1987 Suzuki RG400 Gamma Walter Wolf

Description

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After Suzuki introduced the RG-Gamma series in 1983, the line grew to span displacements ranging from 250-500cc. Of particular note was the RG400 Gamma Walter Wolf, as it was a two-year-only model that was exclusively sold in Japan.

A true race-replica for the streets, it boasted the latest and greatest in two-stroke technology. Along with an advanced aluminum box frame, it also featured Suzuki’s “Full-Floater” rear suspension and a water-cooled square four. The 397cc engine produced 59 horsepower at 9,000 rpm.

The livery came about because of an Austrian businessman by the name of Walter Wolf. Having made his money in oil, Wolf proceeded to fund his passion for motorsport — first by sponsoring an F1 team and subsequently by sponsoring an RG500. In celebration of the bike’s seven Grand Prix championships, Suzuki sold 99 examples of a street-homologated race bike in the Canadian market. Not the be left out, Japan got a limited edition of the RG400 (as you see before you) done up in the paint job.

This example is VIN: HK31A108438. It came to Iconic as an import from Japan; prior history is not known.

The odometer shows 49,701 kilometers (30,882 miles).

Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us install a new battery, clean and sync the carbs, replace the choke holder, replace the mounting O-rings,  change the transmission oil, flush and fill the brakes, service the chain, and replace brake and shifter rubber.

Fuel Tank Internal: Good
Tire Years – Front/ Rear:2015
Tire Life – Front: 35%; Rear: 60%
Tire Pressure – Front: 34PSI; Rear: 36PSI
Brake Life – Front: 40%; Rear: 60%
Hydraulic Fluid – Front/Rear: New
Transmission Oil – Level: Ok; Quality: New
2T Injector Oil: Ok, 4/5ths full
Coolant – Level: Ok; Quality: Age
Unknown
Low Beam: Ok
High Beam: Ok
Turn Signals: Ok
Tail Light: Ok
Brake Light: Ok
Plate Light: Ok
Killswitch: Ok
Horn: Ok
Battery: 12.6V, New
Test Ride: Ok, bike operates as intended

BIKE ADDITIONS
– LED headlight bulb installed
– Nitron Shock
– GSXR Forks/Front Calipers/Front Master Cylinder
– Wheels and pipes are not original
– Carbon Lower Fairing

Modifications:
GSX-R forks, front calipers, and master cylinder.

Aftermarket wheels.

Aftermarket pipes.

Nitron shock.

Carbon lower fairing.

LED headlight bulb.

Zero Gravity windscreen.

Battery tender lead.

Inside of the tank:

It is riding on Dunlop Sportmax Alpha 13 tires with date codes of 3515 and 4215.

The sale includes five keys.

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 Oregon title. Please note that as an import, this bike lacks certain compliance and emissions stickers that the state of California would require to transfer a title. Have any RG400 Gamma stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!