Adventure Motorcycles

1986Suzuki GSX 550 ES

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The 1986 Suzuki GSX 550 ES is a lightweight dual-sport enduro bike that suits adventure-minded riders seeking versatile on and off-road capability. Its air-cooled 572cc four-cylinder engine delivers accessible performance while the 216kg chassis promotes nimble handling. Best known for combining street-bike refinement with off-road practicality at an affordable price point.

Capacity: 572.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four
Gearbox: 6-speed
Wet weight: 216.0 kg
Seat height: Not on record
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Power: 64.0 HP (47.1 kW) @ 10000 RPM

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Other years 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail15%

Cornering65%

City riding60%

Daily riding68%

Touring66%

Two-up60%

Track45%

Best for: It's built as a sport tourer, blending a manageable 572cc inline-four with dual front discs and a 6-speed gearbox for confident all-round road use rather than outright speed.
Built for: It has the classic 1980s Japanese UJM character: smooth, revvy inline-four power delivery paired with relaxed, versatile road manners.
Not ideal for: It's not suited for riders seeking modern sportbike performance, off-road capability, or high-speed track work.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 572.0 ccm
Power: 64.0 HP (47.1 kW) @ 10000 RPM
Engine type: In-line four
Power/weight ratio: 0.2963 HP/kg
Bore x stroke: 60.0 x 50.6 mm
Compression: 10.0:1
Cooling system: Air
Valves per cylinder: 4
Torque: Not on record - add it

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain

Performance

Top speed: 201.0 km/h (124.9 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wet weight: 216.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 18.00 litres
Seat height: Not on record - add it
Dry weight: Not on record - add it
Ground clearance: Not on record - add it

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Dual disc
Rear brakes: Single disc
Front tyre: 100/90-16
Rear tyre: 110/90-18

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

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Specification	1983	1984	1985	1986	1987
Capacity	572.00 ccm (34.90 cubic inches)	572.00 ccm (34.90 cubic inches)	572.00 ccm (34.90 cubic inches)	572.00 ccm (34.90 cubic inches)	572.00 ccm (34.90 cubic inches)
Fuel capacity	18.00 litres (4.76 gallons)	18.00 litres (4.76 gallons)	18.00 litres (4.76 gallons)	18.00 litres (4.76 gallons)	18.00 litres (4.76 gallons)