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History
The 1980 Suzuki GS 450 is a 448cc engine street racer bike that was first created by the Japanese manufacturer Suzuki in direct competition with Honda's CM series. It was put into production after its predecessor, the GS 400, which was manufactured from 1976-1981, and discontinued when its successor, the GS 500, entered production from 1979-2009. The GS 450 is considered a café racer, a relatively small bike that can be extensively modified to suit a rider's taste.

Specifications
The specifications of the bike include an 81.9 inch long, 19.5 inch wide frame, with a 31 inch seat height and 54.5 inch wheel base. Without fluids the bike weighs 385 pounds. At a top speed of 100 miles per hour, this vehicle can take the rider where they need to go efficiently and fast with its quick start up because of the electric ignition, and no kick start at around 55 MPG. the bike carries up to 450 pounds.

Value
The value of the 1980 model ranges from $400 to $1000, depending on the bike's condition and modifications.

Design
The 1980 GS model has a mix of German, Japanese and Italian sport bike styling which is simply dubbed "Eurostyle." Cycleworld notes that "the 450's suspension is not as efficient as the handling of the bike, yet this bike boasts one of the most soft supple rides of all small engine street bikes that no other bike with the same displacement can match." Because of the low handlebar placement and slightly rear-set foot pegs, the rider is put into a racer position which when cornering.

Criticism
In cold weather, this bike takes at least five minutes to warm up. It is also not ideally suited for two-person riding because of the small seat positioning, although due to its versatility it could easily be modified to be more friendly to multiple riders.