Across the 1986 and 1987 model years, the Suzuki GSX-R 750 Special Edition (reduced effect) motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 438.7 lb (199 kg).
Suzuki GSX-R 750 Special Edition (reduced effect) weight overview
The bike falls into a normal middleweight range. At road speed the mass is usually less obvious; parking, slopes and walking-speed maneuvers are where you notice it most.
Middleweight Motorcycle
How heavy is the Suzuki GSX-R 750 Special Edition (reduced effect)?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki GSX-R 750 Special Edition (reduced effect) is heavier than about 53.1% of 129 Suzuki 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-R 750 Special Edition (reduced effect) weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1986, 1987 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 438.7 lb (199 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 749 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 5.02 US gal (19 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.71 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 58.6 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 7.1% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Suzuki GSX-R 750 Special Edition (reduced effect) weight FAQ
What is the Suzuki GSX-R 750 Special Edition (reduced effect) wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 438.7 lb (199 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-R 750 Special Edition (reduced effect) lighter or heavier than other Suzuki motorcycles?
Weight is broadly typical for the category, landing around the 53rd percentile in this model-level Suzuki comparison.
Which Suzuki GSX-R 750 Special Edition (reduced effect) years have different weight specs?
No clear weight change appears in the usable model-year data. Other specifications may still differ by year.
How much does a full tank add to the Suzuki GSX-R 750 Special Edition (reduced effect)?
Based on the supplied 5.02 US gal (19 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 31.2 lb (14.2 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-R 750 Special Edition (reduced effect) and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 618.7 lb (280.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
How many cc does the Suzuki GSX-R 750 Special Edition (reduced effect) have per pound?
The available figures work out to 1.71 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-R 750 Special Edition (reduced effect) compare with the median Suzuki motorcycle weight?
Compared with the median Suzuki motorcycle weight of 425.5 lb (193 kg), the model is roughly 13.2 lb (6 kg) heavier.
Where will I notice the Suzuki GSX-R 750 Special Edition (reduced effect) weight most?
Expect the weight to matter more off the throttle than at speed: garage movement, uneven footing and parking angle are the practical situations to think about.
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.