Introducing the all-new 2001 GSX-R1000. A bike that will let you own the racetrack no matter which full-bore class you ride. Developed by the GSX-R750 design team, the GSX-R1000 is a masterpiece of Suzuki's integrated design philosophy. Externally, it isn't much bigger than the GSX-R750. It weighs only 10 pounds more, with nearly identical wheelbase, width and length. External dimensions, though, don't tell the whole story. The GSX-R1000 has its own measurements, calculated to match its increased power output. Its new twin-spar aluminum alloy frame is beefier and it has a slightly longer swing arm, which puts more weight on the front wheel. Rake and trail mirror the GSX-R750's, as do the seating position and the relationship between the handlebar, seat and footpegs. One other thing the GSX-R1000 shares with the GSX-R750 is the response it gets when you ride it. Anyone who takes the GSX-R1000 out on the track and pushes it hard comes back with the same enthusiastic comments. Crisp. Solid. Unbelievably responsive.

To help provide controlled responsiveness in tight turns as well as high-speed sweepers, the GSX-R1000 features fully adjustable inverted cartridge front forks and a fully adjustable piggyback-reservoir shock in the rear. It also has lighter six-piston front brake calipers, a lighter and smaller rear caliper, a larger rear wheel and tire, and a larger drive chain.

Like the chassis, the GSX-R1000's engine is externally nearly identical to the GSX-R750's. It's the same width, and just 14mm taller and 6mm longer front-to-rear. Inside, though, it has a one-millimeter larger bore and 13-millimeter longer stroke, which helps its produce incredible power across an extremely wide powerband.

The GSX-R1000 also incorporates some all-new designs. It has an all-new digitally controlled Suzuki Exhaust Tuning system, which uses a butterfly valve to change the volume of the exhaust system. It actually tunes the exhaust pipe to suit running conditions and improve torque across the powerband. It also features a refined version of the GSX-R750's Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve (SDTV) fuel injection system, with a computer-operated secondary throttle butterfly valve in each throttle body. Basically, this system allows it to operate like a digital constant-velocity carburetor, with smooth throttle response even if you open the throttle quickly at relatively low engine rpm.

The introduction of the full line of new-generation GSX-R supersport bikes is now complete. Which means that with the GSX-R1000, the racetrack is yours.