Suzuki - DR 750 S - Big - 1988
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€ 2,750
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Selected by Davide Marelli
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Estimate € 6,100 - € 6,800
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Suzuki DR 750 S Big, first registered in 1988.
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Suzuki DR 750 S Big - 1988
An Icon of Paris-Dakar Fully Restored and Documented on Video**
We present the opportunity to acquire a true milestone in motorcycle history: the 1988 Suzuki DR 750 S. Globally known as the "DR Big", this model revolutionized the trail/adventure segment by boasting the world’s largest single-cylinder engine on a production bike.
Directly inspired by the Dakar Rally competition prototype DR-Zeta, the DR 750 S was the absolute pioneer of the iconic bulldog-style fender design—a bold visual signature that redefined adventure bikes to this day.
**Details, Restoration and History of This Example:**
The odometer currently reads 92,000 km, a mileage that testifies to its true spirit as a long-distance machine. In its history, it proudly includes two round trips to Morocco, crossing tracks and deserts with total success.
**Full Restoration in 2025 (With Complete YouTube Documentation):**
To ensure this icon remained impeccable and reliable for the future, the bike underwent a deep, full restoration completed in 2025, while preserving its originality. The entire process was rigorously filmed and is available on YouTube, where you can follow step by step the dedication, the details and the quality of the mechanical and cosmetic work performed.
Since restoration, the bike undertook a complete trip around Portugal, serving as the road test and reliability check after the restoration, confirming it is mechanically functional and ready for any challenge.
**Originality Level and Included Extras (90% Original):**
The bike retains 90% of its factory originality, having received a few carefully selected aesthetic and functional upgrades to enhance comfort and travel readiness:
* **Acerbis hand protections:** Greater protection against wind and impacts.
* **Dark windscreen:** More aggressive look and better aerodynamic protection.
* **Exhaust:** Revised line due to panniers and it highlights the unique sound of the single-cylinder engine.
* **Metal panniers:** Simple, ideal for long adventure journeys, painted with a unique image.
* **Aesthetic rear modification:** Clean and modernized lines, giving a more streamlined and current look without losing the classic identity, but removing the lower rear section and altering the tail light and license plate position.
**Documentation and Condition:**
Documentation:** Up-to-date, ready for ownership transfer.
Current Condition:** A recent restoration, perfectly road-validated and with full transparency thanks to the video record. A motorcycle with soul and history for the next owner.
Don’t miss the opportunity to own one of the most charismatic and collectible bikes from the late 80s. A specimen with real history, restored in 2025 and ready to enter any exhibition or hit the road immediately.
Suzuki DR 750 S Big - 1988
An Icon of Paris-Dakar Fully Restored and Documented on Video**
We present the opportunity to acquire a true milestone in motorcycle history: the 1988 Suzuki DR 750 S. Globally known as the "DR Big", this model revolutionized the trail/adventure segment by boasting the world’s largest single-cylinder engine on a production bike.
Directly inspired by the Dakar Rally competition prototype DR-Zeta, the DR 750 S was the absolute pioneer of the iconic bulldog-style fender design—a bold visual signature that redefined adventure bikes to this day.
**Details, Restoration and History of This Example:**
The odometer currently reads 92,000 km, a mileage that testifies to its true spirit as a long-distance machine. In its history, it proudly includes two round trips to Morocco, crossing tracks and deserts with total success.
**Full Restoration in 2025 (With Complete YouTube Documentation):**
To ensure this icon remained impeccable and reliable for the future, the bike underwent a deep, full restoration completed in 2025, while preserving its originality. The entire process was rigorously filmed and is available on YouTube, where you can follow step by step the dedication, the details and the quality of the mechanical and cosmetic work performed.
Since restoration, the bike undertook a complete trip around Portugal, serving as the road test and reliability check after the restoration, confirming it is mechanically functional and ready for any challenge.
**Originality Level and Included Extras (90% Original):**
The bike retains 90% of its factory originality, having received a few carefully selected aesthetic and functional upgrades to enhance comfort and travel readiness:
* **Acerbis hand protections:** Greater protection against wind and impacts.
* **Dark windscreen:** More aggressive look and better aerodynamic protection.
* **Exhaust:** Revised line due to panniers and it highlights the unique sound of the single-cylinder engine.
* **Metal panniers:** Simple, ideal for long adventure journeys, painted with a unique image.
* **Aesthetic rear modification:** Clean and modernized lines, giving a more streamlined and current look without losing the classic identity, but removing the lower rear section and altering the tail light and license plate position.
**Documentation and Condition:**
Documentation:** Up-to-date, ready for ownership transfer.
Current Condition:** A recent restoration, perfectly road-validated and with full transparency thanks to the video record. A motorcycle with soul and history for the next owner.
Don’t miss the opportunity to own one of the most charismatic and collectible bikes from the late 80s. A specimen with real history, restored in 2025 and ready to enter any exhibition or hit the road immediately.
Details
Brand
Suzuki
Model type
DR 750 S - Big
Year of first registration
1988
Condition
Very good
Registration papers
with Portuguese registration
Mileage
92000 km
Frame number
SP41A105493
Located in country
Portugal
CoC (Certificate of Conformity) present
No
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Catawiki always aims to offer you the best possible buying experience. Our experts virtually review and select every vehicle in line with our submission guidelines and we require our sellers to provide the most accurate description of the vehicle. However, providing a fully detailed analysis of the vehicle is extremely difficult, and close to impossible. To guide you, we ask our sellers to provide information about the vehicle’s condition. Please consider that most vehicles for sale are classic vehicles and they often already have a whole life behind them, meaning that even a condition 1 or 2 vehicle might need maintenance to be ready for the road. It is advised to carefully read our submission guidelines that further describe details about the condition grades and types to manage your expectations. Cars are sold “as is”, meaning as described and in the condition they are in at the time of the sale and without any representation, warranty or assumption of liability of any kind as to the condition by Catawiki or by the seller. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from yours, your local garage, or the dealer’s opinion. This does not automatically mean the car does not conform to its description. Before bidding, please check your local legislation regarding vehicle registration. Neither the seller nor Catawiki is responsible for the registration of the vehicle in your country and will not accept a cancellation for your failure to register the vehicle. We also recommend that, if possible, you arrange a viewing with the seller before placing a bid.
