SR 370

1981 Suzuki SR 370 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Suzuki for the enduro - offroad motorcycle segment, the 1981 Suzuki SR 370 relies on a 370 cc (22.6 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 17 HP (12.4 kW) at 5,950 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 45.9 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 SR 370 measures 135 kg (298 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.13 HP/kg (7.94 kg per horsepower). The 8-liter (2.1 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 108 km/h (67 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.