Is the Suzuki GS750 a good handling motorcycle?
In two years the Suzuki GS750 has gained recognition as a fast, reliable, good-handling machine. Built upon that foundation, the EC, with cast wheels, dual-disc front brakes and a stepped seat, takes its place as yet another factory-modified motorcycle.
How old is the Suzuki GS 750E engine?
Although the engine is only in its second year of production, it behaves like an old sweetheart that’s been around forever.
What to do with a 1978 Suzuki GS550?
The Suzuki GS550 seems to be quite a classic motorcycle in the business. The rock solid engine just keep going longer and harder than even Suzuki even intended. 2.) Front tire balance & alignment (mechanic) 3.) Replace, check and tighten spokes on front rim (mechanic) 4.) Leather recover and refoam seat (professional job)
When did the Suzuki GS series come out?
The first of the GS Series was the four-cylinder GS750 released alongside the GS400 parallel twin in November 1976. (1977 Model Year). The GS750 engine was essentially patterned off the Kawasaki Z1-900, and became the design basis for all air-cooled Suzuki four-stroke fours until the release of the air-oil cooled GSX-R.
When did the Suzuki gs750e engine come out?
The ’79 GS750E was presented in December 1978 and was the last one of the eight-valve 750’s (except for Japan, see further down on this page). The GSX750E with a 16-valve engine, released in January 1980, replaced the GS750E and the model was discontinued in August 1980.
How tall is the front tire on a Suzuki GS750?
The model was sold until 1980 and was discontinued after the presentation of the 16-valve engined GSX750L. Seat height: 793 mm (31.2 in), dry weight: 233 kg (514 lbs), 19-inch front tire, 17-inch rear tire. A nice looking 1979 GS750N, sent by Neil Harding, Middlesbrough, England. Photgraphed in Yorkshire, England.
What was the weight of a 1981 GS750?
See the 1981 GS750GL picture further down on this page. The model was sold until 1980 and was discontinued after the presentation of the 16-valve engined GSX750L. Seat height: 793 mm (31.2 in), dry weight: 233 kg (514 lbs), 19-inch front tire, 17-inch rear tire. A nice looking 1979 GS750N, sent by Neil Harding, Middlesbrough, England.
Which is faster a GS750 or a GSX750?
The GSX750 engine with 65,0 mm bore and 56,4 mm stroke delivered 63—72 hp, depending on the export country. Even the restricted versions (for West-Germany etc.) were powerful enough to give the GS750 a top speed of 200 km/h, making the GS750 faster than any other Japanese motorcycle in 1976.