LS 650 P Savage

1998 Suzuki LS 650 P Savage Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Suzuki for the custom - cruiser motorcycle segment, the 1998 Suzuki LS 650 P Savage pairs a 652 cc (39.8 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 30 HP (21.9 kW) at 5,400 rpm while maximum torque reaches 49 Nm (36.1 lb-ft) at 3,400 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 46 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (3,400 rpm) and peak power (5,400 rpm), 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 (5.33 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 675 mm (26.6 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.