I owned and constantly rode a 1973 GT 750, and I really miss that Bike, because there wasn't any new 1987 1200cc motorcycle that could even come close to outrunning My GT... No other 380, 500 or 750cc 2-Stroke had the wonderful exhaust sound like the GT 750 either.
It's great to see older bikes staying on the road, instead of being in someones garage in USA. Just bought an American imported 1979 Suzuki GS 750L, only 12500 on the clock. Not 100% mint, but close enough. Have fun with your new-old bike dude. Thanks for sharing.
That's the best sounding 2 stroke that I've ever heard. 3 cyl 2-stroke = 6 cyl 4 stroke, comparable power strokes. According to the AMA, a 2 stroke engine puts out 1.6 times the power of a 4 stroke of equal displacement. That leaves the Suzuki 750 with the power of a 6 cylinder 1200. This is an awesome engine and a priceless collector piece!
The only advantage these days is the lightness. A four stroke is far more efficient and can easily better a 2 stroke - particularly with forced induction and variable valve timing. That said, I was brought up on 2 strokes and I’d love a modern version.
I had one just like it. One of the best bikes I ever owned. Unlike many other two strokes, this bike had plenty of low end. I flogged the hell out of it for 60K. miles and sold it to a friend that rolled it on past 100K. miles and trouble free. Never fouled a plug and always got me home.
I bought a 1972 gt380 2 stroke for $200 put marvel mystery in the gas tank it cranked up on the first try I put about 15,000 miles on it it never let me down what a solid bike I remember riding it in the mountains pouring down rain never once did it fail me excellent Discovery and channel thank you
I’ve got a late A-model, a 1977. It’s simply a fantastic piece of machinery. Flake Orange #2. 4/5 pipes are NOS. One rechromed. Sounds delicious. Gearing is taller than the J here,and the CV carbs aren’t as responsive as the VM carbs on the J. A friend retrofitted J/K carbs to his GT750B & says most oh the changes are in the carbs.
They were nicknamed "Kettles" here in the UK due to the water cooling which wasn't that common back then. People nowadays tend to associate 2 strokes with small, step though scooter type machines and gems like this beauty are all but forgotten about. With proper maintenance and quality oils etc, 2 strokes can be just as reliable and long lived as 4 strokes, plus you get the sound and the power band!😀👍👍👍👍👍
I agree Phil. Having Roadraced 2 strokes and 4 strokes over a 40 year period, and now owning a Suzuki T250 Hustler, my affection for these motors has not diminished.
Ela é como uma senhora altiva nos seus 50 anos mostrando a todos o que era andar de moto antigamente como era elegante e agressivo, muito bonito de assistir. Parabéns!
i've just visited DK MOTORCYCLES in Leek, Staffs, UK. i am amazed at the stuff that comes in from the USA, and the shocking condition of some very standard bikes ruined by being left outdoors for years, if not decades. a lot of bikes looking for new , loving owners. several GT750's like this. i counted 11 v-max yamaha in one row, in varying condition. get down there guys, deffo worth a look.
Thanks for your reply David. You're correct. Same here in Australia. There are still lots of bikes coming in from the US where years of excess resulted in thousands of bikes ridden a few thousand miles then left outside to rot. Unfortunately Japanese chrome and thin steel exhausts suffered badly.
The original bike tests at the time said it was as quick as the 2 stroke Kawasaki despite it being much heavier. The fan on the early model was made redundant in later models as it wasn’t necessary. Get rid of that front drum brake asap😳. I preferr the later model.
You drive that bike with too low rpm! Don't accelerate always in high gear. For the engine is better to hold it min. at 4000rpm. Especially if you accelerating
I owned and constantly rode a 1973 GT 750, and I really miss that Bike, because there wasn't any new 1987 1200cc motorcycle that could even come close to outrunning My GT... No other 380, 500 or 750cc 2-Stroke had the wonderful exhaust sound like the GT 750 either.
It's great to see older bikes staying on the road, instead of being in someones garage in USA. Just bought an American imported
1979 Suzuki GS 750L, only 12500 on the clock. Not 100% mint, but close enough.
Have fun with your new-old bike dude.
Thanks for sharing.
That's the best sounding 2 stroke that I've ever heard. 3 cyl 2-stroke = 6 cyl 4 stroke, comparable power strokes. According to the AMA, a 2 stroke engine puts out 1.6 times the power of a 4 stroke of equal displacement. That leaves the Suzuki 750 with the power of a 6 cylinder 1200. This is an awesome engine and a priceless collector piece!
