| Attribute | Suzuki GS500F 2014 × | Suzuki GS500 2014 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 2014 | 2014 |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Suzuki GS500F | Suzuki GS500 |
| Category | Sport | Sport |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Twin, four-stroke | Twin, four-stroke |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel system | - | Carburettor. MIKUNI BSR34 |
| Displacement (cm³) | 487 | 487 |
| Cooling system | Air | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Driveline | RK525SMOZ8, 114 links, Chain | - |
| Ignition | Electronic ignition (Transistorized) | CDI |
| Lubrication system | Wet sump | Wet sump |
| Exhaust system | - | Two-into-one |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | Telescopic forks, coil spring, oil damped | Telescopic forks |
| Rear suspension | Link type, spring preload adjustable | Monoshock absorber |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Two-piston calipers. | Single disc. Two-piston calipers. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Single-piston caliper. | Single disc. Single-piston caliper. |
| Frame type | Compact twin-spar aluminum cradle frame | Double-cradle frame |
| Front tyre | 120/70-ZR17 | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear tyre | 180/55-ZR17 | 180/55-ZR17 |
| Other | ||
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
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| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,405 | 1,405 |
| Kerb weight (kg) | 199 | 193 |
| Overall height (mm) | 1,150 | 1,150 |
| Overall length (mm) | 2,080 | 2,080 |
| Overall width (mm) | 800 | 800 |
| Seat height (mm) | 790 | 790 |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 130 | 130 |
| Performance | ||
| Fuel capacity (l) | 20 | 20 |