"1976 SUZUKI RE5 ROTARY– BRAND NEW, 0 MILES FROM NEW ORIGINAL SURVIVOR! Manufactured 4/75
This Suzuki RE-5 is a brand new example of the most important rotary
engine motorcycle manufactured by Suzuki in 1975 and 1976 that became a
permanent part of Suzuki history and still represents the fantastic performance
and technology of rotary technology…
The condition of this machine is brand new with less than one mile on the
odometer, 7/10 to be exact (no motorcycle delivered to a dealer ever actually has 0 miles on the
odometer) and is completely original and un-restored. It has had no miles
accumulated on it from the time it was new. The frame and engine numbers are factory correct and original. It is the 500 cc engine. The gearbox is also original to the machine. This RE5 is completely original and has never
been apart or restored in any way. I believe
I am the third owner from new. It is in showroom new condition, and is a
historical piece that should be preserved by the new owner in part for future reference
on restorations of other RE5s.
This machine has been in my collection for some time and has been
started recently to make sure everything still works.
When I purchased the bike, it had been sitting for some time in
completely original condition. I also
discovered it hadn’t even been dealer prepped when new. I went through
the machine top to bottom and checked all of the major engine, transmission,
and braking components for functionality and safety. The gas tank
was still in as new condition, with no wear evident. The carburetors were inspected,
cleaned, and re-installed, the air filter checked, all fluids changed, and both
front and rear brakes were taken apart cleaned, re-built, and re-installed, the
consequence of the bike sitting idle for a long period of time. As for the oil, I used Castrol GTX.
The tire on the front is the original INOUE Grand High Speed GS-8 F1,
3.25 H19, and the rear tire is the original INOUE Grand High Speed GS-8 R1 4.00
H18. The tires and tubes have NOT been
replaced and, while not as soft and pliable as when they were new, are in
amazing original condition, with no cracking or dry rot evident. The wire wheels are also original,
and and are in excellent condition.
The seat is original and the upholstery is in perfect condition with no
rips, tears, or wear of any kind.
The engine and transmission are in excellent interior condition due to
being brand new and absence of any type of harsh storage conditions or abuse
throughout its life.
A complete cleaning and detailing was performed, and although detailing
on an original machine is never completed, the overall condition of the
finishes is remarkable considering the age of the machine.
The aluminum parts are in excellent condition overall, but due to the
originality, I did not want to go too far polishing any parts.
The chrome is also in near perfect condition.
The paint on the gas tank and side covers is the original black and is,
along with the original gold stripes, flawless. The original badges are
still applied to the gas tank and side covers.
All of the plastic covers, etc. are in excellent condition and are not
in need of any type of repair.
I have two other RE5s, a '75 and a '76, and I will say that they are very
easy to handle and maintain. They shift
and accelerate smoothly and hold the road just like any other modern bike should. These bikes are really interesting to ride
and a lot faster than you think.
There is absolutely NOTHING that needs to be done to this machine to enjoy
it as a showpiece. If the new owner does
decide to ride it occasionally, there’s nothing that needs to be done to take
it on the road. Unlike a lot of collector motorcycles for sale on the internet,
this RE5 is ready to ride and not in need of any expensive service once you get
it home.
Please note that I have the ORIGINAL certificate of origin AND a clear
title for the motorcycle. The new owner somehow
kept the certificate of origin when he applied for plates, so it will be
included with the sale." 
