The Suzuki GS500 was one of the most popular learner and first bikes from the late 1980s to the 2000s. Its air-cooled 487cc parallel twin was simple and reliable, and its light, easy handling suited newer riders and commuters.
A faired GS500F version was added in 2004 for extra weather protection. Over time it was replaced in most markets by the Gladius and SV650. Rivals during its life included the Kawasaki ER-5 and Honda CB500.
| Year | Photo | Engine | Power | Weight | Seat | Fields |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | ![]() |
487 cc | 52 hp | 173 kg | 790 mm | 42 |
| 2015 | ![]() |
487 cc | 52 hp | 169 kg | 790 mm | 32 |
| 2014 | ![]() |
487 cc | 52 hp | 174 kg | 790 mm | 41 |
| 2013 | ![]() |
487 cc | 52 hp | 174 kg | 790 mm | 40 |
| 2012 | ![]() |
487 cc | 52 hp | 174 kg | 790 mm | 40 |
| 2011 | ![]() |
487 cc | 52 hp | 174 kg | 790 mm | 40 |
| 2010 | ![]() |
487 cc | 52 hp | 174 kg | 790 mm | 44 |
| 2009 | ![]() |
487 cc | 52 hp | 174 kg | 790 mm | 44 |
| 2008 | ![]() |
487 cc | 52 hp | 169 kg | – | 35 |
| 2007 | ![]() |
487 cc | 52 hp | 169 kg | – | 34 |
| 2006 | ![]() |
487 cc | 52 hp | 169 kg | – | 30 |
| 2005 | ![]() |
487 cc | 52 hp | 173 kg | 790 mm | 41 |
| 2004 | ![]() |
487 cc | 52 hp | 173 kg | 790 mm | 41 |
| 2003 | ![]() |
487 cc | 52 hp | 173 kg | 790 mm | 41 |
| 2002 | ![]() |
487 cc | 52 hp | 173 kg | 790 mm | 41 |
| 2001 | ![]() |
487 cc | 45 hp | 169 kg | 790 mm | 42 |
| 2000 | ![]() |
487 cc | 45 hp | 169 kg | 790 mm | 42 |
| 1999 | ![]() |
487 cc | 45 hp | 169 kg | 790 mm | 42 |
| 1998 | ![]() |
487 cc | 45 hp | 169 kg | 790 mm | 42 |
| 1997 | ![]() |
487 cc | 52 hp | 169 kg | 770 mm | 42 |
| 1996 | ![]() |
487 cc | 52 hp | 169 kg | 770 mm | 42 |
| 1995 | ![]() |
487 cc | 52 hp | 169 kg | 770 mm | 42 |
| 1994 | ![]() |
487 cc | 52 hp | 169 kg | 770 mm | 42 |
| 1993 | ![]() |
487 cc | 52 hp | 169 kg | 770 mm | 42 |