1983 Suzuki Katana 1100 Pictures

The 1983 Suzuki Katana's bizarre styling set new standards for strangeness in motorcycles, from its half-moon front fender to its dual tone seat. But is was hardly "all show no go," as the 1100-cc four featured double overhead cams and four valves per cylinder.

1983 Suzuki Katana
Seats were divided; one color on the front half,
another color at the rear.

1983 Suzuki Katana 1100
Handling was aided by a stiff suspension with
antidive forks.

Katana
The half-moon fenders helped create the Katana's
unique, modern look.

1983 Suzuki Katana
The Katana integrated its speedometer and
tachometer into a single gauge pod.


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