1998 Suzuki year code: W
Electronic fuel injection appeared for the first time on a GSX-R with large 46 mm throttle bodies together with a steering damper as standard, a five mm shorter wheelbase, altered internal and external gear ratios, altered chassis, suspension and brakes, internal engine mods and massive airbox. Power was up to 135 hp. An absolute gem to ride. Suzuki made a class-leading sportsbike even better.
Two-stage system monitored water and intake air temperatures, environmental and intake air pressures, throttle position and engine rpm to optimal air/fuel mix for both low and high rpm situations. CDI ignition coil was adopted and internal engine parts saw further weight reduction and the camshaft position use of close ratio gearbox and strengthening of rear shock mount.
GSX-R 750 1998
Overall Length: 2 055 mm (80.9 in)
Overall Width: 720 mm (28.3 in)
Overall Height: 1 135 mm (44.7 in)
Wheelbase: 1 395 mm (54.9 in)
Ground Clearance: 130 mm (5.1 in)
Dry Weight: 179 kg (394 lbs)
Engine type: Water-cooled 749 cc inline-4, DOHC, 16 valves. 135 hp (98.5kW)/ 12.000 rpm, 82 Nm/ 10.000 rpm.