Suzuki RG500 Gamma: history, specs, pictures

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Suzuki RG500 Gamma
Manufacturer
Also called RG 500 Gamma
Production 1985 - 1989
Class Road
Engine
in-line four, two-stroke
Bore / Stroke 56.0mm x 50.6mm
Top Speed 142 mph (228 km/h)
Horsepower 92.93 HP (69.3 KW) @ 9500RPM
Transmission Gear box: 6-speed
Final Drive: chain
Brakes Front: dual disc
Rear: single disc
Front Tire 110/90-16
Rear Tire 120/90-17
Weight 181.0 kg (wet)
Recommended Oil Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40
Fuel Capacity 5.81 Gallon (22.00 Liters)
Manuals Service Manual


The Suzuki RG500 Gamma was a in-line four, two-stroke Road motorcycle produced by Suzuki between 1985 and 1989. It could reach a top speed of 142 mph (228 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 92.93 HP (69.3 KW) @ 9500 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a liquid cooled in-line four, two-stroke. A 56.0mm bore x 50.6mm stroke result in a displacement of just 498.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a rotary valves & variable discharge openings.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 6-speed transmission.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 110/90-16 front tire and a 120/90-17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via dual disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The RG500 Gamma was fitted with a 5.81 Gallon (22.00 Liters) fuel tank.

In Media[edit | edit source]