2008Suzuki GS500
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The 2008 Suzuki GS500 is a simple, durable naked bike widely used by learners and riding schools. Its air-cooled 487cc parallel twin makes 52 hp through a six-speed gearbox and chain. At 193 kg wet with a 17-litre tank, it is easy to ride and cheap to run.
- Capacity
- 487.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 169.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 52.0 HP (38.2 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- An everyday do-it-all commuter and budget-friendly standard. Handles city errands, back-road fun and light weekend touring without fuss.
- Built for
- A no-nonsense, dependable parallel-twin standard. Modest but linear power, light handling and bulletproof simplicity define its friendly, unintimidating personality.
- Not ideal for
- Not for speed-hungry riders chasing supersport thrills, hardcore tourers wanting wind protection and luggage, or anyone needing off-road ability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 487.0 ccm
- Power
- 52.0 HP (38.2 kW)
- EPA Certificate No.
- 8SKXC.487VB1-024
- EPA CO Emissions
- 4.3 CO g/km
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3077 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 74.0 x 56.6 mm
- Compression
- 9.0:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric & kick
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- Lubrication system
- Wet Sump
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet MultiPlate
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1405 mm
- Dry weight
- 169.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 193.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 17.00 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 3.50 litres
- Seat height
- Not on record - add it
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 110/70-17
- Rear tyre
- 130/70-R17
Other
- Color options
- Black, Blue
- Fuel Tank Material
- Metal
Specs last verified against published sources: .
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1993 | 1999 | 2005 | 2008 | 2010 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 487 cc | 487 cc | 487 cc | 487 cc | 487 cc | 487 cc |
| Dry weight | 169 kg | 169 kg | 173 kg | 169 kg | 174 kg | 173 kg |
| Seat height | 770 mm | 790 mm | 790 mm | — | 790 mm | 790 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17 L | 17 L | 20 L | 17 L | 20 L | 17 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Suzuki GS500?
The 2008 Suzuki GS500 has a Capacity of 487.0 ccm (29.72 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Suzuki GS500 have?
The 2008 Suzuki GS500 has a Power of 52.0 HP (38.2 kW).
How many gears does the Suzuki GS500 have?
The 2008 Suzuki GS500 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Suzuki GS500 weigh?
The 2008 Suzuki GS500 has a Dry weight of 169.0 kg (372.6 pounds).
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