LS 650 P Savage

1997 Suzuki LS 650 P Savage Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Suzuki's custom - cruiser motorcycle platform, the 1997 Suzuki LS 650 P Savage features a 652 cc (39.8 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 31 HP (22.6 kW) at 5,400 rpm while maximum torque reaches 46 Nm (33.9 lb-ft) at 5,400 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 47.5 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.

On the scales, the LS 650 P Savage measures 160 kg (353 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.19 HP/kg (5.16 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 700 mm (27.6 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops.

Within MotoLibrary's Suzuki archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 1997 to 2003, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.