Suzuki GSX-R 600 DOHC - [2012] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.

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Performance Review: Suzuki GSX-R 600 DOHC - [2012]

Suzuki GSX-R 600 DOHC - [2012]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

Edition: Suzuki GSX-R 600 DOHC
Year: 2012 | 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: 187 kgs (412 lbs)
Dry Weight: 160 kgs (352 lbs)
Power: 125 bhp (93 kW) @ 13500 rpm
Torque: 49.9 lb-ft (67.6 Nm) @ 11500 rpm
BHP Per Ton: 668.4 bhp
Torque Per Ton: 266.8 lb-ft
0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 5.5 secs
0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 5.7 secs
Top Speed: 157 mph (252.6 kph)
1/4 Mile (Est.): 13.05 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 2012. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 2012 Buell-EBR 1190RS V-Twin and the 2013 Kawasaki ZX-10 R Ninja.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 2012 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 187 kgs (412 lbs) this makes the Suzuki GSX-R 600 DOHC in the same weight category as the 2025 Yamaha Ténéré 700 or the 2025 Yamaha YZF-R9 Triple, give or take 50kg.

The 2012 Suzuki GSX-R 600 shares the same bhp with the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ - [2025]

In terms of power the 599cc 16 valve Transverse 4 cylinder engine produces 125 bhp (93 kW) @ 13500 rpm similar to the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ [119 bhp (88 kW) @ 10000 rpm] or the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 Triple [119 bhp (88 kW) @ 10000 rpm].

The DOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 49.9 lb-ft (67.6 Nm) @ 11500 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ [68.5 lb-ft (93.0 Nm) @ 7000 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.

The 2007 Yamaha YZF-600 R6 has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 2012 Suzuki GSX-R 600 DOHC.

The 2012 Suzuki GSX-R 600 DOHC has a Power to weight ratio of 668.4 bhp per ton and 266.8 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 2012 GSX-R 600 competing with the 2007 Yamaha YZF-600 R6 [688.4 bhp\ton] and the 2007 Yamaha YZF-600 R6 Fiat Moto GP Replica [688.4 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 266.8 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 1981 Suzuki GSX 1100 SX Katana [291.7 lb-ft per ton] and the 1985 Suzuki GSX 1100 S Katana [291.7 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 5.5 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 5.7 secs, this makes the Suzuki GSX-R 600 DOHC similar in acceleration to the 2021 Honda CB 1000 R Black Edition (5.5 secs) and the 2021 Kawasaki ZX-6 R Ninja (5.5 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 2012 Suzuki GSX-R 600 DOHC and the 2020 Yamaha MT-09 Triple

When talking about the performance of the 2012 Suzuki GSX-R 600 DOHC on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 11.1 secs @ 0 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 2020 Yamaha MT-09 Triple (11.1 secs) and the 2007 Suzuki GSF 1250 S Bandit ABS (11.1 secs).

Top Speed:

The 2012 version of the Suzuki GSX-R 600 DOHC has a maximum speed of 157mph.

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Top Speed of the 2012 GSX-R 600 equals the 2010 Suzuki GSX-R 750 Limited Edition

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 2012 Suzuki GSX-R 600 DOHC then how about a 2010 Suzuki GSX-R 750 Limited Edition (168 mph) and the 2010 Suzuki GSX-R 750 DOHC (168 mph).