DR Big 800 S

1992 Suzuki DR Big 800 S Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 1992 Suzuki DR Big 800 S allround motorcycle, Suzuki features a 779 cc (47.5 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 50 HP (36.5 kW) at 6,600 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 64.2 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the DR Big 800 S measures 222 kg (489 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.23 HP/kg (4.44 kg per horsepower). The 24-liter (6.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 163 km/h (101 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Suzuki archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 1990 to 1992, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.