LOT 683

1970 Suzuki T125 Stinger Registration no. EHJ 621H Frame no. T125-113814 Engine no. T125-114093

Sold for £4,370 inc. premium

Lot 683

1970 Suzuki T125 Stinger
Registration no. EHJ 621H Frame no. T125-113814 Engine no. T125-114093

The Winter Sale - including The National Motorcycle Museum Reserve Collection - Bicester Heritage|12 December 2020, 10:00 GMT|Bicester, Bicester Heritage

1970 Suzuki T125 Stinger
Registration no. EHJ 621H
Frame no. T125-113814
Engine no. T125-114093

In 1969 Suzuki replaced its existing T200-based 125cc T125 twin with the sensational all-new T125 Stinger. The Stinger's engine layout was a new one for Suzuki, featuring almost-horizontal cylinders and downdraft carburettors, while the upswept exhaust system's slender protruding end-cans suggested insect aggression and gave the model its evocative name. Built in unit with the five-speed gearbox, the engine was housed in a tubular spine frame equipped with conventional cycle parts. Producing 15.1bhp and weighing a mere 211lbs, the Stinger possessed class-leading performance and proved capable of humbling larger machines over twisty going. There was also a 90cc version produced for two seasons only. Unique in the Suzuki model range, the T125 Stinger remained in production until 1973 when it was replaced for '74 by the more conventional GT125. Today the model is one of the most collectible of 1960s Suzukis. This example of an increasingly sought-after classic Suzuki was restored in the USA using new-old-stock parts and then shipped to the UK in 2019. The machine is described by the vendor as in running condition and comes with a current MoT and a V5C Registration Certificate.

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