check before buying

Before handing over money for a used 2021 Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa, cover the fundamentals: service book and oil change history, chain and sprocket wear, and any sign of oil weeping around the casings. Cold-starting it yourself tells you a lot - a healthy GSX 1300R Hayabusa should catch quickly and settle into a smooth idle.

Oil and filter changes

Nothing protects a GSX 1300R Hayabusa's engine like disciplined oil changes - stay on the manufacturer's schedule (roughly every 6,000 km or annually). Match the viscosity grade to what the owner's manual specifies, not what's cheapest.

Fuel system care

Fuel injection on the GSX 1300R Hayabusa needs little attention beyond decent fuel and an occasional system-cleaner additive. Anything left standing for three months or more should have its fuel drained and replaced before it varnishes the injectors.

2021 Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa - Frequently Asked Questions

What engine does the 2021 Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa have?
The 2021 Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa uses a Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder engine with 1340 cc of displacement. It is liquid cooled.
How much does the 2021 Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa weigh?
The 2021 Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa weighs 264kg. This is the manufacturer's wet figure.
How much power does the 2021 Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa make?
The 2021 Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa produces 187.7hp @ 9700rpm of power and 150Nm @ 7000rpm of torque. These are peak figures.
What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2021 Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa?
The 2021 Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa has a 20-litre fuel tank. At around 5-6 litres per 100 km, that is roughly 333-400 km between stops.
Is the 2021 Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa suitable for shorter riders?
The 2021 Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa has a seat height of 800 mm. This is a moderate seat height that suits a wide range of rider heights.
What brakes does the 2021 Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa have?
The 2021 Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa uses 2 x 320mm floating discs, Brembo Stylema 4 piston calipers, fully adjustable at the front and Single 260mm floating disc, Nissin 1 piston caliper, fully adjustable at the rear.
What tyre sizes does the 2021 Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa use?
The 2021 Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa runs 1120/70ZR17M/C front and 190/50ZR17M/C rear tyres. A good selection of sport, touring and all-weather rubber is available in these sizes.
What gearbox does the 2021 Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa have?
The 2021 Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa is fitted with a 6 Speed constant mesh transmission.

Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa Spec Evolution

The Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa was produced across 24 model years (1999-2023). The table below highlights the key specifications that changed across the production run - useful whether you are comparing years or tracking down a specific variant.

