Suzuki GSX-R 600 DOHC - [2004] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.

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Performance Review: Suzuki GSX-R 600 DOHC - [2004]

Suzuki GSX-R 600 DOHC - [2004]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

Edition: Suzuki GSX-R 600 DOHC
Year: 2004 | Type: Sport
Engine: 599 cc (36.5 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: 193 kgs (425 lbs)
Dry Weight: 161 kgs (354 lbs)
Power: 124 bhp (92 kW) @ 13000 rpm
Torque: 51.2 lb-ft (69.5 Nm) @ 10800 rpm
BHP Per Ton: 642.4 bhp
Torque Per Ton: 265.8 lb-ft
0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 5.8 secs
0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 5.9 secs
Top Speed: 158 mph (254.2 kph)
1/4 Mile (Est.): 13.09 secs @ 0 mph
Frame: Aluminium

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Suzuki GSX-R 600 Performance Review.

Introduction:

This edition of the Suzuki GSX-R 600 DOHC is the 6 speed / Manual version and was first brought out in 2004. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 2005 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Matte Black Limited Edition and the 2005 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 DOHC.This particular Suzuki GSX-R 600 has a 599cc Liquid cooled, Two stroke, Transverse Petrol powerplant with 4 cylinders and Electronic Fuel Injection.

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

The 2004 GSX-R 600 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 600's Sport style with a similar size of engine then how about the 2024 Honda CBR 650 R | 2024cc.2022 Honda CBR 650 R | 2022cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 193 kgs (425 lbs) this makes the Suzuki GSX-R 600 DOHC in the same weight category as the 2025 Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC SE or the 2025 Yamaha Ténéré 700, give or take 50kg.

The 2004 Suzuki GSX-R 600 shares the same bhp with the Yamaha Tracer 9 Triple - [2025]

In terms of power the 599cc 16 valve Transverse 4 cylinder engine produces 124 bhp (92 kW) @ 13000 rpm similar to the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 Triple [119 bhp (88 kW) @ 10000 rpm] or the 2025 Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC SE [123 bhp (91 kW) @ 9500 rpm].

The DOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 51.2 lb-ft (69.5 Nm) @ 10800 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Honda X-ADV 745 [50.9 lb-ft (69.0 Nm) @ 4750 rpm] and the 2025 Yamaha YZF-R9 Triple [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 600 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

Yamaha YZF1000 R Thunder ace - [1997] image

The 1997 Yamaha YZF1000 R Thunder ace has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 2004 Suzuki GSX-R 600 DOHC.

The 2004 Suzuki GSX-R 600 DOHC has a Power to weight ratio of 642.4 bhp per ton and 265.8 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 2004 GSX-R 600 competing with the 1997 Yamaha YZF1000 R Thunder ace [665.1 bhp\ton] and the 2000 Yamaha YZF1000 R Thunder ace [665.1 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 600 generating around 265.8 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 1985 Suzuki GSX-R 750 F [290.8 lb-ft per ton] and the 2008 Suzuki Boulevard - Intruder C 109 RT [289.2 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 5.8 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 5.9 secs, this makes the Suzuki GSX-R 600 DOHC similar in acceleration to the 2020 Honda CBR 600 RR (5.8 secs) and the 2020 Honda CBR 600 RR (5.8 secs). This Suzuki GSX-R 600 DOHC 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 2004 Suzuki GSX-R 600 DOHC and the 2004 Kawasaki Z 750 DOHC

When talking about the performance of the 2004 Suzuki GSX-R 600 DOHC on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 11.2 secs @ 0 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 2004 Kawasaki Z 750 DOHC (11.2 secs) and the 2009 Kawasaki GTR 1400 Concours 14 (11.2 secs).

Top Speed:

The 2004 version of the Suzuki GSX-R 600 DOHC has a maximum speed of 158mph.

Top Speed of the 2004 GSX-R 600 equals the 2006 Honda VTR 1000 RC51 SP2

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 2004 Suzuki GSX-R 600 DOHC then how about a 2006 Honda VTR 1000 RC51 SP2 (169 mph) and the 2005 Honda VTR 1000 RC51 SP2 (169 mph).