Suzuki RF series

RF900R [1]
Suzuki RF 900R
ManufacturerSuzuki
Also calledRF9
Production1994–1999[2][3]
ClassSport touring
Engine937 cc (57.2 cu in) DOHC 4-stroke inline-4
Bore / stroke73.0 mm × 56.0 mm (2.87 in × 2.20 in)
Compression ratio11.3:1
Top speed162 mph (261 km/h)[2]
Power135 hp (101 kW) @ 10,000 rpm (crank)[2]
Torque70 ft⋅lbf (95 N⋅m) @ 9,000 rpm (crank)[2]
Transmission5-speed constant mesh, manual chain drive
SuspensionFront: telescopic fork, 43 mm cartridge type, coil spring, oil damped, adjustable spring preload (all years) and rebound damping force (only on 96+ models)
Rear: link type w/ coil over single shock, 7-way adjustable spring preload, 4-way adjustable rebound damping force, gas charged with oil damping, compression damping fully adjustable.
BrakesFront: Dual Nissin 4 piston (Staggered Diameter) brake calipers on 310 mm floating discs
Rear: Single hydraulic 240 mm disc brake
TiresFront: 120/70-ZR17 on 3-spoke cast aluminum wheels
Front recommended pressure: 36 psi
Rear: 170/60-ZR17 on 3-spoke cast aluminum wheels
Rear recommended pressure: 36 psi
Wheelbase56 in (1,422 mm)
DimensionsL: 83.9 in (2,130 mm)
W: 28.7 in (730 mm)
H: 45.9 in (1,170 mm)
Seat height31.7 in (810 mm)
Weight203 kg (448 lb)[citation needed] (dry)
Fuel capacity5.5 Gallons (21 L)
Fuel consumption18.5 km/L (43.5 mpg‑US)[4]
RelatedRF400R
RF600R
RF900R

The Suzuki RF series are sport touring motorcycles. They came with three engine variations: 400 cc (24 cu in), 600 cc (37 cu in) and 900 cc (55 cu in). It was in production from 1994 to 1999.

  1. ^ "Suzuki RF900R". 15 November 1999. Retrieved 2014-11-18.
  2. ^ a b c d "SUZUKI RF900 (1995-1999) Review". Motorcycle News. November 24, 2006. Retrieved February 24, 2016.
  3. ^ Motorcyclist. smart money, page 63, February/March 2016
  4. ^ "Suzuki RF900R". 14 May 2009. Retrieved 2014-11-18.