Suzuki TS185 model history
1971-2015

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Suzuki TS185, launched in May 1971, was an intermediate model of the Hustler series were developed for users who are not satisfied with the TS125. The 185 cc two-stroke single-cylinder engine mounted on a light and strong semi-double cradle type pipe frame produced a maximum output of 18 ps. It also ensured durability at low and medium speeds. The TS185 got PEI electronic ignition system and aluminum cylinder with high heat dissipation like the TS250. The new Suzuki 185 cc bike, made for both road and off-road use, was called TS185 Sierra in USA and Hustler 185 in Japan.

1971Suzuki year code: R



1971 Suzuki TS185 Hustler

1971 Suzuki TS 185 Hustler Overall Length: 2 010 mm (79.1 in) Overall Width: 845 mm (33.3 in) Overall Height: 1 100 mm (43.3 in) Wheelbase: 1 335 mm (52.6 in) Ground Clearance: 240 mm (9.45 in) Dry Weight: 102 kg (224 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 183 cc 2-stroke. 18 hp (13.2 kW) @ 7 000 rpm, 18.6 Nm (1.9 kg-m) @ 6 500 rpm. 120 km/h Click on the image for larger format.

1972 Suzuki year code: J

1972 Suzuki TS 185 Sierra Overall Length: 2 035 mm (80.1 in) Overall Width: 840 mm (33.0 in) Overall Height: 1,135 mm (44.7 in) Wheelbase: 1,340mm (52.8 in) Ground Clearance: 246 mm (9.7 in) Dry Weight: 99 kg (218 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 183 cc 1-cylinder 2-stroke. 17.5 hp (12.9 kW) @ 7 000 rpm, 18.3 Nm (13.5 ft-lb) @ 6 000 rpm. 70-75 mph Click on the image for larger format.

1973 Suzuki year code: K

1973 Suzuki TS 185 Sierra Overall Length: 2,010 mm (79.1 in) Overall Width: 770 mm (33.3 in) Overall Height: 1 125 mm (44.3 in) Wheelbase: 1 335 mm (52.6 in) Ground Clearance: 239 mm (9.4 in) Dry Weight: 99 kg (218 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 183 cc 1-cylinder 2-stroke. 17.5 hp (12.9 kW) @ 7 000 rpm, 18.3 Nm (13.5 ft-lb) @ 6 000 rpm. 70-75 mph Click on the image for larger format.

1974 Suzuki year code: L

1974 Suzuki TS 185 Sierra Overall Length: 2 035 mm (80.1 in) Overall Width: 770 mm (33.3 in) Overall Height: 1 125 mm (44.3 in) Wheelbase: 1 335 mm (52.6 in) Ground Clearance: 239 mm (9.4 in) Dry Weight: 99 kg (218 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 183 cc 1-cylinder 2-stroke. 17 hp (12.5 kW) @ 7 000 rpm, 16.6 Nm (13.0 ft-lb) @ 6 000 rpm Click on the image for larger format.

1975 Suzuki year code: M

1975 Suzuki TS 185 Overall Length: 2 035 mm (80.1 in) Overall Width: 770 mm (33.3 in) Overall Height: 1 125 mm (44.3 in) Wheelbase: 1 335 mm (52.6 in) Ground Clearance: 239 mm (9.4 in) Dry Weight: 99 kg (218 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 183 cc 1-cylinder 2-stroke. 17 hp (12.5 kW) @ 7 000 rpm, 16.6 Nm (13.0 ft-lb) @ 6 000 rpm Click on the image for larger format.

1976 Suzuki year code: A

1976 Suzuki TS 185 Overall Length: 2 035 mm (80.1 in) Overall Width: 845 mm (33.3 in) Overall Height: 1 125 mm (44.3 in) Wheelbase: 1 335 mm (52.6 in) Ground Clearance: 240 mm (9.4 in) Dry Weight: 99 kg (218 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 183 cc 1-cylinder 2-stroke. 18.5 hp (13.6 kW) @ 7 000 rpm, 18.6 Nm (1.90 kg-m) @ 6 500 rpm Click on the image for larger format.

1977 Suzuki year code: B

1977 Suzuki TS 185 Overall Length: 2 050 mm (80.7 in) Overall Width: 835 mm (32.9 in) Overall Height: 1 090 mm (42.9 in) Ground Clearance: 231 mm (9.1 in) Dry Weight: 98 kg (216 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 183 cc 1-cylinder 2-stroke Click on the image for larger format.

1979 Suzuki year code: N

1979 Suzuki TS 185 Overall Length: 2 145 mm (84.4 in) Overall Width: 835 mm (32.9 in) Overall Height: 1 100 mm (43.3 in) Ground Clearance: 240 mm (9.4 in) Dry Weight: 98 kg (216 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 183 cc 1-cylinder 2-stroke, reed valve, 17 hp (12.5 kW) @ 6 500 rpm, 19 Nm (1.93 kg-m) @ 6 000 rpm Click on the image for larger format.

1991 Suzuki year code: M

1991 Suzuki TS 185 ER Overall Length: 2 160 mm (85.0 in) Overall Width: 835 mm (32.9 in) Overall Height: 1 125 mm (44.3 in) Wheelbase: 1 375 mm (54.1 in) Ground Clearance: 255 mm (10.0 in) Seat Height: 825 mm (32.5 in) Dry Weight: 102 kg (225 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 183 cc 1-cylinder 2-stroke, 17 hp (12.5 kW) @ 5 500 rpm, 21 Nm (2.14 kg-m) @ 5 000 rpm Click on the image for larger format.

2005 Suzuki year code: K5


2005 Suzuki TS185ER, Candy Grand Blue (YC2)

2005 Suzuki TS 185 ER Overall Length: 2 160 mm (85.0 in) Overall Width: 860 mm (33.9 in) Overall Height: 1 125 mm (44.3 in) Wheelbase: 1 375 mm (54.1 in) Ground Clearance: 255 mm (10.0 in) Seat Height: 835 mm (32.9 in) Dry Weight: 102 kg (225 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 183 cc 1-cylinder 2-stroke Click on the image for larger format.

2015 Suzuki year code: L5


2015 Suzuki TS185ER, Solid Special White No.2 (30H)

2015 Suzuki TS 185 ER Overall Length: 2 160 mm (85.0 in) Overall Width: 860 mm (33.9 in) Overall Height: 1 125 mm (44.3 in) Wheelbase: 1 375 mm (54.1 in) Ground Clearance: 255 mm (10.0 in) Seat Height: 835 mm (32.9 in) Dry Weight: 102 kg (225 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 183 cc 1-cylinder 2-stroke. 18 hp (13.2 kW) @ 7 000 rpm, 18.6 Nm (1.9 kg-m) @ 6 500 rpm Here's even larger picture.

2015 Suzuki TS 185 ER Overall Length: 2 160 mm (85.0 in) Overall Width: 860 mm (33.9 in) Overall Height: 1 125 mm (44.3 in) Wheelbase: 1 375 mm (54.1 in) Ground Clearance: 255 mm (10.0 in) Seat Height: 835 mm (32.9 in) Dry Weight: 102 kg (225 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 183 cc 1-cylinder 2-stroke. 18 hp (13.2 kW) @ 7 000 rpm, 18.6 Nm (1.9 kg-m) @ 6 500 rpm Here's even larger picture.

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