Across the 1981, 1982 and 1983 model years, the Suzuki GS 650 G Katana motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 526.9 lb (239 kg).
Suzuki GS 650 G Katana weight overview
At this weight, footing and parking technique matter. Once moving, geometry and balance can disguise the mass, but you still have to manage the full weight at walking speed.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Suzuki GS 650 G Katana?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki GS 650 G Katana is heavier than about 73.6% of 36 Suzuki allround models 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 650 G Katana weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1981, 1982, 1983 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 526.9 lb (239 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 674 cc |
| Power | 73 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 6.08 US gal (23 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 37.8 lb (17.1 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 13.85 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 7.22 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.28 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 78.2 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 7.2% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Suzuki GS 650 G Katana weight FAQ
What is the Suzuki GS 650 G Katana wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 526.9 lb (239 kg) across the model years covered here. That figure is the most useful available number for real-world handling because operating fluids and fuel are included.
Is the Suzuki GS 650 G Katana lighter or heavier than other Suzuki allround models?
Compared with similar Suzukis in this dataset, it is heavier than about 73.6% of 36 allround models using the same weight basis.
Which Suzuki GS 650 G Katana years have different weight specs?
No clear weight change appears in the usable model-year data. Other specifications may still differ by year.
How much does a full tank add to the Suzuki GS 650 G Katana?
Based on the supplied 6.08 US gal (23 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 37.8 lb (17.1 kg) when full. On models with a wet/running weight, that fuel mass is already included in the listed ready-to-ride figure.
What is the combined Suzuki GS 650 G Katana and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 706.9 lb (320.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Suzuki GS 650 G Katana power-to-weight ratio?
Available model-year data produces 13.85 hp per 100 lb. It shows engine output relative to motorcycle mass rather than just quoting peak horsepower. That places it around the 66th percentile within the compatible Suzuki allround power-to-weight comparison.
How many cc does the Suzuki GS 650 G Katana have per pound?
The available figures work out to 1.28 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
How does the Suzuki GS 650 G Katana compare with the median Suzuki allround weight?
Compared with the median Suzuki allround weight of 403.3 lb (182.9 kg), the model is roughly 123.6 lb (56.1 kg) heavier.
Where will I notice the Suzuki GS 650 G Katana weight most?
The main challenge is low-speed and stationary handling. Once moving the chassis may disguise the mass, but backing up or holding it on a slope still means managing the full weight.
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.