The Suzuki GV1400 Cavalcade motorcycle specifications include a 1,360 cc (82.99 cu in) engine, power of 112 hp (81.8 kW) @ 7,000 rpm, a 5-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 373.3 kg (823 lb).
Key specifications
How the Suzuki GV1400 Cavalcade compares
This compares the motorcycle with all Suzuki models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Suzuki database average.
About 71% higher than the Suzuki database average. Around the 86th percentile across Suzuki models.
About 123% higher than the Suzuki database average. Around the 94th percentile across Suzuki models.
About 86% heavier than the Suzuki database average. Around the 99th percentile across Suzuki models.
Very close to the Suzuki database average. Around the 42nd percentile across Suzuki models.
About 62% larger than the Suzuki database average. Around the 99th percentile across Suzuki models.
Suzuki database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the Suzuki specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
112 hp — more powerful than about 86% of Suzuki models with power data.
1,360 cc — larger displacement than about 94% of Suzuki models.
373.3 kg — heavier than about 99% of Suzuki models, or lighter than about 1%.
780 mm — taller than about 42% of Suzuki models.
23.1 L — larger than about 99% of Suzuki fuel tanks in this database.
Dimensions compared with Suzuki average
Each measurement is compared with the average value across Suzuki models where that dimension is available.
2,530
2,137
18% above average.
935
823
14% above average.
1,549
1,158
34% above average.
1,669
1,444
16% above average.
780
786
Close to average.
130
176
26% below average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | Dunlop Elite-3 |
|---|---|
| Rear tire size | Dunlop Elite-3 |
| Engine oil capacity | 3.10 L (3.28 US qt) |
| Estimated theoretical fuel range | 373 km |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 0.300 hp/kg |
| Power-to-weight | 300.0 hp/tonne |
| Specific power | 82.4 hp/L |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.23:1 (Oversquare) |
Model information
| Year released | 1986 |
|---|---|
| Category | Touring |
Engine specifications
| Engine type | V4, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,360 cc (82.99 cu in) |
| Power | 112 hp (81.8 kW) @ 7,000 rpm |
| Torque | 123.0 Nm (12.5 kgf-m or 90.7 ft.lbs) @ 5,500 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 81.0 x 66 mm (3.2 x 2.6 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 9.5:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Carburettor |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Ignition | Transistorized |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Wet Sump |
| Oil capacity | 3.10 L (3.28 US qt) |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive) |
| Clutch | Wet multi-plate |
Chassis and suspension
| Front suspension | Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped, non adjustable |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Auto Level Air Ride, oil damped |
| Front wheel travel | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 100 mm (3.9 inches) |
| Rake | 29.0° |
| Trail | 119 mm (4.7 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Double disc. Dual 2-piston Calipers |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Single 2-piston Caliper |
| Front tire | Dunlop Elite-3 |
| Rear tire | Dunlop Elite-3 |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 373.3 kg (823 lb) |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 342 kg (754 lb) |
| Seat height | 780 mm (30.7 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,530 mm (99.6 inches) |
| Overall width | 935 mm (36.8 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,549 mm (61.0 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,669 mm (65.7 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 23.09 L (6.10 US gal) |
|---|---|
| Reserve fuel capacity | 3.79 L (1.00 US gal) |
| Fuel consumption | 6.19 L/100 km (16.2 km/l or 38.00 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases | 143.6 CO 2 g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission) |
Performance
| Top speed | 193.1 km/h (120.0 mph) |
|---|---|
| 1/4 mile | 16.00 seconds |
| 60–140 km/h | 23.00 seconds |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.3275 hp/kg |
Electrical and instruments
| Electrical | 500 Watt alternator w/built in accessory terminal |
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Other specifications
| Exhaust system | Double Chrome Plated pipes |
|---|---|
| Price as new | US$ 8000. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Comments | Some of the spec numbers estimated as they are unavailable; including price when new |
Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from Suzuki models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official Suzuki information before relying on them. Visit the official Suzuki website.