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This [[Suzuki]] [[motorcycle]] was known as the '''Water Buffalo''' to many riders, also known as '''The Kettle''' in the U.K., Suzuki had officially nicknamed it the '''Le Mans'''. It was a 750cc 2-Stroke triple. | {{DISPLAYTITLE:{{PAGENAME}}: history, specs, pictures}} | ||
{{Motorcycle | |||
|name = Suzuki GT750 | |||
|photo= 1973-Suzuki-GT750-Blue-0.jpg | |||
|aka = Water Buffalo, GT750J, GT 750 J, GT 750 | |||
|manufacturer = Suzuki | |||
|parent_company = | |||
|production = 1971 - 1978 | |||
|model_year = | |||
|predecessor = | |||
|successor = | |||
|class = Standard | |||
|engine = 738cc [[Liquid cooled]] [[two-stroke]] [[straight-three]] | |||
|bore_stroke = 70.0mm x 64.0mm | |||
|compression = 6.7:1 | |||
|top_speed = 119 mph (192 km/h) | |||
|power = 61.69 HP (46.0 KW) @ 6500RPM | |||
|torque = 61.22 ft/lbs (83.0 Nm) @ 5500RPM | |||
|fuel_system = 3x [[Mikuni VM Series|Mikuni VM32]] | |||
|ignition = | |||
|spark_plug = {{sparkplug|NGK B6ES}} '72-74<br />{{sparkplug|NGK B8ES}} '75-77 | |||
|battery = {{battery|YUASA YB14L-A2}} '72-77 | |||
|transmission = Gear box: 5-speed <br> | |||
Final Drive: [[chain]] <br> | |||
Clutch: Wet multi-disc <br> | |||
|final_drive= {{chain|530x104}} | |||
|front_sprocket= 15T | |||
|rear_sprocket= 40T | |||
|frame = | |||
|suspension =Front: Telescopic Fork <br> | |||
Rear: Swinging Arm Fork With Adjustable Shock Absorber | |||
|brakes =Front: dual disc <br>Rear: expanding brake | |||
|front_tire = {{tire|3.25-19}} | |||
|rear_tire = {{tire|4.00-18}} | |||
|rake_trail = | |||
|wheelbase = 57.52 inches (1461 mm) | |||
|length = 87.2 inches (2215 mm) | |||
|width = 34.02 inches (864 mm) | |||
|height = | |||
|seat_height = | |||
|dry_weight = | |||
|wet_weight = 251.0 kg | |||
|fuel_capacity = 3.75 gallons | |||
|oil_capacity = | |||
|recommended_oil= Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40 | |||
|fuel_consumption = | |||
|turning_radius = | |||
|related = | |||
|competition = [[Honda CB750K]]<br />[[Triumph Trident]]<br />[[Kawasaki H2]] | |||
|quarter_ | |||
}} | |||
[[File:suzuki-gt750-1972-1977-1.jpg|right|thumb|Suzuki GT750 Ad]] | |||
[[File:suzuki-gt750-1972-1977-0.jpg|right|thumb|Suzuki GT750]] | |||
The '''[[Suzuki]] GT750''' was a in-line three, two-stroke Sport touring [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Suzuki]] between 1972 and 1977. It could reach a top speed of 119 mph (192 km/h). Max [[torque]] was 61.22 ft/lbs (83.0 Nm) @ 5500 RPM. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 61.69 HP (46.0 KW) @ 6500 RPM. This bike is heavy, comfortable, economical and extremely smooth, the GT 750 is capable of high 13/seconds standing start quarter miles. This [[Suzuki]] [[motorcycle]] was known as the '''Water Buffalo''' to many riders, also known as '''The Kettle''' in the U.K., Suzuki had officially nicknamed it the '''Le Mans'''. It was a 750cc 2-Stroke triple. | |||
==Engine== | |||
The engine was a [[liquid cooled]] in-line three, two-stroke. A 70.0mm [[bore]] x 64.0mm [[stroke]] result in a [[displacement]] of just 739.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a [[port]] control. | |||
==Drive== | |||
The bike has a 5-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-disc. | |||
==Chassis== | |||
It came with a 3.25-19 front [[tire]] and a 4.00-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via dual 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 Swinging Arm Fork With Adjustable Shock Absorber. The GT750 was fitted with a 4.49 Gallon (17.00 Liters) fuel tank. The wheelbase was 57.52 inches (1461 mm) long. | |||
