Description
Click here for an VINData Motorcycle History Report on this 1988 Suzuki GSX-R750.
Suzuki pulled the cover off the first-year GSX-R750 at the 1984 Cologne Motor Show, before its official launch in March of 1985. Upon its release, the Gixxer was unquestionably king, setting a new benchmark in the industry.
Suzuki revamped just about everything for the 1988 debut of the second generation. The aerodynamics were improved (11% less drag), the wheelbase was shortest in class (140cm), and the alloy frame was stronger (60% more rigidity). There were several other upgrades (such as a new short-stroke 748cc engine), but one specific change would end up becoming a nickname for the entire generation – the “slingshot” Mikuni BST36SS carbs.
Basic specifications were 112 horsepower, 55 lb-ft of torque, and a dry weight of 430 pounds. New for ’88 were 17″ wheels, while braking duties were handled by 320mm dual hydraulic discs up front and a 220mm hydraulic disc in the rear.
Manufactured February 1988, this example is VIN: JS1GR77A3J2102789.
The odometer shows 14,629 miles.
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us clean and sync the carbs, replace the spark plugs, and flush, fill, and bleed the hydraulic fluid. We also cleaned the air filter, installed a new horn, and cleaned, lubed, and adjusted the drive chain. Finally, we installed fresh rubber on the bike.
Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: OK
Engine Oil Level: OK
Engine Oil Quality: NEW
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: N/A
Coolant Quality: N/A
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: OK
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: NEW
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: OK
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: NEW
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Final Drive Condition: OK
Headlight High Beam: OK
Headlight Low Beam: OK
Passing Light: N/A
Parking Light: OK
Turn Signals: OK
Tail Light: OK
Brake Light (Front Switch): OK
Brake Light (Rear Switch): OK
Plate Light: OK
Horn: FAIL
Kill Switch: OK
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 70%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 90%
Forks: OK
Shock/s: OK
Tire Date Code Front: 1724
Tire Date Code Rear: 1924
Tire % Remaining Front: NEW
Tire % Remaining Rear: NEW
Tire Press. Front: 32
Tire Press. Rear: 36
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.3v
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 14.9v
Running Condition: RUNS GOOD
Test Ride Completed: Yes
Test Ride Distance: 1 mi
Notes:
• Steering Damper Leaking
• Fork Lowers Oxidized
Modifications:
Tear drop turn signals.
Steering damper.
D&D exhaust.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Pirelli Diablo Rosso II tires with date codes of 1424 and 1924.
The sale includes one key, owner’s manual, petcock, rear master cylinder, spark plugs, and service records.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Santa Monica, California, this Suzuki is offered on a clean Florida title. Have any GSX-R750 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
