Suzuki TL1000S

Suzuki TL1000S
ManufacturerSuzuki
Production1997–2001
SuccessorSuzuki SV1000S
ClassSport bike
EngineWater cooled DOHC 996 cc (60.8 cu in) 90° V-twin
Compression ratio11.3:1
Top speed165 MPH
Power125 hp (93 kW) @ 8500 rpm[citation needed]
Torque79.21 LB-FT @ 7,100 RPM
Transmission6-speed, chain
Frame typeAlloy oval section trellis frame
Suspension43mm USD forks with adjustable preload, rebound, and compression damping
Rake, trail94mm (3.70")
Wheelbase55.7 in (1,410 mm)
DimensionsL: 80.5 in (2,040 mm)
W: 28.1 in (710 mm)
Seat height32.9 in (840 mm)
Weight411 lb (186 kg) (dry)
Fuel capacity17 L (3.7 imp gal; 4.5 US gal), 4.5 L (0.99 imp gal; 1.2 US gal) reserve
RelatedSuzuki TL1000R

The Suzuki TL1000S was a Suzuki V-twin roadster sport bike made from 1997–2001. It is frequently referred to as the TLS or Suzuki TLS. It is notable for the 90° V-twin engine which is still used in Suzuki's modern SV1000 and V-Strom 1000 motorcycles.

Due to its problems, it has earned the title of ‘The Widowmaker’.[1]

  1. ^ Deswal, Virat (2024-01-27). "Why The Suzuki TL1000S Was Called 'The Widowmaker'". HotCars. Retrieved 2024-02-26.