==Two by Three== | |||
The early 1970s showed [[Kawasaki]] and [[Suzuki]]'s response to [[Honda]]'s already legendary [[Honda CB750K|CB750K]] by inaugurating the new technique of transverse three-cylinder two-stroke engines. Just as the[[ Triumph Trident]] was in simple terms, one and a half of the their 500cc twin, the '''GT750''' shared the 70x64mm bore and stroke dimensions of the [[Suzuki T500|T500]] along with similar porting. If the layout was the same, the offerings of the two rivals represented very different philosophies. The air-cooled [[Kawasaki H2]] was a supersports machine with out-of-the-ordinary performance: over 125 mph top speed and a standing quarter in 12.1 seconds. The Suzuki was a real GT: heavier, larger and with a water-cooled engine. | |||
==Two Errors of Judgment== | |||
Suzuki's main error lay in not having foreseen the trend of the market towards sportier machines. A second fault was retaining a front drum brake while Honda, Kawasaki (on its [[Kawasaki H1|H1 500]] and 750) and [[Yamaha]] (on the [[Yamaha XS650|XS650]]) had already opted for discs. They would later almost over correct (in a positive manner) all these errors in the 80s with their introduction of the [[Suzuki GSX-R750]]. | |||
==Extraordinary Track Machine== | |||
Built until 1977, when it appeared in the catalog alongside the four-stroke [[Suzuki GS750|GS750]], the GT took a long time to build up its image. It was small consolation that it had spawned an extraordinary track machine, the [[Suzuki TR750|TR750]]. | |||
However, the GT was an excellent touring mount which marked a turning point in the history of the two-stroke. Reliable and mechanically silent, possessed of remarkable torque, it was a docile road bike, unlike the Kawasaki, which was brilliant but noisy and guzzled gas. | |||
==1972 GT750J== | ==1972 GT750J== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery mode="packed-hover"> | ||
Image:1972-Suzuki-GT750J.jpg|1972 Suzuki GT750J | Image:1972-Suzuki-GT750J.jpg|1972 Suzuki GT750J | ||
Image:1972-Suzuki-GT750-Red-0.jpg|1972 Suzuki GT750 "Water Buffalo" in Red | Image:1972-Suzuki-GT750-Red-0.jpg|1972 Suzuki GT750 "Water Buffalo" in Red | ||
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*FRAME #: GT750-10001 | *FRAME #: GT750-10001 | ||
*ENGINE #: GT750-10001 | *ENGINE #: GT750-10001 | ||
*ENGINE TYPE: 738cc | *ENGINE TYPE: 738cc [[Two-stroke]] Triple | ||
*MODEL CODE: 310 | *MODEL CODE: 310 | ||
*COLOR: Newport Blue, California Burgundy | *COLOR: Newport Blue, California Burgundy | ||
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<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
Image:1973-Suzuki-GT750K.jpg|1973 Suzuki GT750K | Image:1973-Suzuki-GT750K.jpg|1973 Suzuki GT750K | ||
Image:1973-Suzuki-GT750-Blue-1.jpg|1973 Suzuki GT750 in Blue | Image:1973-Suzuki-GT750-Blue-1.jpg|1973 Suzuki GT750 in Blue | ||
Image:1973-Suzuki-GT750-Blue-2.jpg|1973 Suzuki GT750 in Blue | Image:1973-Suzuki-GT750-Blue-2.jpg|1973 Suzuki GT750 in Blue | ||
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*FRAME #: GT750-31253 | *FRAME #: GT750-31253 | ||
*ENGINE #: GT750-31357 | *ENGINE #: GT750-31357 | ||
*ENGINE TYPE: 738cc | *ENGINE TYPE: 738cc [[Two-stroke]] Triple | ||
*MODEL CODE: 310 | *MODEL CODE: 310 | ||
*COLOR: Royal Red, Royal Blue | *COLOR: Royal Red, Royal Blue | ||
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==1974 GT750L== | ==1974 GT750L== | ||
