Suzuki GT185K

Suzuki GT185K
Manufacturer	Suzuki
Also called	GT 185 K
Production	1972 - 73
Engine	Two stroke, parallel twin
Compression ratio	7.0:1
Ignition	PEI
Transmission	5 Speed, constant mesh
Frame	Single down tube, tubular steel
Suspension	Front: Telescopic fork Rear: Twin shocks, springs, preload adjustable
Brakes	Front: Drum Rear: Drum
Front Tire	2.75-18
Rear Tire	3.00-18
Wheelbase	1321 mm / 52.0 in
Weight	129 kg / 283 lbs (dry),
Recommended Oil	Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40
Fuel Capacity	10 L / 2.6 US gal / 2.2 Imp gal
Manuals	Service Manual

Engine

The engine was a Air cooled cooled Two stroke, parallel twin. The engine featured a 7.0:1 compression ratio.

Drive

Power was moderated via the Wet, 11 plate.

Chassis

It came with a 2.75-18 front tire and a 3.00-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Drum in the front and a Drum in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a Twin shocks, springs, preload adjustable. The GT185K was fitted with a 10 L / 2.6 US gal / 2.2 Imp gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 129 kg / 283 lbs. The wheelbase was 1321 mm / 52.0 in long.

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Overview

Suzuki GT 185K

Make Model	Suzuki GT 185K
Year	1972 - 73
Engine Type	Two stroke, parallel twin
Displacement	184.8 cc / 11.3 cu in
Bore X Stroke	49 x 49 mm
Compression	7.0:1
Cooling System	Air cooled
Induction	2 x 20 mm Mikuni carburetors
Ignition	PEI
Starting	Electric and kick
Max Power	15.7 kW / 21 hp @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque	20.6 Nm / 2.1 kgf-m 15.2 lb-ft @ 6000 rpm
Clutch	Wet, 11 plate
Transmission	5 Speed, constant mesh
Final Drive	#520 Chain
Frame	Single down tube, tubular steel
Front Suspension	Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension	Twin shocks, springs, preload adjustable
Front Brakes	Drum
Rear Brakes	Drum
Front Tire	2.75-18
Rear Tire	3.00-18
Rake	27o
Dimensions	Length: 1950 mm / 76.8 in Width: 770 mm / 33.3 in Height: 1065 mm / 41.9 in
Wheelbase	1321 mm / 52.0 in
Dry Weight	129 kg / 283 lbs
Fuel Capacity	10 L / 2.6 US gal / 2.2 Imp gal