At the heart of the 2008 Suzuki GSX 1400 Special Edition naked motorcycle, Suzuki relies on a 1401 cc (85.5 cu in) oil & air-cooled in-line four, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 99.2 HP (72.4 kW) at 6,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 126 Nm (92.9 lb-ft) at 5,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 70.8 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (5,000 rpm) and peak power (6,500 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 GSX 1400 Special Edition measures 226 kg (498 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.44 HP/kg (2.28 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 775 mm (30.5 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,520 mm (59.8 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 22-liter (5.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Specific Output
70.8 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.44 HP/kg (2.28 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
5,000–6,500 rpm
Standover Height
775 mm (30.5 in)
Engine
Displacement1401.0 ccm (85.49 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Power99.2 HP (72.4 kW)) @ 6500 RPM
Torque126.0 Nm (12.8 kgf-m or 92.9 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM
Compression9.5:1
Bore x Stroke81.0 x 65.0 mm (3.2 x 2.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionFull transistor system
LubricationWet sump
CoolingOil & air
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet multiplate
Chassis
Frame TypeDouble cradle
Wheelbase1520 mm (59.8 inches)
Ground Clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre190/50-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight226.0 kg (498.2 pounds)
Power/Weight0.4391 HP/kg
Seat Height775 mm (30.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Transmission
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