Suzuki GSX-R 750 H - [1987] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.

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Performance Review: Suzuki GSX-R 750 H - [1987]

Suzuki GSX-R 750 H - [1987]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

Edition: Suzuki GSX-R 750 H
Year: 1987 | Type: Sport
Engine: 749 cc (45.7 ci) 16 Valve
Engine Type: Transverse | Cylinders: 4
Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: DOHC
Fuel Delivery: Carburettor
Cooling: Air - Liquid | Fuel Type: Petrol
Transmission: 6 speed | Manual
Drive: Chain
Wet Weight: 185 kgs (407 lbs)
Dry Weight: 176 kgs (388 lbs)
Power: 100 bhp (74 kW) @ 10500 rpm
Torque: 52.0 lb-ft (70.6 Nm) @ 8000 rpm
BHP Per Ton: 540.5 bhp
Torque Per Ton: 281.6 lb-ft
0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 6.8 secs
0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 7.0 secs
Top Speed: 146 mph (234.9 kph)
1/4 Mile (Est.): 13.09 secs @ 121 mph
Frame: Steel

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Suzuki GSX-R 750 Performance Review.

Introduction:

This edition of the Suzuki GSX-R 750 H is the 6 speed | Manual version and was first brought out in 1987. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 1988 Suzuki TV 250 Wolf and the 1988 Suzuki RH 250 X.This particular Suzuki GSX-R 750 has a 749cc Air - Liquid 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 1987 GSX-R 750 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-R 750'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 185 kgs (407 lbs) this makes the Suzuki GSX-R 750 H in the same weight category as the 2025 Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC SE or the 2025 Yamaha MT-07 Twin Cylinder , give or take 50kg.

The 1987 Suzuki GSX-R 750 shares the same bhp with the Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC - [2025]

In terms of power the 749cc 16 valve Transverse 4 cylinder engine produces 100 bhp (74 kW) @ 10500 rpm similar to the 2025 Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC [123 bhp (91 kW) @ 9500 rpm] or the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT [119 bhp (88 kW) @ 10000 rpm].

The DOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 52.0 lb-ft (70.6 Nm) @ 8000 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Yamaha Ténéré 700 Rally [50.2 lb-ft (68.0 Nm) @ 6500 rpm] and the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT [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-R 750 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

The 2015 Honda CB 1000 R has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 1987 Suzuki GSX-R 750 H.

The 1987 Suzuki GSX-R 750 H has a Power to weight ratio of 540.5 bhp per ton and 281.6 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 1987 GSX-R 750 competing with the 2015 Honda CB 1000 R [560.9 bhp\ton] and the 2017 Honda CB 1000 R [560.9 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-R 750 generating around 281.6 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 1991 Yamaha V-Max 1200 [306.3 lb-ft per ton] and the 1989 Buell-EBR RS 1200-5 Westwind [306.3 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 6.8 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 7.0 secs, this makes the Suzuki GSX-R 750 H similar in acceleration to the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 Triple (6.8 secs) and the 1998 Yamaha YZF750 R7 OWO2 (6.8 secs). This Suzuki GSX-R 750 H 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 1987 Suzuki GSX-R 750 H and the 2007 Yamaha FZ6 S 2 Fazer

When talking about the performance of the 1987 Suzuki GSX-R 750 H on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 11.2 secs @ 121 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 2007 Yamaha FZ6 S 2 Fazer (11.2 secs) and the 2013 Yamaha FZ8 Fazer (11.2 secs).

Top Speed:

The 1987 version of the Suzuki GSX-R 750 H has a maximum speed of 146mph.

Top Speed of the 1987 GSX-R 750 equals the 2014 Suzuki GSX-R 600 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 1987 Suzuki GSX-R 750 H then how about a 2014 Suzuki GSX-R 600 DOHC (157 mph) and the 2013 Suzuki GSX-R 600 Swantz Limited Edition (157 mph).