Which is faster a Suzuki GS 450 or GS450S?
While those are respectable times for a 450, we expected better results, especially since the 1980 GS450S was three-tenths quicker and several mph faster in the quarter, ridden at the same dragstrip by the same rider. The problem lies in circumstances.
How many valves does a Suzuki GS450 have?
It is a vertical Twin, dohc with two valves per cylinder and plain bearing crankshaft. Since the GS450 was introduced three model years ago, Suzuki has brought into production two other similiarly-sized machines, an eight-valve Twin and a 16-valve Four.
What kind of economy does a Suzuki 450 get?
Economy worked out about average; 60 mpg is good, but because our test requires speeds that work a 450 Twin harder than maybe a 650 Four, the 450’s result can be matched by other bikes with larger engines, more cylinders and more speed.
What kind of styling does a Suzuki 450E have?
The 450E benefits from new styling for 1983, styling influenced by both the GS1100 and the Katana, without going as far. The tank and side panels blend together just ahead of and below the slightly-stepped seat, and a tail section bridges the gap between the seat and the taillight.
When was the last time I rode a Suzuki GS450?
This 1980 Suzuki GS450 (VIN: GS450512040) was last registered in 1994. Prior to storage, it was ridden just 1,191 miles. Readers have commented recently that low mile bikes often require full services, and sometimes may not be worth their high asking prices. Fortunately, the listing is up front about needing a little work.
What are the specs of a Suzuki GS 450 L?
The Suzuki GS 450 L model is a Allround bike manufactured by Suzuki . In this version sold from year 1981 , the dry weight is and it is equipped with a Twin, four-stroke motor. The engine produces a maximum peak output power of 42.00 HP (30.7 kW) @ 9000 RPM and a maximum torque of .
Where are the timing marks on a Suzuki engine?
Timing. On most Kawasaki and Suzuki engines the marks are lines on the cam sparockets and should be even with the top edge of the cylinder head. There is one extra thing on Kawasakis and Suzukis. Count the number of cam chain rollers from the exhaust timing mark to the intake timing mark.
How many valves does a Suzuki gs450st have?
Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 2 valves per cylinder. Suzuki’s GS450ST may never win you a trophy at the roadrace track, but it doesn’t really matter.