Dual-Sport Motorcycles
1981Suzuki RV 90
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The 1981 Suzuki RV 90 is a dual-sport for riders who want one bike for roads and dirt tracks. Its 88cc air-cooled single makes 6.3 hp, with an 86 kg wet weight, a 3-litre tank and an 85 km/h top speed.
- Capacity
- 88.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single
- Gearbox
- 4-speed
- Wet weight
- 86.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 6.3 HP (4.6 kW) @ 6000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's a small, playful fun-bike designed for casual puttering, light trail exploring, and low-stakes recreational riding rather than serious transportation.
- Built for
- It has a cheerful, go-anywhere minibike character with balloon tyres and a simple two-stroke engine that favors charm and simplicity over speed or refinement.
- Not ideal for
- It is not suitable for highway travel, long-distance touring, carrying a passenger, or any rider wanting real speed or performance.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 88.0 ccm
- Power
- 6.3 HP (4.6 kW) @ 6000 RPM
- Engine type
- Single
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0733 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 50.0 x 45.0 mm
- Compression
- 6.2:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 4-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 85.0 km/h (52.8 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Expanding brake
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake
- Front tyre
- 6.70-10
- Rear tyre
- 6.70-10
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 | 88 cc | 88 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 3 L | 3 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 RV 90?
The 1981 Suzuki RV 90 has a Capacity of 88.0 ccm (5.37 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Suzuki RV 90 have?
The 1981 Suzuki RV 90 has a Power of 6.3 HP (4.6 kW) @ 6000 RPM.
How many gears does the Suzuki RV 90 have?
The 1981 Suzuki RV 90 has a Gearbox of 4-speed.
How much does the Suzuki RV 90 weigh?
The 1981 Suzuki RV 90 has a Wet weight of 86.0 kg (189.6 pounds).
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