Suzuki GT550: history, specs, pictures
The Suzuki GT550 was a in-line three, two-stroke Naked motorcycle produced by Suzuki between 1972 and 1977. It could reach a top speed of 111 mph (178 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 46.94 HP (35.0 KW) @ 7500 RPM. It was also known as the Indy.
Manufacturer | Suzuki |
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Also called | Indy, GT 550, GT550J, GT 550 J |
Production | 1972 - 1977 |
Class | Standard |
Engine | in-line three, two-stroke |
Bore / Stroke | 61.0mm x 62.0mm |
Compression ratio | 6.8:1 |
Top speed | 111 mph (178 km/h) |
Horse Power | 46.94 HP (35.0 KW) @ 7500RPM |
Fuel system | 3x Mikuni Carburetors |
Sparkplug | NGK B8ES '75-77 NGK B7ES '72-74 |
Battery | YUASA 12N11-3A-1 '72-77 |
Transmission | Gear box: 5-speed Final Drive: chain |
Suspension | Front: Telehydraulic Fork Rear: Dual Shocks Swinging Fork |
Brakes | Front: single disc Rear: expanding brake |
Front Tire | 3.25-19 |
Rear Tire | 4.00-18 |
Wheelbase | 57.72 inches (1466 mm) |
Dimensions | L 86.42 inches (2195 mm) W 32.09 inches (815 mm) |
Weight | (dry), 190.0 kg (wet) |
Fuel capacity | 3.96 Gallon (15.00 Liters) |
Related | Suzuki GT380 Suzuki GT550 Suzuki GT750 |
Competition | Yamaha RD350 Kawasaki S2 |
Manuals | Service Manual |
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Engine
The engine was a air cooled in-line three, two-stroke. A 61.0mm bore x 62.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 543.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a port control.
Drive
The bike has a 5-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-plate.
Chassis
It came with a 3.25-19 front tire and a 4.00-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a expanding brake in the rear. The front suspension was a Telehydraulic Fork while the rear was equipped with a Dual Shocks Swinging Fork. The GT550 was fitted with a 3.96 Gallon (15.00 Liters) fuel tank. The wheelbase was 57.72 inches (1466 mm) long.
1972 GT550J
- FRAME #: GT550-10001
- ENGINE #: GT550-10001
- ENGINE TYPE: 543cc Two-stroke Triple
- MODEL CODE: 340
- COLOR: Redondo Blue, Aztec Gold
- Front drum brake
- Headlight mounts and housing primary color
1973 GT550K
- FRAME #: GT550-21780
- ENGINE #: GT550-23036
- ENGINE TYPE: 543cc Two-stroke Triple
- MODEL CODE: 340
- COLOR: Lime Green, Hermosa Blue
- Front disc brake
- Headlight mounts and housing primary color
1974 GT550L
- FRAME #: GT550-36266
- ENGINE #: GT550-37851
- ENGINE TYPE: 543cc Two-stroke Triple
- MODEL CODE: 341
- COLOR: Hawaii Green, Laredo Red
- Digital gear indicator
- Chrome air cleaner covers
- Chrome rear grab rail
1975 GT550M
- FRAME #: GT550-47119
- ENGINE #: GT550-49302
- ENGINE TYPE: . . . 543cc Two-stroke Triple
- MODEL CODE: . . . 341
- COLOR: Jet Black, Candy Orange
- Digital gear indicator
- Chrome air cleaner covers
- Chrome headlight mounts and housing
1976 GT550A
- FRAME #• GT550-61315
- ENGINE #: GT550-64464
- ENGINE TYPE: . . . 543cc Two-stroke Triple
- MODEL CODE: . . . 341
- COLOR • Forest Green, Targa Red
- Chrome chain guard
- Front fender has lower support only
- Digital gear indicator
1977 GT550B
- FRAME #: GT550-70364
- ENGINE #: GT550-73451
- ENGINE TYPE: . . . 543cc Two-stroke Triple
- MODEL CODE: . . . 341
- COLOR: Blue, Silver
- Black headlight mounts and housing
- Taillight flat on top
- Digital gear indicator