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{{Motorcycle
|name            = Suzuki GS450
|photo            = Suzuki-gs450-1981-1988-0.jpg
|aka              = GS450L (reduced effect), GS 450 L (reduced effect), GS450T, GS450S, GS450L, GS450E, GS 450 T, GS 450 S, GS 450 L, GS 450 E, GS 450
|manufacturer    = Suzuki
|parent_company  =
|production      = 1980 - 1988
|model_year      =
|predecessor      =
|successor        = [[Suzuki GS500E]]
|class            = Cruiser
|engine          = twin, four-stroke
|bore_stroke      = 71.0mm x 56.6mm
|compression      = 9:1
|top_speed        = 102 mph (164 km/h)
|power            = 26.42 HP (19.7 KW) @ 7600RPM
|torque          = 25.82 ft/lbs (35.0 Nm) @ 7500RPM
|fuel_system      = carburetor
|ignition        =
|spark_plug      =
|battery          =
|transmission    = Gear box: 6-speed <br>
Final Drive: [[chain]] <br>
Clutch: wet plate <br>
|frame            =
|suspension      =Front: 38 Mm Air Assisted  Forks, <br>
Rear: Dual Shocks, Adjustable Spring Preload
|brakes          =Front: single disc <br>Rear: expanding brake
|front_tire      = {{tire|3.60-19}}
|rear_tire    = {{tire|4.60-16}}
|rake_trail      =
|wheelbase        = 54.49 inches (1384 mm)
|length          = 81.89 inches (2080 mm)
|width            = 29.49 inches (749 mm)
|height          =
|seat_height      = 31.1 inches (790 mm)
|dry_weight      =
|wet_weight      = 183.0 kg
|fuel_capacity    = 2.91 Gallon (11.00 Liters)
|oil_capacity    =
|oil_filter      = K&N KN-133
|recommended_oil= Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40
|fuel_consumption =
|turning_radius  =
|related          =
|competition      =
}}
The '''[[Suzuki]] GS450L''' was a twin, [[four-stroke]] Cruiser [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Suzuki]] between 1980 and 1988. It could reach a top speed of 102 mph (164 km/h). Max [[torque]] was 25.82 ft/lbs (35.0 Nm) @ 7500 RPM. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 26.42 HP (19.7 KW) @ 7600 RPM. 
==Engine==
The engine was a [[air cooled]] twin, four-stroke. A 71.0mm [[bore]] x 56.6mm [[stroke]] result in a [[displacement]] of just 448.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a double overhead cams/twin [[cam]] (dohc). 
==Drive==
The bike has a 6-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the wet plate. 
==Chassis==
It came with a 3.60-19 front [[tire]] and a 4.60-16 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a expanding [[brake]] in the rear. The front suspension was a  38 Mm Air Assisted  Forks, while the rear was equipped with a Dual Shocks, Adjustable Spring Preload. The GS450L was fitted with a 2.91 Gallon (11.00 Liters) fuel tank. The wheelbase was 54.49 inches (1384 mm) long. 
==1980 GS450ET==
==1980 GS450ET==
[[Image:1980-Suzuki-GS450ET.jpg|left|thumb|1980 Suzuki GS450ET]]<br style="clear: left"/>
[[Image:1980-Suzuki-GS450ET.jpg|left|thumb|1980 Suzuki GS450ET]]<br style="clear: left"/>
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* Black exhaust
* Black exhaust
* Silver Suzuki tank decal
* Silver Suzuki tank decal
==1982 GS450GAZ==
[[Image:1982-Suzuki-GS450GAZ.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Suzuki GS450GAZ]]<br style="clear: left"/>
*V.I.N. #: JS1GL51K C 100001
*ENGINE PREFIX: L502-
*ENGINE TYPE: 448cc [[Four-stroke]] Twin
*MODEL CODE: 445
*COLOR: Blue, Black
* 2-speed semi-automatic transmission
* Gold tank stripes
* Shaft drive


