For the 1999 model year, the Suzuki DR 800 S Big motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 500.4 lb (227 kg).
Suzuki DR 800 S Big 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 DR 800 S Big?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki DR 800 S Big is heavier than about 82.6% of 129 Suzuki 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 DR 800 S Big weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1999 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 500.4 lb (227 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 779 cc |
| Torque | 43.5 lb-ft (59 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 6.34 US gal (24 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 39.4 lb (17.9 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 8.7 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 1.56 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 64.2 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 7.9% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Suzuki DR 800 S Big weight FAQ
How much does the Suzuki DR 800 S Big weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 500.4 lb (227 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Suzuki DR 800 S Big weight compare with similar Suzukis?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 83rd percentile among 129 compatible Suzuki motorcycles.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Suzuki DR 800 S Big?
A full tank works out to about 39.4 lb (17.9 kg) from the listed 6.34 US gal (24 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Suzuki DR 800 S Big weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 680.4 lb (308.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
How much of the Suzuki DR 800 S Big total weight comes from fuel?
Fuel accounts for roughly 7.9% of the available motorcycle weight figure. On lighter bikes that share can be surprisingly noticeable.
How does Suzuki DR 800 S Big torque compare with its weight?
Available data gives 8.7 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
What is the Suzuki DR 800 S Big engine-size-to-weight ratio?
The model has about 1.56 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
How far is the Suzuki DR 800 S Big from the median Suzuki motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 75 lb (34 kg) heavier than the median Suzuki motorcycle weight of 425.5 lb (193 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Suzuki DR 800 S Big 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.