Suzuki GSX550E
The Suzuki GSX 550E was a Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder. Naked motorcycle produced by Suzuki in 1983. Max torque was 36.88 ft/lbs (50.0 Nm) @ 8000 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 63.97 HP (47.7 KW) @ 1000 RPM.
Suzuki GSX550E | |
Manufacturer | |
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Production | 1983 - 1986 |
Class | Sport Bike |
Engine | Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder. |
Compression ratio | 9.8:1 |
Horsepower | 63.97 HP (47.7 KW) @ 1000RPM |
Torque | 36.88 ft/lbs (50.0 Nm) @ 8000RPM |
Fuel System | 2 x 32 mm Mikuni carburetors |
Ignition | Transistorized |
Transmission | 6 Speed |
Suspension | Front: Telescopic forks with hydraulic anti-dive. Rear: Rising rate full floater linkage with adjustable preload |
Brakes | Front: 2 x 260 mm discs, 2 piston caliper Rear: Single 250 mm disc, 2 piston caliper |
Front Tire | 100/90-16 |
Rear Tire | 110/90-18 |
Wheelbase | 56.3 inches (1430 mm) |
Length | 83.7 inches (2126 mm) |
Width | 27.99 inches (711 mm) |
Seat Height | 780 mm / 30.7 in |
Weight | 216 kg / 476 lbs (dry), |
Recommended Oil | Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40 |
Fuel Capacity | 18 Liters / 4.8 US gal / 4.0 Imp gal |
Manuals | Service Manual |
EngineEdit
The engine was a Air/oil cooled cooled Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.. The engine featured a 9.8:1 compression ratio.
ChassisEdit
It came with a 100/90-16 front tire and a 110/90-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2 x 260 mm discs, 2 piston caliper in the front and a Single 250 mm disc, 2 piston caliper in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic forks with hydraulic anti-dive. while the rear was equipped with a Rising rate full floater linkage with adjustable preload. The GSX550E was fitted with a 18 Liters / 4.8 US gal / 4.0 Imp gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 216 kg / 476 lbs. The wheelbase was 1430 mm / 56.3 in long.
1983 - 1986 Suzuki GSX 550EEdit
The 1983 Suzuki GSX 550 is a motorcycle model from Suzuki. The Sport Tourer was produced from 1982 to 1986 in two model series and three different versions (EU, ES, EF). The additions behind the model designation indicate the type of cladding.
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SpecificationsEdit
Make Model | Suzuki GSX 550E |
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Year | 1983 |
Engine Type | Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder. |
Displacement | 572 cc / 34.9 cu in |
Bore X Stroke | 60 x 50.6 mm |
Compression | 9.8:1 |
Cooling System | Air/oil cooled |
Induction | 2 x 32 mm Mikuni carburetors |
Ignition | Transistorized |
Starting | Electric |
Max Power | 46.7 kW / 64 hp @ 10000 rpm |
Max Torque | 50 Nm / 67.1 hp @ 8000 rpm |
Transmission | 6 Speed |
Final Drive | Chain |
Front Suspension | Telescopic forks with hydraulic anti-dive. |
Rear Suspension | Rising rate full floater linkage with adjustable preload |
Front Brakes | 2 x 260 mm discs, 2 piston caliper |
Rear Brakes | Single 250 mm disc, 2 piston caliper |
Front Tire | 100/90-16 |
Rear Tire | 110/90-18 |
Dimensions | Length: 2125 mm / 83.7 in Width: 710 mm / 28.0 in |
Wheelbase | 1430 mm / 56.3 in |
Ground Clearance | 150 mm / 5.9 in |
Seat Height | 780 mm / 30.7 in |
Dry Weight | 216 kg / 476 lbs |
Fuel Capacity | 18 Liters / 4.8 US gal / 4.0 Imp gal |
Consumption Average | 5.3 L/100 km / 18.7 km/l / US 44 mpg / 52.8 Imp mpg |