GS 500

1993 Suzuki GS 500 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 1993 Suzuki GS 500 motorcycle, Suzuki utilizes a 487 cc (29.7 cu in) twin, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 52 HP (38 kW) at 9,200 rpm while maximum torque reaches 41.2 Nm (30.4 lb-ft) at 7,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox. With a specific output of 106.8 HP per liter and a 1,700 rpm working window between peak torque (7,500 rpm) and peak power (9,200 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the GS 500 measures 169 kg (373 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.31 HP/kg (3.25 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 770 mm (30.3 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance. The 17-liter (4.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Within MotoLibrary's Suzuki archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 1993 to 2016, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.