1982 Suzuki GS1100GK review from United States of America
"This bike is ugly... but fun to ride"
What things have gone wrong with the motorcycle?
The voltage regulator burned while riding at high speed. This caused the stator wiring to melt. Rewired this part of the harness after replacing the regulator.
General comments?
This bike is handles very well, especially in high speed corners and at low speeds in the parking lot.
While the seat is comfortable for long periods of time, the foot peg position causes cramping for those of us with long legs. A pair of highway pegs mounted forward of the engine on the crash bars solved this problem. Long days in the saddle are a breeze.
The fairing does make a lot of noise, but the trade off in bad weather and wind protection is worth it. I packed my empty spaces full of packing peanuts which reduced some of the noise.
The fuel economy is not the best... only about 38 MPG on the highways. It has a touring range of about 300 miles.
The trunk and hard bags are great!!! Easily holds enough gear for a weekend ride without having to strap extra luggage to the passenger seat.
Recommended reviews
 | A tough reliable bike with lots of go |
 | I love the bike, but don't like the electrical problems it has |
| Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model Year | 1982 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Acceleration marks | 6/10 |
| Roll-on Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Handling marks | 8/10 |
| Braking marks | 4/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 40000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 48240 miles |
| Previous motorcycle | Kawasaki Vulcan 750 |
| Date of Entry | 23rd January, 2006 |