Suzuki GSX-S 1000 SERT Yoshimura Limited Edition - [2021] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.
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Performance Review: Suzuki GSX-S 1000 SERT Yoshimura Limited Edition - [2021]

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Suzuki GSX-S 1000 SERT Yoshimura Limited Edition - [2021]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

  • Edition: Suzuki GSX-S 1000 SERT Yoshimura Limited Edition
  • Year: 2021 | Type: Standard
  • Engine: 999 cc (60.9 ci) 16 Valve
  • Engine Type: Wankel | 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: 214 kgs (471 lbs)
  • Dry Weight: 0 kgs (0 lbs)
  • Power: 150 bhp (111 kW) @ 11000 rpm
  • Torque: 79.5 lb-ft (107.9 Nm) @ 9500 rpm
  • BHP Per Ton: 700.9 bhp
  • Torque Per Ton: 371.9 lb-ft
  • 0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 5.3 secs
  • 0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 5.4 secs
  • Top Speed: 145 mph (233.3 kph)
  • 1/4 Mile (Est.): 12.89 secs @ 0 mph
  • Frame: Aluminium
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Suzuki GSX-S 1000 Performance Review.

Introduction:

This edition of the Suzuki GSX-S 1000 SERT Yoshimura Limited Edition is the 6 speed | Manual version and was first brought out in 2021. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 2022 Honda CBR 650 R and the 2022 Honda CBR 1000 RR-R Fireblade SP 30th Anniver.This particular Suzuki GSX-S 1000 has a 999cc Liquid cooled, Two stroke, Wankel Petrol powerplant with 4 cylinders and Electronic Fuel Injection.

Yamaha XSR 700 Twin - [2020] image

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

The 2021 GSX-S 1000 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-S 1000's Standard style with a similar size of engine then how about the 2020 Yamaha XSR 700 Twin | 2020cc.2018 Yamaha XSR 700 Twin | 2018cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 214 kgs (471 lbs) this makes the Suzuki GSX-S 1000 SERT Yoshimura Limited Edition in the same weight category as the 2025 Yamaha YZF-R9 Triple or the 2025 Yamaha Tenere 700 Rally, give or take 50kg.

Suzuki GSX-S 1000 GX- GX+ - [2024] image

The 2021 Suzuki GSX-S 1000 shares the same bhp with the Suzuki GSX-S 1000 GX- GX+ - [2024]

In terms of power the 999cc 16 valve Wankel 4 cylinder engine produces 150 bhp (111 kW) @ 11000 rpm similar to the 2024 Suzuki GSX-S 1000 GX- GX+ [152 bhp (113 kW) @ 11000 rpm] or the 2022 Suzuki GSX-S 1000 GT [150 bhp (111 kW) @ 11000 rpm].

The DOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 79.5 lb-ft (107.9 Nm) @ 9500 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 MT-09 Y-AMT [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-S 1000 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport - [2014] image

The 2014 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 2021 Suzuki GSX-S 1000 SERT Yoshimura Limited Edition.

The 2021 Suzuki GSX-S 1000 SERT Yoshimura Limited Edition has a Power to weight ratio of 700.9 bhp per ton and 371.9 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 2021 GSX-S 1000 competing with the 2014 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport [719.6 bhp\ton] and the 2001 Kawasaki ZX-9 R Ninja [712.8 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-S 1000 generating around 371.9 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 2010 Yamaha V-Max 1.7 [396.8 lb-ft per ton] and the 2015 Yamaha V-Max 1.7 [396.8 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 5.3 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 5.4 secs, this makes the Suzuki GSX-S 1000 SERT Yoshimura Limited Edition similar in acceleration to the 2021 Suzuki GSX-S 1000 DOHC (5.3 secs) and the 2019 Suzuki GSX-S 1000 F (5.3 secs). This Suzuki GSX-S 1000 SERT Yoshimura 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).

Kawasaki ZX-7 RR Ninja - [1996] image

Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 2021 Suzuki GSX-S 1000 SERT Yoshimura Limited Edition and the 1996 Kawasaki ZX-7 RR Ninja

When talking about the performance of the 2021 Suzuki GSX-S 1000 SERT Yoshimura Limited Edition on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 10.7 secs @ 0 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 1996 Kawasaki ZX-7 RR Ninja (10.7 secs) and the 2010 Yamaha FZ1 Fazer (10.7 secs).

Top Speed:

The 2021 version of the Suzuki GSX-S 1000 SERT Yoshimura Limited Edition has a maximum speed of 145mph.

Honda VFR 1200 FA DCT - [2017] image

Top Speed of the 2021 GSX-S 1000 equals the 2017 Honda VFR 1200 FA DCT

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 2021 Suzuki GSX-S 1000 SERT Yoshimura Limited Edition then how about a 2017 Honda VFR 1200 FA DCT (156 mph) and the 2014 Honda VFR 1200 FA DCT (156 mph).

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