Suzuki GS1000: history, specs, pictures
The Suzuki GS1000 was a in-line four, four-stroke Classic motorcycle produced by Suzuki between 1978 and 1981. It could reach a top speed of 134 mph (216 km/h). Max torque was 61.22 ft/lbs (83.0 Nm) @ 6500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 88.11 HP (65.7 KW) @ 9000 RPM.
'Suzuki GS1000' | |
Manufacturer | [[Suzuki]] |
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Also called | GS1000GL, GS 1000 GL, GS1000E, GS1000S, GS1000L, GS1000G, GS 1000 S, GS 1000 L, GS 1000 G, GS 1000 E, GS 1000 |
Production | 1978 - 1981 |
Class | [[:Category:Road motorcycles|Road]] [[Category:Road motorcycles]] |
Engine | in-line four, four-stroke |
Bore / Stroke | 70.0mm x 64.8mm |
Compression ratio | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 134 mph (216 km/h) |
Horsepower | 88.11 HP (65.7 KW) @ 9000RPM |
Torque | 61.22 ft/lbs (83.0 Nm) @ 6500RPM |
Fuel System | 4xMikuni VM 28 SS Carburetors |
Spark Plug | NGK B8ES '78-79 |
Battery | YUASA YB14L-A2 '78-79 |
Transmission | Gear box: 5-speed Final Drive: chain |
Final Drive | Chain: 630x96 |
Front Sprocket | 15T |
Rear Sprocket | 42T |
Suspension | Front: Telehydraulic Forks Rear: Swinging Arm Forks With Adjustable Shock Absorbers |
Brakes | Front: dual disc Rear: single disc |
Front Tire | 3.50-19 |
Rear Tire | 4.25/85-18 |
Wheelbase | 59.09 inches (1501 mm) |
Length | 89.61 inches (2276 mm) |
Width | 35.39 inches (899 mm) |
Weight | 562.18 pounds (255.0 Kg) (dry), 255.0 kg (wet) |
Oil Filter | K&N KN-133 |
Fuel Capacity | 5.28 Gallon (20.00 Liters) |
Related | Kawasaki KZ1000A |
Manuals | Service Manual |
Engine
The engine was a air cooled in-line four, four-stroke. A 70.0mm bore x 64.8mm stroke result in a displacement of just 997.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a double overhead cams/twin cam (dohc).
Drive
The bike has a 5-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-plate.
Chassis
It came with a 3.50-19 front tire and a 4.25/85-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via dual disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The front suspension was a Telehydraulic Forks while the rear was equipped with a Swinging Arm Forks With Adjustable Shock Absorbers. The GS1000S was fitted with a 5.28 Gallon (20.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 562.18 pounds (255.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 59.09 inches (1501 mm) long.
1978 GS1000C
- FRAME #: GS1000-100001
- ENGINE #: GS1000-100001
- ENGINE TYPE: 997cc Four-stroke Inline-four
- MODEL CODE: 490
- COLOR: Midnight Blue, Burgundy
- Spoke wheels
- Indentation in tank for Suzuki emblem
1979 GS1000N
- FRAME #: GS1000-106722
- ENGINE #: GS1000-121074
- ENGINE TYPE: 997cc Four-stroke Inline-four
- MODEL CODE: 490
- COLOR: Blue, Maroon
- Spoke wheels
- Chrome air box covers
- Choke lever located in steering stem head
1978 GS1000EC
- FRAME #: GS1000-500001
- ENGINE #: GS1000-100001
- ENGINE TYPE: 997cc Four-stroke Inline-four
- MODEL CODE: 490
- COLOR: Black
- Self-canceling turn signals
- Mag-type wheels
- Dual, front disc brakes
1979 GS1000EN
- FRAME #: GS1000-515728
- ENGINE #: GS1000-121074
- ENGINE TYPE: 997cc Four-stroke Inline-four
- MODEL CODE: 490
- COLOR: Black
- Chrome air box covers
- Choke lever located in steering stem head
1980 GS1000ET
- FRAME #: GS1000- 528511
- ENGINE #: GS1000- 145969
- ENGINE TYPE: 997cc Four-stroke Inline-four
- MODEL CODE: 490
- COLOR: Blue, Red
- Slotted disc
- CV carburetors
- Chrome front fender
1980 - 1982 Suzuki GS 1000 GL
Suzuki introduced another shaftie in 1980 fitting a shaft drive the GS 1000L, GS 1000GL used the same mechanics as the GS1000G but borrowed the style of the GS 1000L with smaller fuel tank, high handlebars and stepped seat. Notice the different front fork. The beefy air-cooled engine was a real hammer and offered as a short stroke with a stroke-bore ratio of 64.8 x 70 mm a respectable capacity of 997 cc. Although only two valves per cylinder in the DOHC head Celt, 90 hp (68 Kw) at the crankshaft roller bearings were solid given and much more important for a chopper 81 Nm at 7,000 rpm
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