Across 7 covered model years from 1986 to 1992, the Suzuki GSX-R 1100 (reduced effect) motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 496 lb (225 kg) to 557.8 lb (253 kg).
Suzuki GSX-R 1100 (reduced effect) 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 GSX-R 1100 (reduced effect)?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki GSX-R 1100 (reduced effect) is heavier than about 56.7% of 30 Suzuki sport-touring motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Ready-to-ride weight range
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Suzuki GSX-R 1100 (reduced effect) weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 496 lb (225 kg) to 557.8 lb (253 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,052 cc to 1,127 cc |
| Power | 100 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 5.02 US gal (19 L) to 5.55 US gal (21 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) to 34.5 lb (15.6 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 1986 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 | 17.93 hp / 100 lb to 20.16 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 4.96 lb / hp to 5.58 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 2.02 cc / lb to 2.12 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 47.2 lb / 100 cc to 49.5 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6.2% to 6.4% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Suzuki GSX-R 1100 (reduced effect) weight FAQ
How much does the Suzuki GSX-R 1100 (reduced effect) weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 496 lb (225 kg) to 557.8 lb (253 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Suzuki GSX-R 1100 (reduced effect) weight compare with similar Suzukis?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 57th percentile for weight among 30 compatible Suzuki sport-touring motorcycles.
Are all Suzuki GSX-R 1100 (reduced effect) model years the same weight?
There are year-to-year differences in the supplied data. The earliest covered year is used as the baseline, with later changed values shown separately above.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Suzuki GSX-R 1100 (reduced effect)?
A full tank works out to about 31.2 lb (14.2 kg) to 34.5 lb (15.6 kg) from the listed 5.02 US gal (19 L) to 5.55 US gal (21 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Suzuki GSX-R 1100 (reduced effect) weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 715.7 lb (324.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Suzuki GSX-R 1100 (reduced effect) strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 17.93 hp per 100 lb to 20.16 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 76th percentile within the compatible Suzuki sport touring power-to-weight comparison.
How large is the Suzuki GSX-R 1100 (reduced effect) engine for its weight?
The model has about 2.02 cc per lb to 2.12 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
What are the lightest and heaviest Suzuki GSX-R 1100 (reduced effect) years?
Across the covered years with usable comparable weight figures, the model runs from about 496 lb (225 kg) (1986-1988) up to 557.8 lb (253 kg) (1991-1992).
Is the Suzuki GSX-R 1100 (reduced effect) above or below the typical Suzuki sport-touring motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 12.1 lb (5.5 kg) heavier than the median Suzuki sport-touring motorcycle weight of 523.6 lb (237.5 kg) in this dataset.
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.