Across 5 covered model years from 1983 to 1987, the Suzuki GSX 550 ES motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 476.2 lb (216 kg).
Suzuki GSX 550 ES 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 GSX 550 ES?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki GSX 550 ES is lighter than about 91.7% of 30 Suzuki sport-touring 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 550 ES weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 476.2 lb (216 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 572 cc |
| Power | 64 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 4.76 US gal (18 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 29.6 lb (13.4 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 13.44 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 7.44 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 1.2 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 83.3 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6.2% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Suzuki GSX 550 ES weight FAQ
What is the Suzuki GSX 550 ES wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 476.2 lb (216 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 GSX 550 ES lighter or heavier than other Suzuki sport-touring motorcycles?
It is comparatively light for this Suzuki category. The model lands near the 8th percentile for weight in the compatible dataset.
Which Suzuki GSX 550 ES 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 GSX 550 ES?
Based on the supplied 4.76 US gal (18 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 29.6 lb (13.4 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 GSX 550 ES and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 656.2 lb (297.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Suzuki GSX 550 ES power-to-weight ratio?
Available model-year data produces 13.44 hp per 100 lb. It shows engine output relative to motorcycle mass rather than just quoting peak horsepower. That places it around the 29th percentile within the compatible Suzuki sport touring power-to-weight comparison.
How many cc does the Suzuki GSX 550 ES have per pound?
The available figures work out to 1.2 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 GSX 550 ES compare with the median Suzuki sport-touring motorcycle weight?
Compared with the median Suzuki sport-touring motorcycle weight of 523.6 lb (237.5 kg), the model is roughly 47.4 lb (21.5 kg) lighter.
Where will I notice the Suzuki GSX 550 ES 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.