2000 Suzuki GSX1300R: problems, recalls and reliability
2 recalls and 11 owner complaints on record; most reports concern structure.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Aug 2008
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“2nd gear slips causing acceleration to be unpredicatable and potentially life threatening. First failure happened in a low corner, morccle skipped a tooth or something in 2nd gear causing loss of control and a highside. I regained control. Problem not present in any other gear.*ak”Owner report · Power Train · Jan 2001
“Aluminum subframes on these motorcycles have failed, in great britain they are replaced by the manufacturer with steel subframes, but not here. *ts ***dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12-12-02 cut over to artemis***761422”Owner report · Structure
“Recall 00v319000 was completed at track-n-trail, however they did not do the recall to even idle causing other components to not work correctly, consumer took to another dealer to redo recall and repair the following: the starter which jumped gears and locked up was replaced, a cracked case was around the starter, and camshafts were all out of specifications. *et”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling
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“The aluminum subframe was recalled by suzuki of europe for being defective. There have now been several documented failures here in the us. Also, an independent testing company in europe tested the subframes and found them to be defective by design. Suzuki of america is ignoring the problem and I am concerned for my safety when riding my bike. I am especially concerned when my wife rides with me. Please look into this issue asap.”Owner report · Structure
“This problem is common among early year suzuki hayabusas. My subframe has not failed, but I am concerned about my safety and also passengers that ride on my motorcycle. I would like a recall done on this part and have a replacement made of steel put on the motorcycle at no cost. In europe, suzuki was required to recall this part, but dealers here in the united states are "unaware" of any problem, and suzuki will not extend the recall here. Failure of this component may cause loss of control of the vehicle, resulting in a crash. Feel free to contact me with any questions.”Owner report · Structure
When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 1 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 2 campaigns
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, THE SPRING IN THE CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER CAN BREAK. EXCESSIVE SLACK WILL DEVELOP IN THE CAM CHAIN, ALLOWING THE CHAIN TO JUMP TO THE WRONG POSITION ON THE CAM SHAFT SPROCKETS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ORIGINAL CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER, OR THE FIRST GENERATION RECALL TENSION ADJUSTER, WITH A NEW OIL-DAMPED RATCHET-TYPE CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER. DEALERS WILL ALSO INSTALL A NEW TENSION ADJUSTER OIL SUPPLY HOSE AND A NEW CAM CHAIN GUIDE.
MOTION PRO IS RECALLING 10,000 AFTERMARKET BRAKE LEVERS, MODEL NO. 14-0415, SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN MY 1999 THROUGH 2008 SUZUKI AND MY 1998 THROUGH 2003 YAMAHA MOTORCYCLES. THE LOBE HEIGHT ON SOME OF THESE LEVERS ARE SMALLER AND DO NOT PROPERLY ENGAGE THE STOMP LAMP SWITCH WHICH WILL NOT DEACTIVATE WHEN THE DRIVER RELEASES THE BRAKE LEVER. THE LEVER CAN BE IDENTIFIED BY THE MARKING "JY 378" AT THE BASE OF THE LEVER NEAR THE PIVOT BUSHING.
Remedy: MOTION PRO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND PROVIDE A FREE REMEDY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MOTION PRO AT 1-877-438-7831.
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Is the 2000 Suzuki GSX1300R reliable?
NHTSA has 11 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on record for the 2000 Suzuki GSX1300R. The most complained-about area is structure.
Does the 2000 Suzuki GSX1300R have open recalls?
2 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning engine and engine cooling:engine. 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.