At the heart of the 1985 Suzuki GV 700 Madura custom - cruiser motorcycle, Suzuki utilizes a 698 cc (42.6 cu in) liquid-cooled v4, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 72 HP (52.6 kW), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 103.2 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 GV 700 Madura measures 228 kg (503 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.32 HP/kg (3.17 kg per horsepower).
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Power
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Weight
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Brakes
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Transmission
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