Across 8 covered model years from 1979 to 1988, the Suzuki GS 850 G motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 601.9 lb (273 kg).
Suzuki GS 850 G weight overview
This is a very heavy motorcycle. Good footing, sensible parking direction and avoiding awkward slopes make a real difference when handling it at walking speed.
Very Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Suzuki GS 850 G?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki GS 850 G is heavier than about 91.7% of 30 Suzuki sport-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 850 G weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1979, 1980, 1981, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 601.9 lb (273 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 843 cc |
| Power | 80 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 5.94 US gal (22.5 L) to 6.08 US gal (23 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 37 lb (16.8 kg) to 37.8 lb (17.1 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 1979 model is used as the baseline where data is available. Only later supplied values that differ are shown below. A year pill does not mean every individual weight field was supplied for that year.
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 13.29 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 7.52 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.4 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 71.4 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6.1% to 6.3% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Suzuki GS 850 G weight FAQ
How much does the Suzuki GS 850 G weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 601.9 lb (273 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Suzuki GS 850 G weight compare with similar Suzukis?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 92nd percentile among 30 compatible Suzuki sport-touring motorcycles.
Are all Suzuki GS 850 G model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 1979, 1980, 1981, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Suzuki GS 850 G?
A full tank works out to about 37 lb (16.8 kg) to 37.8 lb (17.1 kg) from the listed 5.94 US gal (22.5 L) to 6.08 US gal (23 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Suzuki GS 850 G weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 781.9 lb (354.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Suzuki GS 850 G strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 13.29 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 24th percentile within the compatible Suzuki sport touring power-to-weight comparison.
What is the Suzuki GS 850 G displacement per pound?
The model has about 1.4 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
What is the Suzuki GS 850 G weight difference versus the category median?
The representative wet weight is about 78.3 lb (35.5 kg) heavier than the median Suzuki sport-touring motorcycle weight of 523.6 lb (237.5 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Suzuki GS 850 G easy to move around by hand?
Yes, the mass is substantial enough to matter at walking speed. Parking direction, slope and secure footing become important because recovering the bike from a lean takes more effort.
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.