Across the 1978, 1979 and 1981 model years, the Suzuki GS 550 E motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 480.6 lb (218 kg).
Suzuki GS 550 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 550 E?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki GS 550 E is heavier than about 62.5% of 36 Suzuki allround models 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 550 E weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1978, 1979, 1981 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 480.6 lb (218 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 549 cc |
| Power | 50 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 4.36 US gal (16.5 L) to 4.49 US gal (17 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 27.1 lb (12.3 kg) to 27.9 lb (12.7 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 1978 model is used as the baseline where data is available. Only later supplied values that differ are shown below. A year pill does not mean every individual weight field was supplied for that year.
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 10.4 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 9.61 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.14 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 87.5 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.6% to 5.8% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Suzuki GS 550 E weight FAQ
What is the Suzuki GS 550 E wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 480.6 lb (218 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 550 E lighter or heavier than other Suzuki allround models?
Weight is broadly typical for the category, landing around the 62nd percentile in this model-level Suzuki comparison.
Which Suzuki GS 550 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 550 E?
Based on the supplied 4.36 US gal (16.5 L) to 4.49 US gal (17 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 27.1 lb (12.3 kg) to 27.9 lb (12.7 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 550 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 660.6 lb (299.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Suzuki GS 550 E power-to-weight ratio?
Available model-year data produces 10.4 hp per 100 lb. It shows engine output relative to motorcycle mass rather than just quoting peak horsepower. That places it around the 55th percentile within the compatible Suzuki allround power-to-weight comparison.
How large is the Suzuki GS 550 E engine for its weight?
The available figures work out to 1.14 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
Is the Suzuki GS 550 E above or below the typical Suzuki allround weight?
Compared with the median Suzuki allround weight of 403.3 lb (182.9 kg), the model is roughly 77.3 lb (35.1 kg) heavier.
Where will I notice the Suzuki GS 550 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.