For the 1980 model year, the Suzuki SP400 motorcycle has a listed dry weight of 280 lb (127 kg).
Suzuki SP400 weight overview
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. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.
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Dry weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Suzuki SP400 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1980 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 280 lb (127 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 396 cc |
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.41 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 70.7 lb / 100 cc |
Suzuki SP400 weight FAQ
How much does the Suzuki SP400 weigh?
The source data gives 280 lb (127 kg) as dry weight. A fueled, road-ready bike will weigh more than this figure.
What does the Suzuki SP400 weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 460 lb (208.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative dry weight used on this page.
How much heavier will the Suzuki SP400 be than its dry weight?
No. Dry weight excludes at least some operating fluids, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will weigh more.
What is the Suzuki SP400 engine-size-to-weight ratio?
The model has about 1.41 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 SP400 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.
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.