Suzuki GSX 1100 EF - [1985] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.

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Performance Review: Suzuki GSX 1100 EF - [1985]

Suzuki GSX 1100 EF - [1985]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

Edition: Suzuki GSX 1100 EF
Year: 1985 | Type: Sport
Engine: 1135 cc (69.2 ci) 16 Valve
Engine Type: Transverse | Cylinders: 4
Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: DOHC
Fuel Delivery: Carburettor
Cooling: Air | Fuel Type: Petrol
Transmission: 5 speed | Manual
Drive: Chain
Wet Weight: 256 kgs (564 lbs)
Dry Weight: 238 kgs (524 lbs)
Power: 114 bhp (85 kW) @ 8700 rpm
Torque: 72.3 lb-ft (98.0 Nm) @ 6500 rpm
BHP Per Ton: 445.3 bhp
Torque Per Ton: 282.4 lb-ft
0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 8.3 secs
0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 8.5 secs
Top Speed: 140 mph (225.3 kph)
1/4 Mile (Est.): 13.05 secs @ 5 mph
Frame: Steel

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Suzuki GSX 1100 Performance Review.

Introduction:

This edition of the Suzuki GSX 1100 EF is the 5 speed | Manual version and was first brought out in 1985. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 1986 Suzuki RH 250 X and the 1986 Suzuki GSX-R 1100 DOHC.This particular Suzuki GSX 1100 has a 1135cc Air cooled, Two stroke, Transverse Petrol powerplant with 4 cylinders and Carburettor.

An alternative Transverse engine, Sport style motorbike includes the Norton Superlight SS - [2020]

The 1985 GSX 1100 shares its Transverse engine and Sport style configuration with the likes of the 2020 Norton Superlight SS and the 2019 Norton Superlight Twin. Alternatively, if you're looking for other bikes which share the GSX 1100's Sport style with a similar size of engine then how about the 2020 Norton Superlight SS | 2020cc.2019 Norton Superlight Twin | 2019cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 256 kgs (564 lbs) this makes the Suzuki GSX 1100 EF in the same weight category as the 2025 Honda X-ADV 745 or the 2025 Yamaha Tenere 700 Rally, give or take 50kg.

The 1985 Suzuki GSX 1100 shares the same bhp with the Yamaha Tracer 9 Triple - [2025]

In terms of power the 1135cc 16 valve Transverse 4 cylinder engine produces 114 bhp (85 kW) @ 8700 rpm similar to the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 Triple [119 bhp (88 kW) @ 10000 rpm] or the 2025 Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC SE [123 bhp (91 kW) @ 9500 rpm].

The DOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 72.3 lb-ft (98.0 Nm) @ 6500 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC SE [73.0 lb-ft (99.1 Nm) @ 7700 rpm] and the 2025 Yamaha MT-07 Twin Cylinder [50.0 lb-ft (67.7 Nm) @ 6500 rpm].

Power to Weight:

If one combines the weight with power or torque performance for the Suzuki GSX 1100 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

The 1986 Kawasaki Gpz 1000 RX has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 1985 Suzuki GSX 1100 EF.

The 1985 Suzuki GSX 1100 EF has a Power to weight ratio of 445.3 bhp per ton and 282.4 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 1985 GSX 1100 competing with the 1986 Kawasaki Gpz 1000 RX [468.1 bhp\ton] and the 1988 Kawasaki Gpz 1000 RX [468.1 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 GSX 1100 generating around 282.4 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 1987 Yamaha FJ 1200 1UX [307.3 lb-ft per ton] and the 1989 Yamaha FJ 1200 3SK2 [307.3 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 8.3 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 8.5 secs, this makes the Suzuki GSX 1100 EF similar in acceleration to the 2024 Suzuki GSX-S 950 DOHC (8.3 secs) and the 2023 Suzuki DL 1050 V-Strom (8.3 secs). This Suzuki GSX 1100 EF 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).

Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 1985 Suzuki GSX 1100 EF and the 1995 Yamaha FZR 600 R

When talking about the performance of the 1985 Suzuki GSX 1100 EF on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 11.1 secs @ 5 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 1995 Yamaha FZR 600 R (11.1 secs) and the 2011 Kawasaki Z 1000 DOHC (11.1 secs).

Top Speed:

The 1985 version of the Suzuki GSX 1100 EF has a maximum speed of 140mph.

Kawasaki GTR 1400 Concours 14 - [2019] image

Top Speed of the 1985 GSX 1100 equals the 2019 Kawasaki GTR 1400 Concours 14

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 1985 Suzuki GSX 1100 EF then how about a 2019 Kawasaki GTR 1400 Concours 14 (151 mph) and the 2017 Kawasaki GTR 1400 Concours 14 (151 mph).