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56/100Balanced
Power/Weight
0.48 hp/kg
Torque
94 Nm
Engine
1156 ccm
Technical Overview
2002 Suzuki GS 1200 SS Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Suzuki's sport motorcycle lineup, the 2002 Suzuki GS 1200 SS pairs a 1156 cc (70.5 cu in) in-line four, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 100 HP (73 kW) at 8,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 94 Nm (69.3 lb-ft) at 6,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox. With a specific output of 86.5 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (6,500 rpm) and peak power (8,000 rpm), 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 1200 SS measures 210 kg (463 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.48 HP/kg (2.1 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 770 mm (30.3 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,460 mm (57.5 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 20-liter (5.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Specific Output
86.5 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.48 HP/kg (2.1 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,500–8,000 rpm
Standover Height
770 mm (30.3 in)
Engine
Displacement1156.0 ccm (70.54 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Power100.0 HP (73.0 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Torque94.0 Nm (9.6 kgf-m or 69.3 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Compression9.5:1
Bore x Stroke79.0 x 59.0 mm (3.1 x 2.3 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Chassis
Wheelbase1460 mm (57.5 inches)
Ground Clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17 58W
Rear Tyre170/60-ZR17 72W
Front BrakesDual disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight210.0 kg (463.0 pounds)
Power/Weight0.4762 HP/kg
Seat Height770 mm (30.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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