For the 1981 model year, the Suzuki GN 400 L motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 337.3 lb (153 kg).
Suzuki GN 400 L weight overview
This is on the lighter side for a road motorcycle. The advantage is usually most obvious while parking, maneuvering at walking speed and moving the bike around off the engine.
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How heavy is the Suzuki GN 400 L?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki GN 400 L is lighter than about 72.1% of 129 Suzuki motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Ready-to-ride weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Suzuki GN 400 L weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1981 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 337.3 lb (153 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 396 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 3.04 US gal (11.5 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 18.9 lb (8.6 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.17 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 85.2 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.6% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Suzuki GN 400 L weight FAQ
How much does the Suzuki GN 400 L weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 337.3 lb (153 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Suzuki GN 400 L weight compare with similar Suzukis?
Relatively light. On a model-level comparison, it is lighter than about 72.1% of 129 Suzuki motorcycles with the same weight basis.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Suzuki GN 400 L?
A full tank works out to about 18.9 lb (8.6 kg) from the listed 3.04 US gal (11.5 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Suzuki GN 400 L weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 517.3 lb (234.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
How large is the Suzuki GN 400 L engine for its weight?
The model has about 1.17 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
Is the Suzuki GN 400 L above or below the typical Suzuki motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 88.2 lb (40 kg) lighter than the median Suzuki motorcycle weight of 425.5 lb (193 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Suzuki GN 400 L easy to move around by hand?
The number is manageable for a road bike, but you still notice it when parking, making tight low-speed turns or catching a lean. On the move, chassis balance can make it feel lighter than the scale suggests.
Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market, equipment and the exact dry/curb-weight definition. Calculated fuel-weight and ratio figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Confirm critical figures in the owner’s manual or on the official Suzuki Cycles website.