October 24,2001
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1.GSX-R/4
The GSX-R/4 is a proposed concept car that is designed to pursue the “feeling of unification of its driver and the machine in the way no other conventional sport cars have done. It offers nimble and direct drivability utilizing Suzuki’s motorcycle expertise of a high performance small engine, and weight-saving technologies as a specialty manufacture of compact automotive vehicles.

Various motorcycle technologies are adopted in every part of the GSX-R/4. Mounted on the rear-mid is 1.3-liter engine of the Hayabusa (GSX1300R) delivering maximum output of 129kW(175ps)/9800rpm and maximum torque of 138Nm/7000rpm. This world-class engine offers high-rpm performance that could not be achieved by any normal automobile engine.

At the same time, Advanced Safety Vehicle (ASV) technologies are applied to enable the drivers to experience the feeling of driver-to-machine unity, in addition to its fundamental function to enhance safety driving, optimizing the driver’s technique.
‹Features›
1.3L DOHC engine of the ultimate sport motorcycle "Hayabusa" mounted on the rear-mid
Aluminum space frame
Distinctive exterior design representing the concept "unification of motorcycle and automobile", including aluminum frame, bared suspension mechanism, bared engine
Easy-to-tune and height adjustable suspensions
Detachable lightweight recycled-plastic body panels for easy customizing
"GSX-R4 Advanced Navigation System" and CCD on-board camera
"Circuit navigation function" to assist both beginners and experienced drivers in circuit driving
"Vehicle setting function" to modify engine settings
Indicates positions and lap time of other competitors in the circuit
"Replay function" with which the drivers can review their own drive afterwards. The recorded data can be saved in a computer at home.
"Wrist Mount System", sponsored by Seiko Instruments Inc., that searves as a door-lock releaser, identification of the driver, wireless communication tool via LAN, and hand-free mobile phone
Light and supportive bucket seats
Luggage space behind the seats to store two helmets
‹Specifications›
Dimension Overall length
3,550mm
Overall width 1,730mm
Overall height 1,010mm
Wheelbase 2,450mm
Ground clearance 100mm
Curb weight 640kg
Engine Piston displacement 1,299 cc
Valve arrangement DOHC-16valve
Max.Power 129kW(175ps)/9,800rpm
Max.Torque 138Nm/7,000rpm
Transmission 6-speed sequential
Driven wheel Rear
Brakes Front / Rear Disc
Suspension Front / Rear Double wishbone
Tire size Front 185/45R20
Rear 195/45R20
Maximum speed 220km/h (Target)
Seating 2
Fuel tank capacity 33 litter




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