2006 Suzuki GSX1300R problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 4 complaints on file for the 2006 Suzuki GSX1300R — 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.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2006 compare to other GSX1300R years?

GSX1300R NHTSA complaints by model year, 2006 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2006 Suzuki GSX1300R problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Electrical System	1	25%	▼ down
Fuel System	1	25%	▼ down
Body & Structure	1	25%	▼ down
Transmission	1	25%	— flat

Does the 2006 Suzuki GSX1300R have recalls?

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

14E012000OtherApril 1, 2014 · 2,827 units

Defect

Ohlins Racing AB (Ohlins) is recalling certain steering dampers kits manufactured with an incorrectly machined bracket. These dampers were sold for use as aftermarket equipment on Yamaha R1, R6, and FZ6, Suzuki TL1000 R and GSX1300R, Honda CB600RR, and Ducati Monster 1000, 748, 848, 916, 996, and 998 motorcycles. Also included are universal steering damper kits with part numbers SD 000 through SD 005. The affected brackets may crack.

Consequence

If there is a crack in the steering bracket, at low speeds it may cause the steering to lock, leading to personal injury or a crash.

Remedy

Ohlins will notify the distributors and provide their customers with a new bracket. The recall began in November 2013. Owners may contact Ohlins USA at 1-828-692-4525. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 13E-034.

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.

“I HAVE A SUZUKI HAYABUSA MOTORCYCLE. IT IS 1 YEAR OLD WITH 12,000 MILES. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER TO HAVE THE TRANSMISSION LOOKED AT BECAUSE IT FELT LIKE IT WAS SLIPPING OUT OF 2ND GEAR. THE BIKE IS STILL UNDER WARRANTY. THE DEALER IS TELLING ME THAT SUZUKI WILL NOT COVER THIS UNDER WARRANTY. *JB”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · March 5, 2007

“ON 10/25/2010 A 2006 SUZUKI GSX1300 MOTORCYCLE WAS TOWED TO OUR SHOP. THE CUSTOMER'S COMPLAINT WAS THAT THE MOTORCYCLE'S ENGINE STOPPED RUNNING WHILE HE WAS RIDDING DOWN THE FREEWAY WHICH HE FELT ENDANGERED HIS LIFE. AFTER DIAGNOSING THE PROBLEM, WE FOUND OUT THAT THE BRACKET HOLDING THE BANK ANGLE…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · October 25, 2010

“I WAS RIDING ON THE FREEWAY (WITH MY GIRLFRIEND [XXX]) ON MY '06 GSX-1330R HAYABUSA WHEN MY MOTOR SUDDENLY CUT. LUCKILY, I WAS ABLE TO MOVE TO THE SHOULDER WITHOUT INCIDENT. I TURNED OFF THE IGNITION, TURNED IT BACK ON AND THE MOTOR STARTED RIGHT UP. NOT KNOWING THE ISSUE, I DROVE OFF THE FREEWAY…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · July 22, 2010

“DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH THROUGH A PARKING LOT, THE MOTORCYCLE IDLED ROUGHLY, THEN STALLED COMPLETELY. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS TAKEN TO A SERVICE DEALER, WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE FUEL INJECTORS NEEDED TO BE ADJUSTED.”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · August 9, 2006

2006 Suzuki GSX1300R — common questions

Is the 2006 Suzuki GSX1300R reliable?

The record is thin — 4 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2006 Suzuki GSX1300R have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2006 Suzuki GSX1300R. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2006 compare to other GSX1300R years?

What are the most common 2006 Suzuki GSX1300R problems?

Does the 2006 Suzuki GSX1300R have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2006 Suzuki GSX1300R — common questions

Is the 2006 Suzuki GSX1300R reliable?

Does the 2006 Suzuki GSX1300R have recalls?

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