GT5 Transcripts/Suzuki GSX-R/4 Concept '01

Suzuki is ranked with Honda as one of the top international motorcycle manufacturers, and they rolled out this unique GSX-R/4 concept car at the 2001 Frankfurt Motor Show. As the name suggests, this was a 4-wheeled version of their GSX-R Super Sports bike.
The basic frame was a custom-designed aluminium space frame, to which were bolted panels made from recycled materials. The exposed aluminum roll bar located behind the driver and the red, black, and silver colouring were both just like in the GSX-R. Even the windscreen was made as small as possible to better mimic the ambience of a motorcycle.
The body, with a length of 131.8 inches, width of 68.1 inches, and height of 39.7 inches, was about the size of a small open-wheel racing car, and the light 640kg curb weight was also on par with lightweight race cars.
The real attraction of this car was the engine. Mounted amidship behind the seat was the same 1.3-litre DOHC straight-4 used in the Hayabusa, the fastest superbike in the world at the time. In addition to the 173 BHP power output, the 11,000 rpm redline is simply incredible. The design was truly a bike turned into a car. Even the transmission utilised a 6-speed sequential gearbox.
The instrument panel also included a unique advanced navigation system. In addition to the usual navigation functions, engine settings could be configured on-screen, and the driver could enjoy circuit run-through simulations supervised by the international rally driver "Monster" Tajima. For amateur racers in the 21st century who drive cars like they are in a video game, this is the perfect car.
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