Technical specifications
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| Model: |
GS 550E |
| Years: |
1981-82 |
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Engine:
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Four stroke, transverse four cylinders, DOHC, 2 valves per cylinder.
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Capacity:
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549 cc / 33.5 cu in
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Bore x Stroke:
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56 x 55.8 mm
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Compression Ratio:
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8.6:1
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Cooling System:
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Air cooled
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Induction:
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4 x VM22SS Mikuni carburetors
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Ignition:
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Battery and Coil
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Starting:
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Electric
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Max Power:
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35.8 kW / 49 hp @ 9000 rpm
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Max Torque:
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42 Nm 4.3 kgf-m / 31 lb-ft @ 7500 rpm
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Clutch:
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Wet, 15 multi-plate
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Transmission:
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6 Speed
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Final Drive:
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Chain
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Primary Ratio:
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1.977:1
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Front Suspension:
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Telescopic fork, oil damped
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Rear Suspension:
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Twin shocks, coil over, 5-way adjustable springload
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Front Brakes:
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Single 275mm disc, 1 piston caliper
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Rear Brakes:
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Drum
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Front Tyre:
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3.25-19
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Rear Tyre:
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3.75-18
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Rake:
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29o
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Trail:
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119.9 mm / 4.7
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Dry Weight:
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195 kg / 430 lbs
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Wet Weight:
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216 kg / 476 lbs
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Fuel Capacity:
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17 Litres / 4.5 US gal / 3.7 Imp gal
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Consumption Average:
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5.6 L/100 km / 42 mpg / 50.4 Imp mpg
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Standing ΒΌ Mile:
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13.7 sec / 152 km/h / 94.7 mph
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Top Speed:
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181 km/h / 112 mph
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