Summary
The Museum purchased this example of the Suzuki RE5 from the Melbourne Motor Cycle Company Pty Ltd in South Melbourne in 1977, shortly after production ceased. It features the original 'space-age' circular 'Nippon Seiki' instrument cluster indicating it is a pre-1976 model which reverted to conventional round instruments. It has dual disc brakes on the front wheel and drum brakes on the rear wheel.
Physical Description
Motor cycle painted blue and silver with black leather seat pad.
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Acquisition Information
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Manufacturer
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Distributor
Melbourne Motor Cycle Co Pty Ltd, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1977
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Inscriptions
Engine no. marked as 'RE 5- 13510' on right side. Odometer: 30 km
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Overall Dimensions
2220 mm (Length), 870 mm (Width), 264 kg (Weight)
Weight includes stillage
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