2006 Suzuki GSX-R750: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 13 owner complaints on record; most reports concern engine and engine cooling; the 2008 model year looks more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Oct 2013
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Tl* the contact owns a 2006 suzuki gsx-r750. While driving 50 mph down a mountainside, the vehicle's throttle did not move, the speed decreased to zero, and the motorcycle seized. The contact had the motorcycle towed to his residence. The local dealer and the manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was not available.”Owner report · Engine · Apr 2018
“Gentlemen I own a 2006 suzuki gsxr 750 sport bike and to put it lightly, I am scared to ride it. The problem is that the bike while riding at an average speed at around 4000-6000 rpm's, with just a minute change in acceleration the bike accelerates and decelerates uncontrollably. This is a great problem which can lead to loss of control and potentially lead to an accident. I have taken the motorcycle to the dealers numerous times with no fix. The problem is more evident at an engine operating temperature of about 195-210f. I ask that you investigate and attempt to find a solution from which we all can benefit. Thank you. *tr”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jul 2009
“My gas tank on a 2006 gsxr 750 rusted out in under 3 years. Gas was pouring out of the bottom of the tank where 3 holes were subsequently discovered. Apparently, rusted out gas tank is not covered under warranty on a 3 year old bike. If the gas tank can't handle the regular water content of the gas that is poured into it, it is an unsafe tank. *tr”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Jul 2009
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“Tl*the contact owns a 2006 suzuki gixxer gsx-r750. While riding 35 mph, antifreeze spontaneously sprayed onto the contact's leg. Upon inspection, he noticed that the cooling fan failed in the radiator unit, which caused antifreeze to leak out. The failure nearly burned his body parts. He is in the process of notifying the manufacturer. The failure and current mileages were 5,000.”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jul 2008
“At low rpm's or opening throttle from stop, the throttle abruptly engages and jerks me forward in an uncontrolled manner. This could be serious if I were to loose control or take my attention away from the road or vehicles in front of me. *tr”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jun 2008
“I purchased a 2006 gsx-r750 in april 2008 with 3000 miles on it. The fi light and display go on and stay on, with no code being lodged with the onboard computer. I have had it cleared twice and the fault recurs. The bike gets poor gas mileage, has poor throttle response and occasionally stumbles on deceleration or at low revs when engine temp is high. *tr”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Apr 2008
“Abrupt on/off throttle can cause sudden and unexpected rapid deceleration and acceleration, destabilizing the vehicle potentially leading to loss of control and a crash. The problem seems to occur at lower engine rpm's (4,000-6,000 rpm) and seems most prevalent at high engine temperatures (205+ degrees) and especially when the vehicle is turned on and started while at higher temperatures. *tr”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Oct 2007
“Sometimes when in 2nd or 3rd gear at mid to low rpm's the bike just seems to cut out very abruptly with hardly any throttle movement. *tr”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Sep 2007
“The vehicle is a 2006 suzuki gsxr750. The vehicle has an intermittent and dangerous problem with the fuel injection. Periodically the vehicle will stall at highway speeds. This problem occurs after the vehicle is warm and has been driven for a time. Obviously it is dangerous for a motorcycle to stall at any speed. I am one of hundreds of owners with the same issue. It has not been addressed by suzuki. Though my vehicle is out of warranty I profess this is a potentially dangerous factory defect that should be addressed. *tr”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Aug 2007
“Abrupt on/off throttle can cause sudden and unexpected rapid deceleration and acceleration, destabilize the vehicle potentially leading to loss of control and a crash. The problem seems to occur at lower engine rpm's (4,000-6,000 rpm) and seems most prevalent at high engine temperatures (205+ degrees) and especially when the vehicle is turned on and started while at higher temperatures. *tr”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · May 2007
Recalls - 1 campaign
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2004-2013 GSX-R600 and GSX-R750, and model year 2005-2013 GSX-R1000 motorcycles. In combination with older brake fluid, corrosion of the brake piston inside of the front brake master cylinder generates gas that may result in a reduction of fluid pressure transmission to the front brake.
Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake master cylinder, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2013. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-800-572-1490. Suzuki's campaign numbers for this recall are: 2A (31, 32, 33, 34, 35, and 36).
Specifications
Factory options offered for the 2006 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.
How other years compare
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Is the 2006 Suzuki GSX-R750 reliable?
NHTSA has 13 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 2006 Suzuki GSX-R750. The most complained-about area is engine and engine cooling.
Does the 2006 Suzuki GSX-R750 have open recalls?
1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning service brakes. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.