Suzuki X3: history, specs, pictures

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Suzuki X3
Manufacturer
Production 2002
Class Naked
Engine
Air-cooled,Single Cylinder, Rotary Valve, 2-stroke
Bore / Stroke 49.8mm x 49.8mm
Horsepower 11.0 HP (8.2 KW) @ 8500RPM
Fuel System Carburetor
Transmission Gear box: 5-Speed

Final Drive: Chain

Clutch: Wet Multiplate
Suspension Front: Telescopic, Coil Spring
Rear: Swing Arm
Brakes Front: Drum
Rear: Drum
Front Tire 2.50-18-4PR
Rear Tire 2.75-17-4 PR
Wheelbase 48.19 inches (1224 mm)
Length 74.8 inches (1900 mm)
Width 29.49 inches (749 mm)
Seat Height 30.31 inches (770 mm)
Weight 95.0 kg (wet)
Recommended Oil Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40
Manuals Service Manual


The Suzuki X3 was a Air-cooled,Single Cylinder, Rotary Valve, 2-stroke Naked motorcycle produced by Suzuki in 2002. Claimed horsepower was 11.0 HP (8.2 KW) @ 8500 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

A 49.8mm bore x 49.8mm stroke result in a displacement of just 98.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 5-Speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet Multiplate.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 2.50-18-4PR front tire and a 2.75-17-4 PR rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Drum in the front and a Drum in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic, Coil Spring while the rear was equipped with a Swing Arm. The wheelbase was 48.19 inches (1224 mm) long.

2002 Suzuki X3[edit | edit source]

Assembled in Philippines, this X3 model with a displacement of 98cc is based on the GP100U manufactured in 1978. There is also a version of 123cc, the X4, with 13.5 HP. Both models have drum brakes but the X-3 has steel tube frame (made in the Philippines) and casting at the steering head. The engine is also more modern with a 5-speed gear box with a rotary valve to control the intake.