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Motorcycle specifications SuzukiVS 1400 INTRUDER 1999 Old-fashioned custom

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presentation of the VS 1400 INTRUDER 1999

with this big custom bike, it's hard to go unnoticed. The Intruder, with its shortened pot, cowhorn-style handlebars and large front wheel, is strongly inspired by choppers made in the USA. With its excellent finish and quality paintwork, Suzuki has put in a lot of effort to create a beautiful, well-finished machine. The machine's substantial weight is only felt in the steering when riding at low speeds. Otherwise, the 1400's low center of gravity makes it easy to handle. Quite supple, the twin also has a pleasant character in the low and mid-range ranges. Comfort is less convincing. It remains decent as long as the asphalt is of good quality; after that... Braking offers a good feel, but its power isn't enough; optimism should be tempered. Since 1990, the gearbox has been upgraded from 4 to 5 speeds. The Intruder 1400 is a fine example of a certain era in custom motorcycling.

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Key facts Suzuki VS 1400 INTRUDER (1999) : What you need to know before you buy

Highlights

  • Driving force
  • Manufacturing quality

Weak points

  • Comfort
  • Frein AV
  • Duo
  • Autonomies

Prices

Basic version
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9,500€

Bikers' reviews

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Performance

Specifications Suzuki VS 1400 INTRUDER 1999

Chassis
Frame : double tubular steel cradle
Fuel capacity : 13 liters (3.43 US gallons)
Seat height : 735 mm (28.94 in)
Length : 2,335 mm (91.93 in)
Width : 770 mm (30.31 in)
Min height : 1,220 mm (48.03 in)
Wheelbase : 1,620 mm (63.78 in)
Dry weight : 242 kg (534 lb)
Weight when fully loaded : 253 kg (558 lb)
Front axle
Telehydraulic fork Ø nc, Wheel travel : 160 mm (6.30 in)
Braking 1 disc Ø 296 mm (11.65 in), 2-piston caliper
Front tire : 110 / 90 - 19 → Order this type of tire
Pressure : 2 bar
Transmission
5 stage gearbox
Secondary cardan shaft
Rear axle
2 lateral shock absorbers, Wheel travel : 105 mm (4.13 in)
Braking 1 disc Ø 275 mm (10.83 in), single-piston caliper
Rear tire : 170 / 80 - 15 → Order this type of tire
Pressure : 2 bar
Motor
two-cylinder 45° V-shaped , 4 strokes
2 carburetors Ø 36 mm
Cooling system : mixed cooling, front cylinder air cooled, rear cylinder oil cooled
1 ACT
3 valves per cylinder
1,360 cc (Bore x stroke: 94 x 98 mm)
60 ch (59.20 hp) to 5,000 rpm
10.70 mkg to 2,800 rpm
Power-to-weight ratio : 4.09 kg/ch
Weight / torque ratio : 22.62 kg/mkg
Compression : 9.3 : 1
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Compare the VS 1400 INTRUDER to its competitors

Acceleration

Suzuki VS 1400 INTRUDER 1999 Undisclosed
Honda VT 1100 C2 Shadow 1999 : 8.4 s
BMW R 1200 C 1999 : 5.3 s
Yamaha XV 1600 WILD STAR 1999 Undisclosed

Fuel consumption

Suzuki VS 1400 INTRUDER 1999 : 6.70 liters/100km (0.35 mpg)
Honda VT 1100 C2 Shadow 1999 Undisclosed
BMW R 1200 C 1999 : 6.30 liters/100km (0.37 mpg)
Yamaha XV 1600 WILD STAR 1999 : 7.20 liters/100km (0.33 mpg)

Range

Suzuki VS 1400 INTRUDER 1999 : 194 km (121 miles)
Honda VT 1100 C2 Shadow 1999 Undisclosed
BMW R 1200 C 1999 : 278 km (173 miles)
Yamaha XV 1600 WILD STAR 1999 : 278 km (173 miles)

