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Suzuki GSX 750 L - 1981 Specifications and Reviews
The 1981 Suzuki GSX 750 L is a lightweight sport touring middleweight that appeals to riders seeking responsive performance with practical versatility. Its air-cooled 747cc four-cylinder engine delivers 80 horsepower with smooth power delivery, while the manageable 244kg weight ensures agile handling. Best known for combining sporty dynamics with comfortable ergonomics, it established Suzuki's reputation for accessible, reliable middleweight motorcycles.
1981
General information | |
| Category | Sport touring |
| Year | 1981 |
| Model | Suzuki GSX 750 L |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Fuel control | DOHC |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x stroke | 67.0 x 53.0 mm (2.6 x 2.1 inches) |
| Compression | 9.4:1 |
| Power | 80.00 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | In-line four |
| Capacity: | 747.00 ccm (45.58 cubic inches) |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 244.0 kg (537.9 pounds) |
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Suzuki GSX 750 L dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes | Dual disc |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 130/90-16 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 90/90-19 |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Top speed | 184.0 km/h (114.3 mph) |
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Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Fuel capacity | 15.00 litres (3.96 gallons) |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
80 hp
Peak Power
4.2s
0-60 mph
114.3 mph
Top Speed
Best For
Track40%
City50%
Cornering55%
Daily Riding60%
Touring68%
Passenger60%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This bike suits an intermediate to experienced rider comfortable with a heavier, air-cooled classic that demands deliberate inputs. |
| Purpose | It was built as an early-80s sport tourer, blending long-legged in-line four performance with reasonable comfort for mixed road riding. |
| Rider Fit | At 244 kg it requires solid physical confidence at low speed and during stops, though its upright ergonomics ease longer rides. |
| Character | 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. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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