Suzuki GS 750 EZ - [1982] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.

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Performance Review: Suzuki GS 750 EZ - [1982]

Suzuki GS 750 EZ - [1982]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

Edition: Suzuki GS 750 EZ
Year: 1982 | Type: Standard
Engine: 748 cc (45.6 ci) 8 Valve
Engine Type: Wankel | Cylinders: 4
Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: DOHC
Fuel Delivery: Carburettor
Cooling: Air | Fuel Type: Petrol
Transmission: 5 speed | Manual
Drive: Chain
Wet Weight: 0 kgs (0 lbs)
Dry Weight: 223 kgs (491 lbs)
Power: 79 bhp (58 kW) @ 8500 rpm
Torque: 44.2 lb-ft (59.9 Nm) @ 8250 rpm
BHP Per Ton: 325.1 bhp
Torque Per Ton: 181.8 lb-ft
0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 11.4 secs
0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 11.6 secs
Top Speed: 127 mph (204.3 kph)
1/4 Mile (Est.): 13.39 secs @ 103 mph
Frame: Steel

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Introduction:

This edition of the Suzuki GS 750 EZ is the 5 speed | Manual version and was first brought out in 1982. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 1982 Honda CB 750 SC Nighthawk and the 1982 Yamaha XS 400 L Maxim.This particular Suzuki GS 750 has a 748cc Air cooled, Two stroke, Wankel Petrol powerplant with 4 cylinders and Carburettor.

An alternative Wankel engine, Standard style motorbike includes the Yamaha XSR 700 Twin - [2020]

The 1982 GS 750 shares its Wankel engine and Standard style configuration with the likes of the 2020 Yamaha XSR 700 Twin and the 2018 Yamaha XSR 700 Twin. Alternatively, if you're looking for other bikes which share the GS 750's Standard style with a similar size of engine then how about the 2020 Yamaha XSR 700 Twin | 2020cc.2018 Yamaha XSR 700 Twin | 2018cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 0 kgs (0 lbs) this makes the Suzuki GS 750 EZ in the same weight category as the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ or the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT, give or take 50kg.

The 1982 Suzuki GS 750 shares the same bhp with the Yamaha Tenere 700 - [2025]

In terms of power the 748cc 8 valve Wankel 4 cylinder engine produces 79 bhp (58 kW) @ 8500 rpm similar to the 2025 Yamaha Tenere 700 [72.4 bhp (53 kW) @ 9000 rpm] or the 2025 Yamaha Tenere 700 Rally [72.4 bhp (53 kW) @ 9000 rpm].

The DOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 44.2 lb-ft (59.9 Nm) @ 8250 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Yamaha YZF-R9 Triple [68.5 lb-ft (93.0 Nm) @ 7000 rpm] and the 2025 Yamaha Tenere 700 [50.2 lb-ft (68.0 Nm) @ 6500 rpm].

Power to Weight:

If one combines the weight with power or torque performance for the Suzuki GS 750 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

The 1982 Yamaha XJ 650 Turbo has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 1982 Suzuki GS 750 EZ.

The 1982 Suzuki GS 750 EZ has a Power to weight ratio of 325.1 bhp per ton and 181.8 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 1982 GS 750 competing with the 1982 Yamaha XJ 650 Turbo [350.1 bhp\ton] and the 1985 Yamaha XJ 650 Turbo [350.1 bhp\ton].

Power to Weight(cont.):

If you agree with the late great Carroll Shelby, then arguably an even better indicator of potential performance is Torque. Factor weight into the equation and you end up with - Torque per ton, with the Suzuki GS 750 generating around 181.8 lb-ft per ton. If you're curious as to what other motorbikes have as much torque to weight then look no further than the 2009 Suzuki DL 650 V-Strom XP [206.8 lb-ft per ton] and the 2009 Suzuki DL 650 V-Strom Touring [206.8 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 11.4 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 11.6 secs, this makes the Suzuki GS 750 EZ similar in acceleration to the 2024 Honda GL 1800 Gold Wing Tour (11.4 secs) and the 2022 Honda GL 1800 Gold Wing Tour (11.4 secs). This Suzuki GS 750 EZ also competes in terms of 0-60 mph and 0-100km/h with the 2018 Honda CB 250 R Neo Sports Cafe (0.0 secs) and the 2020 Norton Superlight SS (0.4 secs).

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Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 1982 Suzuki GS 750 EZ and the 2015 Yamaha MT-07 Twin Cylinder

When talking about the performance of the 1982 Suzuki GS 750 EZ on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 12 secs @ 103 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 2015 Yamaha MT-07 Twin Cylinder (12 secs) and the 2010 Buell-EBR XB12SS Lightning Long (12 secs).

Top Speed:

The 1982 version of the Suzuki GS 750 EZ has a maximum speed of 127mph.

Top Speed of the 1982 GS 750 equals the 2020 Yamaha V-Max 1.7

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 1982 Suzuki GS 750 EZ then how about a 2020 Yamaha V-Max 1.7 (138 mph) and the 2018 Yamaha V-Max 1.7 (138 mph).