Torque

Suzuki VS 1400 INTRUDER 1999 : 10.7 mkg
Honda VT 1100 C2 Shadow 1999 : 9 mkg
BMW R 1200 C 1999 : 10 mkg
Yamaha XV 1600 WILD STAR 1999 : 13.4 mkg

Power

Suzuki VS 1400 INTRUDER 1999 : 60 ch (59.20 hp)
Honda VT 1100 C2 Shadow 1999 : 50 ch (49.30 hp)
BMW R 1200 C 1999 : 61 ch (60.20 hp)
Yamaha XV 1600 WILD STAR 1999 : 63 ch (62.10 hp)

Power-to-Weight ratio

Suzuki VS 1400 INTRUDER 1999 : 4.09 kg/ch
Honda VT 1100 C2 Shadow 1999 : 5.29 kg/ch
BMW R 1200 C 1999 : 4.25 kg/ch
Yamaha XV 1600 WILD STAR 1999 : 4.94 kg/ch

Torque-to-Weight ratio

Suzuki VS 1400 INTRUDER 1999 : 22.62 kg/mkg
Honda VT 1100 C2 Shadow 1999 : 29 kg/mkg
BMW R 1200 C 1999 : 25.6 kg/mkg
Yamaha XV 1600 WILD STAR 1999 : 22.91 kg/mkg

Speed

Suzuki VS 1400 INTRUDER 1999 : approximately 170 km/h (105.60 mph)
Honda VT 1100 C2 Shadow 1999 : approximately 160 km/h (99.40 mph)
BMW R 1200 C 1999 : 180 km/h (111.80 mph)
Yamaha XV 1600 WILD STAR 1999 : approximately 170 km/h (105.60 mph)

