Suzuki PE 175E: history, specs, pictures
The Suzuki PE 175E was a Two stroke, single cylinder, piston and reed valve Enduro motorcycle produced by Suzuki in 1984. Max torque was 14.01 ft/lbs (19.0 Nm) @ 7500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 24.0 HP (17.9 KW) @ 9500 RPM.
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| Suzuki PE 175E | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Production | 1984 |
| Class | Enduro |
| Engine | Two stroke, single cylinder, piston and reed valve |
| Bore / Stroke | 61.0mm x 61.0mm |
| Compression ratio | 7.9:1 |
| Horsepower | 24.0 HP (17.9 KW) @ 9500RPM |
| Torque | 14.01 ft/lbs (19.0 Nm) @ 7500RPM |
| Fuel System | Mikuni VM34SS carburetor |
| Transmission | Gear box: 6-Speed Final Drive: Chain |
| Suspension | Front: Leading-axle air-assisted fork with 38mm tubes Rear: Gas-charged remote-reservoir mono-shock absorber, adjustable for spring preload and rebound damping |
| Brakes | Front: Drum Rear: Drum |
| Front Tire | 3.00-21 4PR |
| Rear Tire | 4.00-18 4PR |
| Wheelbase | 57.01 inches (1448 mm) |
| Length | 82.72 inches (2101 mm) |
| Width | 34.61 inches (879 mm) |
| Weight | 116.0 kg (wet) |
| Recommended Oil | Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40 |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
EngineEdit
A 61.0mm bore x 61.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 172.0 cubic centimeters.
DriveEdit
The bike has a 6-Speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet, multiplate.
ChassisEdit
It came with a 3.00-21 4PR front tire and a 4.00-18 4PR rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Drum in the front and a Drum in the rear. The front suspension was a Leading-axle air-assisted fork with 38mm tubes while the rear was equipped with a Gas-charged remote-reservoir mono-shock absorber, adjustable for spring preload and rebound damping. The wheelbase was 57.01 inches (1448 mm) long.
1984 Suzuki PE 175EEdit
This year the PE's long suit, consequently, is its handling. In this regard, enduro bikes are penalized less than motocrossers for lagging behind technologically. Though the running gear is unchanged, Suzuki's engineers developed a good package the first time around. The full-cradle frame hooks to a box-section aluminum swing arm and produces straightforward geometry.