Description
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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.
This example is VIN: JS1GR77A3J2102940. It came to Iconic as an import from Japan; prior history is not known.
The odometer shows 17,079 kilometers (10,612 miles).
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us reinstall the windscreen (removed for shipping), replace the front brake switch, adjust the rear brake switch, service the chain, and repair the clutch switch.
Yonni did the work, he notes the following in his condition report:
Fuel Tank Condition: Ok
Tire Years – Front/ Rear: 2017
Tire Life – Front: 90%; Rear: 80%
Tire Pressure – Front: 32PSI; Rea:
36PSI
Brake Life -Front: 100%; Rear: 90%
Hydraulic Fluid – Front/Rear: Pass,
Good
Engine Oil – Level: Ok; Quality: Ok
Drive Chain Condition: Ok, just
cleaned and adjusted
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
Cranking Voltage: 10.39V Normal
Load Test – Load Off: 12.50 V Load
On: 12.37V
Diode Ripple Test: 0.18V Normal
Test ride 1 mile test ride, bike operates as intended
BIKE CONDITION
-Scratches all around bodywork plastics.
-Rear view mirrors damaged
-Few scratches on fuel tank, and small dents
-Neutral light not working, 10.58V available at bulb terminal, bulb is fine
-> evidence of tampering at wiring
Modifications:
Yoshimura exhaust.
Öhlins rear shock.
Aftermarket bar ends.
Battery tender lead.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S21 tires with date codes of 1317 and 1917.
The sale includes two 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 GSX-R750 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
