At the heart of the 1997 Suzuki VS 1400 GLP Intruder custom - cruiser motorcycle, Suzuki utilizes a 1360 cc (83 cu in) oil & air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 61 HP (44.5 kW) at 5,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 105 Nm (77.4 lb-ft) at 2,800 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 44.9 HP per liter and a 2,200 rpm working window between peak torque (2,800 rpm) and peak power (5,000 rpm), the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
On the scales, the VS 1400 GLP Intruder measures 247 kg (545 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.25 HP/kg (4.05 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 740 mm (29.1 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops. The 13-liter (3.4 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 6.76 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 192 km (119 miles) between fill-ups, while factory top speed is listed at 170 km/h (106 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's Suzuki archive, this model family spans 8 indexed model years from 1996 to 2003, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
44.9 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.25 HP/kg (4.05 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
2,800–5,000 rpm
Theoretical Range
~192 km (119 mi)
Engine
Displacement1360.0 ccm (82.99 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power61.0 HP (44.5 kW)) @ 5000 RPM
Torque105.0 Nm (10.7 kgf-m or 77.4 ft.lbs) @ 2800 RPM
Compression9.3:1
Bore x Stroke94.0 x 98.0 mm (3.7 x 3.9 inches)
Valves/Cylinder3
Fuel SystemCarburettor. 2 x Mikuni BDS36 /BS36
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionDigital transistorized
CoolingOil & air
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed170.0 km/h (105.6 mph)
Fuel Consumption6.76 litres/100 km (14.8 km/l or 34.80 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases156.8 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Trail165 mm (6.5 inches)
Front Suspension41 mm Telescopic fork, coil spring, oil damped
Rear SuspensionTwin shock, oil damped, 5-way adjustable spring preload
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre110/90-19
Front BrakesSingle disc. Two-piston calipers.
Front Brake Ø295 mm (11.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Single-piston caliper.
Rear Brake Ø275 mm (10.8 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight247.0 kg (544.5 pounds)
Power/Weight0.2470 HP/kg
Seat Height740 mm (29.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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