| Engine | Suzuki GSX-R600 | BMW R 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 599 cc | 1802 cc |
| Max power | 125 hp (@13 500 RPM) | 91 hp (@4 750 RPM) |
| Max torque | 49 lb ft (@11 500 RPM) | 115 lb ft (@3 000 RPM) |
| Redline | 14 000 RPM | |
| Idling speed | 1 300 RPM | |
| Management | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Layout | SOHC Inline-4 | DOHC Flat-2 |
| Compression | 12.90:1 | 9.60:1 |
| Oil capacity | 2.37 quart | |
| Oil type | 10W40 | |
| Spark plug type | NGK CR9EIA-9, DENSO IU27D | |
| Cooling | Liquid | Air |
| Valves | 16 | |
| Bore | 67.0 mm | 107.1 mm |
| Stroke | 42.5 mm | 100.0 mm |
| Weight to power | 3.30 lbs/hp | 8.36 lbs/hp |
| Power to weight | 758 hp/2500lbs | 299 hp/2500lbs |
| Battery type | 12V 8Ah | 12V 26Ah |
| Gearbox | Suzuki GSX-R600 | BMW R 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sequential | Sequential |
| Clutch | Slipper | Dry |
| Drive | Chain | Shaft |
| Chain type | RK 525SMOZ8, 114 links | |
| Gears count | 6 | 0 |
| Primary ratio | 1.974 | |
| Final drive | 2.687 | |
| 1. gear | 2.687 (73 mph) | |
| 2. gear | 2.105 (93 mph) | |
| 3. gear | 1.761 (111 mph) | |
| 4. gear | 1.521 (128 mph) | |
| 5. gear | 1.347 (145 mph) | |
| 6. gear | 1.23 (158 mph) |
| Chasis | Suzuki GSX-R600 | BMW R 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | Twin-spar aluminium | Double-cradle steel frame |
| Front susp. | Showa Big Piston Fork USD, 4.72 in travel | Telescopic fork, 4.72 in travel |
| Rear susp. | Link type monoshock, 5.12 in travel | 3.50 in travel |