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2000 Suzuki GSX-R750 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 39 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 39.0 times the median GSX-R750 year — the 2000 model ranks #1 of 18 GSX-R750 years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

The trouble concentrates in one system: transmission issues account for 87% of all reports (34 of 39), far ahead of engine at 2.

39

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

2

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

1

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2000 compare to other GSX-R750 years?

GSX-R750 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2000 highlighted39 complaints1996: 4 complaints1997: 1 complaints1999: 3 complaints2000: 39 complaints2001: 1 complaints2002: 0 complaints2003: 0 complaints2004: 1 complaints2005: 4 complaints2006: 16 complaints2007: 33 complaints2008: 1 complaints2009: 0 complaints2010: 0 complaints2011: 0 complaints2012: 0 complaints2013: 0 complaints2014: 1 complaints
GSX-R750 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2000 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2000 Suzuki GSX-R750 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Transmission3487%
Engine25%
Speed Control25%
Suspension13%

Does the 2000 Suzuki GSX-R750 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

08E052000OtherAugust 15, 2008 · 10,000 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

IF THIS OCCURS, THE STOP LAMP WILL REMAIN ON WHICH COULD POSSIBLY RESULT IN A CRASH.

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“AT RANDOM INTERVALS, THE TRANSMISSION WILL SLIP OUT OF, THEN BACK INTO GEAR. THIS HAS HAPPENED ON 1/2, 3/4 AND 4/5 ON MY BIKE. 1/2 HIGH RPM (12-14K) SHIFTS ARE NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE WITHOUT IT SLIPPING BACK OUT OF 2ND. THE 2ND GEAR PROBLEM IS THE MOST SEVERE, AND MY DEALER WILL NOT SERVICE THIS UNDER…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · September 16, 2000

“VEHICLE KEEPS SLIPPING OUT OF 2TH GEAR, AND SOMETIMES 5TH GEAR, CAUSING RPM 'S TO GO HIGH.PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control

“FRAME BRACKET THAT CLAMPS AROUND THE ENGINE MOUNT IS MISSING THE PINCH BOLT THAT HOLDS THE RIGHT SIDE SECURED. SUZUKI KNOWS THE BOLT COMES OUT, BUT WILL NOT DO ANYTHING ABOUT THE PROBLEM. THE STEEL BOLT GOES VERTICAL INTO THE ALUMINUM FRAME FROM THE GROUND. THE 1 YEAR WARRANTY JUST EXPIRED & SUZUKI…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · July 6, 2001

“WHEN SHAFT IS BEND OIL WILL LEAK, AND OIL COULD BE SEEN ON SIDE OF TIRE. THEN, CONSUMER DID TALK TO MANUFACTURER, AND THEY COULD NOT HELP THE SITUATION. THIS HAPPENED WITHOUT CONSUMER KNOWING WHAT COULD CAUSE A MAJOR ACCIDENT.*AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · August 3, 2001

2000 Suzuki GSX-R750 — common questions

Is the 2000 Suzuki GSX-R750 reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 39 complaints put the 2000 model at #1 of 18 GSX-R750 years. It is one of the GSX-R750 years to avoid.

What are the most common 2000 GSX-R750 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are transmission (34 complaints), engine (2 complaints), speed control (2 complaints).

Does the 2000 Suzuki GSX-R750 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2000 Suzuki GSX-R750. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2000 Suzuki GSX-R750 under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 2 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Suzuki GSX-R750 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the GSX-R750 years to avoid are 2000, 2007. The cleanest record among GSX-R750 years belongs to 2013.

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.