Highlights

Restored over a 10-year ownership period
Engine rebuilt in 2025 by a well-known Kettle Club member
Imported from the USA and now registered on UK plates
Described by the vendor as ready to ride

The Appeal

The Suzuki GT750, affectionately known as the "Kettle" in the UK, was a landmark machine; Suzuki's first water-cooled production motorcycle and a genuine grand tourer powered by a characterful two-stroke triple. The GT750J, dating from 1972, is among the most collectable iterations of this iconic model, and good examples are increasingly hard to find.

This particular GT750J was imported from the USA approximately 10 years ago as a complete but tired restoration project, and was re-registered in 2025. Over the course of a decade, the current owner has methodically rebuilt the motorcycle, with mechanical, electrical and cosmetic work addressed. We're informed the motorcycle presents very well for its 54 years and is ready to be ridden and enjoyed.

Key Information

Mileage: 13,853 miles (unwarranted, vendor notes mileage is around 50,000)
Country of registration: United Kingdom (imported from the USA, re-registered in January 2025)
Technical inspection status: MOT exempt
Technical specs: 739cc three-cylinder two-stroke, five-speed manual
Paperwork: V5C, service manual, Haynes workshop manual

The Detail

Eye-catching purple and white paintwork
Black seat pad with white ‘Suzuki GT’ lettering
Rear luggage rack
Extensively restored over the 10-year ownership period
Engine fully rebuilt in 2025, including new crank seals, pistons and associated components
Carburettors rebuilt
Electronic ignition fitted
Quad-exit exhaust
Professionally re-chromed
Minor chrome flaking noted on one exhaust, reportedly only visible from underneath the bike
The vendor describes the motorcycle as being in very good overall condition

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