Harry Everts came, saw, and conquered. His signing was seen as a changing of the guard in the Belgian press. Three-time world champion and last year's runner-up Rahier left Suzuki to prove that he could become world champion on another bike, and his young compatriot became world champion straight away. After his title in 1975 and some rather difficult years, this was also a great return to the big stage for Harry.

The Suzuki factory RA 125 was equipped with water cooling for the first time.

Gaston Rahier moved from Suzuki to Yamaha, not least for financial reasons, where he replaced Gérard Rond, who in turn was given a Suzuki contract for the 500cc class.