Suzuki GP125: history, specs, pictures
The Suzuki GP125 was a single cylinder, two-stroke Classic motorcycle produced by Suzuki between 1978 and 1981. It could reach a top speed of 73 mph (117 km/h). Max torque was 8.85 ft/lbs (12.0 Nm) @ 7500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 9.39 HP (7.0 KW) @ 8000 RPM.
'Suzuki GP125' | |
Manufacturer | [[Suzuki]] |
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Also called | GP 125 |
Production | 1978 - 1981 |
Class | [[:Category:Classic motorcycles|Classic]] [[Category:Classic motorcycles]] |
Engine | single cylinder, two-stroke |
Bore / Stroke | 56.0mm x 50.0mm |
Compression ratio | 6.8:1 |
Top Speed | 73 mph (117 km/h) |
Horsepower | 9.39 HP (7.0 KW) @ 8000RPM |
Torque | 8.85 ft/lbs (12.0 Nm) @ 7500RPM |
Fuel System | Carburetor |
Transmission | Gear box: 6-speed Final Drive: chain |
Suspension | Front: Telescopic, Oil Dampened Rear: Swinging Arm, Oil Dampened |
Brakes | Front: single disc Rear: expanding brake |
Front Tire | 2.75-18 |
Rear Tire | 3.00-18 |
Wheelbase | 48.58 inches (1234 mm) |
Length | 74.61 inches (1895 mm) |
Width | 29.49 inches (749 mm) |
Weight | 103.0 kg (wet) |
Fuel Capacity | 2.64 Gallon (10.00 Liters) |
Manuals | Service Manual |
Engine
The engine was a air cooled single cylinder, two-stroke. A 56.0mm bore x 50.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 123.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a rotary valves.
Drive
The bike has a 6-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-plate.
Chassis
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, Oil Dampened while the rear was equipped with a Swinging Arm, Oil Dampened. The GP125 was fitted with a 2.64 Gallon (10.00 Liters) fuel tank. The wheelbase was 48.58 inches (1234 mm) long.
1978 - 1981 Suzuki GP 125
This bike its a low cost, economy version of the GT 125/RG 125 single two-stroke. The model name GP was apparently adopted from racing world, the GP 125 shared the bore and stroke dimensions with the 1976/1977 Suzuki RG 500 works racer.