Changes to Suzuki

Press, Volume CXIII, Issue 33383, 15 November 1973, Page 17

Changes to Suzuki

QpHE Suzuki FRSO, which was released on the New Zealand market two weeks ago, is a further development of the successful stepthrough machines from the Japanese factory. The design of the body has been changed and the new motorcycle features a larger seat for more comfort and deeper leg shields for more protection. The machine has been built for travelling around town. The manufacturers claim that the FRSO is an ideal replacement for the car in travelling to work. A redesigned speedometer, including a fuel warning light, has been installed. This flashes when there is 1.2 pints of petrol left in the tank. The bike is very economical, being able to travel 150 miles on one

gallon of fuel, and the motor has been designed to increase efficiency. It has automatic oil injection—the rider does not have to mix the oil and petrol. Chain guards reduce maintenance on chains. It has been estimated that a rider would spend 23c a week on petrol and oil, if he travelled six miles a day. Specifications: Maximum speed. 44 miles an hour; maximum horsepower, 4.5 al 6000 r.p.m.; engine, two-stroke, reed valve, single cylinder; piston displacement, 49 c.c.; transmission, three-speed; fuel tank capacity, 0.9 gallons; lubrication, automatic; over-all length, 71.9 in; over-all height, 41.3 in; wheelbase, 46.5 in; dry weight. 1631 b.