1986 Suzuki VS750 Intruder
Suzuki released the 1986 Suzuki VS750 Intruder in 1986 with a 747cc OHC V-twin powerplant making 56hp — a definitive cruiser.
Specifications
Engine
- Type
- OHC V-twin
- Displacement
- 747 cc
- Cylinders
- 2
- Power
- 56 hp @ 7500 rpm
- Torque
- 58.0 Nm
- Compression
- —
- Bore × Stroke
- 83.0 × 69.0 mm
- Cooling
- Water-cooled
- Fuel System
- 2x Mikuni carburetors
Chassis & Transmission
- Frame
- Steel double cradle
- Front Suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Rear Suspension
- Twin shock
- Front Brake
- Single disc
- Rear Brake
- Drum
- Front Tyre
- —
- Rear Tyre
- —
- Transmission
- 5-speed
- Final Drive
- Shaft
Performance
- Top Speed
- 165 km/h (103 mph)
- ¼ Mile
- —
Dimensions & Weight
- Dry Weight
- 213 kg (470 lbs)
- Wet Weight
- 232 kg (511 lbs)
- Seat Height
- 720 mm
- Wheelbase
- 1530 mm
- Ground Clearance
- —
- Fuel Capacity
- 13.0 L
History & Story
In 1986, Suzuki launched the 1986 Suzuki VS750 Intruder — a cruiser that would come to define an era of motorcycling. Hailing from Japan, it combined Japan engineering with cruiser appeal.
The 1986 Suzuki VS750 Intruder is motivated by a 747cc OHC V-twin twin-cylinder unit delivering 56hp at 7500 rpm. Breathing through 2x Mikuni carburetors and kept cool by water-cooled, the engine drives through a 5-speed transmission with shaft final drive.
Built around a steel double cradle frame, the 1986 Suzuki VS750 Intruder suspends its 213 kg (470 lbs) on telescopic fork forks and twin shock rear units. Braking relies on single disc at the front and drum at the rear, with a 1530 mm wheelbase providing stability.
Performance-wise, the 1986 Suzuki VS750 Intruder achieves a claimed top speed of 165 km/h (103 mph). With a fuel capacity of 13.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for cruiser duties. The seat height of 720 mm makes it accessible for most riders.
The 1986 Suzuki VS750 Intruder is motivated by a 747cc OHC V-twin twin-cylinder unit delivering 56hp at 7500 rpm. Breathing through 2x Mikuni carburetors and kept cool by water-cooled, the engine drives through a 5-speed transmission with shaft final drive.
Built around a steel double cradle frame, the 1986 Suzuki VS750 Intruder suspends its 213 kg (470 lbs) on telescopic fork forks and twin shock rear units. Braking relies on single disc at the front and drum at the rear, with a 1530 mm wheelbase providing stability.
Performance-wise, the 1986 Suzuki VS750 Intruder achieves a claimed top speed of 165 km/h (103 mph). With a fuel capacity of 13.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for cruiser duties. The seat height of 720 mm makes it accessible for most riders.
Known Issues
- Cam chain tensioner rattle
- Petcock vacuum diaphragm failure
Fun Facts
- The 1986 Suzuki VS750 Intruder was produced in Suzuki's Japan facilities
- The 1986 Suzuki VS750 Intruder featured a steel double cradle frame typical of 1980s design philosophy
Collector Information
- Parts Availability
- Good
- Collector Rating
- 3/10
Resources & Parts
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