The Suzuki GS1000S was made in 1979-1980. Then in 1981 it wasn't produced, only to come back in 1982 as the Suzuki GS1000S Katana.
History
Suzuki has always had a reputation of building well-engineered, solid motorcycles, but in the early 1980s, they were a little bland in the styling department. They had a plan to build a motorcycle that stood out and drew attention like no other. The styling was contracted out to German designer Hans Muth, and the result was the Katana, and it created a sensation when it was first displayed. It was radical and attention getting, and set new standards in styling. A Katana is a Japanese Samurai sword.
1979 GS1000SN
- FRAME #: GS1000-521285
- ENGINE #: GS1000-121074
- ENGINE TYPE: 997cc 4 Strk. 4 Cyl.
- MODEL CODE: 490
- COLOR: Blue & White
- Mag-type wheels
- Low racer type handlebars
- Sport fairing
1980 GS1000ST
- FRAME #: GS1000-528511
- ENGINE #: GS1000-145969
- ENGINE TYPE: 997cc 4 Strk. 4 Cyl.
- MODEL CODE: 490
- COLOR: White
- Sport fairing
- Quartz clock
- Oil temperature gauge
1982 GS1000SZ
- V.I.N. #: JS1GT72A C 100001
- ENGINE PREFIX: GS10X
- ENGINE TYPE: 998cc 4 Strk. 4 Cyl.
- MODEL CODE: 493
- COLOR: Silver
- Anti dive
- Silver frame
- Clip-on type handlebars
- Known as the Katana this year.