2011 Suzuki GSXR1000 Street Smackdown Photo Gallery

2011 Suzuki GSXR1000 Street Smackdown
The Suzuki GSXR-1000 feels like one of the larger bikes in this comparison which could be a good thing or bad thing depending on preference.

Motorcycle USA compares the latest 2011 liter-class Superbike Smackdown sportbike comparison. Read about it in the 2011 Suzuki GSX-R1000 Street Comparison review.

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As you can see the slipper-clutch works well as test rider Brian Steeves demonstrates.
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2011 Suzuki GSXR1000 Street Smackdown
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The 2009 Suzuki GSX-R1000 has an stable and well composed chassis.
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Meet the class of the 2011 Superbike Smackdown VIII Street shootout.
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From carving canyons to commuting on the freeway the Suzuki GSX-R1000 can do it all.
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2011 Suzuki GSXR1000 Street Smackdown
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The Suzuki GSX-R1000 cockpit ranks right up there in terms of comfort.
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2011 Suzuki GSX-R1000 retails for $13,599.
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A broad upper fairing and tall windscreen make the Gixxer’s cockpit one of the more comfortable at speed.
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The Suzuki GSX-R1000’s engine has a high-level of character for a Japanese bike and is fun to ride.
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The Suzuki GSX-R1000 has one of the most powerful engines available and delivers the broadest spread of power amongst the Inline-Fours.
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Some of testers weren’t fond of the GSX-R1000’s styling.
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Mid-range and top-end engine performance were strong and well received by our testers.
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While more experienced riders didn’t use Suzuki’s adjustable engine maps or rookie riders really appreciated the feature.
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Power. The Suzuki GSX-R1000 has plenty.
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2011 Suzuki GSX-R1000 Superbike Smackdown Dyno
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2011 Superbike Smackdown VIII Horse Power Dyno
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2011 Superbike Smackdown VIII Torque Dyno
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The 2011 Suzuki GSX-R1000 gauge cluster is easy to read and features everything the rider needs.
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Like the Honda the Suzuki is one of the easiest bikes to hop on and go fast.
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Motorcycle USA tests the latest 2011 Superbikes on the street in the 2011 Superbike Smackdown VIII Street comparison.
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