For the 1981 model year, the Suzuki GSX 1100 L motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 571 lb (259 kg).
Suzuki GSX 1100 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 GSX 1100 L?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki GSX 1100 L is lighter than about 65.7% of 54 Suzuki custom/cruiser 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 GSX 1100 L weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1981 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 571 lb (259 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,074 cc |
| Power | 100 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 3.96 US gal (15 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 24.6 lb (11.2 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 17.51 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 5.71 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.88 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 53.2 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.3% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Suzuki GSX 1100 L weight FAQ
What is the Suzuki GSX 1100 L wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 571 lb (259 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 GSX 1100 L lighter or heavier than other Suzuki custom/cruiser motorcycles?
It is comparatively light for this Suzuki category. The model lands near the 34th percentile for weight in the compatible dataset.
How much does a full tank add to the Suzuki GSX 1100 L?
Based on the supplied 3.96 US gal (15 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 24.6 lb (11.2 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 GSX 1100 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 751 lb (340.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Suzuki GSX 1100 L power-to-weight ratio?
Available model-year data produces 17.51 hp per 100 lb. It shows engine output relative to motorcycle mass rather than just quoting peak horsepower. That places it around the 98th percentile within the compatible Suzuki custom / cruiser power-to-weight comparison.
How many cc does the Suzuki GSX 1100 L have per pound?
The available figures work out to 1.88 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 GSX 1100 L compare with the median Suzuki custom/cruiser motorcycle weight?
Compared with the median Suzuki custom/cruiser motorcycle weight of 601.9 lb (273 kg), the model is roughly 30.9 lb (14 kg) lighter.
Where will I notice the Suzuki GSX 1100 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.