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The arrival of the first 750cc [[Yamaha]] and [[Suzuki]] four-strokes in 1976 marked a historical turning point. The former attempted to break new ground technically with a three cylinder shaft-drive machine, while Suzuki followed the classic route of a transverse four-cylinder layout. | |||
==Errors of Judgment== | |||
Suzuki had previously made two costly errors of judgment. The first had been the highly original [[Suzuki GT750|GT 750 three-cylinder two-stroke]], which lacked sportiness and didn't conform to the antipollution laws, and the second was the [[Suzuki RE5|rotary-engined RE5]]. This time the marque was taking no risks, and satisfied itself by producing the best possible interpretation of a well-proven theme. Its sensible styling was inspired by the [[Honda CB750F]], while the twin overhead-camshaft engine was comparable with the [[Kawasaki]] power unit. | |||
==The Best-Balanced Bike== | |||
It took some time for the GS750 to make a serious impression on the market. It quickly revealed itself as the best-balanced machine in its category. It led the way in all aspects. The road-holding was exemplary, it was marginally faster than any of its rivals, and its reliability was outstanding. Included in its comprehensive equipment was a digital display on the instrument panel that showed which gear it was in! In 1978 was joined by a big sister, the [[Suzuki GS1000|GS1000]]. | |||
==1977 GS750B== | ==1977 GS750B== | ||
[[Image:1977-Suzuki-GS750B.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Suzuki GS750B]]<br style="clear: left"/> | [[Image:1977-Suzuki-GS750B.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Suzuki GS750B]]<br style="clear: left"/> | ||