Suzuki GSX 600 F - [1994] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.

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Performance Review: Suzuki GSX 600 F - [1994]

Suzuki GSX 600 F - [1994]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

Edition: Suzuki GSX 600 F
Year: 1994 | Type: Standard
Engine: 599 cc (36.5 ci) 16 Valve
Engine Type: Wankel | Cylinders: 4
Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: DOHC
Fuel Delivery: Carburettor
Cooling: Air - Liquid | Fuel Type: Petrol
Transmission: 6 speed | Manual
Drive: Chain
Wet Weight: 219 kgs (482 lbs)
Dry Weight: 200 kgs (440 lbs)
Power: 87 bhp (64 kW) @ 11000 rpm
Torque: 44.0 lb-ft (59.6 Nm) @ 9600 rpm
BHP Per Ton: 397.2 bhp
Torque Per Ton: 200.9 lb-ft
0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 9.3 secs
0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 9.5 secs
Top Speed: 138 mph (222.0 kph)
1/4 Mile (Est.): 13.36 secs @ 1 mph
Frame: Steel

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Suzuki GSX 600 Performance Review.

Introduction:

This edition of the Suzuki GSX 600 F is the 6 speed | Manual version and was first brought out in 1994. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 1995 Suzuki RGV 250 V-Twin and the 1994 Suzuki RGV 250 V-Twin.This particular Suzuki GSX 600 has a 599cc Air - Liquid cooled, Two stroke, Wankel Petrol powerplant with 4 cylinders and Carburettor.

An alternative Wankel engine, Standard style motorbike includes the Yamaha XSR 700 Twin - [2020]

The 1994 GSX 600 shares its Wankel engine and Standard style configuration with the likes of the 2020 Yamaha XSR 700 Twin and the 2018 Yamaha XSR 700 Twin. Alternatively, if you're looking for other bikes which share the GSX 600's Standard style with a similar size of engine then how about the 2024 Kawasaki Z7 Hybrid | 2024cc.1965 Kawasaki W1 650 | 1965cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 219 kgs (482 lbs) this makes the Suzuki GSX 600 F in the same weight category as the 2025 Yamaha Ténéré 700 or the 2025 Yamaha YZF-R9 Triple, give or take 50kg.

Yamaha Tï¿½nï¿½rï¿½ 700 Rally - [2025] image

The 1994 Suzuki GSX 600 shares the same bhp with the Yamaha Ténéré 700 Rally - [2025]

In terms of power the 599cc 16 valve Wankel 4 cylinder engine produces 87 bhp (64 kW) @ 11000 rpm similar to the 2025 Yamaha Ténéré 700 Rally [72.4 bhp (53 kW) @ 9000 rpm] or the 2025 Yamaha Ténéré 700 [72.4 bhp (53 kW) @ 9000 rpm].

The DOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 44.0 lb-ft (59.6 Nm) @ 9600 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Yamaha MT-09 Y-AMT [68.5 lb-ft (93.0 Nm) @ 7000 rpm] and the 2025 Yamaha Ténéré 700 Rally [50.2 lb-ft (68.0 Nm) @ 6500 rpm].

Power to Weight:

If one combines the weight with power or torque performance for the Suzuki GSX 600 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

The 2022 Honda NT 1100 Manual has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 1994 Suzuki GSX 600 F.

The 1994 Suzuki GSX 600 F has a Power to weight ratio of 397.2 bhp per ton and 200.9 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 1994 GSX 600 competing with the 2022 Honda NT 1100 Manual [422.2 bhp\ton] and the 2022 Honda CRF 1100 L Africa Twin Adventure Sports [422.2 bhp\ton].

Power to Weight(cont.):

If you agree with the late great Carroll Shelby, then arguably an even better indicator of potential performance is Torque. Factor weight into the equation and you end up with - Torque per ton, with the Suzuki GSX 600 generating around 200.9 lb-ft per ton. If you're curious as to what other motorbikes have as much torque to weight then look no further than the 1988 Yamaha FZR 750 R Genesis [225.9 lb-ft per ton] and the 2008 Yamaha FZ6 S 2 Fazer [225.9 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 9.3 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 9.5 secs, this makes the Suzuki GSX 600 F similar in acceleration to the 2024 Honda CRF 1100 L Africa Twin Adventure Sports (9.3 secs) and the 2023 Yamaha YZF-R7 DOHC (9.3 secs). This Suzuki GSX 600 F also competes in terms of 0-60 mph and 0-100km/h with the 2018 Honda CB 250 R Neo Sports Cafe (0.0 secs) and the 2020 Norton Superlight SS (0.4 secs).

Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 1994 Suzuki GSX 600 F and the 1997 Buell-EBR M2 Cyclone MK1

When talking about the performance of the 1994 Suzuki GSX 600 F on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 11.9 secs @ 1 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 1997 Buell-EBR M2 Cyclone MK1 (11.9 secs) and the 1988 Suzuki GSX 600 F (11.9 secs).

Top Speed:

The 1994 version of the Suzuki GSX 600 F has a maximum speed of 138mph.

Top Speed of the 1994 GSX 600 equals the 2022 Suzuki Katana 1000

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 1994 Suzuki GSX 600 F then how about a 2022 Suzuki Katana 1000 (149 mph) and the 2021 Suzuki Katana 1000 (149 mph).