Across the 1971 and 1972 model years, the Suzuki GT 750 J motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 498.2 lb (226 kg).
Suzuki GT 750 J weight overview
This is a substantial motorcycle. The weight matters most when stopped, backing it up, parking on a slope or recovering from a lean.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Suzuki GT 750 J?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki GT 750 J is lighter than about 63.3% of 30 Suzuki sport-touring 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 GT 750 J weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1971, 1972 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 498.2 lb (226 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 739 cc |
| Power | 52 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 4.49 US gal (17 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 27.9 lb (12.7 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 10.44 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 9.58 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.48 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 67.4 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.6% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Suzuki GT 750 J weight FAQ
How much does the Suzuki GT 750 J weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 498.2 lb (226 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Suzuki GT 750 J weight compare with similar Suzukis?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 37th percentile for weight among 30 compatible Suzuki sport-touring motorcycles.
Are all Suzuki GT 750 J model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 1971-1972 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Suzuki GT 750 J?
A full tank works out to about 27.9 lb (12.7 kg) from the listed 4.49 US gal (17 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Suzuki GT 750 J weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 678.2 lb (307.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Suzuki GT 750 J strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 10.44 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 13th percentile within the compatible Suzuki sport touring power-to-weight comparison.
How large is the Suzuki GT 750 J engine for its weight?
The model has about 1.48 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 750 J above or below the typical Suzuki sport-touring motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 25.4 lb (11.5 kg) lighter than the median Suzuki sport-touring motorcycle weight of 523.6 lb (237.5 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Suzuki GT 750 J 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.
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.