Suzuki GSX 1100S Katana Final Edition: history, specs, pictures

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Suzuki GSX 1100S Katana Final Edition
Manufacturer
Production 2001
Class Sport touring
Engine
Air Cooled, Four Stroke, Transverse Four Cylinder, DOHC
Bore / Stroke 71.9mm x 71.9mm
Compression ratio 9.5:1
Horsepower 94.94 HP (70.8 KW) @ 8500RPM
Torque 61.96 ft/lbs (84.0 Nm) @ 4000RPM
Fuel System 4x Mikuni BS34SS
Transmission Gear box: 5-Speed

Final Drive: Chain

Clutch: Wet multi-plate
Suspension Front: Telescopic Fork
Rear: Dual Shock Oil Damped
Brakes Front: 2x275mm Discs 2 Piston Calipers
Rear: Single 275mm Disc 1 Piston Caliper
Front Tire 120/80-16
Rear Tire 150/80-16
Wheelbase 58.7 inches (1491 mm)
Length 88.58 inches (2250 mm)
Width 29.09 inches (739 mm)
Seat Height 30.51 inches (775 mm)
Weight 231.0 kg (wet)
Recommended Oil Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40
Manuals Service Manual


The Suzuki GSX 1100S Katana Final Edition was a Air Cooled, Four Stroke, Transverse Four Cylinder, DOHC Sport touring motorcycle produced by Suzuki in 2001. Max torque was 61.96 ft/lbs (84.0 Nm) @ 4000 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 94.94 HP (70.8 KW) @ 8500 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

A 71.9mm bore x 71.9mm stroke result in a displacement of just 1074.0 cubic centimeters.

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 120/80-16 front tire and a 150/80-16 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2x275mm Discs 2 Piston Calipers in the front and a Single 275mm Disc 1 Piston Caliper in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic Fork while the rear was equipped with a Dual Shock Oil Damped. The wheelbase was 58.7 inches (1491 mm) long.

2001 Suzuki GSX 1100S Katana Final Edition[edit | edit source]

2001 Suzuki GSX 1100S Katana Final Edition 2001 Suzuki GSX 1100S Katana Final Edition

In 2000, there was still people who wanted to buy a new GSX 1100S Katana. The clutch was now electrically power assisted and the front suspension infinitely adjustable. Rear shocks were updated from traditional upright shockers to modern double tube upside down type shockers with gas chamber attached to the side.