Engineered by Suzuki for the touring motorcycle segment, the 1982 Suzuki GS1100GK relies on a 1074 cc (65.5 cu in) air-cooled in-line four, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 94 HP (68.6 kW) at 8,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 86 Nm (63.4 lb-ft) at 6,400 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 87.5 HP per liter and a 1,600 rpm working window between peak torque (6,400 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 GS1100GK measures 290 kg (639 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.32 HP/kg (3.09 kg per horsepower). The 22-liter (5.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 212 km/h (132 mph).
Specific Output
87.5 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.32 HP/kg (3.09 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,400–8,000 rpm
Engine
Displacement1074.0 ccm (65.54 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Power94.0 HP (68.6 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Torque86.0 Nm (8.8 kgf-m or 63.4 ft.lbs) @ 6400 RPM
Compression8.8:1
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemCarburettor. 4 Mikuni BS34SS
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionTransistorized electric
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed212.4 km/h (132.0 mph)
0-400m12.70 seconds
Exhaust4 into 2
Chassis
Front SuspensionTelescopic gas/coil spring oil damped
Rear SuspensionSwing arm, gas/coil spring oil-damper 4 way adjustable
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Power
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Torque
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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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