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'Suzuki GT 550J'
Manufacturer
[[Suzuki]]
Production 1971
Class [[:Category:Classic motorcycles|Classic]] [[Category:Classic motorcycles]]
Engine
Two stroke, transverse three cylinder
Bore / Stroke 61.0mm x 61.0mm
Compression ratio 6.8:1
Horsepower 52.97 HP (39.5 KW) @ 7500RPM
Torque 39.09 ft/lbs (53.0 Nm) @ 6000RPM
Fuel System 3x28 mm Mikuni carburetors
Transmission Gear box: 5-Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Suspension Front: Telehydraulic fork
Rear: Dual shocks
Brakes Front: Drum
Rear: Drum
Front Tire 3.25-19
Rear Tire 4.00-18
Wheelbase 57.72 inches (1466 mm)
Length 86.42 inches (2195 mm)
Width 32.09 inches (815 mm)
Weight 210.0 kg (wet)
Recommended Oil Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40
Manuals Service Manual


The Suzuki GT 550J was a Two stroke, transverse three cylinder Classic motorcycle produced by Suzuki in 1971. Max torque was 39.09 ft/lbs (53.0 Nm) @ 6000 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 52.97 HP (39.5 KW) @ 7500 RPM.

Engine

A 61.0mm bore x 61.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 543.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive

The bike has a 5-Speed transmission.

Chassis

It came with a 3.25-19 front tire and a 4.00-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Drum in the front and a Drum in the rear. The front suspension was a Telehydraulic fork while the rear was equipped with a Dual shocks. The wheelbase was 57.72 inches (1466 mm) long.

1971 Suzuki GT 550J

1971 Suzuki GT 550J 1971 Suzuki GT 550J

MY Suzuki GT 550J wasn't as fast as its big brother but it was a perfect compromise between the GT 380 and GT 750. The low-mounted exhaust pipes decreased the ground clearance significantly in the curves and the the suspension was quite soft but othervise the GT 550J was smooth, fast and durable. The Suzuki engineers had done a fine job with it.