Suzuki GS1100G

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Suzuki GS1100
Manufacturer
Also called GS1100GK, GS1100G, GS 1100 G, GS1100E, GS 1100 E, GS 1100
Production 1980 - 1988
Class Standard
Predecessor Suzuki GS1000G
Engine
in-line four, four-stroke
Bore / Stroke 72.0mm x 66.0mm
Compression ratio 9.5:1
Top Speed 129 mph (207 km/h)
Horsepower 91.99 HP (68.6 KW) @ 8000RPM
Torque 63.43 ft/lbs (86.0 Nm) @ 6400RPM
Fuel System carburetor. 4 mikuni bs34ss
Ignition transistorized electric
Spark Plug NGK B8ES '82-83
Battery YUASA YB14L-A2 '82-83
Transmission Gear box: 5-speed

Final Drive: shaft drive (cardan)

Clutch: Wet multi-plate
Final Drive Shaft ‘82-83[1]
Suspension Front: telescopic gas/coil spring oil damped
Rear: swing arm, gas/coil spring oil-damper 4 way adjustable
Brakes Front: dual disc
Rear: single disc
Front Tire 3.50-19
Rear Tire 4.50-17
Wheelbase 60.98 inches (1549 mm)
Length 88.82 inches (2256 mm)
Width 29.88 inches (759 mm)
Seat Height 31.69 inches (805 mm)
Weight 268.0 kg (wet)
Oil Filter K&N KN-133[2]
Recommended Oil Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40
Fuel Capacity 5.81 Gallon (22.00 Liters)
Related Suzuki GS1100E
Manuals Service Manual


The Suzuki GS1100G was a in-line four, four-stroke Naked motorcycle produced by Suzuki between 1982 and 1983 . It could reach a top speed of 129 mph (207 km/h). Max torque was 63.43 ft/lbs (86.0 Nm) @ 6400 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 91.99 HP (68.6 KW) @ 8000 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a air cooled in-line four, four-stroke. A 72.0mm bore x 66.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 1074.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a double overhead cams/twin cam (dohc).

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 5-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-plate.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 3.50-19 front tire and a 4.50-17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via dual disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The front suspension was a telescopic gas/coil spring oil damped while the rear was equipped with a swing arm, gas/coil spring oil-damper 4 way adjustable. The GS1100G was fitted with a 5.81 Gallon (22.00 Liters) fuel tank. The wheelbase was 60.98 inches (1549 mm) long.


1982 GS1100GZ[edit | edit source]


  • V.I.N. #: JS1GU71G C 100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: U701-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 1074cc Four-stroke Inline-four
  • MODEL CODE: 494
  • COLOR: Black, Maroon
  • Shaft drive
  • New style mag wheels

1983 GS1100GD[edit | edit source]

1983 Suzuki GS1100GD


  • V.I.N. #: JS1GU71 G D 100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: U701-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 1074cc Four-stroke Inline-four
  • MODEL CODE: 494
  • COLOR: Black & Silver, Two Tone Maroon
  • Air shocks
  • Black engine with polished right and left engine covers

1982 GS1100GKZ[edit | edit source]

1982 Suzuki GS1100GKZ


  • V.I.N. #: JS1GU72G C 100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: U701-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 1074cc Four-stroke Inline-four
  • MODEL CODE: 494
  • COLOR: Maroon, Black
  • Touring fairing, saddlebags and travel trunk
  • Rectangular headlight


1982 GS1100GK2[edit | edit source]

1982 Suzuki GS1100GK2


  • V.I.N. #: JS1GU72G C 100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: U701-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 1074cc Four-stroke Inline-four
  • MODEL CODE: 494
  • COLOR: Two Tone Brown
  • Graphics and features the same as following year.

1983 GS1100GKD[edit | edit source]

1983 Suzuki GS1100GKD


  • V.I.N. #: JS1GU72G D 100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: U701-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 1074cc Four-stroke Inline-four
  • MODEL CODE: 494
  • COLOR: Two Tone Brown
  • Black engine with polished right and left engine covers


1984 GS1100GKE[edit | edit source]

1984 Suzuki GS1100GKE


  • V.I.N. #: JS1GU72G E 100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: U701-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 1074cc Four-stroke Inline-four
  • MODEL CODE: 494
  • COLOR: Two Tone Gray & Silver
  • Unchanged features, identify by V.I.N. number


1982 GS1100GLZ[edit | edit source]

1982 Suzuki GS1100GLZ


  • V.I.N. #: JS1GU71L C 100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: U701-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 1074cc Four-stroke Inline-four
  • MODEL CODE: 494
  • COLOR: Black & Maroon, Two Tone Blue
  • Shaft drive
  • Chrome fenders
  • Pullback handlebars


1983 GS1100GLD[edit | edit source]

1983 Suzuki GS1100GLD


  • V.I.N. #: JS1GU71L D 100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: U701-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 1074cc Four-stroke Inline-four
  • MODEL CODE: 494
  • COLOR: Black & Silver, Two tone Maroon
  • Black engine with polished right and left engine covers
  • Air shocks

References[edit | edit source]

  1. 2019 Western Power Sports Catalog. Western Power Sports. 2019. 
  2. 2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog. K&L Supply Co. 2019.