1985 Suzuki GV1400 Cavalcade

In 1985, Suzuki launched the 1985 Suzuki GV1400 Cavalcade — a touring motorcycle that would come to define an era of motorcycling. Hailing from Japan, it combined Japan engineering with touring motorcycle appeal.

At the heart of the 1985 Suzuki GV1400 Cavalcade sits a 1360cc DOHC V-4 engine producing 100 horsepower at 7500 rpm. The four-cylinder powerplant features a four-cylinder layout with water-cooled cooling, fed by 4x Mikuni carburetors. Power reaches the rear wheel through a 5-speed transmission and shaft final drive.

Built around a steel backbone frame, the 1985 Suzuki GV1400 Cavalcade suspends its 340 kg (750 lbs) on air-assisted fork forks and monoshock rear units. Braking relies on dual disc at the front and single disc at the rear, with a 1640 mm wheelbase providing stability.

Performance-wise, the 1985 Suzuki GV1400 Cavalcade achieves a claimed top speed of 185 km/h (115 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 25.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for touring motorcycle duties. The seat height of 760 mm makes it accessible for most riders.