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Suzuki TL1000R 1998 Parts & Accessories

Introduced in 1998 as Suzuki's uncompromising weapon for World Superbike (WSBK) and AMA Superbike competition, the Suzuki TL1000R was engineered to challenge European dominance in V-twin racing. Building on the explosive 996 cc 90-degree V-twin engine from the TL1000S, the "TL-R" received forged pistons, lighter connecting rods, dual fuel injectors per cylinder, and revised camshaft profiles to deliver exceptional high-rpm power. To withstand racing stresses, Suzuki wrapped the engine in an ultra-rigid aluminum twin-spar frame and equipped it with aerodynamic, wide-profile full fairings. While its rotary rear damper and heavy track-focused chassis made it demanding on the street, the TL1000R achieved cult status as one of the most aggressive, distinctive, and raw V-twin super-sports ever produced.

• 1998 (Launch): Global debut of the racing-homologated TL1000R featuring a high-output 996 cc V-twin engine, dual-injector EFI, forged pistons, rotary rear damper, and Tokico 6-piston front brake calipers.
• 1999–2000: Minor ECU revisions to smooth out fuel mapping at lower revs, alongside updated multi-tone colorways (including iconic Champion Yellow and Metallic Triton Blue).
• 2001–2003: Final production run featuring black-finished frame options and minor mechanical refinements to the clutch and lubrication systems before retirement in 2003.

• 996 cc liquid-cooled DOHC 8-valve 90° V-twin 4-stroke engine (Bore x Stroke: 98.0 mm x 66.0 mm; 11.7:1 compression ratio) with SCEM cylinder plating and forged aluminum pistons
• Power & Torque: 135 HP @ 9,500 RPM and 106 Nm (78.1 lb-ft) torque @ 7,500 RPM
• Induction System: Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve (SDTV) electronic fuel injection with dual 52 mm throttle bodies and two injectors per cylinder
• Chassis Architecture: Heavy-duty aluminum alloy twin-spar frame with aluminum swingarm
• Front Suspension: 43 mm Kayaba inverted (USD) telescopic cartridge forks, fully adjustable for spring preload, compression, and rebound damping providing 120 mm wheel travel
• Rear Suspension: Link-type system featuring separate coil spring and Kayaba rotary hydraulic friction damper, fully adjustable for spring preload, compression, and rebound damping providing 125 mm wheel travel
• Braking System: Dual 320 mm floating front hydraulic disc brakes with heavy-duty Tokico 6-piston calipers and single 220 mm rear disc brake with Tokico 2-piston caliper
• Transmission & Drivetrain: Close-ratio 6-speed constant-mesh manual transmission with hydraulic wet multi-plate back-torque limiting slipper clutch and 530 chain final drive
• Wheels & Tires: 120/70-ZR17 front and 190/50-ZR17 rear tubeless radial sport tires mounted on 3-spoke cast aluminum alloy wheels
• Dimensions & Capacity: 825 mm (32.5 in) seat height; 1,395 mm (54.9 in) wheelbase; 197 kg (434 lbs) dry weight / 222 kg (489 lbs) wet curb weight with a 17.0-litre (4.5 US gal) fuel tank capacity