Suzuki GS500 - GS500 / GS500E Specifications

GS500 / GS500E Specifications

GS 500 E 1979-1981

The air cooled GS500E engine traces its roots back to the first Suzuki four-strokes. The 1977 GS400 became the GS425, then the GS450, and finally the GS500, which retains the same basic layout and qualities, such as reliability, that made the original GS engines so appealing.

• Overall Length: 2,200 mm (86.6 in)
• Overall Width: 850 mm (33.5 in)
• Overall Height: 1,155 mm (45.5 in)
• Wheelbase: 1,435 mm (56.5 in)
• Dry Weight: 200 kg (440 lbs)
• Engine type: Air-cooled 486 cc inline-4, DOHC, 8 valves. 46 hp.

GS 500 E 1989-2009

Totally new model

The model name GS500E suddenly reappeared in the Suzuki program in 1989. Again, the four-stoke DOHC formula was used but this time there were only two cylinders, with a 180 degree crank. A counterbalancer was used in the engine to get rid of vibrations but despite the double overhead camshafts the engine had only two valves per cylinder and modest power output.

But the GS500E twin had a very rigid frame, Full Floater swingarm, slingshot carburetors, large disc brake at the front and lightweight, hollow 3-spoke wheels. The combination made the chassis better than usually found in ”commuter” bikes.

The GS500E has been a popular model for years and it's still in production. No larger upgrades have been made and the bike is still popular, after 14 years in production.

The given specifications vary some between the countries,depending on the emission/noise/insurance regulations etc.

Engine

• Type: Four-stroke, air-cooled Parallel Twin Cylinder, DOHC, two valves per cylinder
• Bore: 74.0 mm (2.913 in)
• Stroke: 56.6 mm (2.228 in)
• Displacement: 487 cc (29,7 cu. in)
• Compression ratio: 9.0:1
• Carburetor: Mikuni BST33 Twin For France Mikuni BSR34 Twin
• Air Cleaner: Non-woven fabric element
• Starter System: Electric
• Lubrication System: Wet sump
• Ignition: CDI, maintenance-free battery
• Engine redline: 11,000 rpm
• Max recommended rpm: 10,000 rpm
• Primary drive ratio: 0.368 (Engine 28T / Clutch 76T)
• Horsepower: 1989–1996 52 hp (38 kW) at 9200 rpm. 2001 47,7 hp (35,1 kW) at 9200 rpm. 1997–2009 47 hp (34.3 kW) at 9200 rpm.
• Torque: 1989–1996 30.4 ft·lbf (41.2 N·m) at 7500 rpm. 2001 40,2 Nm at 7.500 rpm. 1997–2009 29.5 ft·lbf (40.0 N·m) at 7400 rpm.
• Fuel Economy: 50–60 mpg at 49-56 mph (3.9 to 4.7 litres per 100 km at 80–90 km/h (21.277 - 25.641 KM/L))
• Top speed: 102-108 mph (165–175 km/h)
• Acceleration 0-62 mph (0–100 km/h): 5–6 seconds

Transmission

• Clutch: Wet, multi-plate type
• Transmission: 6-speed constant mesh
• Gearshift Pattern: 1-down, 5-up
• Primary Reduction Ratio: (2.714 (76/28))
• Gear Ratios: Low - 16.29:1 (2.461 (32/13))

2nd - 11.76:1 (1.777 (32/18))

3rd - 9.14:1 (1.380 (29/21))

4th - 7.44:1 (1.125 (27/24))

5th - 6.36:1 (0.961 (25/26))

Top - 5.64:1 (0.851 (23/27))

• Final Reduction Ration: (2.437 (39/16))
• Drive Chain: D.I.D. 520VM, 110 links
• Front Sprocket: 16 tooth
• Rear Sprocket: 39 tooth

Brakes

• Front: Single disc 310 mm, 1989-2003 Equipped with hydraulic Dual-Piston Calipers 2004-2009 Equipped with hydraulic 4-Piston Calipers
• Rear: Single disc 250 mm, hydraulic Dual-Piston Calipers

Wheels and Tires

• Front: 110/70-17 54H, tubeless tire - Pressure Solo & Two Riding 225 kPa 2.25 kg/cmª 33 psi
• Rear: 130/70-17 62H, tubeless tire - Pressure Solo Riding 250 kPa 2.50 kg/cmª 36 psi Pressure Two Riding 280 kPa 2.80 kg/cmª 41 psi

Suspension

• Front: Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
• Rear: Link-type, 7-way adjustable spring preload

Dimensions & Geometry

• Length: 2,075 mm (81.7 in) For Netherlands 2,105 mm (82.9 in) For Switzerland, Germany and Austria 2,180 mm (86 in)
• Width: 745 mm (29.3 in)
• Height: 1,045 mm (41.1 in)
• Seat height: 790 mm (31 in)
• Wheel base: 1,410 mm (56 in)
• Ground clearance: 155 mm (6.1 in)
• Caster (Rake): 1989-2000 25° 30' 2001-2009 25°
• Trail: 1989-2000 95 mm (3.7 in) 2001-2009 97 mm (3.8 in)
• Weight: 169 kg (370 lb) (dry, manufacturer claimed)

Capacities

• Fuel Tank, Including Reserve: 17.0 L (3.740 imp gal; 4.491 US gal)

Reserve: 3.5 L (0.770 imp gal; 0.925 US gal)

• Engine Oil, with filter change: 2900 ml (0.638 imp gal; 0.766 US gal)

without filter: 2600 ml (0.572 imp gal; 0.687 US gal)