What makes a Suzuki GS500 a good bike?
Whether you’re a cruiser or a streetbiker, you value your Suzuki GS500 for its balance between power and affordability. With models being released spanning 20 years, this bike is a first choice for many bikers of all ages. Your knack for adventure will be well-rewarded by customizing the bike with parts from all kinds of brands.
When did Suzuki GS500E get a full fairing?
1992: A fully-faired version of the ‘E’ joined the stable. 2001: The new Suzuki GS500E was launched. It got a make-over with new bodywork, redesigned seat, larger fuel tank etc. 2004: Suzuki GS500E gets a catalytic converter. GS500F is launched with a full fairing.
Why do I have bearings in my Suzuki GS500E?
Head bearings due to jet washer use by the previous owner. Front brake seizure from the same cause. Rear suspension bearings; again from overuse of a pressure washer, clearing grease from the bearings. I have been a motorcyclist for nearly 50 years, and have ridden most of the larger capacity machines, both British and Japanese.
How tall is the seat height on a GS500?
Top speed a bit over 170 so very comfortable at 120 on the motorway @ 6k rpm. I’m only 5’3″ tall so the seat height at 780 mm was good for me. The GS500 is the perfect bike for entry level mid range lams riders.
When did the Suzuki GS500E engine come out?
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.
What should the idle be on a Suzuki GS500?
For most bikes, the recommended idle is 1000 to 1200; 2000 is WAY too high. You check the slack AND adjust it at the lever (handle). Which way you move the adjustment depends on whether you need more slack or less.
How to fix gear engaging on Suzuki GS500?
The excess cable slack needs to be taken up at the engine end. Leave some slack to be taken up at the bar lever…about 10mm movement. Adjust the bar lever till there is about three mm of cable movement before any resistance from the clutch actuating mechanism can be felt.
1992: A fully-faired version of the ‘E’ joined the stable. 2001: The new Suzuki GS500E was launched. It got a make-over with new bodywork, redesigned seat, larger fuel tank etc. 2004: Suzuki GS500E gets a catalytic converter. GS500F is launched with a full fairing.