1972 Suzuki GT750J
£6,000€6,923US$8,044
Description
Estimated Price: £4,000 - £6,000
- Launched at the Tokyo show in 1971, Suzuki's new GT750 flagship was, as its name suggests, more Gran Turismo than outright sports bike
- First of a family of Suzuki two-stroke triples, the newcomer retained the cylinder dimensions of the existing T500 air-cooled twin, but with the added refinements of water-cooling, oil injection, an electric starter and a five-speed gearbox
- The 'Kettle' as it was affectionately known quickly gained a reputation for being almost indestructible, as Suzuki had engineered the engine for longevity rather than maximum horsepower although its 67bhp still offered a top speed of 115mph
- The 1972 model is easily distinguished from later iterations by its massive 200 mm front drum brake—a feature that was upgraded to dual discs the following year
- This very smart example resided in Idaho in the USA until being imported into the UK in 2018
- Subsequently refreshed and refinished in its original Candy Lavender by Dream Machine
- Our vendor describes the bike as running well, but not used in a while and may require light recommissioning prior to road use
- Supplied with a current V5C, its original US title, HMRC importation documentation and a photocopy of a GT750 Parts Catalogue
- Today, the early 1972 J-model is a highly prized and sought-after global collector's classic
Specifications
- Year
- 1972
- Brand
- Suzuki
- Model
- GT750J
- Condition
- Used
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