Suzuki GS 500F
- Production years
- 2004–2014
- Brand
- Suzuki
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SUZUKI GS 500F (2008-2009)
Selected year: 2014
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 487 cm³
- Power
- 49 hp (36 kW)
- Wet weight
- 199 kg
- Seat height
- 790 mm
Overview
The Suzuki GS 500F is a sportbike produced from 2004 to 2014. The 2014 model has a 487 cm³ air-cooled, four-stroke parallel twin producing 49 hp (36 kW), with a wet weight of 199 kg.
Its 790 mm seat height sets the rider’s position, while the 199 kg wet weight is something to manage when parking or maneuvering at low speed. The 20 L tank carries fuel for the ride, and adjustable rear-suspension preload lets you tailor the setting to the load. Dual front discs provide braking at both front wheels; 130 mm of ground clearance leaves limited space beneath the bike over tall obstacles.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Bore x stroke
- 74.0 x 56.6 mm
- Engine capacity
- 487 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 9.0:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Ignition
- Electronic
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Power
- 49 hp (36 kW)
- Power weight ratio
- 0.2706 HP/kg (dry)
- Clutch
- Wet multiple plate coil springs
- Final drive
- Chain
- Gearbox
- Manual 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Dry weight
- 180 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 20 L
- Ground clearance
- 130 mm
- Overall height
- 1,150 mm
- Overall length
- 2,080 mm
- Overall width
- 800 mm
- Seat height
- 790 mm
- Wet weight
- 199 kg
- Wheelbase
- 1,405 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Frame
- Compact twin-spar aluminum cradle frame
- Front suspension
- Telescopic forks, coil spring, oil damped
- Rear suspension
- Link type, spring preload adjustable
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Two-piston calipers.
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Single-piston caliper.
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-ZR17
Colours and equipment
Colours and equipment
- Colours
- Blue/White, Black/Grey
Model years
2007
Power: 49 hp (36 kW) → 48 hp (36 kW)
2011
Power: 48 hp (36 kW) → 49 hp (36 kW)
| Specification | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 487 cm³ | 487 cm³ | 487 cm³ | 487 cm³ | 487 cm³ | 487 cm³ |
| Power | 48 hp (36 kW) | 48 hp (36 kW) | 49 hp (36 kW) | 49 hp (36 kW) | 49 hp (36 kW) | 49 hp (36 kW) |
| Wet weight | 199 kg | 199 kg | 199 kg | 199 kg | 199 kg | 199 kg |
| Seat height | 790 mm | 790 mm | 790 mm | 790 mm | 790 mm | 790 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 20 L | 20 L | 20 L | 20 L | 20 L | 20 L |
Pros and cons
Advantages
Adjustable rear preload
Rear spring preload can be adjusted to suit a change in rider or luggage load.
Dual front discs
Two front discs with two-piston calipers provide braking force across both sides of the front wheel.
Things to consider
Chain final drive
The chain needs regular cleaning and adjustment.
Limited ground clearance
The 130 mm clearance can make tall obstacles and abrupt road transitions harder to clear.
Rider fit
Rider fit calculator
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Estimated from your height: 79 cm
How to measure
Stand barefoot with your back to a wall. Hold a book firmly between your legs, then measure from the floor to the top edge of the book.
Estimated ground reach
Both feet likely flat
You should have a stable stance at a stop, although seat width and suspension setup still matter.
Seat height
790 mm
Approx. loaded height
760 mm
Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.
Fuel range calculator
Enter your expected fuel consumption to estimate the distance on a full tank, with or without a fuel reserve.
Tank 20 L at 5.5 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
364 km
With 10% reserve
327 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
What kind of motorcycle is the Suzuki GS 500F?
It is a sportbike produced from 2004 to 2014.
What engine and power does the 2014 Suzuki GS 500F have?
It has a 487 cm³ air-cooled, four-stroke parallel twin producing 49 hp (36 kW).
How much does the 2014 Suzuki GS 500F weigh?
Its wet weight is 199 kg.
What is the seat height and fuel capacity?
The seat height is 790 mm, and the fuel tank holds 20 L.
