Across 5 covered model years from 1973 to 1978, the Suzuki GT 185 motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 288.8 lb (131 kg) and dry weights ranging from 283.1 lb (128.4 kg), depending on model year.
Suzuki GT 185 weight overview
The weight is relatively manageable, so the bike should demand less effort than a heavyweight machine when backing up, parking or making slow-speed corrections.
Light Motorcycle
How heavy is the Suzuki GT 185?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki GT 185 is lighter than about 85.2% of 27 Suzuki classic motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry vs 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 GT 185 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1973, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 288.8 lb (131 kg) |
| Dry weight | 283.1 lb (128.4 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 185 cc |
| Power | 15 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 2 US gal (7.57 L) to 2.64 US gal (10 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 12.4 lb (5.6 kg) to 16.4 lb (7.5 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 1973 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 | 5.19 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 19.25 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 0.64 cc / lb to 0.65 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 153 lb / 100 cc to 156.1 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.4% to 5.7% |
| Weight with full tank | 295.5 lb (134 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Suzuki GT 185 weight FAQ
What is the Suzuki GT 185 dry and wet weight?
Across the covered 1973, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978 years, listed wet/running weight is 288.8 lb (131 kg) and listed dry weight is 283.1 lb (128.4 kg). Check the year-change section because the exact figure can vary by model year.
Is the Suzuki GT 185 lighter or heavier than other Suzuki classic motorcycles?
It is comparatively light for this Suzuki category. The model lands near the 15th percentile for weight in the compatible dataset.
Which Suzuki GT 185 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 GT 185?
Based on the supplied 2 US gal (7.57 L) to 2.64 US gal (10 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 12.4 lb (5.6 kg) to 16.4 lb (7.5 kg) when full. This helps explain part of the difference between dry and ready-to-ride mass.
What is the combined Suzuki GT 185 and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 468.8 lb (212.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What is the Suzuki GT 185 power-to-weight ratio?
Available model-year data produces 5.19 hp per 100 lb. It shows engine output relative to motorcycle mass rather than just quoting peak horsepower. That places it around the 17th percentile within the compatible Suzuki classic power-to-weight comparison.
What is the Suzuki GT 185 full-tank weight estimate?
The page calculates about 295.5 lb (134 kg) with a full tank by adding the listed fuel mass to the dry figure. Treat this as a practical estimate, not an official Suzuki curb-weight number.
How large is the Suzuki GT 185 engine for its weight?
The available figures work out to 0.64 cc per lb to 0.65 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
What are the lightest and heaviest Suzuki GT 185 years?
Among years with usable comparable figures, 1973 is the lightest at 283.1 lb (128.4 kg), while 1975-1978 is the heaviest at 288.8 lb (131 kg).
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.