Bikers' reviews Leave a review - 68 reviews

French Midori Model 1993
Superb machine, lots of transformation for a unique model. Around 130000Kms. Currently, rear carburetor problems, waiting for original parts for several months. Rating : 4/5
Superb bike a real pleasure mine is 1999 with 46 000 kms perfect condition I replaced the clutch and starter otherwise all is well I enjoy. Rating : 5/5
French lou y Model 2000
Bonjour depuis Aout l'année dernière je suis l'heureux propriétaire de mon 1400 intru bleu et blanc cassé 64000 km j'ai eu 4 hd 2, 883, 1, 1200, 1, 1340 fat ,un 800 intru et 2 maraudeur je peux dire que le 1400 et de loin la plus belle la plus coupleuse bref un moto d'homme lol un véritable petit monstre quel pied quand je roule avec mais plus que 4 points sur mon permis vive ce pays de m..... je plein ce qui roule en sportive ..... il faut continuer comme ça ....... Rating : 5/5
You have to be a fan to own a 1400 intruder, I have a 1996 model blue 2011 and total 45000kms, the description here is correct but many of the minus in the balance can improve;confort suffit de mettre des amortisseurs progressif à l'av et l'ar, freinage suffit de mettre des disques ventilé av et ar avec des plaquettes de bonnes qualité, duo c'est clair qu'il vaut mieux une ptite chinoise qu'une italienne lol, autonomie suffit d'agrandir son réservoir comme moi (17 liters j'arrive à faire 280 kms )et pour répondre à Chris le biker les fusibles se trouvent du côté gauche dans une boîte noire sous la selle conducteur et sais marqué dessus voilà bonne route à tous avec cette moto de passionné Rating : 5/5
French Djel
How to enlarge reservoir cordially Rating : 5/5
French Juanito
Hi, How did you manage to increase the tank capacity? Thank you Rating : 5/5
Suzuki 1400 intruder 1998
French Chris le byker Model 1997
Hi, I have a problem with the indicators and the frame between the two handlebar lugs. The indicators no longer light up, even in neutral, I think it's a fuse but I don't know where to find it
Thanks
Rating : 5/5
French jojojo Model 1996
Model 1996.....MOTO AVEC BEAUCOUP DE PEP'S AUTONOMIE 13 L c'est peu, mais avec 2 jerricans on peut tracer sa route..
Inexpensive maintenance
Extremely satisfying, despite limited braking, powerful acceleration
Very pleasant custom.
Rating : 5/5
French Fredo Model 1991
Very good bike with a really nice look, I have one and am happy with it Rating : 5/5
bientot
French SCHADOO Model 1998
bonjour a tous la j\'espere bientot avoir mon vs 1400 intruder de 98 qui peut me dire les et les moins j'en est essayer une y a du couple et on a l'aire bien dessus quel son c\'est faiblesse merci a tous Rating : 3/5
Consommation
French Michel Model 1998
BSR, who has a model 98? how much does it consume? thanks as it has a 5-speed gearbox Rating : 1/5
French Tétranol Model 1993
Hello to all on my previous description I omitted to say that of origin the comfort is not terrible I made remake the saddles demon purchase in 93 and also I changed at once the shock absorbers it is necessary well to announce it are not worth a nail of origin I put Fournales with gas as for braking, the original pads aren't effective, so since the beginning I've had them redone by a specialist who fills the pads and clutches. You can ask for very effective components Rating : 5/5
French Tétranol62 Model 1988
Hello everyone I own a 1400 Intruder from 1993 it's an incredible model l\'a quality of design and really very neat in every way super robust and puncture proof j\'ai presque fait deux fois la tour du compteur the only weak point but I want to mention it c\'est the overheating i had to replace them twice because they had melted. I don't know if I'm the only one to have had this problem, but if you've had the same model for many years, please let me know if you've had the same problem Rating : 5/5
Suzuki 1400 Intruder qui mange de la batterie
French Patrice Model 1988
Hello, it's been several years that I
But this is my third battery in a year
my third battery in 1 year. The last one lasted 3 weeks. Can anyone help me, thank you.
Rating : 3/5
French flip
Have alternator and regulator checked, ask question after presentation on iocf forum 1400
have a nice day
Rating : 3/5
French Tétranol62
Bonsoir j\'ai un 14100 intruder depuis 93 ans générale les batterie tienne 5 6 ans mais il était père à TIFF de mettre des batteries d\'origine qui plus est elles sont un peu moins cher que les génériques curieusement je l\'ai souvent constaté à savoir si vous utilisez des batterie préconisé par le constructeur Rating : 5/5
French akachik
mal fixer j'ai eu le blem Rating : 5/5
French minou Model 1987
87-88 model very sober and easy to drive
very good chassis for custom use
Rating : 4/5
pression des pneus pour Suzuki 1400 Intruder
French gege Model 1990
hello what is the pressure of the peneus av and arr please Rating : 4/5
French loup1380
2.5 front
2.9 rear
Rating : 5/5
French mik
2.0 av
2.0 ar 2.3 duo
Rating : 5/5
clignotants
French gege Model 1997
how to change turn signal reminder bulbs in small dashboard ???? Rating : 5/5
vs 1400
French j marc Model 1994
bofffff very heavy bike no power but a nice lok Rating : 1/5
suzuki intruder 1400 de 1992
French albizia Model 1992
very good bike, gives me complete satisfaction Rating : 5/5
petit probleme
French minou Model 1987
problem with the starter relay i can't find used parts can you help me? Rating : 5/5
moteur
French gerard Model 1997
how can i make this engine idle without opening it and when the engine idles it stops i have turned up the idle vice and from time to time it stops again i have turned the idle vice back to the start position any answer please thank you Rating : 3/5
French lakota Model 1993
following a fuel problem with my softail heritage HD I acquired a 1400 intruder, a little less comfortable but a real pleasure to ride with this custom which is my 9th bike in 42 years beautiful mechanics in the process of being painted personally Rating : 5/5
French Schadoo
Bjr you can show when finished please Rating : 3/5
certificat
French pate Model 1989
how to get a certificate of conformity she comes from Belgium thank you for giving me an answer cordially Rating : 5/5
selle
French pate Model 1989
how to remove the rider's saddle thank you for giving me an answer cordially Rating : 4/5
Effet du stage 1 sur Suzuki 1400 Intruder ?
Bjr a tous j'aurai voulu savoir si quelqu'un peut me dire si le kit dyno jet stage 1, change beaucoup ou pas sachant que c'est un kit carburation et filtre k n. Thank you Rating : 5/5
titine ne veut pas démarrer
French luca45 Model 1987
My '92 VS 1400 won't start after 3 months in storage....... Rating : 5/5
revue technique
French juju Model 1987
i've just bought one, a dream that's finally come true, because in 1987 I was 16, that and the girls, my nights were full; and many years later I bought the beast second-hand and set about repainting it with my youngest son, a business and a family adventure is about to get under way; see you later....... Rating : 5/5
French jojo74
hello

