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Suzuki RG 400 Gamma 1985

General moped information

ModelSuzuki RG 400 Gamma
Year1985
CategorySport
Rating63.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes

Engine and transmission

Engine typeV4, two-stroke
Power59.00 HP (43.1 kW)) @ 9000 RPM
Top speed205.0 km/h (127.4 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)4.900 seconds
1/4 mile (0.4 km)11.800 seconds
Fuel systemCarburettor. Mikuni VM28SH (VM28SS), four (Flat Slide)
Fuel controlRotary valves
Ignitionelectronic SUZUKI ´PEI´ 14deg B.T.D.C.below1700rpm 26deg B.T.D.C. (2700 - 6000rpm) 11deg B.T.D.C.above9500rpm; NGK : BR9ES; 12V 14.4KC (4Ah)/10HR; Three-phase AC.; 20A
Lubrication systemSuzuki ´CCI´ Oil pump injection (carbs) + Wet sump (transmission/clutch)
Cooling systemLiquid
Gearbox6-speed
Clutchwet 8-plate type
Fuel consumption9.00 litres/100 km (11.1 km/l or 26.14 mpg)
Greenhouse gases208.8 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Exhaust system4in4 steel pipes with expansion chambers

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Frame typedouble downtube, full cradle, box section aluminium perimetre frame
Rake (fork angle)25.5°
Trail110 mm (4.3 inches)
Front tyre dimensions2.50-16
Rear tyre dimensions2.75-17
Front brakesDouble disc. 4-piston calipers
Front brakes diameter260 mm (10.2 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc. 2-piston caliper
Rear brakes diameter210 mm (8.3 inches)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight154.0 kg (339.5 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc181.0 kg (399.0 pounds)
Power/weight ratio0.3831 HP/kg
Front percentage of weight49.0
Rear percentage of weight51.0
Seat height770 mm (30.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height1,185 mm (46.7 inches)
Overall length2,100 mm (82.7 inches)
Overall width695 mm (27.4 inches)
Ground clearance120 mm (4.7 inches)
Fuel capacity22.00 litres (5.81 gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity5.00 litres (1.32 gallons)

Other specifications

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