Suzuki RE 5 Rotary: history, specs, pictures

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Suzuki RE 5 Rotary
Manufacturer
Production 1975 - 1976
Engine
single disk wankel
Top Speed 107 mph (172 km/h)
Horsepower 61.69 HP (46.0 KW) @ 6500RPM
Transmission Gear box: 5-speed
Final Drive: chain
Brakes Front: dual disc
Rear: expanding brake
Front Tire 3.25-19
Rear Tire 4.00-18
Weight 260.0 kg (wet)
Recommended Oil Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40
Fuel Capacity 4.23 Gallon (16.00 Liters)
Manuals Service Manual


The Suzuki RE 5 Rotary was a single disk wankel standard produced by Suzuki between 1975 and 1976. It could reach a top speed of 107 mph (172 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 61.69 HP (46.0 KW) @ 6500 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a liquid cooled single disk wankel.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 5-speed transmission.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

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 RE 5 Rotary was fitted with a 4.23 Gallon (16.00 Liters) fuel tank.