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Born straight from the race track, the Suzuki RG 500 ("Whispering Death") packed explosive two-stroke power in a barely tamed road version that could kill even the most skilled rider. With a powerband as unpredictable as lightning and deadly piston seize failures, it was the ultimate factory racer disguised for civilian thrills. But where did this technology come from—and why did engineers resort to a literal green tea can for its design? Watch to uncover its shocking history and deadly secrets.