Segment: Clasic
Production years: 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977
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The GT 550M, known as the Indy in the States, had been around since 1972, gaining a disc front brake, a few horsepower, and a few other improvements along the way. Similar in looks and layout to the GT380 triple, it was notable for employing Suzuki's Ram Air System—which referred to the simple piece of bent metal that helped direct a cooling breeze over the cylinder head. Breathing in through a trio of 28 mm Mikuni carburetors and out through a bulky four-pipe exhaust system, the 543cc motor produced 53 HP at 7500 rpm.
SUZUKI GT 550M 1974-1977
SUZUKI GT 550M 550
| engine specs | Type: | Two stroke, transverse three cylinder | Displacement: | 543 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | 2.4x2.4 in OR 61 mm | Compression Ratio: | 6.8:1 | Horsepower: | 53/7500 KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | 39/6000 lb-ft/RPM OR 53/6000 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | 3 x 28mm Mikuni carburetors |
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| transmission specs | Gearbox: | 5-Speed | Clutch: | Wet, multiplate | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | Chain |
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| chassis specs | Frame: | Welded mild steel tubing | Front Suspension: | Telehydraulic fork | Rear Suspension: | Dual shocks swinging fork preload adjustable | Front Brake: | Drum | Rear Brake: | Drum |
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| dimension specs | Overall Length: | 86.4 in OR 2195 mm | Overall Width: | 32.1 in OR 815 mm | Seat Height: | - | Wheelbase: | 57.7 in OR 1466 mm | Ground Clearance: | 5.7 in OR 145 mm | Weight: | 463 lbs OR 210 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 3.3 gallons OR 12.5 L |
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| tyres specs | Front: | - | Rear: | - |
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| power system specs | Power pack: | - | Nominal Capacity: | - | Maximum Capacity: | - | Charger type: | - | Charging time (normal): | - | Charging time (quick): | - | Range: | - |
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