LE model GSX-R 750s have been popping up this year. I think it is great to see so many of these rare models preserved, enjoyed and ridden. Today’s GSX-R LE looks fantastic, and has obviously been well loved. With fewer than 13,000 miles on the odometer, there is a lot of life left in her as well. What is the big deal about the LE model versus the “standard” GSX-R of the day? I’ll let the seller explain, starting with the money shot:
From the seller:
The 1980’s was a very special time in motorcycle racing history, and Suzuki knew it. Homologation rules required a certain number of bikes be produced in order to qualify for racing. 1985 was the first year of the GSXR 750. Almost 100 LBS lighter than its competition at the time, it set the standard for racing. But Suzuki wasn’t done. They produced 500 “limited edition’ models in 1986, which offered even more trick items to include a dry clutch, factory fiberglass solo seat, bigger forks and brakes, adjustable shock, a swingarm prepped for spools, aluminum chain guard, and a few other goodies. Over the years the gsxr has has become THE iconic superbike of racing, and it all started here.
From the seller:
For sale is a very rare 1986 GSXR 750R limtied edition. This is a Canadian model which I purchased about 5 years ago. It has a clear title in my name. Although the bike is almost 30 years old it still looks and runs great. I drive it regularly, time permitting. Unlike some collectors, I actually enjoy riding my bikes, as opposed to using them as garage art. Full Spectrum racing in Orlando Florida helped with refreshing the top end and tuning the motor. Randy Voth is amazing with these old GSXR’s and the only one I have ever let work on the bike. Each cylinder now has 180+ lbs of compression. The bike is currently running a set of new 1100 carbs and dyno’d at 107hp at the rear wheel, on a very conservative dyno. The yosh pipe sounds amazing. In addtion, the bike has a NOS gsxr gas tank which I purchased (no longer available from Suzuki), new coils, Wilber adjustable rear shock, 1995 GSXR 5.5 by 17 rear wheel powdercoated blue, fabrication work by Wyn Belorusky to include swingarm bracing, custom rearsets, rear brake hanger, 2004 GSXR750 complete front end with forks, clipons, brake calipers, master cylinder, rotors, braided lines, and 3.5 by 17 front wheel powdercoated blue. The bike has a carbon fiber front fender to complete the conversion. New clear Zero Gravity windscreen, billet aluminum left and right engine side covers and sprocket cover, period correct yoshimura pipe ceramic coated, new chain and sprockets, Yosh carb heat shield, and ohlins steering dampner. The bodywork is in very good condition for the age. All bodywork is original Suzuki. The lower is a NOS item I purchased (big $). The bike has been to deals gap and made the homepage cover of killboy. It always draws a croud.
From the seller:
Overall its a very nice bike which I have built to ride and enjoy. I have and will include in the auction the aluminum chain guard, rearsets with OEM heel guards, OEM front end, OEM side covers, and factory original limted 18″ wheels which came with the bike when I bought it. I’ll also throw in a pit bull rear stand! The bike has a brand new battery, and fresh Castrol synthetic oil/filter less than one month ago.
Bidding has started on this LE model GSX-R 750, and the price is currently up to $6,400 with reserve still in place. There is no BIN on this auction, so you take your chances and let the pieces lay where they fall. If earlier LE models are any indication, the price has quite a ways to climb before that reserve lifts. Check out the auction here, and then let us know your thoughts on this not-quite-stock but still very, very good looking Limited Edition. Good Luck!
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If Wyn worked on this you know its good!!