Suzuki GS1100

The Suzuki GS1100 is a Suzuki GS series motorcycle introduced in 1980.^[2] It was a direct descendant of the Suzuki GS750. The engine size increased from 1000 to 1100 cc. Upon its introduction it received accolades. The 1980 had a 1/4 mile time of 11.39 seconds at 118.42 mph (190.58 km/h) and a 0 to 60 mph time of 4.3 seconds.^[1]

Suzuki GS1100 (GS1100 L below)

Manufacturer	Suzuki
Class	Standard
Engine	1,075 cc (65.6 cu in) DOHC inline-four
Bore / stroke	72 mm × 66 mm (2.8 in × 2.6 in)
Compression ratio	9.5:1
Top speed	134 mph (216 km/h)[1]
Power	105 bhp (78 kW) @ 8,500 rpm (claimed)[1]
Torque	67.6 ft⋅lb (91.7 J) @ 6,500 rpm (claimed)[1]
Ignition type	CDI
Transmission	Wet multi-plate clutch, 5-speed, chain drive
Suspension	Front: telescopic fork Rear: Swingarm 2×shocks adj. damping
Brakes	Front: 2×280 mm (11 in) disc Rear: 280 mm (11 in) disc
Tires	Bridgestone, Front: 3.5-V19 Rear: 4.5-V17
Rake, trail	28°, 103 mm (4.06 in)
Wheelbase	1,540 mm (60.5 in)
Dimensions	W: 800 mm (31.5 in)
Seat height	800 mm (31.5 in)
Weight	252 kg (556 lb) (tank 1⁄2 full)[1] (wet)
Fuel capacity	18 L; 3.9 imp gal (4.7 US gal)
Fuel consumption	4.96 L/100 km; 56.9 mpg‑imp (47.4 mpg‑US)[1]

Specifications

• Four valves per cylinder
• Double overhead cam
• Electronic ignition
• Five-speed transmission
• Box-section aluminum swingarm
• Anti-dive forks (from 1982)
• Triple disc brakes

Recognition

Cycle World's Superbike of the Year for three consecutive years from 1981 to 1983.

Cycle Guide said in March 1978, "Technologically, the GS1000 is a landmark motorcycle. It represents the first time … that an existing Japanese motorcycle has been successfully re-engineered with two important factors uppermost on the priority sheet: handling and light weight."

In 1999 Rider magazine ranked the GS1100E fifth on its list of the most significant bikes of the last 35 years.