Engineered by Suzuki for the sport motorcycle segment, the 1985 Suzuki GS 700 E/ES relies on a 699 cc (42.7 cu in) air-cooled in-line four, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 80 HP (58.4 kW) at 9,300 rpm while maximum torque reaches 63 Nm (46.5 lb-ft) at 8,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 114.4 HP per liter and a 800 rpm working window between peak torque (8,500 rpm) and peak power (9,300 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
On the scales, the GS 700 E/ES measures 235 kg (518 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.34 HP/kg (2.94 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 800 mm (31.5 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,500 mm (59.1 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 17.5-liter (4.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Specific Output
114.4 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.34 HP/kg (2.94 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
8,500–9,300 rpm
Standover Height
800 mm (31.5 in)
Engine
Displacement699.0 ccm (42.65 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Power80.0 HP (58.4 kW)) @ 9300 RPM
Torque63.0 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs) @ 8500 RPM
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