Suzuki GS-R Weight (293lb)

Quick answer

For the 2016 model year, the Suzuki GS-R motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 293.2 lb (133 kg).

Wet / running weight293.2 lb (133 kg)
Fuel capacity4.09 US gal (15.5 L)
Full tank fuel weight25.5 lb (11.5 kg)
Model years covered
2016

Suzuki GS-R weight overview

WHAT THIS MEANS

This is on the lighter side for a road motorcycle. The advantage is usually most obvious while parking, maneuvering at walking speed and moving the bike around off the engine.

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CATEGORY WEIGHT POSITION

How heavy is the Suzuki GS-R?

wet weight

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki GS-R is lighter than about 80.2% of 129 Suzuki motorcycles with compatible weight data.

LighterTypicalHeavier
293.2 lb (133 kg)
129 Suzuki motorcyclesMedian: 425.5 lb (193 kg)
WEIGHT VISUAL

Ready-to-ride weight

Wet / running weight293.2 lb (133 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 rider443.2 lb (201 kg)bike + rider • bike is 66.2% of total mass
180 lb rider473.2 lb (214.6 kg)bike + rider • bike is 62% of total mass
210 lb rider503.2 lb (228.3 kg)bike + rider • bike is 58.3% of total mass

Suzuki GS-R weight & related specs

Model years covered 2016
Wet / running weight 293.2 lb (133 kg)
Engine displacement 149.5 cc
Fuel capacity 4.09 US gal (15.5 L)
Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) 25.5 lb (11.5 kg)

Useful weight calculations

Displacement per pound 0.51 cc / lb
Weight per 100 cc 196.1 lb / 100 cc
Fuel weight as % of bike weight 8.7%

What the weight numbers tell you

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki GS-R is lighter than about 80.2% of 129 Suzuki motorcycles with compatible weight data.
A full tank is not weightless: the 4.09 US gal (15.5 L) listed capacity works out to approximately 25.5 lb (11.5 kg) of gasoline. This is an estimate rather than a Suzuki curb-weight specification.

Suzuki GS-R weight FAQ

How much does the Suzuki GS-R weigh?

The available wet/running figure is 293.2 lb (133 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.

How does the Suzuki GS-R weight compare with similar Suzukis?

Relatively light. On a model-level comparison, it is lighter than about 80.2% of 129 Suzuki motorcycles with the same weight basis.

What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Suzuki GS-R?

A full tank works out to about 25.5 lb (11.5 kg) from the listed 4.09 US gal (15.5 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.

What does the Suzuki GS-R weigh with a 180 lb rider?

The approximate combined total is 473.2 lb (214.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.

How large is the Suzuki GS-R engine for its weight?

The model has about 0.51 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-R above or below the typical Suzuki motorcycle weight?

The representative wet weight is about 132.3 lb (60 kg) lighter than the median Suzuki motorcycle weight of 425.5 lb (193 kg) in this dataset.

Is the Suzuki GS-R easy to move around by hand?

The number is manageable for a road bike, but you still notice it when parking, making tight low-speed turns or catching a lean. On the move, chassis balance can make it feel lighter than the scale suggests.

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.