1978 Suzuki GS 1000

Suzuki GS 1000
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Suzuki GS 1000
Suzuki GS 1000
Suzuki GS 1000
Suzuki GS 1000
Suzuki GS 1000
Suzuki GS 1000
Suzuki GS 1000
Suzuki GS 1000
Suzuki GS 1000

General motorcycle information

Model
Suzuki GS 1000
Year
1978
Category
Classic
Rating
  4.3 out of 5

Engine and transmission

Displacement
60.84 cubic inches (997.0 ccm)
Engine type
In-line four, 4 stroke
Power
90.0 horsepowers (67.1 kiloWatts) at 8200 RPM
Torque
61.52 pound-foot/lbf-ft (83.40 Nm / 8.50 kgf-m) at 6500 RPM
Compression
9.2:1
Bore x stroke
4.27 x 3.95 inches (70.0 x 64.8 mm)
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel system
Carburettor
Fuel control
Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Chain
Starter
Electric
Fuel consumption
7.20 litres/100 km, 13.9 km/l or 32.7 mpg
Top speed
219.0 kmh (136.1 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
3.50-19
Rear tyre
4.50-17
Front brake
Double discs
Front brakes diameter
18.00 inches (295.0 mm)
Rear brake
Single disc
Rear brakes diameter
18.00 inches (295.0 mm)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
511.5 pounds (232.0 kg)
Wet weight
562.2 pounds (255.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
91.8 inches (1505 mm)
Overall length
142.8 inches (2340 mm)
Overall width
46.1 inches (755 mm)
Overall height
69.9 inches (1145 mm)
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
5.28 gallons (20.0 litres)
Oil capacity
-

Further motorcycle information

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