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1998 Suzuki TL1000R 1998 TL1000R

Wow! A performance twin
(click the photo above for a very large image)

New twin-spar frame More power, more revs Six-piston brakes, Radials, cast wheels

THE EXCITING NEW SUZUKI TL 1000R!

Suzuki raises the bar again even higher with this new performance V-twin model. All the visceral appeal and performance features that attract so many riders to V-twins have been refined into a fully faired, race-ready package - the TL1000R. Like the TL1000S, Suzuki has created a motorcycle that combines all the visceral appeal of a traditional large-displacement V-twin with the latest performance technology. Better handling. Rider comfort. Long-term reliability. Easier serviceability. Extensive dealer support. And a reasonable price. To a V-twin lover, the new Suzuki TL1000R is the ultimate in V-twin performance.

Suzuki engineers based the engine around the awesome TL1000S 90 degree V-twin, power plant and tuned it for even more power and torque. New features such as forged pistons, lighter weight rods, twin radiators, revised airbox and exhaust system, larger clutch, remapped fuel injection system and many other refinements were added for increased performance and durability.

The TL1000R has an equally race-ready chassis centering around an all new short wheelbase aluminum spar-type frame. The frame is combined with a bridge-type swingarm, fully adjust able inverted forks, and Suzuki's unique rotary damper rear suspension for quick, precise handling. Superior braking performance is provided by 320mm front disc brakes with new 6-piston calipers and wide radial tires. The whole package is wrapped in an aerodynamic fairing designed for a low drag coefficient.

A full engine and chassis race kit will be made available - price and availability to be announced.

TL1000RW AT A GLANCE
Suggested Retail: $9499.00
Engine Type: Four-stroke, 90-degree V-Twin, liquid cooled, DOHC
Bore and Stroke: 98.0 mm x 66.0 mm
Front Brake: Dual Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake: Single Hydraulic Disc
Wheelbase: 1405 mm (55.3 in)
Dry Weight: 197 kg (434 lbs.)


THE SUZUKI 1998 TL1000S: A V-TWIN LOVER'S DREAM COME TRUE

For some people, there's nothing like the loping gait, instant throttle response and rush of acceleration of a boomingV-twin motorcycle. It can be so seductive that some enthusiasts are willing to sacrifice comfort, reliability and big dollars to enjoy the wide powerband and en hanced traction that a big V-twin provides. But Suzuki has created a motorcycle that com bines all the visceral appeal of a traditional large-displacement V-twin with the latest perfor mance technology. Better handling. Rider comfort. Long-term reliability. Easier serviceability. Extensive dealer support. And a reasonable price. To a V-twin lover, the Suzuki TL1000S is a dream come true.

With two cylinders positioned 90-degrees apart, downdraft cylinder heads with four valves per cylinder, double overhead cams and liquid cooling, the big bore, short stroke layout engine was designed to be narrower, shorter and lighter than traditional V-twin motors. Suzuki Ram Air Direct (SRAD) induction, two-stage electronic fuel injection and a digital engine manage ment system provide smooth throttle response.

A built-in back-torque limiter system allows the clutch to handle the TL1000S' formidable power with smaller-diameter plates in a more compact clutch assembly. An automatic decom pression system makes it easier to turn over the engine, allowing the starter motor and battery to be smaller and lighter, as well.

But the innovations don't stop there. The TL1000S also features the first mass-produced aluminum truss frame, which offers outstanding torsional rigidity, and a rotary damper rear suspension system which utilizes a "rotary" damper unit mounted separately from the shock spring, each with their own linkage system.

With all this technology and performance its no wonder that the TL1000S was co winner of
Motorcyclist magazine's 1997 Bike of the Year award, and winner of Best Superbike in Cycle
World magazine's Ten Best awards for 1997.

TL1000SW AT A GLANCE
Suggested Retail $8,999.00
Engine Type: Four-stroke, 90-degree V-Twin, liquid cooled, DOHC
Bore and Stroke: 98.0 mm x 66.0 mm
Front Brake: Dual Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake: Single Hydraulic Disc
Wheelbase: 1415 mm (57.5 in)
Dry Weight: 187 kg (411 lbs.)

1999 Suzuki Price List
1998 Suzuki Price List

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