Yoshimura
YOSHIMURA CAMSHAFT ST-L2 fits GSX1100S KATANA
Performance engineering for the legendary air-cooled Katana.
The Yoshimura ST-L2 Camshaft is a lightweight high-performance camshaft developed specifically for the GSX1100S Katana, combining increased engine response, reduced rotating mass, and improved durability for serious air-cooled Suzuki builds.
Designed around Yoshimura’s philosophy of “more power with less weight.”
🔧 PRODUCT DETAILS
Brand: Yoshimura
Type: ST-L2 Camshaft
Specifications:
✔️ Max Lift: IN 9.50mm / EX 9.50mm
✔️ 1mm Duration: IN 257° / EX 257°
✔️ Standard Tappet Clearance:
• IN 0.15–0.18mm
• EX 0.15–0.20mm
Required Parts:
✔️ Valve Spring Kit
✔️ Advanced large-diameter hollow cam construction
✔️ Approx. 20% weight reduction (around 600g per pair)
✔️ Reduced gyroscopic effect
✔️ Improved throttle response
✔️ Barrel polished surface treatment
✔️ Reduced friction loss
✔️ Enhanced durability and wear resistance
🔥 WHY UPGRADE?
Yoshimura engineered the ST-L2 camshaft to improve engine response while reducing rotating mass inside the valvetrain.
Benefits include:
✔️ Faster throttle response
✔️ Improved high-RPM performance
✔️ Reduced engine rotational resistance
✔️ Increased durability under hard use
✔️ Ideal for tuned air-cooled Suzuki engines
The lightweight hollow construction significantly reduces camshaft weight without sacrificing strength.
🏍️ FITMENT
SUZUKI GSX1100S Katana
⚠️ Not compatible with GS110X models
Valve guide modification required.
(Always confirm compatibility before purchase)
⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTES
Valve spring kit required for installation
Valve guide modification required
Image shown may display ST-L1 version
Camshaft specifications are based on design values and may vary slightly between production batches
Instruction manual, if included, will be in Japanese
⚔️ FINAL WORD
LIGHTWEIGHT • RESPONSE • PERFORMANCE
Classic Yoshimura engineering for one of Suzuki’s most iconic machines.
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