Suzuki was basically an unknown another Japanese bike maker in mid-60's until they released X-6 Hustler. Before the Hustler, Suzuki only had pressed steel frame and single 2-stroke motor. With the brain of Masanao Shimizu, who was in charge of Suzuki racing team, Suzuki cranked up the 247cc, 2-stroke, air-cooled parallel twin which powered the bike to reach almost 100mph with 29hp @7500rpm. A major advancement was the engine’s Posi-Force automatic lubrication system, which freed owners from having to keep a can of 2-stroke oil in their tool bag. As long as the separate oil tank was full, the Posi-Force system did the rest, increasing reliability and ease of use immensely. They also put 6th gear, race- developed front brake; double-leading shoes in an 8-inch dimension and even an onboard air pump. The Hustler faded away as the big motor battle started in late 60's. The bike still remains as one of the most popular Japanese classic motorcycles.
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