First released in 1972 to compete with Kawasaki’s H1 Mach III, the Suzuki GT550 was part of the Hamamatsu marque’s then-new Grand Touring series. Also known as the “Indy,” the bike featured a two-stroke triple with a 543cc displacement—slotting it right between the 750 and 380 variants.
In the January 1973 issue of Cycle World, the magazine did a full breakdown and review of the lightly-updated GT550 for the ’73 model year.
The undersquare engine was equipped with a one-piece cylinder head cooled via a ram-air system. In its second year in production, the model jettisoned its front drum brake in favor of a hydraulically operated single disc setup.
This example is VIN: GT55023002. The seller has added approximately 35 miles to it while it’s been in his care.
The odometer shows 2,642 miles.
Maintenance:
Per the seller: “None, started and ran. Rode for a few miles with plans to restore. The tires are both 14-years-old.”
Mechanical Issues:
Per the seller: “It was recently started after sitting for nearly seven years. Smokey it appears to have injection oil seep past the pump. Electrics all work, will need new tires despite the excellent appearances.”
Modifications:
Per the seller: “The bike is stock with no modifications.”
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Shinko 712 tires with date codes of 1512 and 2612.
The sale includes 2 ignition keys.
Cosmetic Blemishes: The seller did not provide detailed blemish photographs. Please inspect the photo album carefully.
Per the seller: “The bike has typical wear and tear for a 50-year-old machine.”
Currently located in Tempe, Arizona, this Suzuki is offered on a clean Arizona title. Have any stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
