DB Holders Aluminium Rear Subframe for Suzuki GSX-R 1000 (2017–2023)

If you are looking for a practical, cost-effective upgrade to the stock subframe on your Suzuki GSX-R 1000, the DB Holders aluminium rear subframe delivers exactly where it counts. Machined from high-grade aerospace aluminium alloy and finished with a durable powder coat, it sheds approximately 25% of the weight of the original OEM part while slotting straight in without modification — making it one of the most straightforward performance investments available for the 2017–2023 GSX-R 1000.

Key Features

• Precise OEM-replica dimensions allow the standard battery and fuse box to transfer across without any alterations — no rewiring, no fabrication.
• Approximately 25% lighter than the factory subframe, improving agility and reducing unsprung mass at the rear.
• Constructed from aerospace-grade aluminium alloy for a combination of strength and low weight that rivals far more expensive components.
• Powder-coated finish available in black (SKU: 09/10/17/50) or silver (SKU: 09/10/17/50S) for long-lasting resistance to corrosion and track abuse.
• A genuinely cost-effective alternative to sourcing an OEM replacement subframe, with no compromise on dimensional accuracy.
• Meets the requirements of racing categories that mandate production-derived subframes.

Build Quality and Everyday Practicality

The DB Holders subframe is designed as a true like-for-like replica of the OEM item — not a cut-down race-only skeleton, but a complete rear subframe that retains all the mounting points needed for your stock electrical components. That means fitting it is straightforward: the standard battery tray and fuse box locate exactly as they do on the original frame, so you spend less time in the garage and more time on track. The powder-coat finish is robust enough to handle repeated removal and refitting without scuffing, and the choice of black or silver lets you match your machine's overall livery.

Track Use and Racing Categories

The weight saving of roughly 25% over the OEM subframe has a tangible effect on how the GSX-R 1000 changes direction, particularly in fast chicanes where rear-end mass plays a notable role. Because the dimensions are identical to the original, no geometry changes are introduced — you retain the same seat height and tail unit fitment. This makes the DB Holders subframe a popular choice in production-based racing classes where a near-standard subframe is a technical requirement.

Please note: this rear subframe is designed exclusively for track and racing use. It does not include mounting provisions for pillion footpegs or any road-going accessories, and it is not approved for use on public roads.

Fitment and Compatibility

This subframe is a direct replacement for the following model:

• Suzuki GSX-R 1000 — model years 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023

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