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[[file: Gv1400 mod3.jpg | 550px | center | Suzuki GV1400GC Cavalcade (LXE)]]
The Suzuki GV1400 Cavalcade was introduced in 1985 for the North American and European markets. At the time of its release, it was the most powerful, heavy and luxurious luxury tourer on the market at the time. In terms of value, it was also the leader, surpassing [[Kawasaki_ZG1200_Voyager | Kawasaki ZG1200 Voyager XII]] by $ 2600, [[Honda_GL1200_Gold_Wing | Honda Goldwing 1200 Aspencade]] by $ 2200 and [[Yamaha_XVZ1300 | Yamaha] Venture Roy $ 1900 | The closest in cost was the Harley-Davidson FLTC (Tour Glide Classic), which was only $ 300 cheaper than the Suzuki GV1400 Cavalcade.
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The Suzuki GV1400 Cavalcade is based on a specially developed V-shaped (82 °) 4-cylinder liquid-cooled engine, 1360 cm³, producing 112 hp. power and 123 Nm of torque. The engine is distinguished by the presence of hydraulic valve clearance compensators and a specially shaped combustion chamber (TSCC - Twin Swirl Combustion Chambers).

However, the main feature of the Suzuki GV1400 Cavalcade model is its equipment - the motorcycle had a huge number of comfortable touring options:
* Adjustable steering wheel, seat, footrests and windshield
* Headlight adjustment
* Air suspension
* Pneumatic seat
* Auto turn off turn signals
* Radio and cassette audio system with LCD display
* Electronic cruise control
* Integrated bag system
* Airflow adjustments
* Passenger backrest and headrest

'' The main configurations and versions of the Suzuki GV1400 Cavalcade: ''
* Suzuki GV1400 '''' GT '''Cavalcade - basic version.
* Suzuki GV1400 '' LX '''Cavalcade - basic version + automatic rear air suspension, comfortable passenger seat with backrest, passenger adjustment, air compressor, cruise control, Clarion audio system with radio, cassette player, connectors for CB, intercom and microphones. The modification also has the name - '''Suzuki GV1400GD'''.
* Suzuki GV1400 '''LXE''' Cavalcade - top version. Includes airflow adjustment, audio system control from the driver's and passenger's seats, passenger headrest, pneumatic adjustment of the driver's seat and backrest, arches with additional light. The modification also has the name - '''Suzuki GV1400GC'''

The Suzuki GV1400 Cavalcade was available in the US until 1988 and in Europe until 1991, after which it disappeared from dealerships and was no longer sold. Despite the outstanding characteristics and equipment, the model did not become popular and quickly sunk into oblivion. Suzuki did not develop the luxury touring business, which took up a lot of resources, but did not bring much profit. In addition, Suzuki never managed to get around the [[Honda_GL1200_Gold_Wing | Honda Gold Wing 1200]], which was in much higher demand. Over the entire production period, only 8,500 Suzuki GV1400 Cavalcade motorcycles were produced, most of which (almost 7,000 units) were sold in 1986.

'' The main competitors of the Suzuki GV1400 Cavalcade in the class: ''
* [[Honda_GL1200_Gold_Wing | Honda Gold Wing 1200]] / [[Honda_GL1500_Gold_Wing | Honda Gold Wing 1500]]
* [[Kawasaki_ZG1200_Voyager | Kawasaki ZG1200 Voyager XII]] / [[Kawasaki_ZN1300_Voyager | Kawasaki ZN1300 Voyager]]
* [[Yamaha_XVZ1300D_Venture_Royale | Yamaha Venture Royale 1300]]

== Photos ==
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| [[Image: Suzuki-gv1400-cavalcade-5.jpg | 300px | thumb | Suzuki GV1400 Cavalcade]]
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== Specifications ==
Specifications Suzuki GV1400 Cavalcade:
{| class = "wikitable"
! scope = "row" | Model
| Suzuki GV1400 Cavalcade
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! scope = "row" | Motorcycle type
| luxury tourer
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! scope = "row" | Release year
| 1985-1988
|-
! scope = "row" | Frame
| steel tubular
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! scope = "row" | Engine type
| 4-cylinder, 4-stroke, V-shape 82 °
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! scope = "row" | Working volume
| 1360 cm³
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! scope = "row" | Bore / stroke
| 81.0 x 66.0 mm
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! scope = "row" | Compression ratio
| 9.5: 1
|-
! scope = "row" | Cooling
| liquid
|-
! scope = "row" | Number of valves per cylinder
| DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder (with hydraulic clearance compensators)
|-
! scope = "row" | Fuel supply system
| Carburetor, 4x Mikuni BDS33SS
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! scope = "row" | Ignition type
| transistor
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! scope = "row" | Maximum power
| 112.0 h.p. (82.4 kW) at 7000 rpm
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! scope = "row" | Maximum torque
| 123.0 Nm (12.4 kg * m) at 5500 rpm
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! scope = "row" | Gearbox
| 5-speed
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! scope = "row" | Drive type
| cardan
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! scope = "row" | Front tire size
| 130 / 90-16-67H
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! scope = "row" | Rear tire size
| 150 / 90-15-74H
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! scope = "row" | Front brakes
| 2 discs, 381mm, 2-piston calipers
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! scope = "row" | Rear brakes
| 1 disc, 381 mm, 2-piston caliper
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! scope = "row" | Front suspension
| 41mm KYB Telescopic Fork (Fixed), - 150 mm
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! scope = "row" | Rear suspension
| linkage pneumatic with two shock absorbers and Suzuki "Auto-Leveling" auto-leveling system, stroke - 106 mm
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! scope = "row" | Motorcycle length
| 2530 mm
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! scope = "row" | Motorcycle width
| 935 mm
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! scope = "row" | Motorcycle height
| 1550 mm
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! scope = "row" | Wheelbase
| 1670 mm
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! scope = "row" | Saddle height
| 780 mm
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! scope = "row" | Minimum ground clearance
| 130 mm
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! scope = "row" | Acceleration to 100 km / h
| 4.2 sec
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! scope = "row" | Maximum speed
| 207 km / h
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! scope = "row" | Fuel tank capacity
| 23 l
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! scope = "row" | Motorcycle weight (dry)
| 349 kg - GV1400 LX

355 kg - GV1400 LXE
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|}
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