Across 4 covered model years from 1981 to 1984, the Suzuki GSX 1100 S Katana motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 599.7 lb (272 kg).
Suzuki GSX 1100 S Katana weight overview
This sits in heavyweight territory. Riders should think about garage movement, backing up, surface slope and passenger/luggage load as much as the on-road feel.
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How heavy is the Suzuki GSX 1100 S Katana?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki GSX 1100 S Katana is heavier than about 98.1% of 27 Suzuki classic 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 GSX 1100 S Katana weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 599.7 lb (272 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,074 cc |
| Power | 100 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 5.55 US gal (21 L) to 6.34 US gal (24 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 34.5 lb (15.6 kg) to 39.4 lb (17.9 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 1981 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 | 16.68 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 6 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.79 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 55.8 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5.8% to 6.6% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Suzuki GSX 1100 S Katana weight FAQ
How heavy is the Suzuki GSX 1100 S Katana ready to ride?
Listed ready-to-ride weight is 599.7 lb (272 kg). The year-specific section above shows which years use each figure where the supplied value changes.
Is the Suzuki GSX 1100 S Katana heavy compared with other Suzuki classic motorcycles?
Relatively speaking, it is on the heavier side. The model sits near the 98th weight percentile in its Suzuki category, so it is heavier than most of the compatible comparison set.
Does the Suzuki GSX 1100 S Katana weight change by model year?
Not in the usable weight data on this page. Across the covered 1981-1984 years, the supplied weight figure remains the same where comparable values are available.
How much does the Suzuki GSX 1100 S Katana fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 5.55 US gal (21 L) to 6.34 US gal (24 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 34.5 lb (15.6 kg) to 39.4 lb (17.9 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Suzuki curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Suzuki GSX 1100 S Katana with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 779.7 lb (353.6 kg) using the representative wet/running figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
How much horsepower does the Suzuki GSX 1100 S Katana have per 100 lb?
Where compatible power and weight figures are available, it works out to 16.68 hp per 100 lb. That places it around the 90th percentile within the compatible Suzuki classic power-to-weight comparison.
How much of the Suzuki GSX 1100 S Katana total weight comes from fuel?
Based on the available weight basis, a full tank of gasoline represents about 5.8% to 6.6% of the motorcycle’s weight.
What is the Suzuki GSX 1100 S Katana engine-size-to-weight ratio?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 1.79 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
How far is the Suzuki GSX 1100 S Katana from the median Suzuki classic motorcycle weight?
The model sits about 169.8 lb (77 kg) heavier than the compatible median Suzuki classic motorcycle weight used on this page.
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.