In 2010, Suzuki launched the GSX-R1000, a supersport motorcycle that featured significant changes such as a completely redesigned engine and chassis, and major suspension, brake, and bodywork developments.
The chassis consisted of a compact twin-spar frame welded together with five aluminum alloy sections, such as the steering head, two main-spar/swingarm pivot plate sections, and two cross braces above and below the swingarm. For the twin titanium mufflers to be mounted on each side of the motorcycle, the swingarm was arched and manufactured with just three castings.
The bike also featured adjustable footpegs in a 14 mm horizontal and vertical range, an instrument cluster centered around an analog tachometer with an adjacent digital LCD speedometer, and a LED taillight and brake light integrated into the rear tail section.
The 999cc engine was lighter and shorter and featured Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve (SDTV) fuel injection system and delivered improved performance and throttle response while emissions were reduced.
The 2010 Suzuki GSX-R1000, powered by a 999cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with a power output of 182 hp at 12,000 rpm and 117 Nm (86 lb-ft) of torque at 10,000 rpm, combined with a six-speed transmission and a wet weight of 205 Kg (452 lbs), launched the bike to a top speed of 299 kph (189 mph).
In addition to all features, it was also equipped with Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (SDMS), which allowed the rider to choose between three engine maps to suit the personal performance style.