Suzuki VS 750 Intruder (1984-85)

The Suzuki VS 750GL Intruder was first produced in 1984-85 and is a four-stroke, 45-degree V-twin motorcycle with liquid cooling. It has a capacity of 747cc and a compression ratio of 10.0:1. It features 2 x 34mm Mikuni CV carburetors and electronic ignition, with an electric starting system. The engine has a maximum power of 47kW / 63hp and maximum torque of 68.6Nm / 7.0 kgf-m / 50.6 lb-ft. It has a five-speed transmission and a shaft final drive.

The front suspension is a telescopic air-assisted fork and the rear suspension has dual coil spring oil-damped shocks and is five-way adjustable for preload. The front braking system features a single 280mm disc, while the rear has a drum brake. The motorcycle measures 2225mm in length, 750mm in width, and 1185mm in height, with a wheelbase of 1545mm. It has a dry weight of 186kg and a fuel capacity of 12 litres.

The average fuel consumption is 5.95L/100 km, with a range of 16.8 km/l, 39.5 US mpg, and 47.5 Imp mpg. Braking from 60 km/h to a standstill takes around 14m. Overall, the Suzuki VS 750GL Intruder is a solid heavy cruiser with a smooth and responsive engine that delivers good power and torque. It’s comfortable to ride, with a relaxed seating position, and has good handling and braking capabilities.


Technical specifications:

Make Model: Suzuki VS 750GL Intruder

Year: 1984-85


Engine: Four stroke, 45 degreesV-twin, SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Capacity: 747 cc / 45.6 cu in
Bore x Stroke: 80 x 74.4 mm
Compression Ratio: 10.0:1
Cooling System: Liquid cooled
Induction: 2 x 34 mm Mikuni CV carburetors
Ignition: Electronic
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 47 kW / 63 hp @ 7000 rpm
Max Torque: 68.6 Nm / 7.0 kgf-m / 50.6 lb-ft @ 6000 rpm
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Shaft
Front Suspension: Telescopic air assisted fork
Rear Suspension: Dual coil spring oil damped shocks, 5-way adjustable preload.
Front Brakes: Single 280 mm disc

Rear Brakes: Drum
Front Tyre: 100/90 H19
Rear Tyre: 140/90 H15
Dimensions: Length: 2225 mm / 87.6 in Width: 750 mm / 29.5 in Height: 1185 mm / 46.7 in
Wheelbase: 1545 mm / 60.8 in
Dry Weight: 186 kg / 410 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 12 Litres / 3.2 US gal / 2.6 Imp gal
Consumption average: 5.95 L/100 km / 16.8 km/l / 39.5 US mpg / 47.5 Imp mpg
Braking 60 km/h – 0: 14.0 m / 45.9 ft

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