[[Image:1974-Suzuki-GT750L.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Suzuki GT750L]][[Image:1974-Suzuki-GT750-Orange-5070-0.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Suzuki GT750 in Orange]][[Image:1974-Suzuki-GT750-Orange-5070-1.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Suzuki GT750 in Orange]][[Image:1974-Suzuki-GT750-Orange-5070-2.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Suzuki GT750 in Orange]][[Image:1974-Suzuki-GT750-Orange-5070-3.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Suzuki GT750 in Orange]] | [[Image:1974-Suzuki-GT750L.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Suzuki GT750L]] | ||
[[Image:1974-Suzuki-GT750-Orange-5070-0.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Suzuki GT750 in Orange]] | |||
[[Image:1974-Suzuki-GT750-Orange-5070-1.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Suzuki GT750 in Orange]] | |||
[[Image:1974-Suzuki-GT750-Orange-5070-2.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Suzuki GT750 in Orange]] | |||
[[Image:1974-Suzuki-GT750-Orange-5070-3.jpg|left|thumb|1974 Suzuki GT750 in Orange]] | |||
<br style="clear: left"/> | <br style="clear: left"/> | ||
*FRAME #: GT750-40247 | *FRAME #: GT750-40247 | ||
*ENGINE #: GT750-43041 | *ENGINE #: GT750-43041 | ||
*ENGINE TYPE: | *ENGINE TYPE: 738cc [[Two-stroke]] Triple | ||
*MODEL CODE: | *MODEL CODE: 312 | ||
*COLOR: Firemist Orange, Firemist Blue | *COLOR: Firemist Orange, Firemist Blue | ||
* Chrome air cleaner covers | * Chrome [[air cleaner]] covers | ||
* Chrome headlight mounts and housing | * Chrome headlight mounts and housing | ||
* Silver radiator covers | * Silver radiator covers | ||
* Digital gear indicator | * Digital gear indicator | ||
* Power increased to 70hp @ 8500 rpm | |||
==1975 GT750M== | ==1975 GT750M== | ||
[[Image:1975-Suzuki-GT750M.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Suzuki GT750M]][[Image:1975-Suzuki-GT750-Gray-3361-0.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Suzuki GT750 "Water Buffalo" in Gray]][[Image:1975-Suzuki-GT750-Gray-3361-1.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Suzuki GT750 "Water Buffalo" in Gray]][[Image:1975-Suzuki-GT750-Gray-3361-2.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Suzuki GT750 "Water Buffalo" in Gray]][[Image:1975-Suzuki-GT750-Gray-3361-3.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Suzuki GT750 "Water Buffalo" in Gray]][[Image:1975-Suzuki-GT750-Gray-3361-4.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Suzuki GT750 "Water Buffalo" in Gray]][[Image:1975-Suzuki-GT750-Gray-3361-5.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Suzuki GT750 "Water Buffalo" in Gray]] | [[Image:1975-Suzuki-GT750M.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Suzuki GT750M]] | ||
[[Image:1975-Suzuki-GT750-Gray-3361-0.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Suzuki GT750 "Water Buffalo" in Gray]] | |||
[[Image:1975-Suzuki-GT750-Gray-3361-1.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Suzuki GT750 "Water Buffalo" in Gray]] | |||
[[Image:1975-Suzuki-GT750-Gray-3361-2.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Suzuki GT750 "Water Buffalo" in Gray]] | |||
[[Image:1975-Suzuki-GT750-Gray-3361-3.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Suzuki GT750 "Water Buffalo" in Gray]] | |||
[[Image:1975-Suzuki-GT750-Gray-3361-4.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Suzuki GT750 "Water Buffalo" in Gray]] | |||
[[Image:1975-Suzuki-GT750-Gray-3361-5.jpg|left|thumb|1975 Suzuki GT750 "Water Buffalo" in Gray]] | |||
<br style="clear: left"/> | <br style="clear: left"/> | ||
