Engineering:Suzuki DR600
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The Suzuki DR600 is a dual-sport motorcycle that is intended for on or off-road riding. It was introduced in 1984[1] and competed with the Honda XR600, Kawasaki KLR600 and Yamaha XT 600. It was replaced by the Suzuki DR650.
The DR600's single cylinder engine leveraged Suzuki's proprietary Twin Swirl Combustion Chamber (TSCC) and dual spark plugs.[2]
Specifications
| Engine Type | Single-cylinder, air-cooled, four-stroke, SOHC, 4 valves |
|---|---|
| Carburetion | 38mm Mikuni Flatside carburetor [3] |
| Displacement | 590 cc[1] |
| Bore × Stroke | 94 mm × 85 mm (3.7 in × 3.3 in) |
| Compression Ratio | 8.5 : 1 |
| Cooling System | air/oil cooled[1] |
| Lubrication System | Wet Sump[3] |
| Fuel Capacity | 5.28 US gallons (20.0 l) |
| Wheelbase | 57.7 in (1,466 mm) [3] |
| Dry Weight | 310 lb (140 kg) |
| Curb (Wet) Weight | 330 lb (150 kg) |
| Suspension | Front: 39mm Kayaba; Rear: Kayaba |
| Suspension/Wheel Travel | Front: 8.9 in (226 mm); Rear: 9.3 in (236 mm) |
| Tires | Front: 90/90-21 Rear: 130/80-17 |
| Brakes | Front: 1 disc 240 mm disc; Rear: 1 rear drum |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Final drive | Chain |
Changes over the years
| 1984 | Introduction |
|---|---|
| 1985 | ?? |
| 1989 | Final Year |
References
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