Suzuki GT 550 Weight (419lb)

Quick answer

Across 6 covered model years from 1973 to 1978, the Suzuki GT 550 motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 418.9 lb (190 kg).

Wet / running weight418.9 lb (190 kg)
Fuel capacity3.96 US gal (15 L)
Full tank fuel weight24.6 lb (11.2 kg)
Model years covered
197319741975197619771978

Suzuki GT 550 weight overview

WHAT THIS MEANS

This is middleweight territory: substantial enough to feel planted, but still well short of heavyweight touring and large-cruiser mass.

Middleweight Motorcycle

CATEGORY WEIGHT POSITION

How heavy is the Suzuki GT 550?

wet weight

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki GT 550 is lighter than about 59.3% of 27 Suzuki classic motorcycles with compatible weight data.

LighterTypicalHeavier
418.9 lb (190 kg)
27 Suzuki classic motorcyclesMedian: 429.9 lb (195 kg)
WEIGHT VISUAL

Ready-to-ride weight

Wet / running weight418.9 lb (190 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 rider568.9 lb (258 kg)bike + rider • bike is 73.6% of total mass
180 lb rider598.9 lb (271.6 kg)bike + rider • bike is 69.9% of total mass
210 lb rider628.9 lb (285.3 kg)bike + rider • bike is 66.6% of total mass

Suzuki GT 550 weight & related specs

Model years covered 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978
Wet / running weight 418.9 lb (190 kg)
Engine displacement 543 cc
Fuel capacity 3.96 US gal (15 L)
Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) 24.6 lb (11.2 kg)

Weight changes by model year

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

Useful weight calculations

Displacement per pound 1.3 cc / lb
Weight per 100 cc 77.1 lb / 100 cc
Fuel weight as % of bike weight 5.9%

What the weight numbers tell you

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki GT 550 is lighter than about 59.3% of 27 Suzuki classic 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.

Suzuki GT 550 weight FAQ

How much does the Suzuki GT 550 weigh?

The available wet/running figure is 418.9 lb (190 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.

How does the Suzuki GT 550 weight compare with similar Suzukis?

It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 41st percentile for weight among 27 compatible Suzuki classic motorcycles.

Are all Suzuki GT 550 model years the same weight?

The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 1973-1978 years covered here.

What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Suzuki GT 550?

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 550 weigh with a 180 lb rider?

The approximate combined total is 598.9 lb (271.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.

How large is the Suzuki GT 550 engine for its weight?

The model has about 1.3 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 GT 550 above or below the typical Suzuki classic motorcycle weight?

The representative wet weight is about 11 lb (5 kg) lighter than the median Suzuki classic motorcycle weight of 429.9 lb (195 kg) in this dataset.

Is the Suzuki GT 550 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.