1983 Suzuki GSX / Katana

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You are looking at a great condition 1983 Suzuki GS1100S Katana, one of the iconic bikes of the early 1980s. The 1100cc model of 1983 replaced the 1982 1000cc model which was supposed to be part of a homologation program to make them eligible for Superbike racing. The Katana project actually began in Germany with a company called Target Design in 1979 with Target Design to improve Suzuki’s GS1100. Ex-BMW designers Hans-Georg Kasten and Hans Muth partnered with Brit Jan Fellstrom to overhaul the Suzuki lineup. The Katana, named for the famous Japanese sword, first appeared at the Intermot show in Cologne in May 1980, and production examples appeared a year later with only a few changes from the show bike.This particular bike is part of a collection which is being sized down. It has been parked for quite a while and is NOT READY TO RIDEIt will require some attention to make it roadworthy if it is supposed to be ridden. Please note that the title will show an odometer discrepancy according to the BMW regulations in Ohio. The mileage shown on the speedometer on the bike is 75, but the actual mileage is approx. 6060. The original speedometer showing 5984 miles will be included. A $500 down payment via Paypal is required within 3 days of end of auction. Balance due in cash upon pickup or via certified check (cleared) BEFORE shipping. Buyer responsible for making shipping/pickup arrangements. Bike is located south of Cleveland, Ohio On Nov-26-18 at 11:44:16 PST, seller added the following information: The bike was tuned by one of the best Japanese motorcycle mechanics in our area and was ridden for about 60 miles after that before stored.On Nov-27-18 at 10:52:46 PST, seller added the following information: We had several questions about the bike and did some additional research that brought up the following: The bike was partially restored at one time. 1982 wheels and seat were put on. The separate speedo is not from this bike, so the actual mileage is unknown, that's why it said mileage discrepancy and the opening bid was set low. Mike