For the 1979 model year, the Suzuki GS 750 L motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 557.8 lb (253 kg).
Suzuki GS 750 L 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 750 L?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki GS 750 L is lighter than about 79.2% of 12 Suzuki touring 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 750 L weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1979 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 557.8 lb (253 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 748 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 3.43 US gal (13 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 21.4 lb (9.7 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.34 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 74.6 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 3.8% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Suzuki GS 750 L weight FAQ
What is the Suzuki GS 750 L wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 557.8 lb (253 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 750 L lighter or heavier than other Suzuki touring motorcycles?
It is comparatively light for this Suzuki category. The model lands near the 21st percentile for weight in the compatible dataset.
How much does a full tank add to the Suzuki GS 750 L?
Based on the supplied 3.43 US gal (13 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 21.4 lb (9.7 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 750 L and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 737.8 lb (334.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Suzuki GS 750 L displacement per pound?
The available figures work out to 1.34 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
What is the Suzuki GS 750 L weight difference versus the category median?
Compared with the median Suzuki touring motorcycle weight of 683.5 lb (310.1 kg), the model is roughly 125.8 lb (57.1 kg) lighter.
Where will I notice the Suzuki GS 750 L 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.