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1988Suzuki GS 1100 G

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The 1988 Suzuki GS 1100 G is a sport-touring middleweight powered by a reliable 1074cc air-cooled inline-four producing 94 horsepower. Ideal for riders seeking comfortable long-distance capability combined with responsive handling, this model is best known for its shaft-drive dependability and practical ergonomics. Its manageable weight and balanced performance made it a popular choice for touring enthusiasts.

Capacity: 1074.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four
Gearbox: 5-speed
Wet weight: 268.0 kg
Seat height: Not on record
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Power: 94.0 HP (69.1 kW) @ 8000 RPM

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Other years 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987 1988

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering45%

City riding45%

Daily riding65%

Touring82%

Two-up78%

Track25%

Best for: Built for relaxed sport touring, eating up highway miles with a stable, torquey air-cooled four-cylinder engine.
Built for: A dependable, understated shaft-drive tourer that prioritizes smooth power delivery and long-distance comfort over outright agility or aggression.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders seeking sharp cornering response, off-road capability, or a lightweight, flickable city commuter.

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

Reliability & safety

Bike Reliability score, safety recalls and owner complaints

Bike Reliability

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out of 100Average

The Suzuki GS 1100 G passed its annual roadworthiness test first time 82.0% of the time, 1.6 points below expected for bikes of the same age and mileage. That beats 41% of models.

This covers every year of the model.

82.0%Passed first time

11.7%Failed outright

6.3%Fixed during test

35,000Typical miles

494Tests

Pass rate by miles ridden

0-10k

83.6%

10-20k

87.5%

20-30k

84.6%

30-40k

80%

40-50k

78.4%

50k+

81.5%

All years of this model.

Score by year first registered

19821983

Against its rivals · ranks 2 of 4

#	Model (all years)	Score	Tests
1	Suzuki GSX 1100 G	55 Average	1,229
2	Suzuki GS 1100 G	41 Average	494
3	Suzuki GSX 1100 E	39 Below average	630
4	Suzuki GSX 1100 F	35 Below average	3,779

Rivals are the most-viewed bikes on MotorcycleDB in the same category and engine size, from within three years of this model.

From British annual roadworthiness tests, 2005-2025. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0 (DVSA MOT test data, Great Britain). How Bike Reliability works.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1074.0 ccm
Power: 94.0 HP (69.1 kW) @ 8000 RPM
Engine type: In-line four
Power/weight ratio: 0.3507 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke: 72.0 x 66.0 mm
Compression: 8.3:1
Cooling system: Air
Valves per cylinder: 2
Torque: Not on record - add it

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft

Performance

Top speed: 207.0 km/h (128.6 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wet weight: 268.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 22.00 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: 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	1982	1984	1985	1987	1988
Capacity	1074 cc	1074 cc	1074 cc	1074 cc	1074 cc
Dry weight	247 kg	247 kg	—	—	—
Fuel capacity	22 L	22 L	22 L	22 L	22 L
Bike Reliability ⓘ	45 Average	Too few tests	Too few tests	Too few tests	Too few tests