Suzuki Rg500 Gamma vs Honda Rc51 Sp1
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Suzuki Rg500 Gamma vs Honda Rc51 Sp1. Suzuki Rg500 Gamma: 95 hp @ 9,500 rpm hp, 154 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 220 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.5/10. Honda Rc51 Sp1: 136 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 201 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 270 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Rg500 Gamma
Honda Rc51 Sp1
Horsepower (hp)
95 hp
136 hp
Torque (Nm)
75 Nm
102 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
220 km/h
270 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
154 kg
201 kg
Type
Supersport
Supersport
Horsepower
95 hp @ 9,500 rpm
136 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
75 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
102 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
220 km/h
270 km/h
Weight
154 kg (wet/curb weight)
201 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
Approximately 8–12 L/100km (8–12 km/L) depending on riding style; two-strokes vary widely with throttle use
7.5 L/100km (approximately 13.3 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Rg500 Gamma
8.5/10
"The most exciting road motorcycle of its era, demanding complete commitment."
Pros
+Genuine GP-derived performance
+Razor-sharp chassis handling
+Appreciating collector value
Cons
−Expensive, specialist maintenance required
−Parts increasingly scarce
−Powervalve seizure risk
Honda Rc51 Sp1
8.0/10
"A flawed masterpiece that rewards patient, experienced owners who research thoroughly."
Pros
+Intoxicating V-twin soundtrack
+Honda reliability versus competitors
+Appreciating collector value
Cons
−Expensive valve service intervals
−SP1 fueling rough below 4000rpm
−Frame crack history on track bikes
Top 10 Accessories
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