The only advantage these days is the lightness. A four stroke is far more efficient and can easily better a 2 stroke - particularly with forced induction and variable valve timing. That said, I was brought up on 2 strokes and I’d love a modern version.
@Nockian lifter you could put forced induction on a 2 stroke , the new tpi 2 strokes are brilliant with good emissions and tractability
I had the privilege of assembling one from the crate and then tezt riding. I'll never forget it. Quite a nice bike.
Love that sound!!!
Good video. I had one just like yours, bought it new in 72. Very smooth motorcycle.
I had one just like it. One of the best bikes I ever owned. Unlike many other two strokes, this bike had plenty of low end. I flogged the hell out of it for 60K. miles and sold it to a friend that rolled it on past 100K. miles and trouble free. Never fouled a plug and always got me home.
That's some testimony to just how well-engineered those Suzuki 2-strokes were.
I bought a 1972 gt380 2 stroke for $200 put marvel mystery in the gas tank it cranked up on the first try I put about 15,000 miles on it it never let me down what a solid bike I remember riding it in the mountains pouring down rain never once did it fail me excellent Discovery and channel thank you
Had one exactly the same as this. Great ride and it got thrown around the bends like any other bike.
Im halfway through the restoration of my 76,& I really miss this sound, top job
People have remarked to me on the wonderful sound as I ride past. Good luck with the resto.
They have their own unique sound
I’ve got a late A-model, a 1977. It’s simply a fantastic piece of machinery. Flake Orange #2. 4/5 pipes are NOS. One rechromed. Sounds delicious. Gearing is taller than the J here,and the CV carbs aren’t as responsive as the VM carbs on the J. A friend retrofitted J/K carbs to his GT750B & says most oh the changes are in the carbs.
They were nicknamed "Kettles" here in the UK due to the water cooling which wasn't that common back then. People nowadays tend to associate 2 strokes with small, step though scooter type machines and gems like this beauty are all but forgotten about. With proper maintenance and quality oils etc, 2 strokes can be just as reliable and long lived as 4 strokes, plus you get the sound and the power band!😀👍👍👍👍👍
I agree Phil. Having Roadraced 2 strokes and 4 strokes over a 40 year period, and now owning a Suzuki T250 Hustler, my affection for these motors has not diminished.
Great bike and so nostalgic! Gotta get one!
Stunning bike used to have one
Great sound! Lovely!! 💛
Wow Very Cool Japanese Motorcycle
I had one, I miss it, a tree fell on mine, that's why I don't have her anymore
Ela é como uma senhora altiva nos seus 50 anos mostrando a todos o que era andar de moto antigamente como era elegante e agressivo, muito bonito de assistir. Parabéns!
i've just visited DK MOTORCYCLES in Leek, Staffs, UK. i am amazed at the stuff that comes in from the USA, and the shocking condition of some very standard bikes ruined by being left outdoors for years, if not decades. a lot of bikes looking for new , loving owners. several GT750's like this. i counted 11 v-max yamaha in one row, in varying condition. get down there guys, deffo worth a look.
Thanks for your reply David. You're correct. Same here in Australia. There are still lots of bikes coming in from the US where years of excess resulted in thousands of bikes ridden a few thousand miles then left outside to rot. Unfortunately Japanese chrome and thin steel exhausts suffered badly.
As an American, when you got to that traffic circle I was totally lost.
As am I when watching driving in the USA or Europe. You drive on the Right but sit on the Wrong. 😀
It's like having six cylinders with it being a two stroke. I'll find a longer ride. that was fun!!!
Best colour!
I think so. Alternatives were yellow & blue I believe.
thanks for the video
Really nice bike! Would like to find one...
Smoooooth
Dude, you are driving on the wrong side! :o
The original bike tests at the time said it was as quick as the 2 stroke Kawasaki despite it being much heavier. The fan on the early model was made redundant in later models as it wasn’t necessary. Get rid of that front drum brake asap😳. I preferr the later model.
The drum can be adjusted to work really well. BTW early Yamaha TZ came with drum brake and all were discarded. Try buying one now. Collectors item.
Quik ride starts @ -2:35
You want to sale it???
Manda pro Tonela Brasil, ficará melhor.
みんなもっと回せと言ってるけど、
エンジン暖まって無いから回してないだけでは？
You drive that bike with too low rpm! Don't accelerate always in high gear. For the engine is better to hold it min. at 4000rpm. Especially if you accelerating
Open the gas!!!!!