1987 Suzuki DR 100 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Suzuki's enduro - offroad motorcycle lineup, the 1987 Suzuki DR 100 relies on a 99 cc (6 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 51.0 x 48.8 mm (2.0 x 1.9 inches) with a 10.0:1 compression ratio.
Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 740 mm (29.1 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,215 mm (47.8 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 5.6-liter (1.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 83 km/h (52 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's Suzuki archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 1985 to 1987, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
740 mm (29.1 in)
Engine
Displacement99.0 ccm (6.04 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Compression10.0:1
Bore x Stroke51.0 x 48.8 mm (2.0 x 1.9 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemCarburettor. MIKUNI VM20SS, single
Fuel ControlOverhead Cams (OHC)
IgnitionSUZUKI ´PEI´
LubricationWet Sump
CoolingAir
Max RPM8000
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet multi-plate type
Performance
Top Speed83.0 km/h (51.6 mph)
Chassis
Rake28.0°
Trail86 mm (3.4 inches)
Front SuspensionTeloscopic, coil spring, oil dampened
Rear SuspensionFull-floating suspension system, spring 5-way adjustable
Wheelbase1215 mm (47.8 inches)
Ground Clearance225 mm (8.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre3.00-17
Rear Tyre4.00-15
Front BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Height740 mm (29.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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