TL 1000 S

1997 Suzuki TL 1000 S Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Suzuki for the sport motorcycle segment, the 1997 Suzuki TL 1000 S pairs a 996 cc (60.8 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 125 HP (91.2 kW) while maximum torque reaches 105 Nm (77.4 lb-ft) at 8,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 125.5 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 TL 1000 S measures 185 kg (408 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.68 HP/kg (1.48 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 835 mm (32.9 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams.

Within MotoLibrary's Suzuki archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 1997 to 2001, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.