Yes, That's what we will discuss this time, which is about Bridgestone GTO 350 ! Famous Motorcycle from Tire manufacturing !! Curious as to know the detail and history ? Let's Check that out !
Bridgestone 350 GTO, is one of a motorcycle, which was once marketed by Bridgestone. This motorcycles genre was "Classic Dual-Sport", which was first introduced in 1966, and discontinue in 1971 ago, along with a its street bike version, Bridgestone GTR 350. Sadly, The end of production of this classic motorcycle, also marked the end of Bridgestone motorcycle manufactures ... Aka, This motor bike was their two-wheels final product.
In contrast to other Japanese motorcycles, which is normally only limited to products JDM (Japanese Domestic Motorcycle) ... Bridgestone 350 GTO actually preferred as commodity exports to several countries, which used to market the big capacity bike is quite large.
Bridgestone is a Japanese manufacturer, which was founded by Shojiro Ishibashi. , , The name "Bridgestone" is taken from the name of its founder "Ishibashi" ... which when translated into English, means "Ishi = Stone & Bashi = Bridge".
The design, Bridgestone 350 GTO still looks very classic, retro and contemporary buildup. Its chrome touches pretty much (crankshaft block, front drum, cylinder head, exhaust, fuel tank, etc.) adds a slick first impression upon seeing the artificial motorcycle from the tire manufacturer. The details, 350 GTO is equipped with Double-cradle frame, Telescopic Suspension - Dual Shockbreaker, drum brakes and 19-inch tires that they produce themselves.
In the engine sector, Neither Bridgestone GTO nor GTR 350 was equally equipped by 2-Stroke engine, Inline-Twin, 345cc, Disc Valve, with air conditioning and 2 Carburetor Mikuni VM26 Induction. Although this motorcycle is not so famous like the other Japanese Manufacturer such as Yamaha, Honda and Suzuki ... But the assessment of the well-known reviewer at the time, turned out to be very positive !
Yes, This "simple 2 stroke engine" is claimed capable of spewing power up to 40 HP, and was rated highly qualified - not less superior than the British-made motorcycle when it was booming. The topspeed when it is able to reach 100 mph. Bridgestone makes the GTO 350 as a 350cc motorcycle that had equivalent performance 500cc motorcycle!
Bridgestone GTO 350 Specifications
Manufacturing : Bridgestone Kabushiki-gaisha
Model: GTO 350
Production Year : 1966 - 1971
Engine: 2-Stroke, Air-Cooled, Inline-Twin, Rotary Disc Valve
Bore x Stroke: 61 x 59 mm
Cylinder capacity: 345 cc
Compression ratio : 9.3: 1
Transmission : 6-Speed
Fuel Supply : 2 x Carburetor Mikuni VM26
Starter system : Kick Starter
Max Power : 40 HP @ 7500 RPM
Max Torque : 23 N.m @ 6000 RPM
Dimensions L x W x H : 1,950 x 774 x 1,200 mm
Seat height : 825 mm
Wheelbase : 1,381 mm
Ground Clearance : 177 mm
Dry weight : 167 kg
Fuel tank capacity: 14 Litres
Frame : Steel Double-Cradle Frame
Front Suspension : Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension : Dual Shockbreaker, swingarm
Front Brakes : Drum Brake
Rear brakes : Drum Brake
Front Tires : 3:25 - 19 Bridgestone
Rear tires : 3:25 - 19 Bridgestone