What was the Suzuki GSX R750 in 1986?
The Suzuki GSX-R 750 1986 offered a new electrically activated front suspension system (NEAS), 310 mm floating front brake discs, steering damper, racing type adjustable clutch-lever, dry clutch, single racing seat, remote rear damper reservoir, amber halogen head lights and more. Suzuki GSX-R750 1986 Specifications.
What kind of engine does a Suzuki GSX-R have?
While the engine used was a DOHC, four valve per cylinder design typical of most contemporary motorcycles, it had unique features that set it apart from other air-cooled designs of the day. The GSX-R used oil to cool parts of the engine otherwise unreachable by air, like the top of the combustion chamber.
What kind of wheels did a 1986 Suzuki GSX-R1100 use?
The use of 1986 GSX-R1100 front forks, wheels and brakes was a given. Because the rear shock was hidden, more latitude was possible for using a more modern part. Using 18” wheels instead of the more common 17” wheel conversion was another non-negotiable feature. The 18” wheels are a major part of the period visual.
When did the Suzuki GSX R400 come out?
They began in 1983 on Suzuki’s domestic market Gamma 250 with the goal of producing a lightweight two-stroke for the streets. The RG250 was the world’s first production alloy framed motorcycle. Building upon the Gamma’s success, Suzuki introduced the four-cylinder, four-stroke, aluminum framed GSX-R400 in 1984 for the Japanese market.
While the engine used was a DOHC, four valve per cylinder design typical of most contemporary motorcycles, it had unique features that set it apart from other air-cooled designs of the day. The GSX-R used oil to cool parts of the engine otherwise unreachable by air, like the top of the combustion chamber.
What kind of bike was a 1986 Suzuki GSX R750?
Follow along as the details and results of the build are revealed. The frame started life as a standard 1986 GSX-R750 unit. Part of the plan was keep the frame stock with only minor modifications as needed for a track bike.
The use of 1986 GSX-R1100 front forks, wheels and brakes was a given. Because the rear shock was hidden, more latitude was possible for using a more modern part. Using 18” wheels instead of the more common 17” wheel conversion was another non-negotiable feature. The 18” wheels are a major part of the period visual.
What kind of paint job does a Suzuki GSX-R750 have?
The paint job emulated the standard Suzuki GSX-R750 LTD scheme on race fairings. One fun addition was the front and rear lights in decal form. The headlight feature was needed to complete the front end styling and provide an end-point for the paint job and the rear light provided some color for the blank white space on the tail.