Are there any problems with the Suzuki T500?
Certainly, the racing world thought so: Suzukis were now in the thick of 500cc competition, and even a four-stroke 650 had serious trouble when pitted against a Suzuki 500. Still, Suzuki had problems. One of the biggest was buyer perception, which associated two-strokes with high rpm and high maintenance. This one was different, though.
Is the Suzuki TR500 a road race bike?
As genuine production TR500 road-race machines were based on the original Suzuki 500 road bike the factory racing engine parts and frames are readily adaptable to the needs of the post-classic racing enthusiast. The only catch is finding original racing parts after the speedway boys have finished with them.
Is it safe to race a T500 with 4 strokes?
Four strokes are not safe either, eligible CB750’s in good condition are becoming harder to find as are CB450’s, CB77’s, CB72’s etc. There are still some bargains around though if you are willing to look.
Can a Suzuki 500 twin be used in road racing?
The Suzuki 500 twin in its various guises as a Cobra, Titan or GT500 serves as a useful basis for the construction of a very competitive post classic road racing machine. The classic and post-classic racing scene has developed a degree of popularity that is becoming the envy of mainstream motorcycle road racing.
What’s the problem with my Suzuki T500 bike?
The T500 has been re-bored 1.00mm & fitted with after market pistons from cruisenimage in Japan. Also fitted Powerdynamo & rebuilt crankshaft. I had the bike running perfect before re-bore & now have a major problem with bad pinging in left cylinder. Carbs are good, fuel **** good, timing spot on. It is driving me nuts. Anyone have any suggestions.
As genuine production TR500 road-race machines were based on the original Suzuki 500 road bike the factory racing engine parts and frames are readily adaptable to the needs of the post-classic racing enthusiast. The only catch is finding original racing parts after the speedway boys have finished with them.
Four strokes are not safe either, eligible CB750’s in good condition are becoming harder to find as are CB450’s, CB77’s, CB72’s etc. There are still some bargains around though if you are willing to look.
Which is better a Suzuki T500 or a Honda 750?
This followed a disastrous road test and comparison conducted by a major magazine, in which the T500’s engine froze after numerous drag strip runs. Suzuki constantly found the T500 being judged against the Honda 750. Overall, it was competitive with the 750.