Difference between revisions of "Suzuki GT185"
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The '''[[Suzuki]] GT185''' was an inline twin, two-stroke [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Suzuki]] between 1973 and 1978. It could reach a top speed of 78 mph (126 km/h). Max [[torque]] was 15.2 ft/lbs (21.0 Nm) @ 6000 RPM.<ref name=":0">https://www.oldjapanesebikes.com/mraxl_GT_Resource/manuals/gt185man/index.php (see Specifications -> Engine) orig. document by Suzuki Motor Co, LTD Export Service Department</ref> Claimed [[horsepower]] was 21 HP (15.6 KW) @ 7500 RPM.<ref name=":0" /> | The '''[[Suzuki]] GT185''' was an inline twin, two-stroke [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Suzuki]] between 1973 and 1978 and also known as the Adventurer. It could reach a top speed of 78 mph (126 km/h). Max [[torque]] was 15.2 ft/lbs (21.0 Nm) @ 6000 RPM.<ref name=":0">https://www.oldjapanesebikes.com/mraxl_GT_Resource/manuals/gt185man/index.php (see Specifications -> Engine) orig. document by Suzuki Motor Co, LTD Export Service Department</ref> Claimed [[horsepower]] was 21 HP (15.6 KW) @ 7500 RPM.<ref name=":0" /> | ||
==Engine== | ==Engine== | ||
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It came with a 2.75-18 front [[tire]] and a 3.00-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a expanding [[brake]] in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a Twin shocks. The GT185 was fitted with a 2.64 Gallon (10.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 283.07 pounds (128.4 Kg). The wheelbase was 50.79 inches (1290 mm) long. | It came with a 2.75-18 front [[tire]] and a 3.00-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a expanding [[brake]] in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a Twin shocks. The GT185 was fitted with a 2.64 Gallon (10.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 283.07 pounds (128.4 Kg). The wheelbase was 50.79 inches (1290 mm) long. | ||
==1973 GT185K== | |||
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File:1974-Suzuki-GT185-Blue-0.jpg|left|thumb|1973 Suzuki GT185 in Blue | |||
File:1974-Suzuki-GT185-Blue-1.jpg|left|thumb|1973 Suzuki GT185 in Blue | |||
File:1974-Suzuki-GT185-Blue-2.jpg|left|thumb|1973 Suzuki GT185 in Blue | |||
File:1973-Suzuki-GT185K.jpg|left|thumb|1973 Suzuki GT185K | |||
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*FRAME #: GT185-10001 | *FRAME #: GT185-10001 | ||
*ENGINE #: GT185-10001 | *ENGINE #: GT185-10001 | ||
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* Headlight mounts primary color | * Headlight mounts primary color | ||
==1974 GT185L== | ==1974 GT185L== | ||
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File:1974-Suzuki-GT185-Orange-0.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Suzuki GT185 Adventurer in Orange | |||
File:1974-Suzuki-GT185-Orange-1.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Suzuki GT185 Adventurer in Orange | |||
File:1974-Suzuki-GT185-Orange-2.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Suzuki GT185 Adventurer in Orange | |||
File:1974-Suzuki-GT185-Orange-3.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Suzuki GT185 Adventurer in Orange | |||
File:1974-Suzuki-GT185-Orange-4107-0.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Suzuki GT185 in Orange | |||
File:1974-Suzuki-GT185-Orange-4107-1.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Suzuki GT185 in Orange | |||
File:1974-Suzuki-GT185-Orange-4107-2.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Suzuki GT185 in Orange | |||
File:1974-Suzuki-GT185-Orange-4107-3.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Suzuki GT185 in Orange | |||
File:1974-Suzuki-GT185L.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Suzuki GT185L | |||
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*FRAME #: GT185-19784 | *FRAME #: GT185-19784 | ||
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==1973 - 1978 Suzuki GT 185== | ==1973 - 1978 Suzuki GT 185== | ||
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File:suzuki-gt185-1973-1978-3.jpg|600px|1973 - 1978 Suzuki GT 185 | |||