==1980 GS450LT==
==1980 GS450LT==
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==1981 GS450LX==
==1981 GS450LX==
[[Image:1981-Suzuki-GS450LX.jpg|left|thumb|1981 Suzuki GS450LX]][[Image:1981-Suzuki-GS450LX-Black-6545-0.jpg|left|thumb|1981 Suzuki GS450LX in Black]][[Image:1981-Suzuki-GS450LX-Black-6545-1.jpg|left|thumb|1981 Suzuki GS450LX in Black]][[Image:1981-Suzuki-GS450LX-Black-6545-2.jpg|left|thumb|1981 Suzuki GS450LX in Black]][[Image:1981-Suzuki-GS450LX-Black-6545-3.jpg|left|thumb|1981 Suzuki GS450LX in Black]][[Image:1981-Suzuki-GS450LX-Black-6545-4.jpg|left|thumb|1981 Suzuki GS450LX in Black]]
[[Image:1981-Suzuki-GS450LX.jpg|left|thumb|1981 Suzuki GS450LX]]
[[Image:1981-Suzuki-GS450LX-Black-6545-0.jpg|left|thumb|1981 Suzuki GS450LX in Black]]
[[Image:1981-Suzuki-GS450LX-Black-6545-1.jpg|left|thumb|1981 Suzuki GS450LX in Black]]
[[Image:1981-Suzuki-GS450LX-Black-6545-2.jpg|left|thumb|1981 Suzuki GS450LX in Black]]
[[Image:1981-Suzuki-GS450LX-Black-6545-3.jpg|left|thumb|1981 Suzuki GS450LX in Black]]
[[Image:1981-Suzuki-GS450LX-Black-6545-4.jpg|left|thumb|1981 Suzuki GS450LX in Black]]
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*MODEL CODE: 442
*MODEL CODE: 442
*COLOR- Black, Red
*COLOR- Black, Red
* Rectangular front master cylinder
* Rectangular front [[master cylinder]]


==1983 GS450LD==
==1983 GS450LD==
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*COLOR: Blue
*COLOR: Blue
* Front and rear drum brakes
* Front and rear drum brakes
==1981 - 1988 Suzuki GS 450 L==
[[File:suzuki-gs450-1981-1988-1.jpg|600px|1981 - 1988 Suzuki GS 450 L]]
[[File:suzuki-gs450-1981-1988-0.jpg|600px|1981 - 1988 Suzuki GS 450 L]]
The base of the bikes was the two-pillager of the popular GS 400, whose origins originated from 1976. But you can make everything better and so the engineers gave the Twin a general cure. A cylinder drill of 71 mm was installed and the stroke reduced from 60 to 56.6 mm. This resulted in an increase in displacement to 448 cc .
==In Media==
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/cell#suzuki-gs450 Cell]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/the-passing#suzuki-gs450 The Passing]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/ein-fall-fur-zwei#suzuki-gs450 Ein Fall für Zwei]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/ninja-iii-the-domination#suzuki-gs450 Ninja III: The Domination]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/ka-la-shi-tiao-gou#suzuki-gs450 Ka la shi tiao gou]
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{{Suzuki}}


[[Category:Suzuki motorcycles|GS450]]
[[Category:Suzuki motorcycles|GS450]]
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[[Category:Cruiser motorcycles]]
[[Category:1980s motorcycles]]

Latest revision as of 20:10, 23 November 2019

Suzuki-gs450-1981-1988-0.jpg
Suzuki GS450
Manufacturer
Also called GS450L (reduced effect), GS 450 L (reduced effect), GS450T, GS450S, GS450L, GS450E, GS 450 T, GS 450 S, GS 450 L, GS 450 E, GS 450
Production 1980 - 1988
Class Cruiser
Successor Suzuki GS500E
Engine
twin, four-stroke
Bore / Stroke 71.0mm x 56.6mm
Compression ratio 9:1
Top Speed 102 mph (164 km/h)
Horsepower 26.42 HP (19.7 KW) @ 7600RPM
Torque 25.82 ft/lbs (35.0 Nm) @ 7500RPM
Fuel System carburetor
Transmission Gear box: 6-speed

