For the 1981 model year, the Suzuki GS 1100 E motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 571 lb (259 kg).
Suzuki GS 1100 E weight overview
This is firmly on the heavier side. The real penalty is not necessarily normal riding; it is low-speed work, awkward parking and moving the bike around manually.
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How heavy is the Suzuki GS 1100 E?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki GS 1100 E is heavier than about 94.4% of 27 Suzuki classic 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 GS 1100 E weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1981 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 571 lb (259 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,074 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 5.28 US gal (20 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 32.8 lb (14.9 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.88 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 53.2 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.8% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Suzuki GS 1100 E weight FAQ
How heavy is the Suzuki GS 1100 E ready to ride?
Listed ready-to-ride weight is 571 lb (259 kg).
Is the Suzuki GS 1100 E heavy compared with other Suzuki classic motorcycles?
Relatively speaking, it is on the heavier side. The model sits near the 94th weight percentile in its Suzuki category, so it is heavier than most of the compatible comparison set.
How much does the Suzuki GS 1100 E fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 5.28 US gal (20 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 32.8 lb (14.9 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Suzuki curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Suzuki GS 1100 E with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 751 lb (340.6 kg) using the representative wet/running figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
How large is the Suzuki GS 1100 E engine for its weight?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 1.88 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
Is the Suzuki GS 1100 E above or below the typical Suzuki classic motorcycle weight?
The model sits about 141.1 lb (64 kg) heavier than the compatible median Suzuki classic motorcycle weight used on this page.
Will the Suzuki GS 1100 E feel heavy at low speed?
It is heavy enough that smart parking matters. Avoid situations where you have to paddle it backward uphill or catch it after it leans too far.
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.