i love this bike too...I'm looking for a used one, not too ugly and well maintained...
Rating : 5/5
French L\'Intru d\'air
Who's looking for one?
I have a duplicate.
0665224201
Rating : 3/5
à la recherche d'une revue technique
French rock'n'bike Model 1996
Hello, my father bought a 1996 model 1400 intruder, but it's impossible to find a technical review, so if you have any information to help me, it's most welcome.

thank you in advance :)
Rating : 4/5
French manu
Très bonne moto ma 54 éme j\'ai 53ans. I have the Suzuki workshop manuals. If you need more information, I can send you photos by MMS.ðŸ'✌ Rating : 4/5
pedalier shifter
French Gerry Model 1997
bonjour je vien de faire l\'aquisition de cette intruder elle est maniable confortable et a beacoup de torque la seule chose c\'est le shifter de vitesse un peu trop long et un peu trop bas ce (change t\'il) ou si juste l\'ajustement a part cela elle me convient tres bien merci Rating : 4/5
French lakota605 Model 1998
super c\'est ma 9ieme moto en 43 ans et j\'accumule'le plaisir de la route en roulant avec cette moto un moins le réservoir trop petit et la consommation je vais essayer un reservoir d\'une vingtaine de liters et changer ces pots d\'échapements
Rating : 5/5
Doc entretien et technique
French titi86 Model 1988
Hello,
i've just bought a 1991 model
Super bike, before I had a 1100 virago (broken cardan shaft)
The Mach pots make a lot of noise, I wonder if the gendarmerie will appreciate it and how much it might cost me?
I can't find any maintenance or technical documentation in French

Would you have any information, links or anything else?

Merci beaucoup
Rating : 5/5
French popeye Model 1988
This machine is a marvel of old-fashioned mechanics, with mediocre braking. Otherwise a trouble-free bike, if maintenance is carried out in good time... Beautiful custom, with real chrome, and always a real eye-catcher. Rating : 4/5
panne
French lakota605 bicke Model 1987
hé oui comme toute moto il y anes qui m\'embete battery très bonne mais refuse de démarrer capricieuse la bete bon je vais jouer au docteur et osculter ce bétail a part ça quel pied sur la route superbe cette moto Rating : 5/5
custom sans problème
French marco Model 1987
my '94 model has 96,000km and I've only changed spark plugs and oil changes on the engine; on the rest: clutch hoses and fuel lines very recently, as well as the steering bearings. Rating : 4/5
French phil15 Model 1987
super moto owned 8 years nothing to complain about Rating : 5/5
French Joan Model 1987
Super peut etre demodee mais transformee custom ...formidable!!!!!!! Rating : 5/5
Calage de distribution
French Pilou Boukhatem Model 2001
Hi I have an intruder vs 1400 I would like to know how to set the timing chains are there marks? Thanks Rating : 5/5
French popeye
detonation in the pots on deceleration and brief engine cutouts.vs 1400cc from 1988.

