Across the 1981 and 1982 model years, the Suzuki GS 550 M Katana motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 489.4 lb (222 kg).
Suzuki GS 550 M Katana 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 GS 550 M Katana?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki GS 550 M Katana is heavier than about 80.2% 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 GS 550 M Katana weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1981, 1982 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 489.4 lb (222 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 549 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 6.08 US gal (23 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 37.8 lb (17.1 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.12 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 89.1 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 7.7% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Suzuki GS 550 M Katana weight FAQ
How much does the Suzuki GS 550 M Katana 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 GS 550 M Katana weight compare with similar Suzukis?
It is on the heavier side. Its representative wet weight is around the 80th percentile among 129 compatible Suzuki motorcycles.
Are all Suzuki GS 550 M Katana model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 1981-1982 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Suzuki GS 550 M Katana?
A full tank works out to about 37.8 lb (17.1 kg) from the listed 6.08 US gal (23 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Suzuki GS 550 M Katana 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 large is the Suzuki GS 550 M Katana engine for its weight?
The model has about 1.12 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
Is the Suzuki GS 550 M Katana above or below the typical Suzuki motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 63.9 lb (29 kg) heavier than the median Suzuki motorcycle weight of 425.5 lb (193 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Suzuki GS 550 M Katana 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.