It is a race-replica based on Suzuki's 250 cc (15 cu in) GP bikes from 1987 to 1998, the RGV V-2 racer.

This motorcycle replaced the RG250 Gamma, which employed an alloy frame with a two-stroke parallel twin engine.

However, once the engine is revved over 8,000 rpm, the power delivery characteristics effectively doubles, as is expected of a two-stroke racing motorcycle.

[citation needed] However, the initial VJ22 models had a design flaw in the 'improved' 3 piece exhaust valves in which they crack likely due to carbon build up from boiling oil within the mechanism and failed to open from the idle/low power position.

[citation needed] These motorcycles are not particularly suited to carrying pillion passengers on long rides, due to their race-oriented, uncomfortable design.