Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Limited Edition - [2008] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.
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Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Limited Edition - [2008]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

  • Edition: Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Limited Edition
  • Year: 2008 | Type: Sport
  • Engine: 999 cc (60.9 ci) 16 Valve
  • Engine Type: Transverse | Cylinders: 4
  • Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: DOHC
  • Fuel Delivery: Electronic Fuel Injection
  • Cooling: Liquid | Fuel Type: Petrol
  • Transmission: 6 speed / Manual
  • Drive: Chain
  • Wet Weight: 192 kgs (423 lbs)
  • Dry Weight: 172 kgs (379 lbs)
  • Power: 185.1 bhp (138 kW) @ 12000 rpm
  • Torque: 86.2 lb-ft (117.0 Nm) @ 10000 rpm
  • BHP Per Ton: 964.0 bhp
  • Torque Per Ton: 449.4 lb-ft
  • 0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 3.8 secs
  • 0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 3.9 secs
  • Top Speed: 186 mph (299.3 kph)
  • 1/4 Mile (Est.): 12.81 secs @ 0 mph
  • Frame: Aluminium
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Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Performance Review.

Introduction:

This edition of the Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Limited Edition is the 6 speed / Manual version and was first brought out in 2008. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 2008 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Special Edition and the 2008 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Team Rizla Suzuki Moto GP Repl.This particular Suzuki GSX-R 1000 has a 999cc Liquid cooled, Two stroke, Transverse Petrol powerplant with 4 cylinders and Electronic Fuel Injection.

Norton Superlight SS - [2020] image

An alternative Transverse engine, Sport style motorbike includes the Norton Superlight SS - [2020]

The 2008 GSX-R 1000 shares its Transverse engine and Sport style configuration with the likes of the 2020 Norton Superlight SS and the 2019 Norton Superlight Twin. Alternatively, if you're looking for other bikes which share the GSX-R 1000's Sport style with a similar size of engine then how about the 2020 Norton Superlight SS | 2020cc.2019 Norton Superlight Twin | 2019cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 192 kgs (423 lbs) this makes the Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Limited Edition in the same weight category as the 2025 Yamaha YZF-R9 Triple or the 2025 Yamaha MT-09 Y-AMT, give or take 50kg.

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The 2008 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 shares the same bhp with the Norton V4SV 1200 One of One - [2024]

In terms of power the 999cc 16 valve Transverse 4 cylinder engine produces 185.1 bhp (138 kW) @ 12000 rpm similar to the 2024 Norton V4SV 1200 One of One [185 bhp (137 kW) @ 12500 rpm] or the 2024 Norton V4CR 1200 Cafe Racer 125th Anniversary [185 bhp (137 kW) @ 12500 rpm].

The DOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 86.2 lb-ft (117.0 Nm) @ 10000 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC [73.0 lb-ft (99.1 Nm) @ 7700 rpm] and the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT [68.5 lb-ft (93.0 Nm) @ 7000 rpm].

Power to Weight:

If one combines the weight with power or torque performance for the Suzuki GSX-R 1000 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

Kawasaki ZX-10 RR Ninja Limited Edition - [2021] image

The 2021 Kawasaki ZX-10 RR Ninja Limited Edition has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 2008 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Limited Edition.

The 2008 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Limited Edition has a Power to weight ratio of 964.0 bhp per ton and 449.4 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 2008 GSX-R 1000 competing with the 2021 Kawasaki ZX-10 RR Ninja Limited Edition [985.5 bhp\ton] and the 2024 Kawasaki ZX-10 RR Ninja Limited Edition [985.5 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-R 1000 generating around 449.4 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 1987 Honda CR 500 R [473.3 lb-ft per ton] and the 2003 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 DOHC [470.7 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 3.8 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 3.9 secs, this makes the Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Limited Edition similar in acceleration to the 2024 Kawasaki ZX-10 RR Ninja (3.8 secs) and the 2024 Kawasaki ZX-10 RR Ninja Limited Edition (3.8 secs). This Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Limited Edition 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).

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 DOHC - [2007] image

Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 2008 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Limited Edition and the 2007 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 DOHC

When talking about the performance of the 2008 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Limited Edition on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 10.5 secs @ 0 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 2007 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 DOHC (10.5 secs) and the 2003 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 DOHC (10.5 secs).

Top Speed:

The 2008 version of the Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Limited Edition has a maximum speed of 186mph.

Norton V4SV 1200 125th Anniversary - [2024] image

Top Speed of the 2008 GSX-R 1000 equals the 2024 Norton V4SV 1200 125th Anniversary

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 2008 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Limited Edition then how about a 2024 Norton V4SV 1200 125th Anniversary (200 mph) and the 2024 Norton V4SV 1200 One of One (200 mph).

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