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 April 1986, this example is VIN: JS1GU74AXG2103904. The seller has owned the bike for about 2 years and has put approximately 50 miles on the bike. “This GSXR was part of a collection for a long time. It is not a bike that’s been fully restored. It is mostly original. Even the original clear-coat on the forks in its fantastic shape. All of the lettering on the controls is also very visible, which is unusual for a bike of this age. It’s about as nice of a rider as you’ll find. I only ride to and from the store and that’s about it. It’s fast and the paint looks incredible.”
The odometer shows 16,244 miles.
Maintenance:
The seller states: “Recently fully serviced, oil, spark plugs, valve cover gasket, hydraulics bled.”
Modifications:
D&D pipe
K&N filters, carbs jetted for pod filters
Tank pad
Aftermarket flush mount rear blinkers
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Dunlop Sportmax Touring tires that have aged out with date codes of 4000.
The sale includes 2 ignition keys.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Converse, Texas, this Suzuki is offered on a clean Texas title. Have any GSX-R1000R stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
