Touring Motorcycles
1981Suzuki GS 400 T
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The 1981 Suzuki GS 400 T is a lightweight touring middleweight ideal for novice and budget-conscious riders seeking reliable everyday transportation. Its air-cooled twin-cylinder engine delivers modest power with excellent fuel efficiency, while the stable chassis and touring ergonomics make it well-suited for commuting and weekend adventures on varied road conditions.
- Capacity
- 398.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 185.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 27.0 HP (19.9 kW) @ 7400 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's best suited for relaxed commuting, casual weekend rides, and enjoying classic motorcycle character rather than outright performance.
- Built for
- It has the mellow, mechanical charm of an early-80s air-cooled Japanese twin, valued for simplicity and nostalgia rather than speed.
- Not ideal for
- It's not for riders seeking highway-blitzing speed, aggressive cornering performance, or long-distance touring comfort.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 398.0 ccm
- Power
- 27.0 HP (19.9 kW) @ 7400 RPM
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1459 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 65.0 x 60.0 mm
- Compression
- 8.5:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 150.0 km/h (93.2 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake
- Front tyre
- 3.00-18
- Rear tyre
- 3.50-18
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 | 1981 | 1982 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 398 cc | 398 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 14 L | 14 L |
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 400 T?
The 1981 Suzuki GS 400 T has a Capacity of 398.0 ccm (24.29 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Suzuki GS 400 T have?
The 1981 Suzuki GS 400 T has a Power of 27.0 HP (19.9 kW) @ 7400 RPM.
How many gears does the Suzuki GS 400 T have?
The 1981 Suzuki GS 400 T has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Suzuki GS 400 T weigh?
The 1981 Suzuki GS 400 T has a Wet weight of 185.0 kg (407.9 pounds).
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