Suzuki Madura

Suzuki Madura
ManufacturerSuzuki
ClassCruiser (motorcycle)
Engine1,165 cc (71.1 cu in) liquid-cooled DOHC 16 valve 4-stroke, 82° V-4
TransmissionWet, multi-plate clutch, shaft drive.
SuspensionFront: 41mm Kayaba
Rear: Suzuki full-floater, single Kayaba damper
BrakesFront: Dual single-action calipers - 268mm discs Rear: Single double-action caliper - 168mm disc
TiresFront: 110/80-19
Rear: 140/80-16
Rake, trail29.3° / 110 mm (4.5 in)
Wheelbase1,575 mm (62.0 in)
Seat height781 mm (30.7 in)
Fuel capacity13 L (2.9 imp gal; 3.4 US gal)
RelatedSuzuki m50
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The Suzuki Madura was a cruiser motorcycle sold by Suzuki in 1985 and 1986. It was available with either 1200 cc or 700 cc V4 engines. It was created as a response to Honda's Magna V4 muscle cruiser and was a direct competitor with Yamaha's V-Max power cruiser, also released in 1985.

Model designations:

  • GV1200GL
  • GV1200GLF
  • GV1200GLG
  • GV700GL