Suzuki RG500

Information & Specifications

• Suzuki RG500
• Engine: Stock
• Suspension: Stock
• Brakes: Stock
• Wheels: Magnesium 18″
• ECU: Stock
• Exhaust: n/a
• Availability: on demand in our store of USA.

MODEL INFORMATION

The Suzuki RG500 is a race motorcycle manufactured by the racing dept. of Suzuki . It was designed and manufactured for the Grand Prix motorcycle racing’s 500 cc class. The bike was conceived to be a viable machine for private teams to enter the class.

Based on the square-four cylinder layout of Suzuki’s earlier 250, the RG500 was first used by the works in 1974. In its first model, the water-cooled two-stroke employed bore/stroke dimensions of 56×50.5mm and featured twin geared-together crankshafts and a six-speed gearbox. Dimensions of 54x54mm were adopted later by the works bikes but the customer version, available from 1976, stuck with the original combination until the MkIV’s arrival in 1979. The RG’s initial maximum power output of 90bhp was eventually upped to nearer 150bhp before the factory switched to a V4 for 1987. By then the RG500 had won seven manufacturers’ titles for Suzuki and provided Britain’s Barry Sheene with his two World Championships.

Just 35 of these rare 1980 Suzuki RG500 race bikes were built!!

From 1983 onwards the pace of development slackened and the RG500 was less competitive with rivals Honda and Yamaha. The class of the field in its day, the RG500 provided talented privateers with a competitive mount at the highest level, and Jack Middleburgh’s 1981 British Grand Prix-winning example remains the last entirely private entry to win a premier-class World Championship round. Although technically complex, the customer version was deservedly popular and many are still in action today in Classic races.

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Detailed Technical Information

• Frame (VIN): **RG50011354**
• Engine: Suzuki
  • Engine number: RG50011354
  • Current Mileage: Unknow
  • Last Service: 2023 – 0 Km since last service
  • Clutch: Standard (Dry)
  • Radiator: Stock
  • Exhaust: Stock
• Suspension & Wheels
  • Front fork: Stock
  • Rear shock: Stock
  • Steering damper: Stock
  • Front wheel: Campagnolo Magnesium 18″
  • Rear wheel: Magnesium 17″
• Brakes
  • Front Brake Master Cyl.: Stock
  • Rear Brake Master Cyl.: Stock
  • Front Brake Caliper/s: Stock
  • Rear Brake Caliper: Stock
  • Front Brake Disk/s: Stock
  • Rear Brake Disk: Stock
• Electrical & Wiring System
  • ECU: Stock
  • Data Acquisition: –

More about this bike: This RG500 MkV is very original and in need of restoration. Upon arrival at our shop we correctly primed the bike and started it only to find multiple seal leaks. We took the #3 cylinder down, drained the transmission fluid, inspected the carbs and water pump. There was new coolant contamination in the transmission oil. We discussed the status of the bike with the owner. The previous heat cycles on the motor have softened the aged seals. The bike appears to be a very original MkV without evidence of abuse, modification or crashes of any significance. Inspection of the #3 cylinder shows stock unmodified cylinder, head and original factory Suzuki single ring piston all with modest wear. The front brake master cylinder is partially seized, although the calipers front and rear are still working without drag. Forks and shock are without leaks. Tank is in great shape without defects. TTach and oil temp gauge are working.  The magnesium carburetors are in excellent condition without significant corrosion. New Pirelli front tire comes with sale. We communicated with a UK provider and parts are readily available for complete the restoration of this model.

Here are Amatumoto / GP Motorbikes, we strive to maintain our international reputation of first class service and complete transparency. You can always trust our presentation of the bikes we offer for sale. To be safe for the bike and rider on the track, this time capsule RG500 really needs a full restoration of the motor and brake system. The suspension should be serviced also. We offer AMGP727 with the understanding the next collector/rider would either restore the bike to track ready standards or prep it for long term museum static show.

Extra parts included with the bike

– Rear stand
– Gaskets & Seals