Final Drive: chain

Clutch: wet plate
Suspension Front: 38 Mm Air Assisted Forks,
Rear: Dual Shocks, Adjustable Spring Preload
Brakes Front: single disc
Rear: expanding brake
Front Tire 3.60-19
Rear Tire 4.60-16
Wheelbase 54.49 inches (1384 mm)
Length 81.89 inches (2080 mm)
Width 29.49 inches (749 mm)
Seat Height 31.1 inches (790 mm)
Weight 183.0 kg (wet)
Oil Filter K&N KN-133
Recommended Oil Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40
Fuel Capacity 2.91 Gallon (11.00 Liters)
Manuals Service Manual


The Suzuki GS450L was a twin, four-stroke Cruiser motorcycle produced by Suzuki between 1980 and 1988. It could reach a top speed of 102 mph (164 km/h). Max torque was 25.82 ft/lbs (35.0 Nm) @ 7500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 26.42 HP (19.7 KW) @ 7600 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a air cooled twin, four-stroke. A 71.0mm bore x 56.6mm stroke result in a displacement of just 448.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a double overhead cams/twin cam (dohc).

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 6-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the wet plate.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 3.60-19 front tire and a 4.60-16 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a expanding brake in the rear. The front suspension was a 38 Mm Air Assisted Forks, while the rear was equipped with a Dual Shocks, Adjustable Spring Preload. The GS450L was fitted with a 2.91 Gallon (11.00 Liters) fuel tank. The wheelbase was 54.49 inches (1384 mm) long.


1980 GS450ET[edit | edit source]

1980 Suzuki GS450ET


  • FRAME #: GS450-500049
  • ENGINE #: GS450-100096
  • ENGINE TYPE: 448cc Four-stroke Twin
  • MODEL CODE: 441
  • COLOR: Black, Maroon
  • Chrome front fender
  • Orange and two tone red tank stripes

1981 GS450EX[edit | edit source]

1981 Suzuki GS450EX


  • V.I.N. #: JS1GL51A B 100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: GS450-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 448cc Four-stroke Twin
  • MODEL CODE: 441
  • COLOR: Silver, Red
  • Front fender primary color


1982 GS450EZ[edit | edit source]

1982 Suzuki GS450EZ


  • V.I.N. #: JS1GL51A C 100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: GS450-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 448cc Four-stroke Twin
  • MODEL CODE: 441
  • COLOR: Black, Red
  • Black lower forks
  • Front fender primary color

1983 GS450ED[edit | edit source]

1983 Suzuki GS450ED


  • V.I.N. #: JS1 GL53A D 100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: L501-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 448cc Four-stroke Twin
  • MODEL CODE: 444
  • COLOR: Black, Red
  • Black exhaust
  • Silver Suzuki tank decal

1980 GS450LT[edit | edit source]

1980 Suzuki GS450LT


  • FRAME #: GS450- 700018
  • ENGINE #: GS450-109969
  • ENGINE TYPE: . . . 448cc Four-stroke Twin
  • MODEL CODE: . . . 442
  • COLOR: Black, Red
  • Chrome fenders
  • Pullback handlebars

1981 GS450LX[edit | edit source]

1981 Suzuki GS450LX
1981 Suzuki GS450LX in Black
1981 Suzuki GS450LX in Black
1981 Suzuki GS450LX in Black
1981 Suzuki GS450LX in Black
1981 Suzuki GS450LX in Black


  • V.I.N. #: JS1GL51L B 100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: GS450-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 448cc Four-stroke Twin
  • MODEL CODE: 442
  • COLOR: Blue, Black
  • Gold tank stripe
  • Side cover stripe does not follow contour of side cover as previous year

1982 GS450LZ[edit | edit source]

1982 Suzuki GS450LZ


  • V.I.N. #: JS1GL51L C 100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: GS450-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 448cc Four-stroke Twin
  • MODEL CODE: 442
  • COLOR- Black, Red
  • Rectangular front master cylinder

