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2007 Suzuki GSX-R1000 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 25 complaints on file for the 2007 Suzuki GSX-R1000 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work. Complainants reported 13 injuries in total across these filings.

25

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

12

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

13

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2007 compare to other GSX-R1000 years?

GSX-R1000 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted25 complaints2001: 5 complaints2002: 0 complaints2003: 2 complaints2004: 2 complaints2005: 5 complaints2006: 8 complaints2007: 25 complaints2008: 8 complaints2009: 1 complaints2010: 0 complaints2011: 0 complaints2012: 0 complaints2013: 1 complaints2014: 1 complaints2015: 1 complaints2017: 6 complaints2018: 3 complaints2021: 2 complaints
GSX-R1000 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2007 Suzuki GSX-R1000 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Speed Control1144%
Body & Structure416%
Transmission312%
Brakes312%
Fuel System28%
Engine14%
Electrical System14%

Does the 2007 Suzuki GSX-R1000 have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

13V449000BrakesOctober 18, 2013 · 208,966 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

As a result, front braking power may be reduced increasing the risk of a crash.

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).

07V362000Speed ControlAugust 15, 2007 · 13,398 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, EACH TIME THE IGNITION SWITCH IS TURNED OFF, THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) PRE-SETS THE POSITION OF THE IDLE SPEED CONTROL (ISC) VALVE FOR SUBSEQUENT ENGINE STARTING BY OPENING THE VALVE COMPLETELY AND THEN CLOSING IT TO A START-UP POSITION.

Consequence

DUE TO IMPROPER SHAPE OF THE INTERNAL MECHANISM THAT MOVES THE ISC VALVE, THE VALVE MAY REMAIN IN THE OPEN POSITION INSTEAD OF MOVING TO THE CORRECT START-UP POSITION. THIS CAN RESULT IN NO-LOAD ENGINE IDLE SPEEDS AS HIGH AS 5000 RPM THE NEXT TIME THE ENGINE IS STARTED. IF THE RIDER CHOOSES TO OPERATE THE MOTORCYCLE IN THIS CONDITION, THE RIDER MAY HAVE DIFFICULTY OPERATING THE MOTORCYCLE, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ISC VALVE WITH AN IMPROVED PART, AND WILL ALSO REPLACE THE ECM. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 22, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-714-572-1490.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“I WAS RIDING IN THE "C" MODE FOR ABOUT 10 MINS BEFORE TURNING THE MOTORCYCLE OFF FOR A MINUTE OR TWO. I STARTED THE MOTORCYCLE AND CONTINUED MY RIDE. A COUPLE OF MINUTES LATER I WAS IN A CURVE GOING ABOUT 15-20 MPH WHEN THE MOTORCYCLE BEGIN TO SLIDE. THE RODE WAS FREE OF ANY OBJECTS\FLUIDS THAT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · August 10, 2007 · crash

“I HAVE A 2007 SUZUKI GSX-R 1000 SPORTSBIKE AND THE FRAME BROKE IN HALF AT THE WELDS. IT IS A VERY CLEAN BREAK AT THE WELDS. I HAVE SEARCHED ONLINE AND FOUND MANY OTHER COMPLAINTS OF THE SAME ISSUE FOR THE SAME BIKE. SUZUKI DOES HAVE A RECALL ON THE 05/06 GSXR 1000 FRO THE SAME PROBLEM. *TR”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · August 11, 2009

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 SUZUKI GSX-R 1000. THE CONTACT STATED THAT DURING WINTER AND FALL MONTHS THE CLUTCH BECAME INOPERABLE. THE DEALER MADE THREE ATTEMPTS TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED, BUT OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CURRENT MILEAGE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · November 1, 2007

“while traveling at 55mph and just exiting a corner my front brake without any warning and instantly locked up sending me and my bike to the highway in A Skid. there is a known problem with using aftermarket levers after the recalled master cylinder has been changed.this problem poses a serious risk…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · March 21, 2023 · crash

“AT APRX 40 MPH MY 2007 SUZUKI GSXR 1000 WAS SIDE-SWIPED BY AN ON-COMING MOTORCYCLE AND AFTER MY BIKE FELL OVER ONTO THE STREET ALL THE GAS POURED OUT AND IT BURST INTO FLAMES LUCKILY SOME GUYS STOPPED AND PULLED ME AWAY. *TR”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · June 23, 2007 · crash · fire

2007 Suzuki GSX-R1000 — common questions

Is the 2007 Suzuki GSX-R1000 reliable?

The record is thin — 25 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2007 GSX-R1000 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are speed control (11 complaints), body & structure (4 complaints), brakes (3 complaints).

Does the 2007 Suzuki GSX-R1000 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2007 Suzuki GSX-R1000. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.