Rating : 3/5
French gvehm
hi popeye, for the rattling pots: check that there are no leaks on the pots and check that the battery terminals are tight. if not, you can contact me at any time for other solutions. Rating : 5/5
French popeye
Thanks for the advice, having driven the bike to an acquaintance, changed the spark plugs, cleaned the carburettors, adjusted the settings, and since then there has been a detonation from time to time, no longer systematic as before.
Hi and thanks for your advice.
Rating : 4/5
French lakota 605 Model 1987
not easy to get a sissy bar size to put in the back plus a luggage rack because I ride permanently with this bike and I am satisfied less flexible than the softail hetitage harley but we make do Rating : 5/5
French Model 1999
super site peut peutre un juste en informations thecniques merci a vous Rating : 5/5
French DOCK Model 1987
beautiful machine Rating : 5/5
très bonne moto
French pierelec Model 1988
a few shortcomings, battery accessibility, fork angle... But nice nonetheless; Rating : 4/5
revue technique en français suzuki 1400 intruder de 87
French rad16 Model 1987
Good evening,
I'm new here and may have missed what interests me today...could someone tell me where to find a RTM for my intruder ( I'm starting to despair...) and in French. I have a big problem with my wiring harness and I can't get out of it!!!! Help !!!
Rating : 3/5
PORTE FUSIBLE ?
French dany35 Model 1998
hi bikers i'm looking for the fuse holder on intruder 1400? Rating : 4/5
Changer le réservoir de l'intruder
French vs1400 Model 1987
allo j'ai vu il y a quelques année un type qui a placée un réservoir harley dessus sa 1400 , j'en ai aussi une depuis 10 ans je ne veux pas la changer ,car tres bien et custom-myser , mes y a t il des gens qui peuve m'aider a changer ce réservoir car pour mes voyage de groupe ses pas tres commode Rating : 3/5
French CHEYENNE 72 Model 1987
salut a tous
i discovered the 1400 intruder 1 year ago it's a marvel i own a 1400 from 91 gearbox 5 with many modifications and a 1400 from 87 gearbox 4 equipped with a gsxr fork they are 2 bikes almost identical yet so different to ride
in short, all this to say that it's all good fun!
see you on the road
Rating : 5/5
French spider Model 1987
a friend of mine has had problems with his topping line,it was cobra pots.he would like to put harley model dyna street bob pots on his 1400 intuder.is it compatible? Rating : 3/5
French Dany13 Model 1987
superb bekane with a few small flaws, but nobody's perfect...I own two of them and it's a pleasure!!!!
for intruder lovers and others, there is an IOCF club and a dedicated website WWW.INTRUDER.FR
bonne balade au commende de vos békane
dany13
Rating : 5/5
French chris 38 Model 1987
after a few modifications (advanced cmd handlebars and modified butt), a pure marvel. I've had this big bike for a year now, and every time I set off, it's always the same pleasure Rating : 5/5
French zven Model 1987
happy new owner of a black 1997 1400 intruder (10 years old) with beringer front brake (yes!), straight handlebars and slash pots... Like new condition!
super torque, beautiful engine hum (a beating heart, not a drill noise!)
A bike that's not a Harley look-alike and has its own style (unlike the Jap productions that followed...)

It's a dream come true.

Only complaints: the rear suspension and perhaps the range, but it's a custom. My previous bike, the Honda CX500c, was no better in terms of range