1983 GS450LD[edit | edit source]

1983 Suzuki GS450LD


  • V.I.N. #: JS1GL51L D_100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: L501-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 448cc Four-stroke Twin
  • MODEL CODE: 449
  • COLOR: Black & Silver, Two Tone Maroon
  • Polished aluminum grab bar
  • Black engine with polished right and left engine covers

1985 GS450LF[edit | edit source]

1985 Suzuki GS450LF


  • V.I.N. #: JS1GL51L F2100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: L501-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 448cc Four-stroke Twin
  • MODEL CODE: 449
  • COLOR: Black, Red
  • Winged S tank decal

1986 GS450LG[edit | edit source]

1986 Suzuki GS450LG


  • V.I.N. #: JS1GL51L G2100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: L501-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 448cc Four-stroke Twin
  • MODEL CODE: 449
  • COLOR: Black, Candy Maroon
  • Unchanged features, identify by V.I.N. number

1987 GS450LH[edit | edit source]

1987 Suzuki GS450LH


  • V.I.N. #: JS1GL51L H2100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: . . L501-
  • ENGINE TYPE: . . . 448cc Four-stroke Twin
  • MODEL CODE: . . . 449
  • COLOR- Black, Maroon
  • Unchanged features, identify by V.I.N. number


1988 GS450LJ[edit | edit source]

1988 Suzuki GS450LJ


  • V.I.N. #: JS1GL51L J2100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: L501-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 448cc Four-stroke Twin
  • MODEL CODE: 449
  • COLOR: Maroon
  • Unchanged features, identify by V.I.N. number


1980 GS450ST[edit | edit source]

1980 Suzuki GS450ST


  • FRAME #: GS450-500421
  • ENGINE #: GS450-100096
  • ENGINE TYPE: 448cc Four-stroke Twin
  • MODEL CODE: 441
  • COLOR: Red
  • Sport fairing
  • Gold mag-type wheels

1981 GS450SX[edit | edit source]

1981 Suzuki GS450SX


  • V.I.N. #: JS1GL51A B 100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: GS450-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 448cc Four-stroke Twin
  • MODEL CODE: 441
  • COLOR: Black
  • Sport fairing
  • Gold mag-type wheels


1981 GS450TX[edit | edit source]

1981 Suzuki GS450TX


  • V.I.N. #: JS1GL52A B 100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: GS450-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 448cc Four-stroke Twin
  • MODEL CODE: 444
  • COLOR: Blue, Black
  • Chrome airbox covers
  • Black headlight housing

1982 GS450TZ[edit | edit source]

1982 Suzuki GS450TZ


  • V.I.N. #: JS1GL52A C 100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: GS450-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 448cc Four-stroke Twin
  • MODEL CODE: 444
  • COLOR: Red, Black
  • New style mag-type wheels

1982 GS450TXZ[edit | edit source]

1982 Suzuki GS450TXZ


  • V.I.N. #: JS1GL52A C 100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: GS450-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 448cc Four-stroke Twin
  • MODEL CODE: 447
  • COLOR: Blue
  • Spoke wheels
  • Front disc brake


1983 GS450TXD[edit | edit source]

1983 Suzuki GS450TXD


  • V.I.N. #: JS1GL52A D 100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: L501-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 448cc Four-stroke Twin
  • MODEL CODE: 447
  • COLOR: Blue
  • Front and rear drum brakes


1981 - 1988 Suzuki GS 450 L[edit | edit source]

1981 - 1988 Suzuki GS 450 L 1981 - 1988 Suzuki GS 450 L

The base of the bikes was the two-pillager of the popular GS 400, whose origins originated from 1976. But you can make everything better and so the engineers gave the Twin a general cure. A cylinder drill of 71 mm was installed and the stroke reduced from 60 to 56.6 mm. This resulted in an increase in displacement to 448 cc .




In Media[edit | edit source]