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1981Suzuki GSX 750 L
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The 1981 Suzuki GSX 750 L is a cruiser-styled take on Suzuki's air-cooled four, aimed at riders who want relaxed, laid-back street cruising with a useful turn of speed. Its 747 cc in-line four delivers 84 hp, good for a 184 km/h top speed, while a 19.5 litre tank suits longer rides. It is best known for blending custom looks with proven GSX mechanicals.
- Capacity
- 747.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 215.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 84.0 HP (61.8 kW) @ 9200 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It was built as an early-80s sport tourer, blending long-legged in-line four performance with reasonable comfort for mixed road riding.
- Built for
- It has the raw, mechanical charm of a classic air-cooled UJM four, rewarding smooth throttle work and a relaxed, confident riding style.
- Not ideal for
- It is not for riders seeking modern agility, off-road capability, or the light, flickable feel of a smaller contemporary sport bike.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 747.0 ccm
- Power
- 84.0 HP (61.8 kW) @ 9200 RPM
- Torque
- 68.0 Nm (6.9 kgf-m) @ 8500 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3907 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 67.0 x 53.0 mm
- Compression
- 9.5:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 184.0 km/h (114.3 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Dry weight
- 215.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 244.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 19.50 litres
- Seat height
- Not on record - add it
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 90/90-19
- Rear tyre
- 130/90-16
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 747 cc | 747 cc |
| Dry weight | 215 kg | 215 kg |
| Fuel capacity | 19.5 L | 19.5 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 GSX 750 L?
The 1981 Suzuki GSX 750 L has a Capacity of 747.0 ccm (45.58 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Suzuki GSX 750 L have?
The 1981 Suzuki GSX 750 L has a Power of 84.0 HP (61.8 kW) @ 9200 RPM.
How many gears does the Suzuki GSX 750 L have?
The 1981 Suzuki GSX 750 L has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Suzuki GSX 750 L?
The 1981 Suzuki GSX 750 L has a Torque of 68.0 Nm (6.9 kgf-m or 50.2 ft.lbs) @ 8500 RPM.
How much does the Suzuki GSX 750 L weigh?
The 1981 Suzuki GSX 750 L has a Dry weight of 215.0 kg (474.0 pounds).
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