2009 Honda CBR 600RR vs 2009 Suzuki GSX-R 750

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2009 Honda CBR 600RR 2009 Honda CBR 600RR

Sport

Engine
In-line four
Power
N/A
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
410.0 pounds
2009 Suzuki GSX-R 750 2009 Suzuki GSX-R 750

Sport

Engine
In-line four
Power
110.3 kW / 148 hp @ 12800 rpm
Top Speed
270.7 km/h / 168 mph
Weight
436.5 pounds
Full Specifications
General
Year-2009
ColoursRed/Black, Black/Bright Green Metallic, Metallic Black, Phoenix, (Pearl White/Pearl Blue/Red - limited edition)Blue/White, Orange/Black, Matte Black/Black
Make Model-Suzuki GSX-R 750
Dimensions
Ground Clearance (in.)-5.1 inches
Ground Clearance (mm)-130 mm
Seat Height820 mm / 32.3 in.810 mm / 31.8 in.
Wheelbase1,369 mm / 53.9 in.1390 mm / 54.7 in.
Ground Clearance-130 mm / 5.1 in
Height-1125 mm / 44.6 in.
Length-2040 mm / 80.4 in.
Width-715 mm / 28.5 in.
Weights & Capacities
Dry Weight-163 kg / 359 lbs
Fuel Capacity18.16 litres / 4.80 gallons17 Litres / 4.5 US gal / 3.7 Imp gal
Wet Weight186.0 kg / 410.0 lbs198 kg / 419 lbs
Performance
Top Speed-270.7 km/h / 168 mph
Acceleration (0-100 km/h)-3.2 sec
Max Power-110.3 kW / 148 hp @ 12800 rpm
Max Torque-86.3 Nm / 8.8 kgf-m / 64 ft-lb @ 11200 rpm
Standing Start ¼ Mile-10.7 sec
Top Gear Acceleration-4.1 sec
Engine
Engine TypeIn-line fourIn-line four
Displacement (ci)36.55 cubic inches-
Displacement (cc)599.00 cc-
Bore x Stroke (mm)67.0 x 42.5 mm-
Bore x Stroke (in,)2.6 x 1.7 inches-
Fuel ControlDOHCDOHC
Stroke44
Displacement-749 c / 45.7 cub. in.
Engine Detail-Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.
Fuel SystemInjection. Dual Stage Fuel Injection (DSFI) with 40mm throttle bodies, Denso 12-hole injectorsInjection
Bore x Stroke-70 x 48.7 mm
Compression Ratio12.2:112.5:1
Cooling System-Liquid. High capacity large trapezoidal-shaped radiator which includes compact cooling fan assembly designed for improved air flow.
Engine Lubrication-Wet sump
Engine Oil Specification-Synthetic,10W/40
Exhaust-Suzuki Advanced Exhaust System (SAES) with under engine muffler layout and Suzuki Exhaust Tuning (SET) system.
Fuel Consumption-5.5 l/100 km / 18.3 km/l / 43 US mpg / 51 Imp mpg
Fuel Induction-New 32 bit ECM features 1024 kilobytes of ROM for maximum engine performance working in conjunction with the new S-DMS engine management system
IgnitionComputer-controlled digital transistorized with three-dimensional mappingDigital DC-CDI
Lubrication-Wet sump
Spark Plug-NGK, CR9E
StarterElectricElectric
Valve System4-
Drivetrain
Clutch-Wet, multiple discs
Final DriveChainChain, RK525ROZ5Y, 116 links
Gear Ratios-1st 2.79 / 2nd 2.05 / 3rd 1.71 / 4th 1.50 / 5th 1.35 / 6th 1.20:1
Gearbox6-speed6-speed
Transmission / Drive-6 Speed, constant mesh
Chassis
Frame Type-Ultra-lightweight frame built entirely of aluminum alloy castings.
Suspension - Front41mm inverted HMAS cartridge fork with spring-preload, rebound and compression damping adjustabilityShowa inverted 41 mm cartridge front forks fully adjustable for high and low speed compression, spring preload, and rebound damping
Suspension - RearUnit Pro-Link HMAS single shock with spring preload, rebound and compression damping adjustabilityShowa 41mm aluminum alloy rear shock with a 16mm rod diameter are fully adjustable for high and low speed compression, spring preload and rebound damping
Rake23.5°23.8°
Trail98 mm / 3.8 in.97 mm / 3.8 in.
Wheel Travel - Front119 mm / 4.7 in.120 mm / 4.7 in.
Wheel Travel - Rear130 mm / 5.1 in.130 mm / 5.1 in.
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm)220 mm-
Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.)8.7 inches-
Brakes - Front Diameter (mm)310 mm-
Brakes - Front Diameter (in.)12.2 inches-
Brakes - FrontDouble disc2 x 310 mm Discs, radial-mount opposed-four-piston Tokico 4 piston calipers
Brakes - RearSingle discSingle 220 mm disc, Tokico 2 piston caliper
Rims - Front-3.8 x 17
Rims - Rear-5.5 x 17
Tyres - Front120/70-ZR17120/70 ZR17
Tyres - Rear180/55-ZR17180/55 ZR17
Wheels-Aluminum, 3 spoke

Verdict

Too close to call

The 2009 Honda CBR 600RR and the 2009 Suzuki GSX-R 750 are evenly matched across the key measurable criteria. Your decision comes down to personal preference, riding style, and which brand's dealer network best suits your location.

Key Differences

2009 Honda CBR 600RR - Advantages

  • Fuel injection: Precise fuelling, better cold-start reliability, and lower maintenance requirements.

2009 Suzuki GSX-R 750 - Advantages

  • Liquid cooling: Consistent engine temperature in stop-start traffic and hot climates.

2009 Honda CBR 600RR vs 2009 Suzuki GSX-R 750 - FAQs

Which should I buy, the 2009 Honda CBR 600RR or the 2009 Suzuki GSX-R 750?
Both are strong choices. The 2009 Honda CBR 600RR has the edge in fuel injection, while the 2009 Suzuki GSX-R 750 stands out for liquid cooling. Visit dealers, arrange test rides, and factor in local parts and service costs - these often matter as much as the spec sheet.