21st Sep, 2011 14:00
Imperial War Museum Duxford
1984 Suzuki RG500 MK9
Estimated at £30,000 - £35,000
Lot details
Registration No: N/A
MOT Expiry Date: N/A
1982 witnessed the introduction of a significantly revised version of the RG500 featuring a stepped cylinder, square four two stroke engine with two crankshafts rather than the four previously employed. Typed the MK VII, the new machine was reputed to deliver approximately 115bhp. It was followed by the MKVIII for the following season which, apart from some minor cosmetic changes was essentially the same as the MK VII retaining the power plant and steel chassis of its predecessor. 1984 marked the introduction of the final complete RG in the form of the MK IX.
The new model benefited from an increase in the size of the carburettors to 38mm from the 36mm previously employed, however, it was the chassis that received the greatest changes. The steel frame of the previous models gave way to an aluminum box section unit that had benefited from Suzuki's experience with the works machines. A 16 inch front wheel was complimented by an 18 inch rear and the bodywork was significantly revised. The following season saw a change in policy as far as the RG was concerned with the company only supplying engines.
The example offered is presented to a very high standard in an attractive blue and white livery and appears to be original except for the Brembo front calipers fitted. The vendor informs us that it has recently been serviced by Norbert Prokschi and it is supplied with an extra set of wheels fitted with slick tyres.
Registration No: N/A
MOT Expiry Date: N/A
1982 witnessed the introduction of a significantly revised version of the RG500 featuring a stepped cylinder, square four two stroke engine with two crankshafts rather than the four previously employed. Typed the MK VII, the new machine was reputed to deliver approximately 115bhp. It was followed by the MKVIII for the following season which, apart from some minor cosmetic changes was essentially the same as the MK VII retaining the power plant and steel chassis of its predecessor. 1984 marked the introduction of the final complete RG in the form of the MK IX.
The new model benefited from an increase in the size of the carburettors to 38mm from the 36mm previously employed, however, it was the chassis that received the greatest changes. The steel frame of the previous models gave way to an aluminum box section unit that had benefited from Suzuki's experience with the works machines. A 16 inch front wheel was complimented by an 18 inch rear and the bodywork was significantly revised. The following season saw a change in policy as far as the RG was concerned with the company only supplying engines.
The example offered is presented to a very high standard in an attractive blue and white livery and appears to be original except for the Brembo front calipers fitted. The vendor informs us that it has recently been serviced by Norbert Prokschi and it is supplied with an extra set of wheels fitted with slick tyres.
Auction: Imperial War Museum Duxford, 21st Sep, 2011
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