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Suzuki
Sport
2008
GS 500F
Specifications
2008 Suzuki GS 500F
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Identification
Model Type
Sport
BASE MSRP (US)
$5,199.00
Warranty
12 Months
Insurance
Insurance:
Engine:
Engine Type
Parallel Twin
Cylinders
2
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Cooling
Air
Valve Configuration
DOHC
Bore (mm/in)
74 / 2.92
Stroke (mm/in)
56.6 / 2.23
Displacement (cc/ci)
487 / 29.7
Compression Ratio
9.0:1
Starter
Electric
Fuel Requirements
Regular
Ram Air Induction
No
Fuel Type
Gas
Carburetion Brand
Mikuni
Fuel Injector
No
Carburetor
Yes
Number Of Carburetors
2
Carburetor Size (mm)
34
Carburetion Type
Carburetor
Transmission:
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
6
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Chain
Reverse
No
Wheels & Tires:
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Tube / Tubeless
Tubeless
Chromed
No
Front Tire Width
110
Front Tire Aspect Ratio
70
Front Wheel Diameter
17
Rear Tire Width
130
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
70
Rear Wheel Diameter
17
Front Tire (Full Spec)
110/70 R17
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
130/70 R17
Brakes:
Front Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)
12.2 / 310
Front Caliper Pistons
4
Rear Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Rear Caliper Pistons
2
Suspension:
Front Suspension Type
Telescopic Fork
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load
No
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping
Yes
Front Central Suspension Strut
No
Steering Damper
No
Rear Suspension Type
Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
1
Rear Suspension Material
Aluminum / Steel
Steering:
Steering Control
Handlebar
Technical Specifications:
Length (in/mm)
81.9 / 2080
Width (in/mm)
31.5 / 800
Height (in/mm)
45.3 / 1150
Wheelbase (in/mm)
55.3 / 1405
Ground Clearance (in/mm)
4.7 / 120
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
396.8 / 180
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
5.3 / 20
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
1.23
Seats:
Seat Type
One-Piece
Adjustable
No
Seat Material
Vinyl
Seat Location
Driver and Passenger
Folding
No
Seat Height (in/mm)
31.1 / 790
Number Of Seats
2
Backrest Logo Plate
No
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Exterior:
Frame
Steel
Body Material
Plastic
Hand Grip Material
Rubber
Foot Peg Material
Rubber
Foot Peg Location
Driver and Passenger
Adjustable
No
Chain Guard
Yes
Fork Guards
No
Saddle Bag Guard
No
Belt Guard
No
Hand Guards
No
Brush Guard
No
Heel Guards
No
Light Guard
No
Air Cleaner Cover
Yes
Master Cylinder Cover
Yes
Front Fender Material
Plastic
Rear Fender Material
Plastic
Top Crown
Standard
Stand Type
Kick
Lower Fairing
Standard
Spoiler
Standard
Handlebars
Standard
Upper Fairing
Standard
License Plate
Standard
Instrumentation:
Trip Odometer
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Fuel Level Warning
Standard
Pricing:
Warranty (Condition)
Limited
Zero Price Schema
0
Identification:
Generic Type (Primary)
Sport
Manufacturer Country
Japan
Introduction Year
2004
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
MIC Model Segment
ON-HWY Sport Bike 0-500cc
Mounts:
Windshield Mounts
Standard
Paint & Finish:
Metallic
No
Decal Kit
Standard
Convenience:
Handlebar Lock
Standard
Lights:
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Glass:
Folding
Yes
Windshield Lowers
No
Height Adjustable
No
Tinted
Yes
Height
Low
Insurance:
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