Suzuki GT 200 X 5 E (spoked wheels) Weight (289lb)

Quick answer

For the 1981 model year, the Suzuki GT 200 X 5 E (spoked wheels) motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 288.8 lb (131 kg).

Wet / running weight288.8 lb (131 kg)
Fuel capacity3.96 US gal (15 L)
Full tank fuel weight24.6 lb (11.2 kg)
Power / 100 lb5.89 hp / 100 lb
Model years covered
1981

Suzuki GT 200 X 5 E (spoked wheels) weight overview

WHAT THIS MEANS

This is on the lighter side for a road motorcycle. The advantage is usually most obvious while parking, maneuvering at walking speed and moving the bike around off the engine.

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CATEGORY WEIGHT POSITION

How heavy is the Suzuki GT 200 X 5 E (spoked wheels)?

wet weight

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki GT 200 X 5 E (spoked wheels) is lighter than about 82.6% of 129 Suzuki motorcycles with compatible weight data.

LighterTypicalHeavier
288.8 lb (131 kg)
129 Suzuki motorcyclesMedian: 425.5 lb (193 kg)
WEIGHT VISUAL

Ready-to-ride weight

Wet / running weight288.8 lb (131 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 rider438.8 lb (199 kg)bike + rider • bike is 65.8% of total mass
180 lb rider468.8 lb (212.6 kg)bike + rider • bike is 61.6% of total mass
210 lb rider498.8 lb (226.3 kg)bike + rider • bike is 57.9% of total mass

Suzuki GT 200 X 5 E (spoked wheels) weight & related specs

Model years covered 1981
Wet / running weight 288.8 lb (131 kg)
Engine displacement 196 cc
Power 17 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 5.89 hp / 100 lb
Pounds per horsepower 16.99 lb / hp
Displacement per pound 0.68 cc / lb
Weight per 100 cc 147.3 lb / 100 cc
Fuel weight as % of bike weight 8.5%

What the weight numbers tell you

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki GT 200 X 5 E (spoked wheels) is lighter than about 82.6% of 129 Suzuki motorcycles with compatible weight data.
A full tank is not weightless: the 3.96 US gal (15 L) listed capacity works out to approximately 24.6 lb (11.2 kg) of gasoline. This is an estimate rather than a Suzuki curb-weight specification.
The calculated power-to-weight figure is 5.89 hp per 100 lb across years with compatible data. It shows how much engine output is available relative to the bike’s mass.

Suzuki GT 200 X 5 E (spoked wheels) weight FAQ

How much does the Suzuki GT 200 X 5 E (spoked wheels) weigh?

The available wet/running figure is 288.8 lb (131 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.

How does the Suzuki GT 200 X 5 E (spoked wheels) weight compare with similar Suzukis?

Relatively light. On a model-level comparison, it is lighter than about 82.6% of 129 Suzuki motorcycles with the same weight basis.

What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Suzuki GT 200 X 5 E (spoked wheels)?

A full tank works out to about 24.6 lb (11.2 kg) from the listed 3.96 US gal (15 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.

What does the Suzuki GT 200 X 5 E (spoked wheels) weigh with a 180 lb rider?

The approximate combined total is 468.8 lb (212.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.

Is the Suzuki GT 200 X 5 E (spoked wheels) strong for its weight?

The calculated range is 5.89 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone.

What is the Suzuki GT 200 X 5 E (spoked wheels) displacement per pound?

The model has about 0.68 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.

What is the Suzuki GT 200 X 5 E (spoked wheels) weight difference versus the category median?

The representative wet weight is about 136.7 lb (62 kg) lighter than the median Suzuki motorcycle weight of 425.5 lb (193 kg) in this dataset.

Is the Suzuki GT 200 X 5 E (spoked wheels) easy to move around by hand?

The number is manageable for a road bike, but you still notice it when parking, making tight low-speed turns or catching a lean. On the move, chassis balance can make it feel lighter than the scale suggests.

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.