Suzuki VZ1600 Marauder: review, history, specs
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| Suzuki VZ1600 Marauder | |
| Manufacturer | |
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| Production | 2004 - 2005 |
| Class | Cruiser |
| Engine | four-stroke, liquid-cooled, V-twin, SOHC, 8-valves |
| Bore / Stroke | 101.6mm x 101.6mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.0:1 |
| Horsepower | 72.95 HP (54.4 KW) @ 5300RPM |
| Torque | 92.2 ft/lbs (125.0 Nm) @ 2800RPM |
| Fuel System | Electronic Injection |
| Air Filter | K&N KA-1596 `04-05[1] |
| Spark Plug | NGK DPR6EA-9 '04 |
| Battery | YUASA YTX16-BS '04 |
| Transmission | Gear box: 5 speed, manual Final Drive: Shaft |
| Suspension | Front: Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped Rear: Twin shock, air-adjustable preload, 4-way adjustable rebound damping |
| Brakes | Front: Dual hydraulic discs Rear: Single hydraulic disc |
| Front Tire | 130/70-R17 |
| Rear Tire | 170/60-R17 |
| Wheelbase | 67.09 inches (1704 mm) |
| Length | 94.88 inches (2410 mm) |
| Width | 33.5 inches (851 mm) |
| Seat Height | 27.6 inches (701 mm) |
| Weight | 289.0 kg (wet) |
| Oil Filter | K&N KN-204[1] |
| Recommended Oil | Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40 |
| Related | Kawasaki VN1600B |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Suzuki VZ1600 Marauder was a four-stroke, liquid-cooled, V-twin, SOHC, 8-valves Cruiser motorcycle produced by Suzuki in 2004. Max torque was 92.2 ft/lbs (125.0 Nm) @ 2800 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 72.95 HP (54.4 KW) @ 5300 RPM. The Suzuki VZ1600 is basically a rebranded Kawasaki Vulcan Meanstreak 1600.
Engine[edit | edit source]
A 101.6mm bore x 101.6mm stroke result in a displacement of just 1552.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 5 speed, manual transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-disc, manual.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 130/70 R17 front tire and a 170/60 R17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Dual hydraulic discs in the front and a Single hydraulic disc in the rear. The front suspension was a Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped while the rear was equipped with a Twin shock, air-adjustable preload, 4-way adjustable rebound damping. The wheelbase was 67.09 inches (1704 mm) long.
2004 Suzuki VZ1600 Marauder[edit | edit source]
2004 Suzuki VZ1600 Marauder
2004 Suzuki VZ1600 Marauder
The 2004 MY VZ1600 Marauder builds on the Marauder 800 and takes things on the big-bore side of life. The power unit is a liquid-cooled SOHC 4 stroke v-twin which produces 73 hp and 125 Nm of torque to get you going and provides lots of passing nerve, as well as effortless highway speed. The 5-speed shaft transmission has aggressive close-ratio gearing.
With plenty of real estate for two, the Marauder 1600 opens a new chapter in Suzuki's history, adding to the overall comfort, and streetability. And with new, sportbike-derived suspensions and brakes, things also look goo on the safety side, as well.
2005 Suzuki VZ 1600 MARAUDER[edit | edit source]
2005 Suzuki VZ 1600 MARAUDER
2005 Suzuki VZ 1600 MARAUDER
2005 Suzuki VZ 1600 MARAUDER
The powerful engine utilizes a compact combustion chamber, digital fuelinjection system with dual 40mm throttle bodies and dualplug digital ignition. The result is precise engine response and gobs of torque.
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog. K&L Supply Co. 2019.
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