Segment: Clasic
Production years: 1974, 1975, 1976
The rotary, or Wankel, engine has a number of benefits over standard engines including a lack of camshafts, intake and exhaust valves, and a reduced number of moving parts. Many manufacturers experimented with the engine type and some prototypes were presented in the early 70's but Suzuki was
the only motorcycle manufacturer that used the rotary engine on a mass produced bike.
engine specs | Type: | Liquid/oil cooled, single rotary housing | Displacement: | 498 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | - | Compression Ratio: | 9.4:1 | Horsepower: | 62/6500 KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | 55/3500 lb-ft/RPM OR 75/3500 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | Mikuni 18-32 HHD carburetor |
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transmission specs | Gearbox: | 5-Speed | Clutch: | Wet, multiplate | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | Chain |
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chassis specs | Frame: | - | Front Suspension: | Telescopic, oil-dampened forks | Rear Suspension: | Swing arm oil dampened, 5-way adjustable | Front Brake: | Double discs | Rear Brake: | Drum |
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dimension specs | Overall Length: | 87.4 in OR 2220 mm | Overall Width: | 34.3 in OR 871 mm | Seat Height: | - | Wheelbase: | 59.1 in OR 1501 mm | Ground Clearance: | 6.7 in OR 170 mm | Weight: | 556 lbs OR 252 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 4.4 gallons OR 16.7 L |
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tyres specs | Front: | 3.25-H19 4PR | Rear: | 4.00-H18 4PR |
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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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