Suzuki Motorcycles The Classic Two Stroke Era

Researched and written in Japan with the full co-operation of the factory, here in definitive detail is the story of the two-stroke Suzuki bikes – a series of models that put the company on the map, helping it to survive a difficult era that saw hundreds of Japanese motorcycle makers reduced to just four. Successful immediately, the two-stroke models defended Suzuki's honour on the tracks as well as in the showrooms, handing the company numerous world championship titles. The series has now been all but killed off, but Suzuki Motorcycles - The Classic Two-stroke Era helps celebrate an era when the two-stroke was king, concentrating on the 1950s through to the late-1970s.

Since the formation of the company in 1909, Suzuki motorcycles have been known for their quality and performance. This exciting volume tells the story of the long history of the Suzuki corporation and then breaks down some of the greatest Suzuki models and talks speed and performance, giving readers a full buyer's guide to meet their needs. It is perfect for both the beginner and long-term motorcycle enthusiast and includes bios of some famous motocross pros who ride Suzuki bikes.

Whether it be an entry level GT380, or a ground-breaking water-cooled GT750, this step-by-step full restoration guide covers it, from dismantling, sourcing parts, spraying and decals, to polishing, safe set-up and general maintenance. Even riding safely and storage are covered, making this a must-have guide for all Suzuki Triple enthusiasts.

Everything you need to know to restore or customize your classic Japanese motorcycle. Whether you want to correctly restore a classic Japanese motorcycle or create a modified, custom build, you need the right information about how to perform the mechanical and cosmetic tasks required to get an old, frequently neglected, and often long-unridden machine back in working order. How to Rebuild and Restore Classic Japanese Motorcycles is your thorough, hands-on manual, covering all the mechanical subsystems that make up a motorcycle. From finding a bike to planning your project to dealing with each mechanical system, How to Rebuild and Restore Classic Japanese Motorcycles includes everything you need to know to get your classic back on the road. Japanese motorcycles have been the best-selling bikes in the world since the mid-1960s, driven by the "big four": Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, and Kawasaki. Of course certain bikes have always had a following - Honda CB750, 305 Hawk, CB400-4, Benly; Suzuki GT750, Katana, GS1000S; Yamaha XS650, RD400 Daytona, TZ; Kawaski H1, H2, Z1R - and these have now become the blue-chip Japanese bikes leading collectors to seek out more common (and now more affordable) alternatives. This is the perfect book for anyone interested in classic Japanese motorcycles, as well as prepping a bike to build a cafe racer, street tracker, or other custom build.

In 1985 Suzuki bought the technology from its championship-winning Grand Prix motorcycles to the street in the form of the groundbreaking GSX-R series. For decades the Japanese manufacturers has built sporting motorcycles that were all motor and very little else. For the complete package --bikes that handles as well on a racetrack as they handled in a straight-line drag race--riders had to purchase ultra expensive, ultra exotic machinery from Europeans manufacturers. In one lightning strike Suzuki changed that, Suzuki GSX-R tells the complete story of these remarkable bikes.

Contains alphabetically arranged entries that provide brief descriptions, as well as longer histories of different makes of motorcycles from around the world; and includes color photographs of many of the featured bikes.