Across 4 covered model years from 1991 to 1996, the Suzuki GSX 1100 G motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 632.7 lb (287 kg) and dry weights ranging from 575.4 lb (261 kg), depending on model year.
Suzuki GSX 1100 G weight overview
This sits in heavyweight territory. Riders should think about garage movement, backing up, surface slope and passenger/luggage load as much as the on-road feel.
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How heavy is the Suzuki GSX 1100 G?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki GSX 1100 G is heavier than about 98.3% of 30 Suzuki sport-touring motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry vs 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 GSX 1100 G weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1991, 1992, 1993, 1996 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 632.7 lb (287 kg) |
| Dry weight | 575.4 lb (261 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,127 cc to 1,128 cc |
| Power | 100 hp |
| Torque | 72.4 lb-ft (98.1 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.28 US gal (20 L) to 5.55 US gal (21 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 32.8 lb (14.9 kg) to 34.5 lb (15.6 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 1991 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 | 17.38 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 5.75 lb / hp |
| Torque per 100 lb | 12.57 lb-ft / 100 lb |
| Displacement per pound | 1.78 cc / lb to 1.96 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 51 lb / 100 cc to 56.1 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.5% to 5.7% |
| Weight with full tank | 608.3 lb (275.9 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Suzuki GSX 1100 G weight FAQ
What does the Suzuki GSX 1100 G weigh ready to ride?
The supplied figures span 632.7 lb (287 kg) for wet/running weight and 575.4 lb (261 kg) for dry weight across the years in this page. Wet weight is the better guide to what you actually manage on the road.
Is the Suzuki GSX 1100 G heavy compared with other Suzuki sport-touring motorcycles?
Relatively speaking, it is on the heavier side. The model sits near the 98th weight percentile in its Suzuki category, so it is heavier than most of the compatible comparison set.
Does the Suzuki GSX 1100 G weight change by model year?
Not in the usable weight data on this page. Across the covered 1991, 1992, 1993, 1996 years, the supplied weight figure remains the same where comparable values are available.
How much does the Suzuki GSX 1100 G fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 5.28 US gal (20 L) to 5.55 US gal (21 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 32.8 lb (14.9 kg) to 34.5 lb (15.6 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Suzuki curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Suzuki GSX 1100 G with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 812.7 lb (368.6 kg) using the representative wet/running figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
How much horsepower does the Suzuki GSX 1100 G have per 100 lb?
Where compatible power and weight figures are available, it works out to 17.38 hp per 100 lb. That places it around the 55th percentile within the compatible Suzuki sport touring power-to-weight comparison.
What does the Suzuki GSX 1100 G weigh with a full tank?
Filling the listed tank brings the calculated bike weight to roughly 608.3 lb (275.9 kg). This estimate is most useful when no official wet/running figure is available.
How much of the Suzuki GSX 1100 G total weight comes from fuel?
Based on the available weight basis, a full tank of gasoline represents about 5.5% to 5.7% of the motorcycle’s weight.
How does Suzuki GSX 1100 G torque compare with its weight?
The calculated torque-to-weight range is 12.57 lb-ft per 100 lb. It is useful for comparing bikes with very different overall weights.
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.