As well as marking Suzuki's first 500cc class victory, the victory was notable for being the first 500cc class win for a motorcycle powered by a two stroke engine. His greatest victory came in 1973 when he won the Isle of Man Senior TT after 15 years of trying.
In addition to Suzuki's first 500cc class triumph, the victory was significant because it marked the first 500cc class win for a motorcycle powered by a two-stroke engine. His most notable achievement came in 1973 when he won the Isle of Man Senior TT after 15 years of attempting.