Positioned in Suzuki's enduro - offroad motorcycle lineup, the 1980 Suzuki TS-185 relies on a 184 cc (11.2 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 15 HP (10.9 kW) at 5,600 rpm while maximum torque reaches 19.6 Nm (14.5 lb-ft) at 5,200 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 81.5 HP per liter and a 400 rpm working window between peak torque (5,200 rpm) and peak power (5,600 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
The 7-liter (1.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Specific Output
81.5 HP/L
Power Band Window
5,200–5,600 rpm
Engine
Displacement184.0 ccm (11.23 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Power15.0 HP (10.9 kW)) @ 5600 RPM
Torque19.6 Nm (2.0 kgf-m or 14.5 ft.lbs) @ 5200 RPM
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Torque
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Transmission
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