1981 Suzuki GS850G review from Canada
"All the motorcycle I'll ever need"
What things have gone wrong with the motorcycle?
Any problems with this motorcycle have been caused by normal use and age-related wear.
The most recent was gummed up carbs, caused by lack of use for a couple of years.
General comments?
Totally reliable over my twenty years of ownership.
Power is totally adequate for my needs.
Handling is very good, with after market fork springs, shocks, braided steel brake lines and Metzeler tires installed always.
| Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1981 |
| Year of manufacture | 1981 |
| First year of ownership | 1989 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Acceleration marks | 8 / 10 |
| Roll-on Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Handling marks | 8 / 10 |
| Braking marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 14000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 76000 kilometres |
| Previous motorcycle | BMW K 75 C |
| Date of Entry | 2nd November, 2009 |