Suzuki GS500
47 hp, 487 cc, 410 lbs1988 - 2000
Engine
Max power47 hp (@9 500 RPM)
Max torque30 lb ft (@7 500 RPM)
Displacement487 cc
LayoutDOHC Inline-2
Valves4
Redline11 000 RPM
Idling speed1 200 RPM
ManagementCarburetor
Compression8.00:1
Bore x Stroke74.0 mm x 56.6 mm
Oil capacity3.03 quart
Oil type10W40, Motul 300V 10W40, Shell Rotella 10W40
Spark plug typeNGK DPR8EA-9, DENSO X24EPR-U9
CoolingLiquid
Weight to power8.72 lbs/hp
Power to weight286 hp/2500lbs
Battery type12V 11Ah
Brakes
Front brakesDisc
Front caliper2 pistons
Front brake diameter310 mm
Rear brakesDisc
Rear caliper1 piston
Rear brake diameter250 mm
Brake fluidDOT4
Tires
Front tire110/70 Z17
Rear tire130/70 Z17
Dyno chart of 2000 Suzuki GS500