What kind of engine does a Suzuki GS750 have?
As a result, the 1976 Suzuki GS750 closely followed the established UJM formula, Motorcycle Classics reports. So closely, in fact, that Suzuki was accused of copying Kawasaki’s homework, especially in regards to its inline-4 engine’s design.
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.
When did the Suzuki GS750 win the Daytona Superbike?
This was the classic design that would not only win the 1978 Daytona Superbike race and then the Suzuka 8-hour, but then take two AMA Superbike Championships (1979-80) and become the durable basis for NHRA’s Pro Stock Motorcycle drag racing class.
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.
As a result, the 1976 Suzuki GS750 closely followed the established UJM formula, Motorcycle Classics reports. So closely, in fact, that Suzuki was accused of copying Kawasaki’s homework, especially in regards to its inline-4 engine’s design.
When did the Suzuki GS1000 come out in Japan?
1978 Suzuki GS1000. The Suzuki GS1000 traces its history back to 1976 when Suzuki launched its GS line of 4-cylinder, 4-stroke bikes. These classic Suzuki motorcycles have often been hailed as the first Japanese motorcycles that actually handled well. Tom Murphy was introduced to a GS on the back roads of Japan and he’s never owned anything but.
This was the classic design that would not only win the 1978 Daytona Superbike race and then the Suzuka 8-hour, but then take two AMA Superbike Championships (1979-80) and become the durable basis for NHRA’s Pro Stock Motorcycle drag racing class.
Is the Suzuki GS1000 lighter than the 750?
The 1000’s engine, at 199.5-lb, was ten pounds lighter than the previous year’s 750 engine. Was this for the same reason that a Ruger .45 six-gun is noticeably lighter than their .22? (bigger holes in barrel and cylinder). No, it came from refinement based on experience. Moving forward.