Category:
Hyperbike, Sportbike
Reputation:
Legendary performance, significant power for its era
Competitors 1996:
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-9R, Honda CBR900RR FireBlade, Yamaha YZF1000R Thunderace
Engine Type:
Inline-four, liquid-cooled
Suspension:
Telescopic front forks, Monoshock rear suspension
Braking:
Dual front disc brakes, single rear disc brake
Engine:
Full disassembly, assembly, tuning, troubleshooting
Fuel System:
Carburetor service, fuel pump, fuel tank, lines
Ignition System:
Ignition timing, coil replacement, spark plugs
Cooling System:
Radiator, fan, coolant, thermostat
Transmission:
Clutch, gearbox, internal components, fluid changes
Chassis Suspension:
Front forks, rear shock absorber, linkage, bearings
Brakes:
Front and rear brake systems, caliper service, fluid bleeding
Electrical System:
Wiring diagrams, battery, charging system, lighting, sensors
Frame Bodywork:
Frame inspection, fairings, seat, controls
Wheels Tires:
Wheel bearings, tire pressure, mounting
Exhaust System:
Muffler, headers, gasket replacement
Routine Maintenance:
Oil changes, filter replacement, chain adjustment, spark plug checks
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic charts, symptom-based problem solving
Engine Rebuild:
Piston replacement, ring installation, cylinder honing, valve adjustments
Carburetor Tuning:
Synchronization, jetting, idle speed adjustment
Suspension Setup:
Fork oil replacement, spring preload adjustment, shock damping
Brake Overhaul:
Master cylinder service, caliper rebuild, pad replacement
Electrical Diagnostics:
Fault finding for charging, ignition, and lighting systems
Detail Level:
Comprehensive from basic checks to complete overhaul
Diagrams Illustrations:
Detailed exploded views, wiring diagrams, and step-by-step photos (typical for such manuals)
Torque Specifications:
All critical fastener torque values included
Bore X Stroke:
78.0 mm x 74.0 mm
Compression Ratio:
10.8:1
Valve Train:
DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Horsepower Estimate:
Approx. 140-150 hp @ 9,500 rpm
Torque Estimate:
Approx. 78-82 lb-ft @ 7,500 rpm
Carburetion:
Mikuni BST40 carburetors (x4)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline, minimum 91 octane
Engine Oil Change:
Every 3,000 miles or 6 months
Oil Filter Replacement:
With every oil change
Chain Lubrication Adjustment:
Every 600 miles or after riding in wet conditions
Valve Clearance Check:
Every 7,500 miles or 12 months
Engine Oil Type:
SAE 10W-40 API SG or higher motorcycle oil
Coolant Type:
Suzuki Super Long Life Coolant or equivalent (50/50 mix of ethylene glycol and distilled water)
Transmission Oil Type:
SAE 80 API GL-4 gear oil
Common Wear Items:
Cam chain tensioner (can become noisy), regulator/rectifier failure, clutch wear
Carburetor Issues:
Can require periodic cleaning and synchronization due to age and fuel quality
Suspension Wear:
Fork seals and rear shock damping can degrade over time
Suzuki Sport Lineage:
Continuation of the GSX-R lineage, known for performance and racing DNA
Gsxr1100 Development:
Third generation of the GSX-R1100, featuring chassis and engine refinements over earlier models
Manufacturing Location:
Japan
Production Years Relevant:
1993-1998 (This WT designation refers to the 1996 model)