Across the 1979, 1980 and 1981 model years, the Suzuki GS 1000 E motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 562.2 lb (255 kg).
Suzuki GS 1000 E weight overview
At this weight, footing and parking technique matter. Once moving, geometry and balance can disguise the mass, but you still have to manage the full weight at walking speed.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Suzuki GS 1000 E?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki GS 1000 E is heavier than about 91.2% of 74 Suzuki sport bikes 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 GS 1000 E weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1979, 1980, 1981 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 562.2 lb (255 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 997 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 5.28 US gal (20 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 32.8 lb (14.9 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.77 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 56.4 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.8% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Suzuki GS 1000 E weight FAQ
What is the Suzuki GS 1000 E wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 562.2 lb (255 kg) across the model years covered here. That figure is the most useful available number for real-world handling because operating fluids and fuel are included.
Is the Suzuki GS 1000 E lighter or heavier than other Suzuki sport bikes?
Compared with similar Suzukis in this dataset, it is heavier than about 91.2% of 74 sport bikes using the same weight basis.
Which Suzuki GS 1000 E years have different weight specs?
No clear weight change appears in the usable model-year data. Other specifications may still differ by year.
How much does a full tank add to the Suzuki GS 1000 E?
Based on the supplied 5.28 US gal (20 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 32.8 lb (14.9 kg) when full. On models with a wet/running weight, that fuel mass is already included in the listed ready-to-ride figure.
What is the combined Suzuki GS 1000 E and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 742.2 lb (336.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
How many cc does the Suzuki GS 1000 E have per pound?
The available figures work out to 1.77 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
How does the Suzuki GS 1000 E compare with the median Suzuki sport bike weight?
Compared with the median Suzuki sport bike weight of 446.4 lb (202.5 kg), the model is roughly 115.7 lb (52.5 kg) heavier.
Where will I notice the Suzuki GS 1000 E weight most?
The main challenge is low-speed and stationary handling. Once moving the chassis may disguise the mass, but backing up or holding it on a slope still means managing the full weight.
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.