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MotoLibrary Score
64/100Sporty
Power
100 HP
Top Speed
221 km/h
Engine
1074 ccm
Technical Overview
1981 Suzuki GS 1100 E Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Engineered by Suzuki for the classic motorcycle segment, the 1981 Suzuki GS 1100 E pairs a 1074 cc (65.5 cu in) air-cooled in-line four, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 100 HP (73 kW) at 8,700 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 93.1 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 GS 1100 E measures 259 kg (571 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.39 HP/kg (2.59 kg per horsepower). The 20-liter (5.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 221 km/h (137 mph).
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Brakes
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Transmission
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