Suzuki GS 550 L - 1984 Specifications and Reviews
General information | |
| Category | Naked bike |
| Model | Suzuki GS 550 L |
| Year | 1984 |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Clutch | Wet multi-plate type |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Lubrication system | Wet Sumo |
| Starter | Electric |
| Ignition | Transistorized |
| Fuel control | DOHC |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Mikuni bsw30ss |
| Bore x stroke | 60.0 x 50.6 mm (2.4 x 2.0 inches) |
| Compression | 9.8:1 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | In-line four |
| Capacity: | 572.00 ccm (34.90 cubic inches) |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 1,445 mm (56.9 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 145 mm (5.7 inches) |
| Overall width | 880 mm (34.6 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,085 mm (82.1 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,150 mm (45.3 inches) |
| Dry weight | 186.0 kg (410.1 pounds) |
Suzuki GS 550 L dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front brakes | Single disc |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 130/90-1667H |
| Front tyre dimensions | 100/90-1654H |
| Rear suspension travel | 100 mm (3.9 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Full- floating suspension system |
| Front suspension travel | 160 mm (6.3 inches) |
| Front suspension | Telescopic, pneumatic/ coil spring, oil dampened |
| Trail | 111 mm (4.4 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 61.0° |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
68 hp
Peak Power
5.5s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track35%
City60%
Cornering60%
Daily Riding62%
Touring55%
Passenger45%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This bike suits riders with at least some experience, as its air-cooled four-cylinder power delivery and dated brakes reward measured, deliberate riding rather than aggressive inputs. |
| Purpose | It's a classic sport-touring middleweight best suited to spirited backroad rides and moderate-distance trips rather than outright speed or long-haul touring comfort. |
| Rider Fit | A modest curb weight and mid-size ergonomics make it manageable for most body types, though the small fuel tank means more frequent stops on longer journeys. |
| Character | Smooth, revvy inline-four charm with a classic 1980s Japanese UJM feel, rewarding riders who enjoy mechanical simplicity and analog engagement over modern refinement. |
| Not Ideal For | It's not the right choice for riders seeking off-road capability, high-speed touring comfort, or modern braking and suspension performance. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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