Suzuki Rg500 Gamma
The Suzuki RG500 Gamma was introduced in 1984 as a road-legal replica of Suzuki's RG500 Grand Prix racing motorcycle, which had dominated the 500cc World Championship with riders like Barry Sheene and Marco Lucchinelli. It featured a square-four two-stroke engine derived directly from the race bike, making it one of the most exotic and powerful production motorcycles of its era. Production ran until 1987, and it remains highly sought after by collectors due to its race-bred pedigree, lightweight aluminum frame, and raw two-stroke performance.
95 hp
Power
75 Nm
Torque
154 kg
Weight
220 km/h
Top Speed
Approximately 8ā12 L/100km (8ā12 km/L) depending on riding style; two-strokes vary widely with throttle use
Fuel
Faired
Body
What Buyers Should Know
Strong Resale Value
The RG500 Gamma is a highly collectible 2-stroke GP replica, with well-maintained examples regularly fetching $15,000ā$30,000+ USD. Values have been climbing steadily as rideable examples become increasingly rare.
Power Valve Maintenance Critical
The SAEC (Suzuki Automatic Exhaust Control) power valves are notorious for seizing if not regularly cleaned and serviced. Neglected valves can cause severe power loss or engine damage, so always verify their condition before buying.
Square Four 2-Stroke Engine
It features a rare 500cc square-four two-stroke engine derived directly from Suzuki's 1970sā80s Grand Prix race bikes, producing around 95 hp in stock form. This exotic layout makes parts scarce and specialist knowledge essential for repairs.
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