Naked Motorcycles
2012Suzuki GS500
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The 2012 Suzuki GS500 is a simple, reliable twin-cylinder naked bike popular with learners. Its air-cooled 487cc parallel twin drives through a six-speed gearbox and chain. A 790 mm seat, 193 kg wet weight and 20-litre tank make it practical and economical.
- Capacity
- 487.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 174.0 kg
- Seat height
- 790 mm
- Power
- 52.0 HP (38.2 kW) @ 9200 RPM
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Best suited as an everyday commuter and learner-friendly machine that can occasionally handle a spirited backroad ride.
- Built for
- Simple, air-cooled, carbureted, and mechanically uncomplicated, it rewards riders who value low maintenance and predictable, unintimidating behavior over outright performance.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders seeking high-speed touring comfort, passenger-friendly long hauls, or any serious off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 487.0 ccm
- Power
- 52.0 HP (38.2 kW) @ 9200 RPM
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2989 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 74.0 x 56.6 mm
- Compression
- 9.0:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- CDI
- 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
- Overall length
- 2080 mm
- Overall width
- 800 mm
- Overall height
- 1060 mm
- Seat height
- 790 mm
- Dry weight
- 174.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 193.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 20.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 130 mm
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 3.50 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Double-cradle frame
- Front suspension
- Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
- Rear suspension
- Link type, coil spring, oil damped, spring preload 7-way adjustablee
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 110/70-M17
- Rear tyre
- 130/70-M17
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 | 2010 | 2012 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 487 cc | 487 cc | 487 cc | 487 cc | 487 cc | 487 cc |
| Dry weight | 169 kg | 169 kg | 173 kg | 174 kg | 174 kg | 173 kg |
| Seat height | 770 mm | 790 mm | 790 mm | 790 mm | 790 mm | 790 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17 L | 17 L | 20 L | 20 L | 20 L | 17 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Suzuki GS500?
The 2012 Suzuki GS500 has a Capacity of 487.0 ccm (29.72 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Suzuki GS500 have?
The 2012 Suzuki GS500 has a Power of 52.0 HP (38.2 kW) @ 9200 RPM.
How many gears does the Suzuki GS500 have?
The 2012 Suzuki GS500 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Suzuki GS500 weigh?
The 2012 Suzuki GS500 has a Dry weight of 174.0 kg (383.6 pounds).
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