VS 1400 Intruder

1993 Suzuki VS 1400 Intruder Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Suzuki's motorcycle platform, the 1993 Suzuki VS 1400 Intruder pairs a 1360 cc (83 cu in) v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 71 HP (51.8 kW) at 4,800 rpm while maximum torque reaches 112.8 Nm (83.2 lb-ft) at 3,200 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox. With a specific output of 52.2 HP per liter and a 1,600 rpm working window between peak torque (3,200 rpm) and peak power (4,800 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 Intruder measures 243 kg (536 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.29 HP/kg (3.42 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 725 mm (28.5 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 supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Within MotoLibrary's Suzuki archive, this model family spans 9 indexed model years from 1987 to 1995, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.