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Suzuki GS 500F

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Make Model

Suzuki GS 500F

Year

2004 - 06

Engine

Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC

Capacity

487 cc / 29.7 cu in
Bore x Stroke 74 x 56.6 mm
Compression Ratio 9.0:1
Cooling System Air cooled

Induction

2 x 33mm Mikuni BST carburetors

Ignition

Transistorised electronig ignition

Starting

Electric

Max Power

38 kW / 51 hp @ 9500 rpm 

Max Torque

41.3 Nm / 4.2 kgf-m / 30.5 lb-ft @ 7500 rpm

Transmission

6 Speed

Final Drive

Chain

Frame

Steel, twin spar

Front Suspension

Telescopic forks, 7-way preload adjustment

Rear Suspension

Rising rate single shock, 7-way preload adjustment

Front Brakes

Single 310mm disc, 4 piston caliper

Rear Brakes

Single 250mm disc, 2 piston caliper

Front Tyre

110/70 H17

Rear Tyre

130/70 H17

Dimensions

Length: 2080 mm / 81.9 in
Width:    800 mm / 31.5 in
Height:  1150 mm / 45.3 in

Seat Height

790 mm / 31.1 in

Dry Weight

174 kg / 383 lbs

Wet Weight

199 kg / 439 lbs

Fuel Capacity 

20 Litres / 5.3 US gal / 4.4 Imp gal

Consumption Average

4.1 L/100 km / 24.5 km/l / 57.6 US mpg / 69.2 Imp mpg

Standing ¼ Mile  

14.8 sec

Top Speed

168.7 km/h / 105 mph

Based on the successful GS500, Suzuki proudly introduces the 2004 Suzuki GS500F. The new GS500F blends all the reliability and performance of the original machine with an aggressive new look and feel for 2004.

The most distinctive feature of the new GS500F is its fully enclosed fairing, which provides a more aggressive appearance and sportier character. The new fairing features a pair of vertically stacked headlights that bear a striking resemblance to those on the hugely popular GSX-R1000. On either side of the bike, the new fairing incorporates two sharply styled vents feeding fresh air to the engine. Handsome custom cutouts further enhance cooling efficiency, while still showing off the attractive engine cases. Remarkable new looks aside, the new fairing also offers the GS500F rider improved wind protection for improved overall effectiveness of the motorcycle.

The GS500F is powered by a venerable yet reliable four-stroke, 487cc parallel-twin engine. Fed by dual 34mm Mikuni carburetors, the air-cooled motor is lightweight and compact with an abundance of low-rpm torque for easy riding and versatile performance. An easy-shifting six-speed transmission provides plenty of performance.

Supporting the GS500F is a black painted rigid box-section frame with a single shock suspension. A single hydraulic disc with four-piston caliper provides reliable braking in front, while a dual-piston caliper-and-disc combo is mounted out back.