Here’s a first-year example of the venerable Suzuki GSX-R 1100 that’s being offered by the second owner. It’s claimed to be an un-restored original in excellent condition that doesn’t need anything. The second owner acquired it 5 years ago after it spent some time in storage – it’s unclear how often the bike has been exercised since but he thoughtfully includes a startup video for your perusal:
Find this Suzuki GSX-R 1100 (VIN: JS1GU74A7G2103388) for sale in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin with bidding up to $6,100 here on eBay.
Featuring 137 horsepower and weighing just 434 pounds, the 1100 GSX-R was the fastest bike on the block at the time. Introduced right after the United States lowered the import tax on bikes above 700ccs to 24.4 percent (from over 39 percent), the bike even seemed like a relative bargain.…
Post-Sale Update: This Suzuki GSX-R 1100 did not meet reserve at $4,450. Following on up a likely touring bike with a giant front fairing - the BMW R65, today we've got a much more unlikely touring candidate - the Suzuki GSX-R 1100. This first year example has had a Targa…
Here's a beautiful first year example of the iconic Gixxer 1100 - a motorcycle that wowed the press with tremendous power and a relative lack of weight (434 pounds). It's been sitting for a little while but it does start and run, so with a little TLC you can have…
