GSX 750 L

1981 Suzuki GSX 750 L Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 1981 Suzuki GSX 750 L sport touring motorcycle, Suzuki relies on a 747 cc (45.6 cu in) air-cooled in-line four, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 80 HP (58.4 kW) at 9,200 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 107.1 HP per liter, 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 GSX 750 L measures 244 kg (538 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.33 HP/kg (3.05 kg per horsepower). The 15-liter (4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 184 km/h (114 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Suzuki archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 1980 to 1981, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.