File:suzuki-gt185-1973-1978-2.jpg|600px|1973 - 1978 Suzuki GT 185 | |||
File:suzuki-gt185-1973-1978-1.jpg|600px|1973 - 1978 Suzuki GT 185 | |||
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Latest revision as of 17:00, 2 May 2022
Suzuki GT185 | |
Manufacturer | |
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Also called | GT 185 |
Production | 1973 - 1977 |
Class | Road |
Successor | Suzuki RG185 |
Engine | twin, two-stroke |
Bore / Stroke | 49.0mm x 49.0mm |
Compression ratio | 7.0:1 |
Top Speed | 78 mph (126 km/h) |
Horsepower | 21 HP (15.6 KW) @ 7500RPM |
Torque | 15.2 ft/lbs (21.0 Nm) @ 6000RPM |
Fuel System | carburetor. mikuni VM20SC |
Ignition | points |
Spark Plug | NGK B7HS '73-77 |
Battery | YUASA 12N11-3A-1 |
Transmission | Gear box: 5-speed Final Drive: chain |
Final Drive | Chain: 520x102 |
Front Sprocket | 14T |
Rear Sprocket | 42T |
Suspension | Front: Telescopic fork Rear: Twin shocks |
Brakes | Front: single disc Rear: expanding brake |
Front Tire | 2.75-18 |
Rear Tire | 3.00-18 |
Wheelbase | 50.79 inches (1290 mm) |
Length | 76.77 inches (1950 mm) |
Width | 30.31 inches (770 mm) |
Height | 41.93 inches (1065 mm) |
Weight | 283.07 pounds (128.4 Kg) (dry), 131.0 kg (wet) |
Recommended Oil | Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40 |
Fuel Capacity | 2.64 Gallon (10.00 Liters) |
Related | Suzuki GT125 |
Manuals | Service Manual |
The Suzuki GT185 was an inline twin, two-stroke motorcycle produced by Suzuki between 1973 and 1978 and also known as the Adventurer. It could reach a top speed of 78 mph (126 km/h). Max torque was 15.2 ft/lbs (21.0 Nm) @ 6000 RPM.[1] Claimed horsepower was 21 HP (15.6 KW) @ 7500 RPM.[1]
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a air cooled twin, two-stroke. A 49.0mm bore x 49.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 185.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a port control.
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 5-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the wet plate.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 2.75-18 front tire and a 3.00-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a expanding brake in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a Twin shocks. The GT185 was fitted with a 2.64 Gallon (10.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 283.07 pounds (128.4 Kg). The wheelbase was 50.79 inches (1290 mm) long.
1973 GT185K[edit | edit source]
- FRAME #: GT185-10001
- ENGINE #: GT185-10001
- ENGINE TYPE: 184cc Two-stroke Twin
- MODEL CODE: 361
- COLOR: Coronado Blue
- Drum front brake
- Headlight mounts primary color
1974 GT185L[edit | edit source]
- FRAME #: GT185-19784
- ENGINE #: GT185-20228
- ENGINE TYPE: 184cc Two-stroke Twin
- MODEL CODE: 363
- COLOR: Tahiti Orange
- Hydraulic front brake
- Chrome headlight mounts
- Chrome rear turn signal mounts
- 2-Stroke
- Oil Injected
- Electric Start
- Street Legal
1975 GT185M[edit | edit source]
- FRAME #: GT185-31693
- ENGINE #: GT185-34971
- ENGINE TYPE: ... 184cc Two-stroke Twin
- MODEL CODE: ... 363
- COLOR: Laredo Red
- Locking seat latch
- Black rear turn signal mounts
1976 GT185A[edit | edit source]
- FRAME #: GT185-45095
- ENGINE #: GT185-53453
- ENGINE TYPE: 184cc Two-stroke Twin
- MODEL CODE: 363
- COLOR: California Orange
- Chrome top shroud on rear shock deleted from previous year
1977 GT185B[edit | edit source]
- FRAME #: GT185-61543
- ENGINE #: GT185-69902
- ENGINE TYPE: 184cc Two-stroke Twin
- MODEL CODE: 363
- COLOR: Red
- Black side covers
- Black headlight mounts
1973 - 1978 Suzuki GT 185[edit | edit source]
Suzuki introduced in 1973 the GT 185. This bike comes equipped with a twin cylinder, Ram Air cooling drum brakes front and rear and a combination electric starter/generator setup. In some markets the GT185 became the RG 185 and was sold with different trim.
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 https://www.oldjapanesebikes.com/mraxl_GT_Resource/manuals/gt185man/index.php (see Specifications -> Engine) orig. document by Suzuki Motor Co, LTD Export Service Department
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