Suzuki GS1100

The Suzuki GS1100 is a Suzuki GS series motorcycle introduced in 1980.[2] It was a direct descendant of the Suzuki GS750. The engine size increased from 1000 to 1100 cc. Upon its introduction it received accolades. The 1980 had a 1/4 mile time of 11.39 seconds at 118.42 mph (190.58 km/h) and a 0 to 60 mph time of 4.3 seconds.[1]

Suzuki GS1100
ManufacturerSuzuki
ClassStandard
Engine1,075 cc (65.6 cu in) DOHC inline-four
Bore / stroke72 mm × 66 mm (2.8 in × 2.6 in)
Compression ratio9.5:1
Top speed134 mph (216 km/h)[1]
Power105 bhp (78 kW) @ 8,500 rpm (claimed)[1]
Torque67.6 ft⋅lb (91.7 J) @ 6,500 rpm (claimed)[1]
Ignition typeCDI
TransmissionWet multi-plate clutch, 5-speed, chain drive
SuspensionFront: telescopic fork
Rear: Swingarm 2×shocks adj. damping
BrakesFront: 2×280 mm (11 in) disc
Rear: 280 mm (11 in) disc
TiresBridgestone, Front: 3.5-V19
Rear: 4.5-V17
Rake, trail28°, 103 mm (4.06 in)
Wheelbase1,540 mm (60.5 in)
DimensionsW: 800 mm (31.5 in)
Seat height800 mm (31.5 in)
Weight252 kg (556 lb) (tank 12 full)[1] (wet)
Fuel capacity18 l; 3.9 imp gal (4.7 US gal)
Fuel consumption4.96 L/100 km; 56.9 mpgimp (47.4 mpgUS)[1]

Specifications

  • Four valves per cylinder
  • Double overhead cam
  • Electronic ignition
  • Five-speed transmission
  • Box-section aluminum swingarm
  • Anti-dive forks (from 1982)
  • Triple disc brakes

Recognition

Cycle World's Superbike of the Year for three consecutive years from 1981-1983.

Cycle Guide said in March 1978, "Technologically, the GS1000 is a landmark motorcycle. It represents the first time … that an existing Japanese motorcycle has been successfully re-engineered with two important factors uppermost on the priority sheet: handling and light weight."

In 1999 Rider magazine ranked the GS1100E fifth on its list of the most significant bikes of the last 35 years.

Notes

  1. "Cycle World Test: Suzuki GS1100E", Cycle World, Newport Beach, California: Hachette Filipacchi Media U.S., no. 4, pp. 31–40, April 1980, ISSN 0011-4286
  2. Richard Backus, "1980-83 Suzuki GS1100 E/ES", 'Motorcycle Classics', May 2011
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