SUZUKI GS 500E (1989-2001) Specs, Performance & Photos
Updated: 3 September 2021 • Maintained by:
Segment: Sport Touring
Production years: 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001
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Suzuki GS 500E launched as an unfaired roadster. Very few, minor tweaks (front forks became adjustable, as did the brake lever, it got lower bars etc) until 2001 when it was discontinued. The Suzuki GS 500E probably performs best in town where a bit of low down grunt can see you out of any nasty entanglements.
SUZUKI GS 500E 1989-2001
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| engine specs | Type: | Air-cooled, Inline-2, DOHC, 8 Valves | Displacement: | 487 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | 2.91x2.22 in OR 74 mm | Compression Ratio: | 9.0:1 | Horsepower: | 46/9200 KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | 30/- lb-ft/RPM OR 41/- Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | 2xMIKUNI BST33SS Carburetors |
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| transmission specs | Gearbox: | 6 -Speed | Clutch: | Wet multi-plate | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | Chain |
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| chassis specs | Frame: | - | Front Suspension: | Telescopic Fork | Rear Suspension: | Swingarm | Front Brake: | Single Hydraulic, Floating 310 Mm Disc | Rear Brake: | Single Hydraulic 250 Mm Disc |
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| dimension specs | Overall Length: | 81.7 in OR 2075 mm | Overall Width: | 29.3 in OR 744 mm | Seat Height: | 31.1 in OR 790 mm | Wheelbase: | 55.5 in OR 1410 mm | Ground Clearance: | 6.1 in OR 155 mm | Weight: | 272 lbs OR 123 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 4.5 gallons OR 17.0 L |
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| tyres specs | Front: | 110/70-17 | Rear: | 130/70-17 |
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| power system specs | Power pack: | - | Nominal Capacity: | - | Maximum Capacity: | - | Charger type: | - | Charging time (normal): | - | Charging time (quick): | - | Range: | - |
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