The Suzuki GS 700 E/ES motorcycle specifications include a 699 cc (42.65 cu in) engine, a 5-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 235 kg (518.1 lb).
Key specifications
How the Suzuki GS 700 E/ES compares
This compares the motorcycle with all Suzuki models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Suzuki database average.
About 15% higher than the Suzuki database average. Around the 64th percentile across Suzuki models.
About 17% heavier than the Suzuki database average. Around the 71st percentile across Suzuki models.
Very close to the Suzuki database average. Around the 57th percentile across Suzuki models.
About 23% larger than the Suzuki database average. Around the 72nd percentile across Suzuki models.
Suzuki database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the Suzuki specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
699 cc — larger displacement than about 64% of Suzuki models.
235 kg — heavier than about 71% of Suzuki models, or lighter than about 29%.
800 mm — taller than about 57% of Suzuki models.
17.5 L — larger than about 72% of Suzuki fuel tanks in this database.
Dimensions compared with Suzuki average
Each measurement is compared with the average value across Suzuki models where that dimension is available.
2,135
2,137
Close to average.
735
823
11% below average.
1,105
1,158
5% below average.
1,500
1,444
4% above average.
800
786
Close to average.
140
176
21% below average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 100/90-16 |
|---|---|
| Rear tire size | 120/90-17 |
| Front tire width | 100 mm |
| Front tire aspect ratio | 90% |
| Front rim diameter | 16 in |
| Rear tire width | 120 mm |
| Rear tire aspect ratio | 90% |
| Rear rim diameter | 17 in |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.35:1 (Oversquare) |
Model information
| Year released | 1985 |
|---|---|
| Category | Sport |
Engine specifications
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 699 cc (42.65 cu in) |
| Torque | 63.0 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs) @ 8,500 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 67.0 x 49.6 mm (2.6 x 2.0 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 9.6:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. 4x constant velocity Mikuni BS32SS |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Ignition | Transistorized |
| Lubrication | Wet sump w/ oil cooler |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Wet Multiplate |
Chassis and suspension
| Front suspension | Showa 37mm fork oil damped, anti dive |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Showa Single Shock, adjustable spring preload, rebound dampening |
| Front wheel travel | 155 mm (6.1 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Rake | 27.8° |
| Trail | 104 mm (4.1 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Double disc. Slotted |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Slotted |
| Front tire | 100/90-16 |
| Rear tire | 120/90-17 |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 235 kg (518.1 lb) |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 229 kg (504.9 lb) |
| Seat height | 800 mm (31.5 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,135 mm (84.1 inches) |
| Overall width | 735 mm (28.9 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,105 mm (43.5 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,500 mm (59.1 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 17.50 L (4.62 US gal) |
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Performance
| Power/weight ratio | 0.3493 hp/kg |
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Other specifications
| Color options | White/Red, White/Blue |
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| Comments | One year production. E models = naked bike, ES models = fairing |
Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from Suzuki models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official Suzuki information before relying on them. Visit the official Suzuki website.