Description
Click here for an VINData Motorcycle History Report on this 2001 Suzuki TL1000R. Update 4/23: Regarding the VINData report the seller states, “I don’t know how there’s an issue with the title search coming up with a salvage title in Illinois. But that is wrong. The title is clean and in hand from the state of California.” Iconic has seen and can verify the clean CA title.
Following the success of Ducati’s V-Twin-powered racers in the World Superbike Championship, other major manufacturers followed suit by developing their own race-bred V-Twins. Suzuki’s first attempt at a performance-driven V-Twin model came in the form of the TL1000S in 1997, though the next year the Japanese marque would follow up the half-faired 1000S with the even racier TL1000R. “The concept behind the TL1000R is simple: Build a V-Twin with the potential to win Superbike races,” explained Hiroshi Moritake, who led the TL-R project.
While the 1000S and 1000R models both shared the same engine, the R-spec was far more than just a full-faired version of its predecessor. The 1000R featured a beefy aluminum twin-spar frame based on the GSX-R750. The frame was complemented by a new braced swingarm, a standard steering damper, and a revised version of the 1000S’s notoriously finicky rotary damper spring unit with new linkages.
The V-Twin motor was also updated for the TLR, getting a revised ram-air-box, Mikuni electronic dual-injector throttle bodies, upgraded cams, forged pistons, beefier connecting rods, improved ignition timing, and a 1,000 rpm higher redline. The changes to the liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 996cc, 8V, DOHC, 90-degree V-Twin ultimately afforded the TLR a cool 135hp at 9,500 rpm and 78 ft-lbs of torque at 7,500 rpm. And despite the bump in performance, the V-Twin retained its reputation for bullet-proof reliability. The Gixxer-derived chassis was paired with a set of 43mm inverted forks and a Progressive link shock, both adjustable for spring preload, rebound, and compression damping. Slowing the twin-cylinder superbike was a pair of 320mm front discs bit by six-piston calipers and a single 220mm disc with a dual-piston caliper in the rear — all provided by Tokico.
Weighing around 430 lbs dry, the TL1000R sported wind-tunnel-developed bodywork including a distinctive “shark nose” fairing, which helped the 135 hp V-Twin cut through the air and reach speeds of up to 170 mph. Suzuki also offered a myriad of trick factory race kit parts for the TLR, including upgraded internals, and a wide array of chassis adjustability such as swing-arm pivot position, ride height, and steering stem rake.
Manufactured October 2000, this example is VIN: JS1VT52AX12101126. The seller purchased the bike six months ago from a private party out of Murietta, California, and states, “Love this beast but I have too many bikes in my garage and it’s time to downsize so I’m selling a few. Hate to see it go. Clean title, low miles, adult owned, always garaged and maintained on time. Sounds mean, needs nothing, VERY clean, ready to rip.”
During his ownership, the seller has covered approximately 300 miles. The odometer shows 21,829 miles.
Maintenance:
Per the seller, “Oil and filter. Flushed brake fluid. New chain. Pushrod seal and counter shaft seal.”
Modifications:
“Solo seat and pillion seat. Hybrid chain/gear-driven cams that sounds like an absolute beast. Comes equipped with D&D exhaust, brand new RK 530 chain, and Race Tech steering damper.”
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Pirelli Angel tires with date codes of 4117 and 1818.
The sale includes one key, service manuals, passenger seat, new and take off parts.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
“Minor scratches on the front fairing from road debris.”
Currently located in Rancho Palos Verdes, this Suzuki is offered on a clean Californa title with registration through June 2025.
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