Description
Click here for an VINData Motorcycle History Report on this 1986 Suzuki GSX-R750 Limited Edition. Additional photos are available here for your perusal.
Less than a year after the initial release of the GSX-R, Suzuki unveiled an even more hardcore version of the watershed model with the GSX-R750 Limited Edition. Just 500 units were built worldwide, with 350 going to the United States, Canada, and Europe, and the remaining 150 going to Japan. Of those 350, 199 examples went to the United States in order to qualify the model for AMA Superbike competition. At approximately two grand more than the base GSX-R750, the LE carried an MSRP of $6,499, making it the most expensive Japanese sportbike offering upon its release.
Separating the LE from the standard 750 was a revised suspension setup using GSX-R1100-spec 41mm forks equipped with Suzuki’s NEAS (New Electronically-Activated Suspension, basically a brake-activated solenoid that stiffened up the damping to prevent front-end dive under braking), and an aluminum-bodied remote reservoir monoshock with an aluminum full floater linkage. Stopping power was bolstered via full-floating 310mm rotors and dual-opposed piston calipers. The swingarm on the LE was also stretched by an inch (25mm) for improved stability and a steering damper was added as a standard item.
Quite possibly the biggest highlight on the new model was its super trick dry clutch, which was married to a close-ratio six-speed gearbox. Replacing the base model’s wet-plate setup, the new dry clutch came paired with an adjustable clutch lever.
The Limited Edition models were also distinguished from the standard version via its special race-inspired livery. Instead of the base model’s white and blue or black and red colors, the LE featured a red, white, and blue scheme complete with “LIMITED EDITION” graphics on the tail. The wheels were also adorned in a matching blue, the chain was gold-plated, and the engine received a special “gun-coat” finish.
Manufactured in March of 1986, this example is VIN: JS1GR75A2G2107025. The seller acquired it approximately 1.5 years ago from a private party in San Jose.
The odometer shows 5,615 miles.
Maintenance:
During his ownership, the seller reports that he has performed an annual oil change.
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us remove the swingarm spool, adjust the engine oil fill level, top off the brake fluid, and clean and adjust the chain. Our service department notes the following in their condition report:
Gas Tank Condition: Ok
Tire Year Front/ Rear: 3020/3620
Tire % Front/ Rear:99/99
Tire Press Front/ Rear:34/38
Brake % Front/ Rear :65/90
Hydraulic: OK
Oil: OK
Coolant: N/A
Low Beam: OK
High Beam: OK
Turn: OK
Tail Light: OK
Brake Light: OK
Plate Light: OK
Kill: OK
Horn: OK
Fork: OK
Shock/s: OK
Final Drive: OK
Battery:
OCV: 12.23V
Charging: 14.72V
Notes:
• Runs
• Front caliper pistons need cleaning
RECOMMENDED:
• Caliper wash
Modifications:
Per the seller, this Limited Edition is “all original, with the exception of usual maintenance items and a touch up for a paint blemish on the upper left of the front fairing.”
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Bridgestone Battlax BT45 tires with date codes of 3020 and 3620.
The sale includes two keys, the factory tool kit, the original owner’s manual, a supplementary service manual, as well as a spare oil filter.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located at our facility in Santa Monica, California (please make an appointment for an inspection), this Suzuki is offered on a clean California title with current registration through March 2025.
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