*FRAME #: GT750-52823 | *FRAME #: GT750-52823 | ||
*ENGINE #: GT750-57533 | *ENGINE #: GT750-57533 | ||
*ENGINE TYPE: 738cc | *ENGINE TYPE: 738cc [[Two-stroke]] Triple | ||
*MODEL CODE: 316 | *MODEL CODE: 316 | ||
*COLOR: Gypsy Red, Jewel Gray | *COLOR: Gypsy Red, Jewel Gray | ||
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*FRAME #: GT750-61729 | *FRAME #: GT750-61729 | ||
*ENGINE #: ..... GT750-67558 | *ENGINE #: ..... GT750-67558 | ||
*ENGINE TYPE: . . . 738cc | *ENGINE TYPE: . . . 738cc [[Two-stroke]] Triple | ||
*MODEL CODE: . . . 316 | *MODEL CODE: . . . 316 | ||
*COLOR: Coronado Blue, Ontario Orange | *COLOR: Coronado Blue, Ontario Orange | ||
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==1977 GT750B== | ==1977 GT750B== | ||
[[Image:1977-Suzuki-GT750B.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Suzuki GT750B]]<br style="clear: left"/> | [[Image:1977-Suzuki-GT750B.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Suzuki GT750B]] | ||
[[Image:1977-Suzuki-GT750B-Black-3457-0.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Suzuki GT750B in Black]] | |||
[[Image:1977-Suzuki-GT750B-Black-3457-1.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Suzuki GT750B in Black]] | |||
[[Image:1977-Suzuki-GT750B-Black-3457-2.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Suzuki GT750B in Black]] | |||
[[Image:1977-Suzuki-GT750B-Black-3457-3.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Suzuki GT750B in Black]] | |||
[[Image:1977-Suzuki-GT750B-Black-3457-4.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Suzuki GT750B in Black]] | |||
<br style="clear: left"/> | |||
*FRAME #: GT750-75739 | *FRAME #: GT750-75739 | ||
*ENGINE #: ..... GT750-82605 | *ENGINE #: ..... GT750-82605 | ||
*ENGINE TYPE: 738cc | *ENGINE TYPE: 738cc [[Two-stroke]] Triple | ||
*MODEL CODE: 316 | *MODEL CODE: 316 | ||
*COLOR: Red, Black | *COLOR: Red, Black | ||
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== Videos == | |||
{{#ev:youtube|https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPYGI4ZpWt4|600|center}} | |||
==In Media== | |||
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/karatekas-and-co#suzuki-gt750 Karatekas and co] | |||
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/hustruer#suzuki-gt750 Hustruer] | |||
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/finche-ce-guerra-ce-speranza#suzuki-gt750 Finché c'è guerra c'è speranza] | |||
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/napoli-spara#suzuki-gt750 Napoli spara] | |||
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/linsolent#suzuki-gt750 L'insolent] | |||
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/squadra-volante#suzuki-gt750 Squadra Volante] | |||
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/la-piu-bella-serata-della-mia-vita#suzuki-gt750 La più bella serata della mia vita] | |||
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/the-satanic-rites-of-dracula#suzuki-gt750 The Satanic Rites of Dracula] | |||
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/i-ragazzi-della-roma-violenta#suzuki-gt750 I ragazzi della Roma violenta] | |||
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/money-movers#suzuki-gt750 Money Movers] | |||
==References== | |||
{{reflist}} | |||
{{Suzuki}} | |||
[[Category:Suzuki GT series|Suzuki GT series]] | |||
[[Category:Suzuki motorcycles|GT750]] | [[Category:Suzuki motorcycles|GT750]] | ||
[[Category:Sport touring motorcycles]] | |||
[[Category:Suzuki motorcycles]] | |||
[[Category:1970s motorcycles]] | |||