The original Katana was introduced to America as a 1,000+cc motorcycle, but did you know that Suzuki offered it in a variety of displacements around the world – 250, 400, 550, 600, and 750? Here’s a rare chance to acquire one of the last option, which was introduced in Japan in 1981 and expanded to other markets in 1982. The following year, Suzuki brought out the GSX750S Katana Mark 2 – changes included 16″ front/17″ rear wheels, slightly larger dimensions (though the wheelbase remained the same), and a slight bump in power up to 72 hp.
By 1983, Suzuki had implemented their Anti-Nose Dive Forks (ANDF) on several models.
This example is VIN: GS75X117883, Engine #: GS75X-181341.
The odometer shows 51,380 kilometers (31,926 miles).
This is one of the bikes that we imported from a collection in South Africa. In preparation for the listing, we cleaned and synced the carbs (installing 42.5 jets in the process), lined the tank, and installed a new battery.
During a test ride, Angel noted that the clutch slips at high throttle load, it needs a new clutch lever, the brakes are at 60% front and rear, and the tires are old and should be replaced.
Modifications:
Cowley exhaust.
Tank guard.
Aftermarket rear shocks.
The mirrors have been wrapped in vinyl with the appearance of carbon fiber.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
It is riding on Bridgestone tires with date codes of 1211 and 3412.
The sale includes one key.
Currently located at our facility in Santa Monica, California (please make an appointment for an inspection), this Suzuki is offered on a clean Oregon title. Have any Katana stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the comments!
Additional Information
Location
Santa Monica, California
Year
1983
Make
Suzuki
Model
Katana
Mileage
31,926
VIN
GS75X117883
Title
Clean
Title State/Country
Oregon
Private Party/Dealership
Private Party
Additional Charges
No
Total Bids Placed: 10
Auction has ended.
Auction expired without reaching reserve price.
Highest bidder was: b******0
After the auction ended, the seller accepted an offer of $5,161 including buyer fees.
Continental US: Haul Bikes will ship anything sold through Iconic for a starting rate of $750 in the Continental US (prices may increase in rural markets), and Iconic will handle the paperwork on your behalf. You do not need to crate your bike or drain the gas/disconnect the battery if you go with Haul Bikes. We are glad to work with the shipper of your choice as well, but you will have to arrange it.
Please note:
spares/extras will have to be shipped separately via FedEx or similar.
the fee includes $15,000 of insurance with a $500 deductible. Additional insurance can be purchased at a cost of $50 per additional $5,000 of value.
$5,000 for US to Europe/Asia is a VERY ROUGH ballpark which includes transport as well as customs fees and duties. Please contact Shippio for an exact quote.
