Suzuki GSX 750 S Katana Weight (549lb)

Quick answer

Across 4 covered model years from 1981 to 1984, the Suzuki GSX 750 S Katana motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 549 lb (249 kg).

Wet / running weight549 lb (249 kg)
Fuel capacity5.55 US gal (21 L)
Full tank fuel weight34.5 lb (15.6 kg)
Power / 100 lb14.94 hp / 100 lb
Model years covered
1981198219831984

Suzuki GSX 750 S Katana weight overview

WHAT THIS MEANS

This is a substantial motorcycle. The weight matters most when stopped, backing it up, parking on a slope or recovering from a lean.

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CATEGORY WEIGHT POSITION

How heavy is the Suzuki GSX 750 S Katana?

wet weight

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki GSX 750 S Katana is heavier than about 68.5% of 27 Suzuki classic motorcycles with compatible weight data.

LighterTypicalHeavier
549 lb (249 kg)
27 Suzuki classic motorcyclesMedian: 429.9 lb (195 kg)
WEIGHT VISUAL

Ready-to-ride weight

Wet / running weight549 lb (249 kg)
REAL-WORLD LOAD

Bike + rider total weight

These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.

150 lb rider699 lb (317 kg)bike + rider • bike is 78.5% of total mass
180 lb rider729 lb (330.6 kg)bike + rider • bike is 75.3% of total mass
210 lb rider759 lb (344.3 kg)bike + rider • bike is 72.3% of total mass

Suzuki GSX 750 S Katana weight & related specs

Model years covered 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984
Wet / running weight 549 lb (249 kg)
Engine displacement 747 cc
Power 82 hp
Fuel capacity 5.55 US gal (21 L)
Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) 34.5 lb (15.6 kg)

Weight changes by model year

The available comparable weight figures do not show a meaningful year-to-year change.

Useful weight calculations

Horsepower per 100 lb 14.94 hp / 100 lb
Pounds per horsepower 6.69 lb / hp
Displacement per pound 1.36 cc / lb
Weight per 100 cc 73.5 lb / 100 cc
Fuel weight as % of bike weight 6.3%

What the weight numbers tell you

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki GSX 750 S Katana is heavier than about 68.5% of 27 Suzuki classic motorcycles with compatible weight data.
A full tank is not weightless: the 5.55 US gal (21 L) listed capacity works out to approximately 34.5 lb (15.6 kg) of gasoline. This is an estimate rather than a Suzuki curb-weight specification.
The calculated power-to-weight figure is 14.94 hp per 100 lb across years with compatible data. It shows how much engine output is available relative to the bike’s mass.

Suzuki GSX 750 S Katana weight FAQ

How much does the Suzuki GSX 750 S Katana weigh?

The available wet/running figure is 549 lb (249 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.

How does the Suzuki GSX 750 S Katana weight compare with similar Suzukis?

It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 69th percentile among 27 compatible Suzuki classic motorcycles.

Are all Suzuki GSX 750 S Katana model years the same weight?

The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 1981-1984 years covered here.

What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Suzuki GSX 750 S Katana?

A full tank works out to about 34.5 lb (15.6 kg) from the listed 5.55 US gal (21 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.

What does the Suzuki GSX 750 S Katana weigh with a 180 lb rider?

The approximate combined total is 729 lb (330.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.

Is the Suzuki GSX 750 S Katana strong for its weight?

The calculated range is 14.94 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 77th percentile within the compatible Suzuki classic power-to-weight comparison.

How large is the Suzuki GSX 750 S Katana engine for its weight?

The model has about 1.36 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.

Is the Suzuki GSX 750 S Katana above or below the typical Suzuki classic motorcycle weight?

The representative wet weight is about 119 lb (54 kg) heavier than the median Suzuki classic motorcycle weight of 429.9 lb (195 kg) in this dataset.

Is the Suzuki GSX 750 S Katana 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.

Official information note

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.