Specification 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
Max Power 127.6 kW / 175 hp @ 9800 rpm 127.6 kW / 175 hp @ 9800 rpm 127.6 kW / 175 hp @ 9800 rpm 127.6 kW / 175 hp @ 9800 rpm 127.6 kW / 175 hp @ 9800 rpm 127.6 kW / 175 hp @ 9800 rpm 127.6 kW / 175 hp @ 9800 rpm 127.6 kW / 175 hp @ 9800 rpm 127.6 kW / 175 hp @ 9800 rpm 146 kW / 195.7 hp @ 9800 rpm 146 kW / 195.7 hp @ 9800 rpm 146 kW / 195.7 hp @ 9800 rpm 146 kW / 195.7 hp @ 9800 rpm 146 kW / 195.7 hp @ 9800 rpm 146 kW / 195.7 hp @ 9800 rpm 146 kW / 195.7 hp @ 9800 rpm 146 kW / 195.7 hp @ 9800 rpm 146 kW / 195.7 hp @ 9800 rpm 146 kW / 195.7 hp @ 9800 rpm 146 kW / 195.7 hp @ 9800 rpm 146 kW / 195.7 hp @ 9800 rpm 187.7hp / 140kW @ 9700rpm 187.7hp / 140kW @ 9700rpm 187.7hp / 140kW @ 9700rpm
Wet Weight 248.0 kg / 546.7 lbs - 249 kg / 549 lbs 249 kg / 549 lbs 249 kg / 549 lbs 249 kg / 549 lbs 249 kg / 549 lbs 249 kg / 549 lbs 249 kg / 549 lbs 266 kg / 586 lbs 266 kg / 586 lbs 266 kg / 586 lbs 266 kg / 586 lbs 266 kg / 586 lbs 266 kg / 586 lbs 266 kg / 586 lbs 266 kg / 586 lbs 266 kg / 586 lbs 266 kg / 586 lbs 266 kg / 586 lbs 266 kg / 586 lbs 264kg / 582 lbs 264kg / 582 lbs 264kg / 582 lbs
Dry Weight 217 kg / 480 lbs 217 kg / 480 lbs 221.5 kg / 488.3 lbs 221.5 kg / 488.3 lbs 221.5 kg / 488.3 lbs 221.5 kg / 488.3 lbs 221.5 kg / 488.3 lbs 221.5 kg / 488.3 lbs 221.5 kg / 488.3 lbs 220 kg / 485 lbs 220 kg / 485.0 lbs 220 kg / 485 lbs 220 kg / 485 lbs 220 kg / 485 lbs 220 kg / 485 lbs 220 kg / 485 lbs 220 kg / 485 lbs 220 kg / 485 lbs 220 kg / 485 lbs 220 kg / 485 lbs 220 kg / 485 lbs 220 kg / 485 lbs 220 kg / 485 lbs 220 kg / 485 lbs
Engine Type In-line four - In-line four In-line four In-line four In-line four In-line four - - In-line four Single cylinder - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Top Speed 306 km/h / 190.1 mph 299.3 km/h / 186 mph 300.0 km/h / 186.4 mph - - - - - - 296.9 km/h / 184.49 mph 296.9 km/h / 184.49 mph 296.9 km/h / 184.49 mph 296.9 km/h / 184.49 mph 296.9 km/h / 184.49 mph 296.9 km/h / 184.49 mph 296.9 km/h / 184.49 mph 296.9 km/h / 184.49 mph 296.9 km/h / 184.49 mph 296.9 km/h / 184.49 mph 296.9 km/h / 184.49 mph 296.9 km/h / 184.49 mph - - -
Seat Height 805 mm / 31.7 in 805 mm / 31.7 in 805 mm / 31.7 in 805 mm / 31.7 in 805 mm / 31.7 in 805 mm / 31.7 in 805 mm / 31.7 in 805 mm / 31.7 in 805 mm / 31.7 in 805 mm / 31.7 in 805 mm / 31.7 in 805 mm / 31.7 in 805 mm / 31.7 in 805 mm / 31.7 in 805 mm / 31.7 in 805 mm / 31.7 in 805 mm / 31.7 in 805 mm / 31.7 in 805 mm / 31.7 in 805 mm / 31.7 in 805 mm / 31.7 in 800 mm / 31.5 in 800 mm / 31.5 in 800 mm / 31.5 in
Fuel Capacity 21 Litres / 5.5 US gal / 4.6 Imp gal 21 Litres / 5.5 US gal / 4.6 Imp gal 21 Litres / 5.5 US gal / 4.6 Imp gal 21 Litres / 5.5 US gal / 4.6 Imp gal 21 Litres / 5.5 US gal / 4.6 Imp gal 21 Litres / 5.5 US gal / 4.6 Imp gal 21 Litres / 5.5 US gal / 4.6 Imp gal 21 Litres / 5.5 US gal / 4.6 Imp gal 21 Litres / 5.5 US gal / 4.6 Imp gal 21 Litres / 5.5 US gal / 4.6 Imp gal 21 Litres / 5.5 US gal / 4.6 Imp gal 21 Litres / 5.5 US gal / 4.6 Imp gal 21 Litres / 5.5 US gal / 4.6 Imp gal 21 Litres / 5.5 US gal / 4.6 Imp gal 21 Litres / 5.5 US gal / 4.6 Imp gal 21 Litres / 5.5 US gal / 4.6 Imp gal 21 Litres / 5.5 US gal / 4.6 Imp gal 21 Litres / 5.5 US gal / 4.6 Imp gal 21 Litres / 5.5 US gal / 4.6 Imp gal 21 Litres / 5.5 US gal / 4.6 Imp gal 21 Litres / 5.5 US gal / 4.6 Imp gal 20 Litres / 5.3 US gal 20 Litres / 5.3 US gal 20 Litres / 5.3 US gal
Frame Type Twin-spar (Aluminum Alloy) Twin-spar (Aluminum Alloy) Twin-spar steel Twin-spar steel Twin-spar steel Twin-spar steel Twin-spar steel Twin-spar steel Twin-spar steel Design (Material): Twin-spar (aluminum alloy) Design (Material): Twin-spar (aluminum alloy) Design (Material): Twin-spar (aluminum alloy) Design (Material): Twin-spar (aluminum alloy) Design (Material): Twin-spar (aluminum alloy) Design (Material): Twin-spar (aluminum alloy) Design (Material): Twin-spar (aluminum alloy) Design (Material): Twin-spar (aluminum alloy) Design (Material): Twin-spar (aluminum alloy) Design (Material): Twin-spar (aluminum alloy) Design (Material): Twin-spar (aluminum alloy) Design (Material): Twin-spar (aluminum alloy) Twin-spar aluminium frame and swingarm Twin-spar aluminium frame and swingarm Twin-spar aluminium frame and swingarm

