Touring Motorcycles
1983Suzuki GS 850 L
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The 1983 Suzuki GS 850 L is a middleweight custom cruiser that appeals to riders seeking a comfortable, manageable bike with classic styling. Its air-cooled inline-four engine delivers reliable power without excessive complexity, while shaft drive and dual disc front brakes provide practical everyday performance. Best known for offering accessible cruiser appeal with solid engineering fundamentals.
- Capacity
- 844.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 261.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 79.1 HP (58.2 kW)
What’s new for the 1983 Suzuki GS 850 L
vs the 1982| Spec | 1982 | 1983 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 843.0 ccm (51.44 cubic inches) | 844.0 ccm (51.50 cubic inches) |
| Power | 79.0 HP (58.1 kW) | 79.1 HP (58.2 kW) |
| Top speed | 197.0 km/h (122.4 mph) | not listed |
| Front brakes | Dual disc | Double disc |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as a relaxed, shaft-driven cruiser for comfortable cross-town and highway riding rather than outright performance or sport handling.
- Built for
- Delivers smooth, torquey four-cylinder power with a laid-back cruiser demeanor and dependable air-cooled simplicity.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders seeking sharp cornering agility, off-road capability, or lightweight sportbike feel.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 844.0 ccm
- Power
- 79.1 HP (58.2 kW)
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3031 HP/kg
- Bore x stroke
- 69.0 x 56.4 mm
- Compression
- 8.8:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 3.50-19
- Rear tyre
- 4.50-17
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1980 | 1981 | 1982 | 1983 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 843.00 ccm (51.44 cubic inches) | 843.00 ccm (51.44 cubic inches) | 843.00 ccm (51.44 cubic inches) | 844.00 ccm (51.50 cubic inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 13.00 litres (3.43 gallons) | 13.00 litres (3.43 gallons) | 13.00 litres (3.43 gallons) | — |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Suzuki GS 850 L?
The 1983 Suzuki GS 850 L has a Capacity of 844.0 ccm (51.50 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Suzuki GS 850 L have?
The 1983 Suzuki GS 850 L has a Power of 79.1 HP (58.2 kW).
How many gears does the Suzuki GS 850 L have?
The 1983 Suzuki GS 850 L has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Suzuki GS 850 L weigh?
The 1983 Suzuki GS 850 L has a Wet weight of 261.0 kg (575.4 pounds).
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