For the 1997 model year, the Suzuki GSX-R 1100 W motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 487.2 lb (221 kg).
Suzuki GSX-R 1100 W 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. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Suzuki GSX-R 1100 W?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Suzuki GSX-R 1100 W is heavier than about 81% of 108 Suzuki motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Suzuki GSX-R 1100 W weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1997 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 487.2 lb (221 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,074 cc |
| Torque | 87.8 lb-ft (119 Nm) |
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 18.01 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 2.2 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 45.4 lb / 100 cc |
What the weight numbers tell you
Suzuki GSX-R 1100 W weight FAQ
What is the Suzuki GSX-R 1100 W dry weight?
The available dry weight is 487.2 lb (221 kg). Actual ready-to-ride weight will be higher after fuel and operating fluids are added.
Is the Suzuki GSX-R 1100 W lighter or heavier than other Suzuki motorcycles?
Compared with similar Suzukis in this dataset, it is heavier than about 81% of 108 motorcycles using the same weight basis.
What is the combined Suzuki GSX-R 1100 W and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative dry weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 667.2 lb (302.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
Is the listed Suzuki GSX-R 1100 W weight ready to ride?
No. Dry weight excludes at least some operating fluids, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will weigh more.
How much torque does the Suzuki GSX-R 1100 W have per 100 lb?
Where compatible torque and weight figures are available, the model works out to 18.01 lb-ft per 100 lb. This gives more context than torque alone because it relates engine twist to the mass it has to move.
What is the Suzuki GSX-R 1100 W displacement per pound?
The available figures work out to 2.2 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 GSX-R 1100 W weight difference versus the category median?
Compared with the median Suzuki motorcycle weight of 345 lb (156.5 kg), the model is roughly 142.2 lb (64.5 kg) heavier.
Where will I notice the Suzuki GSX-R 1100 W 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.