Key Specifications

Engine

Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder

Power

187.7hp / 140kW @ 9700rpm

Torque

150Nm / 110.6 lb-ft @ 7000rpm

Top Speed

Not published by manufacturer

Weight

264kg / 582 lbs

Fuel Capacity

20 Litres / 5.3 US gal

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Full 2021 Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa Specifications

Year 2021
Make Model Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa
Seat Height 800 mm / 31.5 in
Wheelbase 1480 mm / 58.3in
Ground Clearance 125 mm / 4.9 in
Height 1165mm / 45.9 in
Length 2180 mm / 85.8 in
Width 735 mm / 28.9 in
Dry Weight 220 kg / 485 lbs
Fuel Capacity 20 Litres / 5.3 US gal
Wet Weight 264kg / 582 lbs
Max Power 187.7hp / 140kW @ 9700rpm
Max Torque 150Nm / 110.6 lb-ft @ 7000rpm
Displacement 1340 cc / 81.8 cu-in
Engine Detail Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Bore x Stroke 81 x 65 mm
Compression Ratio 12.5:1
Cooling System Liquid cooled
Fuel Induction Fuel injection with Ride-by-Wire throttle bodies
Ignition Electronic ignition (transistorized)
Lubrication Wet sump
Starter Electric
Clutch Wet, multi-plate type, SCAS-equipped
Final Drive Drive chain, RK GB50GSVZ4, 114L
Transmission / Drive 6 Speed constant mesh
Frame Type Twin-spar aluminium frame and swingarm
Suspension - Front KYB inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped, fully adjustable
Suspension - Rear KYB link type, coil spring, oil damped
Rake 23°
Trail 90 mm / 3.54 in
Equipment / Features Suzuki Drive Mode Selector Alpha (SDMS-α) featuring a selection of three factory pre-sets and three user definable modes. Motion Track Traction Control System (10 modes + OFF), Power Mode Selector (three modes), Bi-directional Quick Shift System (two modes + OFF), Anti-lift Control System (10 modes + OFF), Engine Brake Control System (three modes + OFF), Active Speed Limiter, Launch Control System (three modes), Emergency Stop Signal, Suzuki Easy Start System, Low RPM Assist, Cruise Control System, Combined Brake System, Motion Track Brake System, Slope Dependent Control System, Hill Hold Control System
Brakes - Front 2 x 320mm floating discs, Brembo Stylema 4 piston calipers, fully adjustable
Brakes - Rear Single 260mm floating disc, Nissin 1 piston caliper, fully adjustable
ABS Standard
Tyres - Front 1120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless
Tyres - Rear 190/50ZR17M/C (73W), tubeless
Wheels - Front 17 M/C x MT3.50, cast aluminum alloy
Wheels - Rear 17 M/C x MT6.00, cast aluminum alloy

Specifications are compiled from manufacturer documentation and cross-referenced technical sources, and corrected on an ongoing basis. Spot an error? Let us know.

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