Suzuki GSX600F (Katana 600) numbers

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Suzuki GSX600F specifications Dimensions and mass Overall length: 2,135mm (84,1 inches) Overall width: 745mm (29,3 inches) Overall height: 1,195mm (47,0 inches) Wheelbase: 1,470mm (57,9 inches) Ground clearance: 120mm (4,7 inches) Seat height: 785mm (30,9 inches) Dry weight 1988 to 1997: 200kg (441 lbs) Dry weight 1998 on: 208 kg (458 lbs) Engine Engine type: Four stroke inline-four DOHC, air/oil-cooled with SACS, TSCC. 16 valves. Piston displacement: 599 cc (36.6 cu.in.) Bore x stroke: 62,6 mm x 48,7 mm Compression ratio: 11,3:1 Carburetor 1988-1997: Mikuni BST32 x 4 Carbuteror 1998 on: Mikuni BSR32SS x 4 Starter system: Electric starter motor Lubrication System: Wet sump Clutch: Wet multi-plate type Transmission: 6-Speed Constant Mesh Gearshift pattern: 1-down, 5-up Drive System: Chain, 118 links Primary reduction ratio: 1.744 Final reduction ratio: 3.133 Chassis Frame: double-craddle steel pipe Front suspension: Conventional telescopic, coil spring, oil damped. 41 mm inner tube, fully adjustable rebound damping (1998 on: 4-step rebound damping) Rear suspension: Swingarm, progressive linkage, 4-step rebound dampind, 7-step spring preload Rake: 25,3 degrees Trail: 99,5mm (3,9 inches) Front brake: 2-piston calipers, dual disc, diameter 290 mm (11.4 in.) Rear brake: 2-piston caliper, single disc, diameter 240 mm (9.5 in.) Front wheel: 3.50 x17 inches, cast alumium-alloy Rear wheel: 4.50 x17 inches, cast alumium-alloy Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17 Rear tyre: 150/70-ZR17 Electrical Ignition type: Transistorized Ignition timing: 13° B.T.D.C. below 1500 rpm Battery: 12V 39.6 kC (10Ah)/10HR Generator: Three phase A.C. generator Headlight: 12V 60/55W Capacities Fuel Tank (including reserve): 20 ltr (5.3/4.4 US/Imp gal) Reserve: 5,0 ltr (5.3/4.4 US/Imp qt.) Oil capacity: 4,7 liter 1988 GSX600FJ specs (click to enlarge): Can anyone tell me why many figures on this brochure are different?

GSX600F performance figures

Model	Year	Max Speed (Prone) MPH	Max Speed (Upright) MPH	Standing Start 1/4 Mile SEC@MPH	Power BHP@RPM	Average MPG (guide)
GSX600FJ	1988	130	125.6	12.36@110.4	75.0@10,700	N/A
GSX600FL	1990	131.5	126.5	12.60@107.5	69.0@9,500	48
GSX600FM	1991	135.5	129.5	12.60@108.0	71.0@10,500	44.5
GSX600FP	1993	130.6	126.6	12.20@109.0	72.0@10,500	52.3

GSX600F service iInformation

Engine

Spark Plugs
Standard (1988—1995)	NGK DR8ES
Hot type (1988—1995)	NGK DR8ES-L
Standard (1996 on)	NGK CR9EK
Hot type (1996 on)	NGK CR8EK
Gap	0,6 — 0,7 mm (0.024 — 0.028 inch)
Engine idle speed
1988 and 1989 UK	1100 +/-100 rpm
all others	1300 +/-100 rpm
Valve clearance (cold engine)
Screw-type valve adjusters	0,10 — 0,15 mm (0.004 — 0.006 inch)
Shim-type valve adjusters
Intake	0,10 — 0,20 mm (0.004 — 0.008 inch)
Exhaust	0,15— 0,25 mm (0.006 — 0.010 inch)
Cylinder Compression Pressure
Standard	9,78 — 14,67 bars (142 — 213 psi)
Minimum	7,85 bars (114 psi)
Maximum variation	1,93 bars (28 psi)
Cylinder numbering (left to right)	1-2-3-4

Recommended lubricants and fluids

Engine/transmission oil
Type	API grade SE or SF (minimum)
Viscosity	SAE 10W-40
Capacity
With filter change	3,8 liters (4.0 US qt, 6.7 Imp pt)
Oil change only	3,6 liters (3.8 US qt, 6.3 Imp pt)
Engine overhaul	5,0 liters (5.3 US qt, 8.8 Imp pt)
Brake fluid	DOT 4
Fork oil
Type	SAE 10 - fork oil
Amount 1988	460 cc (15.5 US fl oz, 16.2 Imp fl oz)
Amount 1989 on	478 cc (16.1 US fl oz, 16.8 Imp fl oz)
Oil level 1988	134 mm (5.28 inches)
Oil level 1989 on	100 mm (3.93 inches)
Drive chain	20W-50 engine oil (not chain lube)
Cables and lever pivots	Chain/cable lubricant or 10W-30 motor oil
Sidestand/centerstand pivots	Medium-weight lithium-based multigrease
Brake pedal/shift lever pivots	Chain/cable lubricant or 10W-30 motor oil
Throttle grip	Multi-purpose grease or dry film lubricant

Miscellaneous

Brake pad minimum thickness	To limit line
Brake pedal height	45 mm (1.8 inch) below top of footpeg
Freeplay adjustments
Throttle cable	0,5—1.0 mm (0.020—0.040 inch)
Clutch cable
1988—1993 models	4 mm (0.16 inch)
1994 on	10 to 15 mm (0.4 to 0.6 inch)
Drive chain
Slack
Standard	20—25 mm (0.8—1.0 inch)
Service limit	45 mm (1.77 inch)
21-pin length	319,4 mm (12.6 inch)
Battery electrolyte specific gravity	1,28 at 20°C (68°F)
Minimum tire tread depth (2)
Front	1,6 mm (0.060 inch)
Rear	2,0 mm (0.080 inch)
Tire pressure (cold)
Front	2.27 bars (33 psi)
Rear	2.48 bars (36 psi)

Torque specifications

Oil drain plug	20—25 Nm (18—25 ft-lbs)
Spark plugs
New plugs	1/2 turn after gasket touches engine
Used plugs	1/4 turn after gasket touches engine

Model identification

Year and model code	Frame numbers (starting frame number)
1988 GSX600FJ	GN72A-100001 to 103968
1988 GSX600FJ	GN72A-103979 to 104098
1989 GSX600FK	GN72A-103969 to 103978
1989 GSX600FK	GN72A-104099
1990 GSX600FL	GN72A-106385
1991 GSX600FM	GN72A-110633
1992 GSX600FN	GN72A-115034
1993 GSX600FP	GN72A-118194
1994 GSX600FR	GN72A-121465
1995 GSX600FS	GN72A-12371

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Sources: www.suzuki-club.co.uk etc.


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