1980 Suzuki GS550L

Thumper · 05-14-2024, 01:28 PM

Alas... So much for the GS550!

I had a standard (first year -1977). Spoked. What a wonderful first road bike.

I traded it with my brother for a 67 Nova, then bought a 1978 GS550E (mag wheels were the only substantial difference)

Again, FANTASTIC little bike. 6 speed with digital gear indicator, HP built to ~50 at 6000 rpm, but it was no slouch between 2000 and 4000. Such a smotthe, sweet ride. I paid $1560 for the 1977. No kidding. I will never forget that number. Showroom new, 0 miles.

05-14-2024, 01:28 PM	#40
Thumper Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Kansas City Posts: 2,342	Alas... So much for the GS550! I had a standard (first year -1977). Spoked. What a wonderful first road bike. I traded it with my brother for a 67 Nova, then bought a 1978 GS550E (mag wheels were the only substantial difference) Again, FANTASTIC little bike. 6 speed with digital gear indicator, HP built to ~50 at 6000 rpm, but it was no slouch between 2000 and 4000. Such a smotthe, sweet ride. I paid $1560 for the 1977. No kidding. I will never forget that number. Showroom new, 0 miles. __________________ -2022 5 speed Templar X Orange, OEM 51T rear sprocket, 14T front sprocket -NOS 2020 KTM 250SX (2-stroke motocross), less than 10 hours on it
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