Page last modified: 01/04/12

Use this chart to determine the full model designation for your motorcycle

Along the top of the chart is a listing of model years followed by the designation that Suzuki gave for all bikes built during that year; i.e. 1981X.  

Along the left side of the chart are the various models that Suzuki made between the years of 1977 and 1985.  The letters following the engine size is used to tell the type of bike it was and/or what accessories came with it.  These letters can be broken down as follows:

To put together the "correct" full model designation for a specific bike, take the model (e.g. GS450TX) and add the year designation for the model year. (e.g. 1983D).  The model designation would then be a GS450TXD - a basic 450cc model, with spoke wheels that was built in 1983.  

Keep in mind that the year the bike was built does not have to match the model year! 

It all depends on what time of the year the bike was built.  For instance, if a bike is built in November of 1982, it could actually be a 1983 model year bike.  The easiest way to clear this situation up is if you were the original owner and kept the original papers and owners manual.  Of course, this probably isn't always the case.

This information was based on info I had, along with data I extracted from our current registration database.   While my information should be very complete, there is a chance that a model does not show up in the chart.  This is especially true of special Suzuki import models.

If you have questions or feel that your model is missing, feel free to contact Frank.