Rating : 5/5
French guynou Model 1987
it's true that the front braking isn't great, but she's a pleasure to ride, well equipped, and she's been on the road a long time. The crombs don't hold after 5 or 6 years, but she's beautiful. I'll sell her if you're interested after 33 years of riding. a+ Rating : 5/5
French dick Model 1987
Hi
I've owned a 1400 since 1999, year 88, 4 speed gearbox. completely customized, it's true that I have a hard time parting with it and for only two things its impressive torque, at least for me since it's equipped with a dynojet kit, KN + stainless steel pots completely free. i won't let you imagine the decibels, and the 2nd thing for its look. let's not talk about road holding, nor braking it's a disaster compared to what's done today.
Rating : 5/5
French DéDé Model 1987
The 1400 is a fine machine, but there's no technical review, although there is a workshop manual Rating : 5/5
French tartinou Model 1987
When I was a kid, I dreamed of the 1400 intruder. Today, the dream is in the garage :) its braking is really too light but Beringer makes a nice double piston caliper in adaptable , if not to find docs on it :( hello , it is however a simple bike to tinker with and that will give great sensations to its owner . Rating : 5/5
French gaston4050 Model 1987
i've had one for 15 days and it's been a blast, lots of torque, braking a bit tight at the front you have to anticipate, low range, in short 2 faults that are quickly forgotten as it's a great custom bike that's fun to ride. Rating : 5/5
the 1400 intruder is above all a heart as big as this and super strong. mine, i put a straight handlebar for the look, i just have to find a big tank (not too expensive...) and that the handlebar doesn't touch. the perfect bike... by the way is there a club for intruders? See you and enjoy the ride...cool on the gas... Rating : 5/5
French pif-rider' Model 1987
salut tout le monde,moi j'ai un 1400 aussi hyper customisee et je psuis le plus heureux c'est vrai que le 1340 harley me fait rever mais les trois quarts des harley ne ressemble a rien (avis personnel) vive l'intruder et bonne route a tous....au fait j'ai mon beauf qui en vendre un
in great condition (information by e-mail)
Rating : 5/5
French rick Model 1987
i've had one for 10 years, an attractive beaker with a hell of a torque. two criticisms: the front brakes are light and the chrome is not of good quality. Rating : 5/5
French goldfinger Model 1987
Hello,
i've been fitting one for three days, it's a terrible bike, it's a 1994 with 19000km on it,
but I don't have the technical document, could you please help me?
Otherwise, this bike has a lot of power to spare, it's perfect for a ride, for the moment, nothing but happiness..
Grand V to all!
Rating : 5/5
French pep intrud Model 1987
a jewel i own one since 1996 i bought it new. i did 5000 km on vacation a dream i changed the front brake disc footrest stile 1500 nothing to envy to harleys
about position you just have to find the right handlebars

best regards
Rating : 5/5
French Dr.Jack Model 1987
Hi connoisseur, I own a 1993 vs 1400 with 4 speeds. With my trailer, I have had and still have wonderful trips thanks to this most reliable machine. Rating : 5/5
French vian's47 Model 1987
i've had this bike for five years and i've been very happy with it, fabulous engine torque, especially as at the time i'd made myself a trailer with a hitch and so i towed it all to go on holiday .... great!
only downside ... the poor-quality chromes. I bought it new and after five years the chromes were starting to prickle.... too bad! the sickness of this bike....
Rating : 5/5
French pgclems Model 1987
i find it very beautiful ..and even better than the 1500 that was supposed to repalce it Rating : 5/5
French thevert Model 1987
i've been dreaming about it for years, and I came across a very sober little customized jewel (right-hand pots, flat handlebars, small "sic" tank, small rear footstool)
in these cases, the range drops to 150km! but hey, it's great! I'm looking for a good mechanic in the Gironde region. thanks for letting me know. see you on the road!
Rating : 5/5
Despite a few shortcomings (braking and autonomy), I wouldn't change it for the world
Rating : 5/5
French Juliano Model 1987
The bike's a blast. Rating : 5/5
French Organza Model 1987
We're super happy. We just found a nice one for $6,000 with saddlebags, footrests and 1,400 miles from November 2003. Frankly, we spent the afternoon riding it, and it's a pleasure. Rating : 5/5
French aigle334 Model 1987
i've got the same one in 800...and I'm looking for one in 1400! if anyone knows of any in SUPER condition, I'd love to hear from you...Best regards Rating : 5/5
French ricard Model 1987
less than 200 km range, a bit heavy in town (paris) but it's my dream bike. P.S. anyone know of a cheap way to change or modify the tank? Rating : 5/5
French biker57 Model 1987
Hi everyone. This is a very good bike. The engine is torquey, the gearbox a bit hard, especially in 1st gear. On the other hand, the riding position is a bit special: the handlebars and the footrests. Only one fault: the brakes are light. Rating : 5/5
French corinne Model 1987
a little marvel!!!!!!!!!!!an engine of thunder, which even with small and big boo-boos hums and takes you wherever you want superb bike Rating : 5/5
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