What category is the 1989 Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced Effect)?

The 1989 Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced Effect) has a Category of Unspecified category.

What is the engine size of the 1989 Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced Effect)?

The 1989 Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced Effect) has a Capacity: of 590.00 ccm (36.00 cubic inches).

What type of engine does the 1989 Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced Effect) have?

The 1989 Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced Effect) has a Engine type of Single cylinder.

What is the engine power of the 1989 Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced Effect)?

The 1989 Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced Effect) has a Power of 27.00.

Is the 1989 Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced Effect) air cooled or liquid cooled?

The 1989 Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced Effect) has a Cooling system of Air.

How many gears does the 1989 Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced Effect) have?

The 1989 Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced Effect) has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

How much does the 1989 Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced Effect) weigh?

The 1989 Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced Effect) has a Weight incl. oil, gas, etc of 161.0 kg (354.9 pounds).

What is the top speed of the 1989 Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced Effect)?

The 1989 Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced Effect) has a Top speed of 131.0 km/h (81.4 mph).

Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced Effect) - 1989 Specifications and Reviews

Name: 1989 Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced Effect)
Brand: Suzuki

The 1989 Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar is a lightweight dual-sport motorcycle ideally suited for beginner and amateur riders seeking off-road capability. Its air-cooled single-cylinder engine delivers modest 27 horsepower, prioritizing reliability and fuel efficiency over raw performance. Known for its versatility across varied terrain, this bike excels in trail riding and light adventure use.

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General information
Category	Unspecified category
Year	1989
Model	Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced effect)

Engine and Transmission Specifications
Transmission typefinal drive	Chain
Gearbox	5-speed
Cooling system	Air
Fuel control	OHC
Valves per cylinder	4
Bore x stroke	94.0 x 85.0 mm (3.7 x 3.3 inches)
Compression	9.5:1
Power	27.00
Stroke	4
Engine type	Single cylinder
Capacity:	590.00 ccm (36.00 cubic inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	161.0 kg (354.9 pounds)
Suzuki DR 600 R Dakar (reduced Effect) dimensions and frame
Rear brakes	Single disc
Front brakes	Single disc
Rear tyre dimensions	130/80-17
Front tyre dimensions	90/90-21
Speed and acceleration
Top speed	131.0 km/h (81.4 mph)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Fuel capacity	20.00 litres (5.28 gallons)

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

27 hp

Peak Power

8.5s

0-60 mph

81.4 mph

Top Speed

Best For

Track20%

City50%

Cornering55%

Daily Riding55%

Touring58%

Passenger35%

Rider Profile

Best For	This is a bike best suited to riders with at least some off-road or big-single experience, as the tall seat height and torquey low-power delivery reward familiarity over raw skill.
Purpose	It's built as a lightweight, go-anywhere dual-sport tourer, at home on long dirt tracks, gravel roads, and desert-rally-style routes rather than as a performance or commuting machine.
Rider Fit	The tall 21-inch front wheel setup and dirt-bike ergonomics demand a reasonably fit rider comfortable standing on the pegs and managing a bike with a high center of gravity.
Character	The reduced-effect Dakar has a rugged, adventurous, minimalist character rooted in the 1980s Paris-Dakar rally heritage, valuing simplicity and durability over speed or refinement.
Not Ideal For	It's not a good fit for riders wanting high top speed, plush highway comfort, or a bike for two-up touring, given its modest power output and off-road-focused chassis.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.