GS750/1000

Engine: 750-1000cc four-stroke fours, DOHC Weight: 225-215kg Top speed: 120-135mph Year: 1976-1980 750 was unashamedly based on Kawasaki’s Z1 but with a substantially better handling chassis and less mass. Everyone goes for the larger GS1000 in its various guises, meaning the 750 is massively overlooked and therefore cheaper. Same electric issues as 550-650 but otherwise sound. GS1000S is a Wes Cooley replica and commands big money. GS750, with wire wheels, arguably the smartest thought-out, best value, air-cooled Japanese four bar none.