Suzuki DR Big 800 S Weight (489lb)

Quick answer

Across the 1990, 1991 and 1992 model years, the Suzuki DR Big 800 S motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 489.4 lb (222 kg).

Wet / running weight489.4 lb (222 kg)
Fuel capacity6.34 US gal (24 L)
Full tank fuel weight39.4 lb (17.9 kg)
Model years covered
199019911992

Suzuki DR Big 800 S weight overview

WHAT THIS MEANS

This is a substantial motorcycle. The weight matters most when stopped, backing it up, parking on a slope or recovering from a lean.

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CATEGORY WEIGHT POSITION

How heavy is the Suzuki DR Big 800 S?

wet weight

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki DR Big 800 S is heavier than about 95.9% of 37 Suzuki enduro/off-road motorcycles with compatible weight data.

LighterTypicalHeavier
489.4 lb (222 kg)
37 Suzuki enduro/off-road motorcyclesMedian: 317.5 lb (144 kg)
WEIGHT VISUAL

Ready-to-ride weight

Wet / running weight489.4 lb (222 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 rider639.4 lb (290 kg)bike + rider • bike is 76.5% of total mass
180 lb rider669.4 lb (303.6 kg)bike + rider • bike is 73.1% of total mass
210 lb rider699.4 lb (317.3 kg)bike + rider • bike is 70% of total mass

Suzuki DR Big 800 S weight & related specs

Model years covered 1990, 1991, 1992
Wet / running weight 489.4 lb (222 kg)
Engine displacement 779 cc
Fuel capacity 6.34 US gal (24 L)
Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) 39.4 lb (17.9 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 1.59 cc / lb
Weight per 100 cc 62.8 lb / 100 cc
Fuel weight as % of bike weight 8.1%

What the weight numbers tell you

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki DR Big 800 S is heavier than about 95.9% of 37 Suzuki enduro/off-road motorcycles with compatible weight data.
A full tank is not weightless: the 6.34 US gal (24 L) listed capacity works out to approximately 39.4 lb (17.9 kg) of gasoline. This is an estimate rather than a Suzuki curb-weight specification.

Suzuki DR Big 800 S weight FAQ

How much does the Suzuki DR Big 800 S weigh?

The available wet/running figure is 489.4 lb (222 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.

How does the Suzuki DR Big 800 S weight compare with similar Suzukis?

It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 96th percentile among 37 compatible Suzuki enduro/off-road motorcycles.

Are all Suzuki DR Big 800 S model years the same weight?

The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 1990-1992 years covered here.

What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Suzuki DR Big 800 S?

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 Big 800 S weigh with a 180 lb rider?

The approximate combined total is 669.4 lb (303.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.

How much of the Suzuki DR Big 800 S total weight comes from fuel?

Fuel accounts for roughly 8.1% of the available motorcycle weight figure. On lighter bikes that share can be surprisingly noticeable.

What is the Suzuki DR Big 800 S engine-size-to-weight ratio?

The model has about 1.59 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 Big 800 S from the median Suzuki enduro/off-road motorcycle weight?

The representative wet weight is about 172 lb (78 kg) heavier than the median Suzuki enduro/off-road motorcycle weight of 317.5 lb (144 kg) in this dataset.

Is the Suzuki DR Big 800 S 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.

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.