Suzuki GSX 1100 F Katana - [1989] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.

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Performance Review: Suzuki GSX 1100 F Katana - [1989]

Suzuki GSX 1100 F Katana - [1989]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

Edition: Suzuki GSX 1100 F Katana
Year: 1989 | Type: Sport-Touring
Engine: 1127 cc (68.7 ci) 16 Valve
Engine Type: V4 | Cylinders: 4
Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: DOHC
Fuel Delivery: Carburettor
Cooling: Air - Liquid | Fuel Type: Petrol
Transmission: 5 speed | Manual
Drive: Chain
Wet Weight: 256 kgs (564 lbs)
Dry Weight: 244 kgs (537 lbs)
Power: 136 bhp (101 kW) @ 10000 rpm
Torque: 82.5 lb-ft (111.9 Nm) @ 7000 rpm
BHP Per Ton: 531.2 bhp
Torque Per Ton: 322.6 lb-ft
0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 7.0 secs
0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 7.1 secs
Top Speed: 156 mph (251.0 kph)
1/4 Mile (Est.): 12.89 secs @ 127 mph
Frame: Steel

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Introduction:

This edition of the Suzuki GSX 1100 F Katana is the 5 speed | Manual version and was first brought out in 1989. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 1989 Suzuki GS 500 E and the 1990 Norton Commander Police.This particular Suzuki GSX 1100 has a 1127cc Air - Liquid cooled, Two stroke, V4 Petrol powerplant with 4 cylinders and Carburettor.

An alternative V4 engine, Sport-Touring style motorbike includes the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT - [2025]

The 1989 GSX 1100 shares its V4 engine and Sport-Touring style configuration with the likes of the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT and the 2020 Yamaha MXT 850 Niken. Alternatively, if you're looking for other bikes which share the GSX 1100's Sport-Touring style with a similar size of engine then how about the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT | 2025cc.2020 Yamaha MXT 850 Niken | 2020cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 256 kgs (564 lbs) this makes the Suzuki GSX 1100 F Katana in the same weight category as the 2025 Yamaha Tenere 700 or the 2025 Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC, give or take 50kg.

The 1989 Suzuki GSX 1100 shares the same bhp with the Yamaha YZF-R9 Triple - [2025]

In terms of power the 1127cc 16 valve V4 4 cylinder engine produces 136 bhp (101 kW) @ 10000 rpm similar to the 2025 Yamaha YZF-R9 Triple [117.4 bhp (87 kW) @ 10000 rpm] or the 2025 Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC [123 bhp (91 kW) @ 9500 rpm].

The DOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 82.5 lb-ft (111.9 Nm) @ 7000 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC [73.0 lb-ft (99.1 Nm) @ 7700 rpm] and the 2025 Yamaha MT-09 Y-AMT [68.5 lb-ft (93.0 Nm) @ 7000 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 1996 Kawasaki ZX-7 RR Ninja has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 1989 Suzuki GSX 1100 F Katana.

The 1989 Suzuki GSX 1100 F Katana has a Power to weight ratio of 531.2 bhp per ton and 322.6 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 1989 GSX 1100 competing with the 1996 Kawasaki ZX-7 RR Ninja [554.5 bhp\ton] and the 1994 Honda RVF 750 RC45 [553.4 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 322.6 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 2012 Yamaha FZ1 Fazer [347.0 lb-ft per ton] and the 2011 Yamaha FZ1 N Abarth Assetto Corse [347.0 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 7.0 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 7.1 secs, this makes the Suzuki GSX 1100 F Katana similar in acceleration to the 2023 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ (7.0 secs) and the 2013 Honda CB 600 F Hornet (7.0 secs). This Suzuki GSX 1100 F Katana 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 1989 Suzuki GSX 1100 F Katana and the 2019 Suzuki GSX-S 1000 ABS

When talking about the performance of the 1989 Suzuki GSX 1100 F Katana on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 10.7 secs @ 127 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 2019 Suzuki GSX-S 1000 ABS (10.7 secs) and the 2004 Yamaha YZF1000 R1 (10.7 secs).

Top Speed:

The 1989 version of the Suzuki GSX 1100 F Katana has a maximum speed of 156mph.

Top Speed of the 1989 GSX 1100 equals the 2005 Kawasaki ZZR 1200 DOHC

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 1989 Suzuki GSX 1100 F Katana then how about a 2005 Kawasaki ZZR 1200 DOHC (167 mph) and the 2004 Kawasaki ZZR 1200 DOHC (167 mph).