Suzuki GN 400 L Weight (337lb)

Quick answer

For the 1981 model year, the Suzuki GN 400 L motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 337.3 lb (153 kg).

Wet / running weight337.3 lb (153 kg)
Fuel capacity3.04 US gal (11.5 L)
Full tank fuel weight18.9 lb (8.6 kg)
Model years covered
1981

Suzuki GN 400 L weight overview

WHAT THIS MEANS

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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CATEGORY WEIGHT POSITION

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.

LighterTypicalHeavier
337.3 lb (153 kg)
129 Suzuki motorcyclesMedian: 425.5 lb (193 kg)
WEIGHT VISUAL

Ready-to-ride weight

Wet / running weight337.3 lb (153 kg)
REAL-WORLD LOAD

Bike + rider total weight

These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.

150 lb rider487.3 lb (221 kg)bike + rider • bike is 69.2% of total mass
180 lb rider517.3 lb (234.6 kg)bike + rider • bike is 65.2% of total mass
210 lb rider547.3 lb (248.3 kg)bike + rider • bike is 61.6% of total mass

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

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.
A full tank is not weightless: the 3.04 US gal (11.5 L) listed capacity works out to approximately 18.9 lb (8.6 kg) of gasoline. This is an estimate rather than a Suzuki curb-weight specification.

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.

Official information note

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.