Suzuki RG50
The Suzuki RG50 motorcycle was produced in different versions from the late '70s, one of them - the RG50 Gamma - being a sport variant. Both were powered by a two-stroke, single-cylinder engine of 49 cubic centimeters swept volume; the Gamma model, in production from at least 1986 through 1990, differed in many respects, notably with better suspension, being water-cooled, having a racing exhaust, and rated over seven horsepower. Equipped with a small fairing and with power typically ~7.2ps, this model became popular in certain racing formats (see below).
RG50 types had a six-speed
The motorcycle's dry weight varied between model years; typically around 62 kg, but cf. the 1995 Gamma variant at 73kg[2] (a stronger chassis and water cooling being partly responsible) versus the 1982 Gamma at 69kg.[3]
In some countries, such as New Zealand, the RG50 was a popular bike choice for bucket racing, being light and easy to tune. The Gamma variant needed less preparation being already essentially in racing tune.
References
- ^ "Suzuki RG50". Suzuki Tech. Suzuki. Retrieved 25 December 2021.
- ^ "SUZUKI RG50 (Gamma) Parts and Technical Specifications". Webike Japan. Retrieved 2021-12-26.
- ^ Haapamäki, Jarmo. "Suzuki motorcycles fan site". Suzuki Cycles. Retrieved 26 December 2021.