While the GSX-R750 debuted in 1985 for most countries, the US first got it and the bigger brother 1100 in 1986. The 1100 was bigger and stronger with a 1052cc, four cylinder, oil cooled, four stroke in-line motor housed in a lightweight aluminum frame.
This meant the new full fairing icon was capable of 128bhp at 8,500 rpm and 70 ft-lbs at 8,000 rpm. At 434 pounds dry, the 1100 was surprisingly light upon release. It also became the first road bike to have a cartridge fork setup and electronically activated suspension.
As Bennetts found in its review, “On the open road it was astonishing. Fast and torquey like nothing else I’d ridden, but nimble too, feeling like what I imagined a proper race bike would as it flicked from left to right on the smallest of rider inputs.”
Manufactured in March 1986, this example is VIN: JS1GU74A9G2102484, Engine #: U703-102892.
The odometer shows 4,577 miles. The seller is the original owner, who bought it new from Suzuki of Pasadena in 1986, the original Bill Of Sale is included. (Picture has been modified to conceal personal information).
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection, flush the hydraulic fluids, clean/sync the carbs, change the engine oil/filter, relube the throttle cables, and install new Bridgestone T32 tires. Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: Ok
Engine Oil Level: Ok
Engine Oil Quality: New
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: N/A
Coolant Quality: N/A
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: New
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: New
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: New
Final Drive Condition: Ok
Headlight High Beam: Ok
Headlight Low Beam: Ok
Passing Light: N/A
Parking Light: Ok
Turn Signals: Ok
Tail Light: Ok
Brake Light (Front Switch): Ok
Brake Light (Rear Switch): Ok
Plate Light: Ok
Horn: Ok
Kill Switch: Ok
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 90+%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 90+%
Forks: Ok
Shock/s: Ok
Tire Date Code Front: 34/25
Tire Date Code Rear: 38/24
Tire % Remaining Front: 100%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 100%
Tire Press. Front: 36 PSI
Tire Press. Rear: 38 PSI
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.83V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 14.75
Running Condition: Runs Well on Bench, Runs Well on Test Ride
Test Ride Completed: Yes
Test Ride Distance: 5 Miles
Notes:
-Small Chip on Right Side Fairing
-Scratches on swingarm and side cover
-Petcock is hard to turn
Modifications:
The passenger grab bar has been removed (it is not included).
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T32 tires with date codes of 3824 and 3425.
The sale includes one key, original owners manual, and the original tool kit.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Panorama City, California, (please make an appointment for an inspection) this Suzuki is offered on a clean California title with registration current through September 2026.
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