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Suzuki GS1100

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Manufacturer
  
Compression ratio
  
9.5:1

Class
  
Standard

Top speed
  
134 mph (216 km/h)

Suzuki GS1100

Engine
  
1,075 cc (65.6 cu in) DOHC inline-four

Bore / stroke
  
72 mm × 66 mm (2.8 in × 2.6 in)

The Suzuki GS1100 is a Suzuki GS series motorcycle introduced in 1980. 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.

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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 1981-1983.

    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.

    References

    Suzuki GS1100 Wikipedia


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